School Certified Social Worker

Kaleidoscope Education Solutions; Blue Island (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional compensation

Flexible schedule

24/7 support

Professional growth opportunities

Professional growth

24/7 support

Job summary

A leading educational services provider is seeking a Certified School Social Worker in Blue Island, IL. The position involves developing intervention strategies, providing counseling, and coordinating community resources to support student success. Applicants should hold a Master's degree and a valid Illinois Professional Educator License. This role offers exceptional compensation, a flexible schedule, and ongoing professional support, allowing you to grow and make a lasting impact in the lives of students.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL).
• Valid School Social Worker endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Develop intervention strategies to increase academic success.
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling as well as crisis intervention.
• Assist in developing positive behavioral intervention strategies.
• Obtain and coordinate community resources to meet students' specific needs.
• Collaborate and consult with other staff as well as provide training when needed.

Skills

Intervention strategies

Individual and group counseling

Crisis intervention

Positive behavioral strategies

Community resource coordination

Collaboration and consultation

Education

Master's degree from an accredited institution

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

Valid School Social Worker endorsement

Job description

Overview

Certified School Social Worker - Blue Island, IL. Kaleidoscope Education Solutions (KES) is the leading provider of in-person and online related services for K-12 schools. We will act on your behalf as your agent and work to create the perfect match for your skills and experience.

As part of our mission to bring out the best in our children, we have partnered with a public school to find multiple School Certified Social Workers who are dedicated to enriching the lives of students in a Blue Island, IL Area public school.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL).
• Valid School Social Worker endorsement.

Skills and Experience

• Develop intervention strategies to increase academic success.
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling as well as crisis intervention.
• Assist in developing positive behavioral intervention strategies.
• Obtain and coordinate community resources to meet students' specific needs.
• Collaborate and consult with other staff as well as provide training when needed.

What to expect from Kaleidoscope Education Solutions

• Exceptional compensation.
• Compensated weekly.
• Flexible schedule that meets your life\'s balance.
• Your own personal connection in our office whenever you need support or have questions!
• Grow professionally by collaborating with experienced & valued therapists.
• We are here for you 24/7.
• Contracting with Kaleidoscope allows you all of the above and more!

KES ADVANTAGES

• Reaching students who may otherwise go without the services they need and deserve.
• Establish for maximum scholastic success because of your expertise!
• Develop students' maximum achievement through strong relationships with students and parents.
• Instill and reinforce the joy of learning.
• Maintain a positive and encouraging classroom environment.