Licensed School Social Worker

Note: This is a part time position and requires travel to three (3) Beyond Boundaries program locations within the CSIU region. The anticipated start date is August 4 2026 for the 2026-27 school year.

JOB LOCATION: Beyond Boundaries Non-Traditional Education Program

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP: The Licensed School Social Worker (LSSW) is evaluated by/responsible to the Director of Behavioral Health Support Services and in their absence to the Assistant Executive Director/Chief Academic Officer (CAO).

JOB DEFINITION: The Licensed School Social Workers (LSSW) primary responsibility is to support the social-emotional behavioral health and therapeutic needs of students enrolled in the Beyond Boundaries Non-Traditional Education Program. The LSSW coaches program staff on trauma-informed practices facilitates Tier 2 therapeutic group interventions across multiple program locations and promotes communication between school personnel families and human service agencies. The LSSW provides the knowledge and competence required to deliver school social work services with a focus on preventative and problem-solving approaches for students in the Beyond Boundaries program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coach and support Beyond Boundaries program staff on trauma-informed practices including identifying the signs and impact of trauma in students and families and coordinate or support initiatives to develop a trauma-responsive institutional culture and climate across program locations.
• Facilitate and support Tier 2 therapeutic group interventions within the Beyond Boundaries program at various locations addressing social-emotional and behavioral health needs of students.
• Provide direct interventions to students including individual and group therapy counseling and educational and informational programs focused on social-emotional well-being and behavioral health.
• Conduct formal and informal assessments of student functioning developmental history family and community structure interpersonal relationships adaptive behavior and cultural factors that may influence learning.
• Use student family school and community assessments to develop appropriate interventions to improve student learning and behavioral outcomes.
• Develop intervention plans consistent with School Social Worker guidelines to meet student needs strengths social and cognitive functioning and cultural experiences.
• Assist in the planning of therapeutic remedial and behavioral modification activities provided by the educational agency.
• Provide crisis and emergency assistance including support to students in need and participation in threat assessment and related initiatives.
• Provide supportive case work to children and their families including parent/caregiver education and self-advocacy.
• Provide parent/caregiver counseling and training to help them acquire the necessary skills to support the implementation of their childs specialized educational program.
• Assist students and their families in gaining access to formal and informal community resources.
• Consult with stakeholders to facilitate understanding of factors in a students home educational agency and community that affect their educational experience.
• Consult and collaborate with educational agency personnel parents and community resources in areas that impact student learning (e.g. mental health behavior management school safety diversity crisis management bullying prevention child abuse and neglect).
• Assist staff in collaborating with community agencies and organizations.
• Work with individuals groups and organizations to develop programs and systems that promote student welfare and achievement.
• Promote collaboration among community health mental health and welfare service providers and facilitate greater access to these services for students.
• Participate in interagency panels to assist with the effective integration of services to students.
• Assist the intermediate unit with professional and program development related to social work services for eligible students; continue professional development by attending conferences workshops in-services and staff meetings; maintain appropriate documentation; adhere to intermediate unit professional standards and regulations.
• Acquire and maintain Safe Crisis Management certification and be willing to utilize the strategies.
• Complete and submit appropriate records reports and data according to timelines established by the Director of Behavioral Health Support Services and CSIU policy and procedure.
• Maintain requirements for continued valid licensure and certification in Pennsylvania.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Director of Behavioral Health Support Services or program supervisor.

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• The minimum job requirement is a Masters degree in Social Work (MSW).
• A valid Pennsylvania Social Worker license issued by the PA Department of State Bureau of Professional Occupational Affairs.
• A valid PA Department of Education 1851-School Social Worker Educational Specialist I or II certification is preferred. Pursuant to PDE CSPG #87-School Social Worker PK-12 this certification is required by August 1 2026 in order to remain employed as a Licensed School Social Worker after that date.
• Experience with trauma-informed care practices and implementation in educational settings is preferred.
• Experience facilitating therapeutic group interventions with youth is preferred.
• Computer experience with Microsoft Word Excel Outlook artificial intelligence (AI) data entry email and experience managing file sharing with Google Drive.
• Proficiency in utilizing vetted artificial intelligence (AI) is preferred. The ability to enhance AI skills will be required.
• Adept at using virtual meeting platforms such as Skype Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks based on project deadlines. Must be able to type accurately and maintain a high level of productivity.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate and work effectively with colleagues co-workers community agency personnel and students/trainees.
• Requires the ability to develop and maintain positive and collaborative relationships using tact and diplomacy and to remain calm in unpredictable situations.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding education programs students and parents at all times adhering to the Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) requirements to protect staff and student data.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current approved Act 34 (PA State Police) Act 151 (PA Child Abuse Registry) and Act 114-FBI Fingerprint clearances are required and must be renewed at appropriate specific intervals pursuant to Act 153 of 2014 (revised Act 15 of 2015).
• Current approved Act 126 Mandated Reporter Training certificate showing completion of a minimum of three (3) hours of training every five (5) years.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Maintain active Act 48 continuing education hours by achieving 180 hours every five (5) years.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings as directed by the Director of Behavioral Health Support Services.
• Attendance at workshops/conferences as approved by supervisor.
• In accordance with PA Chapter 14.133 staff will participate in training regarding behavior prevention de-escalation and/or safe physical management techniques.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Training in and the ability to implement fully all components of safe crisis management.
• Sedentary: Able to sit for extended periods of time occasional walking standing (as necessary) and able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Dexterity: Finger movements (computer keyboard calculator) eye-hand coordination (office equipment etc.).
• Audio-Visual Requirements: Within normal range with or without correction.
• Is able to move throughout all buildings floors and grounds.
• Worksite Environment: Primarily indoors office setting with occasional exposure to outdoor elements/climate during the day.
• Mental demands: Steady response to unpredictable situations ability to remain calm and productive during stressful situations. Demonstrates independent judgment discretion and is able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to travel to various Beyond Boundaries program locations and meetings is required.

TIME REQUIREMENTS:

• This is a part-time non-exempt position not to exceed 29 hours per week or in combination with any additional CSIU part-time positions. Schedule and number of days per year will be determined by the Director of Behavioral Health Support Services based on program needs. Some evening meetings may be required.
• Attendance at work is a requirement of this position; any and all absences must be approved by the immediate supervisor.

CSIU PROPERTY AND CONFIDENTIALITY REQUIREMENTS:

• All property including intellectual property materials equipment or actual products and services developed or accrued as part of the job duties and responsibilities listed above is the property of the CSIU. It may not be used for personal profit or gain and will be relinquished to the CSIU upon termination of employment from the CSIU.
• The person employed in this position shall maintain confidentiality with regard to the personal and private information about clients and coworkers programs and services and other proprietary information accrued as a result of CSIU employment or as required by state and federal laws and regulations.
• The person employed in this position must adhere to all requirements identified in the code of professionalism entitled Ambassadors Are Professionals Too and CSIU Administrative Regulation 317-AR-1 CSIU Service Standards.

The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform their supervisor and the director of Human Resources of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required.