2027-2028 School Social Worker/Counselor

Iasaedu; Illinois; On-site; USD 53,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Board paid TRS

Insurance coverage

Professional development

Job summary

Illinois Education Job Bank is seeking a 2027-2028 School Social Worker/Counselor to support district students with assessment, intervention, and behavioral planning. The role involves collaborating with teachers, families, and specialists to develop IEPs and FBAs, and to apply data-driven strategies within educational goals.

The candidate will work within Illinois public school systems, plan individualized services, conduct home visits when needed, and maintain accurate records under IDEA

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work or counseling from an accredited program.
• Licensed as per Illinois State Board of Education requirements: School Social Worker or School Counselor.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of content and application in school social work services including assessment, crises intervention, home visits, therapeutic practice, and conflict resolution.
• Establishes measurable goals appropriate for the setting and student.
• Plans and designs individualized social work services and coherent interventions based on data and clinical rationale.
• Creates a positive environment, advocates for appropriate services, and collaborates with families and staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Master’s degree in social work or counseling

Job description

2027-2028 School Social Worker/Counselor

Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS – May include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Demonstrates knowledge of content and application in the practice of school social work services including assessment, crises intervention, home visits, therapeutic practice, and conflict resolution;
• Establishes measurable goals that are appropriate for the setting and student being served;
• Demonstrates knowledge of district, state, and federal regulations and guidelines;
• Demonstrates knowledge of resources within the school and in the community for parents, students, and staff;
• Plans and designs individualized social work services and coherent interventions based on relevant data and clinical rationale that sufficiently addresses students’ needs and goals;
• Creates a positive environment of respect and rapport with students; advocates for appropriate services;
• Establishes a culture for learning with appropriate expectations for and active engagement of students;
• Utilizes organizational and time management skills; communicates clear procedures for referrals, meetings and consultation with stakeholders;
• Manages and responds to student behavior using standards of conduct that are respectful, consistently communicated, and enforced;
• Effectively assesses student needs to develop data driven interventions and programming;
• Assists teachers in completing FBAs and in the development of personal/social and behavior plans for students using interventions that align with educational goals;
• Engages students in social work services using materials, interventions, and groupings that are appropriate;
• Collects information from a variety of sources and prepares reports with accuracy and clarity;
• Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness during therapy sessions, when revising plans, and when scheduling;
• Reflects on the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions making adjustments to improve student performance;
• Maintains accurate, timely and complete records related to students and Medicaid services; collects data for IEP and FBA/BIP development and progress updates;
• Effectively collaborates with team members including family regarding data, resources, assessments and programming while taking an active role in problem solving;
• Participates in the professional community and multi-disciplinary team developing positive relationships with students and colleagues and actively contributes to the district and cooperative;
• Seeks targeted professional development, develops goals or professional growth plan, shares and is responsive to feedback;
• Displays professionalism, honesty, integrity, ethical practice and confidentiality; implements IEP services and requirements within legally mandated timelines; complies with the provisions of the IDEA; follows designated schedule, attendance policy and is punctual;
• May be required to perform other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Licensed as per Illinois State Board of Education requirements: School Social Worker or School Counselor
• Master’s degree in social workor counseling from an accredited program with a specialization in school socialwork or school counseling
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and time management skills with the ability and willingness to collaborate with school personnel to promote student learning
• Possess a valid driver’s license and maintains automotive insurance coverage as required by IL law

Salary/Benefits

Salary range $53,000 to $80,000 depending on experience. Board paid TRS and contribution toward single insurance, professional development, sick and personal days, mileage reimbursement, mentoring and supports.

Additional Notes

We are happy to answer any questions you may have or provide additional information. Mid-State Special Education serves 13 school districts in central Illinois located in five counties (Bond, Christian, Fayette, Macoupin, and Montgomery) mid-way between Springfield, IL and St. Louis, MO. We have some flexibility regarding the location of positions.