Impactful K–5 School Social Worker (Contract) — Onsite

Bilingual Therapies; Illinois; On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing assistance

Meals/incidental

Job summary

Bilingual Therapies is seeking a School Social Worker for a full-time contract to support K–5 students in Illinois. The assignment runs Aug 12, 2026 through Nov 4, 2026, with a possible extension.

It is onsite only, from 8:00 AM to 3:35 PM, providing direct services, assessments, and collaboration with families and staff. The role involves crisis intervention, IEP participation, and maintaining confidential records to support student success, equity, and well-being in a nurturing school

Qualifications

• Valid IL SSW license required.
• PEL licensure required.
• Experience in a school setting with elementary students preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct social work services to K–5 students.
• Conduct assessments and develop intervention plans for academic, social, or behavioral concerns.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families on student support plans.
• Provide crisis intervention and ongoing counseling as needed.
• Maintain confidential documentation per school policies.
• Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary teams.
• Foster a positive, inclusive school environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Independence

Team collaboration

Equity & well-being

Education

IL SSW license

PEL license

Job description

Bilingual Therapies is seeking a School Social Worker for a full-time contract to support K–5 students in Illinois. The assignment runs Aug 12, 2026 through Nov 4, 2026, with a possible extension.

It is onsite only, from 8:00 AM to 3:35 PM, providing direct services, assessments, and collaboration with families and staff. The role involves crisis intervention, IEP participation, and maintaining confidential records to support student success, equity, and well-being in a nurturing school