School-Based Social Worker | Sycamore, Illinois

Sunbelt Staffing; Sycamore (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing in Sycamore, IL is seeking a school-based social worker to support students through the end of the current school year. The role collaborates with educators and families to boost emotional well-being and academic success.

You will conduct assessments, provide individual and group counseling, participate in IEP/504 meetings, maintain confidential records, and advocate for students and families. Requires IL SW license and experience in K-12 settings.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Social Worker (IL SW) license.
• Experience providing social work services in a school or youth-focused setting.
• Strong interpersonal and crisis intervention skills.
• Comfort working with K-12 students across diverse backgrounds.
• Solid organizational and documentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct student assessments, develop intervention strategies, and participate in IEP/504 meetings as needed.
• Provide individual and group counseling to address social, emotional, or behavioral concerns.
• Partner with teachers, administrators, and families to support students success plans.
• Maintain thorough case records while ensuring confidentiality and compliance.
• Respond to day-to-day needs and provide advocacy for students and their families.

Skills

IL SW License

School-based experience

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal skills

Case management

Job description

Step into a meaningful contract role supporting students in the school community near Sycamore, IL. As a school-based social worker, youll collaborate with educators and families to enhance students emotional well-being and academic success from now through the end of the current school year.

In this position, youll play an integral part in providing direct services and case management for students, drawing on your expertise in school social work. The work environment is dynamic, with the opportunity to make a measurable difference in young lives while building valued relationships with school staff and families.

Qualifications and Required Experience:

• Valid Illinois Social Worker (IL SW) license
• Experience providing social work services in a school or youth-focused setting
• Strong interpersonal and crisis intervention skills
• Comfort working with K-12 students across diverse backgrounds
• Solid organizational and documentation abilities

Main Responsibilities:

• Conduct student assessments, develop intervention strategies, and participate in IEP/504 meetings as needed
• Provide individual and group counseling to address social, emotional, or behavioral concerns
• Partner with teachers, administrators, and families to support students success plans
• Maintain thorough case records while ensuring confidentiality and compliance
• Respond to day-to-day needs and provide advocacy for students and their families

This contract offers the flexibility to work with varying hours per week, depending on school needs, in a supportive educational environment. You'll have the chance to grow your professional network, sharpen your clinical expertise, and impact students in a tangible way.

If youre ready to take on a rewarding school social work assignment and make an impact this academic year.

Compensation for this position ranges from $30.00 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.