Social Worker
Listed compensation
$30 per hour
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Fox Subacute - Mechanicsburg is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker to join our team in Mechanicsburg, PA. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients by providing emotional support, resource coordination, and advocacy within a subacute care setting. The Social Worker will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care and support for our patients and their families.
Responsibilities
- Conduct psycho-social assessments of patients and their families to identify needs and provide appropriate support.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Advocate for patient rights and access to community resources.
- Provide counseling, crisis intervention, and emotional support to patients and families.
- Coordinate discharge planning and facilitate referrals to community services and support networks.
- Maintain accurate documentation and comply with all regulatory and facility policies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
- Valid license or certification as required by the State of Pennsylvania.
- Previous experience in a healthcare or subacute care setting preferred.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Benefits
- Competitive pay at $30.00 per hour, paid bi-weekly.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Paid time off
About the Company
Fox Subacute - Mechanicsburg is committed to providing exceptional care in a supportive and patient-centered environment. Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to improve patient outcomes through comprehensive care plans and compassionate support. We value integrity, respect, and dedication, and strive to create a workplace where all employees can grow and thrive.
Key Skills
Social Worker Career Context
Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 64% are remote, 26% have no call, 86% require no weekends.
Social Work pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $62k | Social Work median $56k (middle half $49k–$64k)11 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$64k in purchasing power | Pennsylvania index 97.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Social Work listings in Pennsylvania | 217 active | 6,469 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 64% remote · 26% no call · 86% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Pennsylvania Social Worker listings: 8% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 9% offer loan repayment246 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Social Work listings | 2,430 in the last 30 days | 1,521 the 30 days before (+60%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Social Work pay trend | −1.4% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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