School Social Worker - Philadelphia, PA

ProCare Therapy; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ProCare Therapy is seeking a skilled school social worker for a contract role just outside Philadelphia, PA. You will lead and support student well-being through direct counseling and program coordination.

You will supervise the Student Support Team, coordinate with Special Education and Culture & Climate teams, and partner with teachers and families to develop comprehensive student support plans. A Master’s in Social Work, an active LSW or LCSW license, and at least five years of relevant

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work is required.
• Valid LSW or LCSW license.
• Minimum five years of relevant experience, preferably in a school/educational environment.
• Strong background in supporting special education needs.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Effective communicator with ability to collaborate across teams and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Student Support Team, including counselors, reviewing caseloads, goals, and documentation regularly.
• Align with special education counseling mandates and support planning of 1:1 and small group sessions.
• Lead regular meetings with Special Education and Culture & Climate teams to guide Tier III interventions.
• Act as liaison for McKinney Vento Homeless support and coordinate with external support agencies (e.g., IBHS, CGRC, CCTC).
• Provide individual and group counseling, developing intervention strategies for social, emotional, and behavioral challenges.
• Partner with teachers, administrators, and parents to design comprehensive student support plans.
• Assess students to determine needs and ensure access to services.
• Offer crisis intervention when urgent mental health or safety concerns arise.
• Lead workshops or training sessions addressing well-being, bullying, and related issues.
• Maintain confidential records of all student interactions and progress.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

Step into a dynamic contract role supporting student well-being in an educational setting just outside Philadelphia, PA. This position calls for a passionate and experienced school social worker ready to lead, guide, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of students. You will play a pivotal role in both direct student support and broader program coordination.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of five years of relevant experience, preferably in a school or educational environment
• Master's degree in Social Work required
• Valid LSW or LCSW license
• Strong background in supporting special education needs
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Effective communicator with ability to collaborate across various teams and external agencies

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise the Student Support Team, including counselors, reviewing caseloads, goals, and documentation regularly
• Ensure alignment with special education counseling mandates and support the planning of 1:1 and small group sessions
• Lead regular meetings with Special Education and Culture & Climate teams to guide Tier III interventions
• Act as liaison for McKinney Vento Homeless support and coordinate with external support agencies (e.g., IBHS, CGRC, CCTC)
• Provide individual and group counseling, developing intervention strategies to address social, emotional, and behavioral challenges
• Partner with teachers, administrators, and parents to design comprehensive student support plans
• Assess students to determine their needs and ensure access to appropriate services
• Offer crisis intervention when urgent mental health or safety concerns arise
• Lead workshops or training sessions for students, staff, and families addressing well-being, bullying, substance abuse, and related issues
• Maintain accurate, confidential records of all student interactions and progress