Contract School Social Worker – Middle School (8th)

ProCare Therapy; Bourbonnais (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing assistance

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

ProCare Therapy seeks a qualified School Social Worker for a full-time, temporary contract in Bourbonnais, IL. The role supports 8th-grade students during a maternity leave, partnering with teachers, administrators, and families to promote a positive, inclusive school climate.

Responsibilities include counseling, assessments, and IEP/504 planning. Candidates should hold a Master’s in Social Work and a valid school social worker license, with experience in middle school settings.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
• Valid professional license to practice as a school social worker.
• Previous experience in a school setting, particularly with middle school students.
• Sound knowledge of adolescent development and behavioral intervention strategies.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct counseling and crisis intervention services to 8th-grade students.
• Conduct assessments to identify student needs and establish intervention plans.
• Collaborate with educators, administrators, and parents to develop strategies that support student success academically, socially, and emotionally.
• Lead and participate in meetings, such as IEPs or 504 plans, offering professional recommendations.
• Support social-emotional learning initiatives and foster positive behavior among students.
• Serve as a resource to staff and families, connecting them with community services as needed.

Skills

School experience

Adolescent development

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

License to practice as a school social worker

Job description

ProCare Therapy seeks a qualified School Social Worker for a full-time, temporary contract in Bourbonnais, IL. The role supports 8th-grade students during a maternity leave, partnering with teachers, administrators, and families to promote a positive, inclusive school climate.

Responsibilities include counseling, assessments, and IEP/504 planning. Candidates should hold a Master’s in Social Work and a valid school social worker license, with experience in middle school settings.