Impactful School Social Worker — Full-Time (Lake County, IL)

Onward Search Education; Illinois; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Access to a wide network of schools

Personalized support from recruiters

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

A specialized education staffing firm is seeking a full-time School Social Worker for Lake County, IL, for the remainder of the 2025–2026 School Year. The position focuses on supporting students' social-emotional needs by providing direct counseling services and collaborating with educators and families. Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work and an Illinois Professional Educator License with a School Social Worker endorsement. This role offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
• Must have Illinois Professional Educator License with School Social Worker endorsement.
• Experience with social-emotional interventions desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct social-emotional support and counseling to students.
• Collaborate with educators to develop intervention strategies.
• Conduct assessments to identify student needs.
• Advocate for students and connect them with resources.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Collaboration skills

Experience with diverse student populations

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Social Worker endorsement

Job description

A specialized education staffing firm is seeking a full-time School Social Worker for Lake County, IL, for the remainder of the 2025–2026 School Year. The position focuses on supporting students' social-emotional needs by providing direct counseling services and collaborating with educators and families. Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work and an Illinois Professional Educator License with a School Social Worker endorsement. This role offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth.