School Social Worker

Birch Agency; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Weekly direct deposit

Professional support during assignment

Impact in school community

Job summary

Birch Agency is seeking a dedicated School Social Worker to provide high school coverage for a school district in Batavia, Illinois. This is a full-time contract position for the first half of the 2026-2027 school year, running from October 19, 2026 through Winter Break.

The role requires an Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Social Worker endorsement and prior school-based experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Illinois PEL with School Social Worker endorsement.
• Experience in school-based settings preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work with students, families, and educational teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling services to high school students.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, school psychologists, and special education staff.
• Participate in IEP and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Develop intervention strategies to support student success.
• Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with district/state/federal guidelines.

Skills

Counseling

Communication

Collaboration

Organizational Skills

Education

PEL with School Social Worker endorsement

Job description

School Social Worker – High School Coverage

Batavia, IL | Full-Time Contract | October 19, 2026 through Winter Break

Birch Agency is seeking a dedicated School Social Worker to provide high school coverage for a school district in Batavia, Illinois. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting students' social, emotional, and behavioral needs during the first half of the 2026-2027 school year.

Position Details

• Location: Batavia, IL
• Setting: High School
• Assignment Dates: October 19, 2026 through Winter Break
• Full-time school-based position
• Immediate need for the 2026-2027 school year

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling services to high school students
• Conduct social-emotional and behavioral assessments as needed
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, school psychologists, and special education staff
• Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings
• Develop intervention strategies to support student success
• Assist students and families with accessing community resources
• Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with district, state, and federal guidelines

Qualifications

• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Social Worker endorsement
• Previous school-based experience preferred
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively with students, families, and educational teams

Benefits

• Competitive and negotiable pay
• Comprehensive benefits available
• Weekly direct deposit
• Professional support throughout your assignment
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact in a school community

If you are a qualified School Social Worker interested in this opportunity in Batavia, IL, we'd love to hear from you!