School Social Worker; Itinerant

• Position Type:
  Professional/ School Social Worker
• Date Posted: 10/9/2026
• Location:
  
  York County
• Date Available:
  
  Immediate Opening
• Closing Date: 10/19/2026

The School Social Worker will work to enhance students' educational progress. This person will provide counseling, instruction, consultation, collaboration, assessments and monitoring services for LIU and/or district designated students, their families and the staff who support them. The School Social Worker will help students benefit from their educational program. The services of the School Social Worker are delivered as a member of a multidisciplinary team.

Prior to August 1, 2026
, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Hold an active Pennsylvania license as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Master's degree in Social Work
• Minimum of five (5) years' experience in Social Work or related field

Effective August 1, 2026, all individuals employed as a School Social Worker must meet one of the following:

• Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania School Social Worker Educational Specialist Certificate;
  OR
• Work under an emergency permit and be willing to enroll in a PDE-approved School Social Worker preparation program AND Hold a current LSW or LCSW license.

Terms: Full-time, 190 days/year Salary

Schedule:

Bachelors Degree starting minimum: $62,011.15, plus benefits
Masters Degree Starting minimum: (up to 44 credits) $66,511.15, plus benefits

* ** Higher starting minimum for Masters Degrees beyond 44 credits***

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical insurance available for a
  nominal premium
  , plus
  free
  dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
• Life Insurance at No Cost: All full-time professional staff receive a$45,000 life insurance policy
  at no cost.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential support for employees and dependents, including
  three counseling sessions per person, per year
  .
• Income Protection: Short-term and long-term disability coverage available.
• Retirement Benefits: Participation in the
  Public School Employees' Retirement System (PSERS).
• Exclusive Access to the Lincoln Health and Wellness Center: Available to employees and covered family members (age 2+).
  No copays or deductibles
  for services provided at the center for those enrolled in the LIU medical plan. Learn more: