Social Worker | Scranton, Pennsylvania

Step into a meaningful role as a social worker supporting students, staff, and families in an engaging educational environment. This contract opportunity, available immediately through February 15, 2027, offers you the chance to make a lasting impact by providing vital social-emotional and behavioral support in a school setting. Situated near Scranton, PA, this position allows for scheduling flexibility with work hours of either 8:30 am to 3:30 pm or 8:15 am to 3:15 pm, including a 30-minute unpaid lunch break. With a total of 6.5 working hours per day and 32.5 hours per week (including prep time), you'll benefit from a manageable schedule that enables you to focus on your passion for helping others.

Desired Experience & Qualifications:

• Current licensure or certification as a School Social Worker (or eligibility to obtain)
• Previous experience working in educational settings, preferably with K-12 students
• Strong understanding of social-emotional development and crisis intervention strategies
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with students, families, and staff
• Ability to develop and implement individual and group counseling sessions

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments to identify students’ social, emotional, or behavioral needs
• Provide individual and group counseling services
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to create supportive intervention plans
• Offer crisis response and intervention as needed throughout the school day
• Maintain thorough documentation in compliance with school and district policies
• Support positive school climate initiatives and contribute to a safe, nurturing learning environment

This is an excellent opportunity to utilize your expertise and compassion to enrich the school community, all while enjoying predictable daytime hours and the satisfaction of seeing your efforts make a difference.

Take the next step in your social work career—apply today and help foster resilience and success among students and their families.