What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Social Worker (LSW) position at New Story Schools?
At River Rock Academy, we provide specialized education and counseling for students facing behavioral and academic challenges. Guided by values of growth, resilience, and empowerment, we help students find the internal power to succeed. Join us and help students create brighter futures.
As a Licensed Social Worker at River Rock Academy, you'll help students develop new skills and reach their goals by building strong relationships and providing support through life's challenges. You'll collaborate with families, school districts, and a multidisciplinary team to create positive, lasting change for every student.
What You'll Need
What You'll Do
Why You'll Love Working Here
River Rock Academy is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at talent@newstory.com.
As a Licensed Social Worker at River Rock Academy, you'll help students develop new skills and reach their goals by building strong relationships and providing support through life's challenges. You'll collaborate with families, school districts, and a multidisciplinary team to create positive, lasting change for every student.
What You'll Need
- Master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, behavioral health, or a related field and current Pennsylvania certification or licensure as a School Counselor, School Psychologist, School Social Worker, LSW, LCSW, LPC, NCC, Licensed Psychologist, Psychiatrist, or equivalent credential
- Three to five years of experience supporting youth in educational, behavioral health, mental health, or human services settings
- Knowledge of Pennsylvania Department of Education regulations, student support services, behavioral interventions, and mental health systems
- Strong communication, relationship-building, leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, districts, and multidisciplinary teams
- Commitment to trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices, including the ability to identify student triggers, implement de-escalation strategies, and foster positive student relationships
What You'll Do
- Guide students through intake, orientation, and goal setting as they begin at River Rock Academy
- Provide individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and case management for assigned students
- Document all sessions, communications, and interventions using the school's systems and complete required progress reports
- Lead and participate in review meetings, prepare and send communications for student attendance, progress, and discharge planning
- Work closely with families, community agencies, and school partners to coordinate supports and help students transition successfully
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays
- Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
- Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
- 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
- Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you
River Rock Academy is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at talent@newstory.com.