Long-Term Substitute Social Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Long-Term Substitute Social Worker
Location: Towanda, PA 18848
Employment Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
Salary: Based on education and experience

Join River Rock Academy, a Pennsylvania Department of Education Approved Licensed Academic School and Private Provider, dedicated to empowering students in Grades 1-12 through transformative educational services. Our programs for Elementary, Secondary Special Education, and Alternative Education offer specialized instruction, test preparation, counseling, and social skills development. With individualized transition plans and a focus on stability and personal growth, we celebrate student success and foster an environment of trust and support, helping each student reach their full potential.

At the heart of our work are our core values — integrity, accountability, collaboration, inclusion, and support — which guide how we show up for students, families, and each other every day.

Why Join Us?

• Weekday Schedule – Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school-based schedule, no nights or weekends required.
• Paid School Breaks & Time Off – Enjoy paid school breaks, holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge and reset.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Access health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-paid short-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA).
• Financial Perks – Benefit from a 401(k)-retirement plan with up to 4% company match, plus employer-paid HSA contributions and life & disability insurance.
• Professional Development – Advance your career with tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, and pathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles.
• Supportive Team – Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events.
• Make an Impact – Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment.

Your Role as a Social Worker

• Provide Counseling & Support – Offer individual and group counseling, as well as psychoeducational support, to students and their families to foster emotional growth and strengthen home-school connections.
• Conduct Assessments & Intakes – Complete biopsychosocial assessments and intake interviews to understand students' backgrounds, strengths, and areas of need.
• Collaborate Across Disciplines – Work as part of an interdisciplinary team, providing consultation and support to ensure a holistic approach to student care.
• Participate in IEP Processes – Contribute to IEP meetings, offering social-emotional insight and helping to shape individualized plans that support each student’s overall development.
• Support the School Community – Maintain positive, professional relationships with all staff and assist with broader school needs such as supervision during bussing or field trips.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working with children and families in school or mental health settings

Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today!

At Rebecca Schools, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive, drug-free workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join our team and help shape a brighter future for students with special needs!