School Social Worker

AnthroMed Education; Elwood (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider seeks a Full-Time School Social Worker to support students' social-emotional well-being at an Elementary School in Elwood, IL. Ideal candidates will work collaboratively with a diverse student population, including those with special needs. This role offers excellent benefits and a supportive work environment to help achieve a positive impact on students' lives.

Benefits

Health Insurance with $0 Payroll Deduction

Fully paid 401(k) match

100% reimbursement for licensure dues

Material Stipend

Free CEUs and guest speaker access

Personalized support from Clinical Director

Qualifications

• Master's degree required to assume this role.
• Valid PEL license necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide social work services to students with IEPs and 504 plans.
• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions.
• Facilitate communication between school staff, parents, and external agencies.

Skills

Collaboration

Counseling

Crisis Intervention

Communication

Case Management

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Valid Illinois State Professional Educator License (PEL)

Job description

Job: Full-Time School Social Worker (2024-2025 School Year)
Caseload: Cross-Categorical
Grades: K-8
Location: Elwood, IL 60421
Hours: 35 hours/week
Dates: ASAP - May 30, 2025
Salary: $55,000 - $62,000 / Hourly: $44.64 - $50.32

AnthroMed Education is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Full-Time School Social Worker for the 2024-2025 school year. This position will serve students in grades K-8 at an Elementary School in Elwood, IL. The ideal candidate will work closely with a diverse student population, including students with IEP/504 plans, as well as general education students. The position offers an excellent opportunity to collaborate with a supportive team of school professionals and make a meaningful impact on students' social-emotional well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide social work services to students with IEPs and 504 plans (approximately 23 students).
• Support general education students (approximately 10-13 students) with social-emotional needs.
• Collaborate with the second social worker, who is available two days per week, and other school personnel to implement social-emotional learning programs, such as the Second Step program, within classrooms.
• Provide counseling, crisis intervention, and case management services to students.
• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions to address students’ social, emotional, and behavioral concerns.
• Serve as a member of the IEP team, contributing to assessments, goal setting, and progress monitoring for students with special education needs.
• Facilitate communication and coordination between school staff, parents, and external agencies to support student success.
• Participate in school-wide initiatives to foster a positive and inclusive school climate.
• Attend regular meetings and collaborate with school staff, including the full-time administrative team.

Additional Support:

• The social worker in this position will work in close coordination with another social worker who is present two days per week at the Elementary School. On days when the second social worker is not on-site, support will be available from a full-time social worker.
• There is also a full-time administrator present at the school every day, providing additional support.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Social Work
• Valid Illinois State Professional Educator License (PEL)

Work Environment:

• On-site position at an Elementary School in Elwood, IL
• Full-time, 35 hours per week.
• Single-building setting with collaborative team-based support.

Why AnthroMed?

• AnthroMed Team Members who work 30+ hours per week are eligible for the full-time employee benefits offered by AnthroMed
• Benefits begin the first of the month after start date. Benefits offered include:
  • • United HealthCare PPO with a $0 Payroll Deduction
    • Dental Insurance (PPO or HMO) and Vision Insurance
    • Flex Spending Accounts (healthcare, dependent care, and pre-tax parking & transit)
    • 401(k) with 100% employer match up to first 3% employee contribution on day one!
    • 100% Employer sponsored Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance.
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Optional supplemental coverages include:
      • Life Insurance, Critical Illness, and Accident Protection
    • Material Stipend: Receive a yearly stipend for materials
    • Full Reimbursement: Get 100% reimbursement for all Licensure dues
    • Free CEU’s and guest speaker series access
    • Personalized Support: Receive 1:1 guidance from a Clinical Director

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