Elementary School Social Worker (Temporary Leave Coverage)

Woodridge; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodridge Elementary School District 68 seeks a School Social Worker to cover a leave of absence from October 8 to October 23, 2026. The position requires a School Social Worker (SSW) endorsement and collaboration with families, schools, and community partners.

The social worker will investigate and report child welfare concerns, provide crisis intervention, and assist the principal in coordinating the building crisis team, while supporting IEP goals and student well-being.

Qualifications

• School Social Worker (SSW) endorsement required.
• Certification and qualifications as set by the State Board of Education and the School Code.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and report incidents of child abuse and neglect.
• Provide crisis intervention.
• Assist the Principal in coordinating the building crisis team.
• Prepare a social developmental study in a case study evaluation.
• Participate in IEP conferences including the preparation of IEP goals and objectives.
• Participate in Teacher Collaboration Team meetings.
• Provide consultation and inservice to staff regarding social/emotional needs of students.
• Participate in the identification of students who require intervention.
• Provide direct services to students and families.
• Serve as a liaison between homes, schools, hospitals, social welfare agencies, therapists, alternative schools, preschools, parochial schools, public schools and others as needed.
• Prepare and submit reports regarding the social work program when appropriate.
• Expand knowledge in areas related to the job role as Social Worker by reading current literature and attending conferences.

Education

School Social Worker (SSW) endorsement

Certification and qualifications as set by the State Board of Education and the School Code

Job description

Woodridge Elementary School District 68 seeks a School Social Worker to cover a leave of absence from October 8 to October 23, 2026. The position requires a School Social Worker (SSW) endorsement and collaboration with families, schools, and community partners.

The social worker will investigate and report child welfare concerns, provide crisis intervention, and assist the principal in coordinating the building crisis team, while supporting IEP goals and student well-being.