Social Worker | Scranton, Pennsylvania

Sunbelt Staffing; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing is hiring a School Social Worker for a full-time, contract-based role supporting students in Scranton, PA for the 2026/2027 academic year. You will provide direct counseling to K-4 and/or K-12 students, collaborate with educators on interventions, and participate in IEP meetings as needed.

The position runs through June 2027 with a consistent weekday schedule and a collaborative team environment focused on student social and emotional growth.

Qualifications

• Valid and current school social worker license (school-specific credential)
• Prior experience in K-12 or K-4 settings preferred
• Strong understanding of child development and behavioral interventions
• Proficient in crisis management and supporting students under stress
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with students, families, teachers, and administrators

Responsibilities

• Provide direct individual and group counseling to caseloads (K-4 or K-12)
• Collaborate with educators to design interventions supporting academic and social success
• Conduct assessments, develop action plans, and participate in IEP meetings as needed
• Serve as a resource to families, connecting them with school and community supports
• Maintain accurate, confidential documentation per school policies

Skills

School license

K-12 experience

Child development

Crisis management

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Embark on a rewarding contract opportunity supporting students for the 2026/2027 academic year in a vibrant educational environment near Scranton, PA. This full-time school-based position begins as soon as possible and runs through June 2027, offering the chance to make a lasting impact by working closely with young learners from kindergarten to grade 4. Multiple openings are available for experienced school social workers committed to fostering students social and emotional growth.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid and current school social worker license (school-specific credential required)
• Previous experience working in K-12 or K-4 educational settings preferred
• Strong understanding of child development, behavioral interventions, and crisis management strategies
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with students, parents/guardians, teachers, and administrators
• Compassionate and adaptable, with a commitment to equity and the well-being of all students

Core Responsibilities:

• Provide direct individual and group counseling to assigned caseloads (K-4 or K-12, ES/AS)
• Collaborate with educators to design and implement interventions supporting academic and social success
• Conduct assessments, develop action plans, and participate in IEP meetings as needed
• Serve as a resource to families, connecting them with appropriate school and community supports
• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation according to school policies

This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside a dedicated support team in an engaging atmosphere, with full-time hours during the school year and a consistent weekday schedule. As more details become available, the position may be updated to reflect further specifics about caseloads and program focus.