School Social Worker

Birch Agency; Minooka (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401K

PTO

Job summary

Birch Agency invites applications for a School Social Worker on a full-time leave assignment at Minooka Primary Center in Minooka, IL. The role focuses on social-emotional support, evaluations, collaboration with educators and families, and contributing to student goals and interventions for young learners.

The position runs 37.5 hours per week, offering competitive compensation and a benefits package. Candidates should hold a Master's in Social Work and appropriate licensure to support

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work and appropriate licensure or certification.
• PEL with School Social Worker endorsement or equivalent certification.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations for students ages 2 years, 10 months and older.
• Provide individual and group counseling services to students.
• Push into classrooms to provide direct student services and support.
• Support IEP teams and contribute to goals and interventions.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, families, and related service providers.
• Maintain documentation and case records.
• Develop strategies to support social, emotional, behavioral, and academic success.
• Connect students and families with school and community resources.
• Participate in arrival and dismissal duties, assisting students.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive school environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Interpersonal skills

Social-emotional learning knowledge

Preschool experience

Student well-being commitment

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

PEL with School Social Worker endorsement or state certification

Job description

Job Position: School Social Worker

Location: Minooka, IL 60447

Pay Rate: $50.00/hr

Looking for a role where you can truly make an impact? Birch Agency is seeking a School Social Worker to support students at Minooka Primary Center during a full-time leave assignment. In this role, you will provide social-emotional support, conduct evaluations, collaborate with educators and families, contribute to student support planning, and help foster a positive learning environment that promotes student success and well-being. This opportunity stands out for its chance to work with young learners ages 3-5 during critical developmental years in a collaborative, student-focused educational setting. You'll join a supportive team that values professional collaboration while making a meaningful impact on student growth and well-being, all within a consistent full-time schedule of 37.5 hours per week.

Required Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work
• Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Social Worker endorsement or appropriate state certification
• Appropriate endorsement

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations for students ages 2 years, 10 months and older
• Provide individual and group counseling services to students
• Push into classrooms to provide direct student services and support
• Support IEP teams and contribute to the development and implementation of student goals and interventions
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, families, and related service providers
• Maintain appropriate documentation and case records
• Assist in developing strategies that support students' social, emotional, behavioral, and academic success
• Connect students and families with school and community resources as needed
• Participate in arrival and dismissal duties, assisting students from vehicles and buses into the building
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive school environment

Qualifications

• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of social-emotional learning and behavioral support practices
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and staff
• Experience working with preschool and early childhood-aged students preferred
• Commitment to supporting student success and well-being

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, and vision)
• 401K
• PTO