North School Social Worker

Crystal Lake Elementary District 47; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Crystal Lake Elementary District 47 is seeking a School Social Worker to provide essential services that support the growth and development of students. This temporary position involves counseling, assessments, and collaboration with staff and parents to address educational and psychosocial challenges. The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s Degree in Social Work, possess a valid Illinois Professional Educator License, and have experience in school social work.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or equivalent required.
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License and School Social Work endorsement needed.
• Minimum of 2 years school social work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and/or group counseling to students.
• Consult and collaborate with staff and parents on program development.
• Complete social/emotional adaptive assessments and communicate needs.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Report writing

Knowledge of special education law

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License

School Social Work endorsement

Job description

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Crystal Lake School District 47 has an anticipated opening for a School Social Worker, temporarily. The goal of this position is to provide services within the schools that facilitate the growth and development of all students. Responsibilities include providing services to and on behalf of students whose educational and/or psychosocial development is restricted due to social, emotional, and/or behavioral considerations, family circumstances, or environmental problems.

Duties And Responsibilities

1. Consult and collaborate with staff and parents about program development, prevention measures, early interventions, and assessment of students’ difficulties, community resources and outside therapies.
2. Serve as a contributing member on building and district level teams (i.e., crisis team, problem-solving/RtI teams, student services building teams, grade level teams, PBIS, program team meetings, dept meetings, etc.).
3. Complete valid social/emotional adaptive assessments, interpret student information for a variety of learning concerns, and communicate in written and verbal formats student needs in understandable terms for staff and parents.
4. Provide individual and/or group counseling with students to help solve problems or develop functional skills related to the learning environment, utilizing different rated goals for student needs.
5. Maintain current knowledge of research findings, child development, cultural influences, economic influences, and practices relevant to social work and education.
6. Plan and conduct in-service presentations, staff trainings, newsletters for teachers, parents, administrators, or community groups to enhance understanding of and services for children’s educational and social/emotional development.
7. Support staff and parents in understanding children’s needs, providing information on child development, or addressing other issues of interest/concern.
8. Serve as a liaison between the community and school.
9. Maintain familiarity with legal mandates, laws, and ethical standards influencing professional responsibilities.
10. Maintain paperwork including goal writing, updates, behavior plans, FBA/BIP’s, social stories, and observations.
11. Establish a positive school climate demonstrating respect and rapport with staff, parents/guardians, students, and community stakeholders.
12. Assist with referrals and communication with community or private agencies for evaluation, treatment, or services when needed.
13. Participate on the building’s crisis intervention team for individual and/or school-wide crises.
14. Other duties as assigned.

Skills And Experience Required

1. Valid Illinois Professional Educator License.
2. School Social Work endorsement.
3. Master’s Degree in Social Work or equivalent.
4. Minimum of 2 years school social work experience preferred.
5. Effective interpersonal communication skills.
6. Fluid report writing ability.
7. Knowledge of policies and procedures involving special education law.
8. LSW within 2 years of employment.

Physical/Mental Requirements

1. High levels of flexibility, interpersonal skills, articulation, concentration, confidentiality, and organization.
2. Physical requirements include sitting, standing, bending, walking, and lifting equipment or materials.
3. High level of flexibility, articulation, concentration, and confidentiality.

Please include: 3 Letters of Reference and/or Credential Packet, transcripts, and resume.