School Social Worker (2025-2026 SY LOA)

Lyons Elementary School District 103; Lyons (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated School Social Worker to provide essential social services to students. This role involves developing and maintaining social service programs, collaborating with educational teams, and ensuring the well-being of students in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a commitment to promoting diversity and equity within the school community. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact on students' lives and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in social work and relevant state license required.
• Preferred: 2+ years of social work experience in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates social services for students and collaborates with educational teams.
• Develops and maintains social service programs and referral resources.
• Supervises students and ensures their safety during school activities.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Clinical Interviewing

Group Therapy

Individual Therapy

Family Counseling

Leadership Skills

Consultation Skills

Teamwork

Education

Masters Degree in Social Work

State License or Certification

School Social Worker Endorsement

Job description

• Position Type:
  Student Services/ Social Worker
  
  
• Date Posted:
  3/10/2025
  
  
• Location:
  Robinson Elementary School
  
  
• Date Available:
  08/04/2025
  
  
• District:
  Lyons Elementary District 103

JOB TITLE: School Social Worker
REPORTS TO: School Principal
SUPERVISES: Students
DEPARTMENT: Student Services
JOB TYPE: Full-Time (35 hours/week)
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
SALARY/BENEFITS: Refer to Teacher Collective Bargaining Agreement
JOB FUNCTION:
Coordinates and provides social services for students of all ages or grades assigned; provides services in accordance with the philosophy, mission, standards, policies, and procedures of the district and as ordered by the Illinois Association of School Social Workers (IASSW).

This position directly reports to the school principal and functionally reports to the other school administrators and district directors. This position coordinates with the other teachers, instructional coaches, and school psychologists along with other support staff, students, guardians, and the community.

TERM:
Shall work from August 15 through December 19, 2025, according to the school calendar as defined by the Board of Education and Collective Bargaining Agreement.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This list is not all inclusive and is only intended to illustrate the various responsibilities and duties performed.

1. Develops and maintains the social service program, drafting supporting procedures and guidelines for the program in accordance with district and IASSW standards.
2. Develops and maintains a thorough knowledge of referral resources throughout the service area.
3. Schedules visits to assess students' psychosocial status; communicates with school psychologists to report student progress, needs, concerns, and potential and actual problems; maintains accurate and timely records including clinical and progress notes according to department policy.
4. Works closely with members of the student’s educational team in the development of the plan of treatment, including IEP plans, based on the psychosocial assessment and accepted social work interventions.
5. Develops working relationships with leaders in community resource groups, representing the district at meetings and on various committees that address the social needs of students.
6. Acts as a resource for other members of the educational team, providing in-service education and consultation in understanding the social and emotional factors related to academic problems.
7. Participates in planning and implementing quality improvement activities.
8. Provides positive student relations in dealing with students, families, teachers, fellow department employees, referral resources, service agencies, and others.
9. Attends chair meetings as needed for the purpose of coordinating activities and ensuring that outcomes achieve school, district, and/or state objectives.
10. Establishes and implements small group management structure and rules that ensure the physical and mental safety of all students; ensures safety and security standards for children, staff, and visitors of the school; supervises all students throughout school grounds and on educational trips as necessary.
11. Maintains required paperwork for individual student files, attendance and incident reports, and other necessary records.
12. Maintains knowledge of research, developments, and best practices in school social work, including but not limited to Medicare, Medicaid, and other third-party reimbursement sources.
13. Recognizes and supports diversity and equity in support of school and district initiatives.
14. Maintains an educational philosophy and school climate which encourages a cooperative and participant attitude on the part of all staff and students; celebrates the achievements and successes of students.
15. Participates in faculty meetings, educational conferences, in-service opportunities, workshops, and other training seminars as required.
16. Attends work as scheduled and arrives in a timely manner unless a qualified absence has been approved as described in the collective bargaining agreement.
17. Performs additional related duties within the scope of this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1. Physical, sensory, and cognitive abilities sufficient to perform essential functions.
2. Good interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
3. Highly developed verbal and written communication skills.
4. Demonstrated skill in clinical interviewing.
5. Demonstrated ability in group therapy, group management, individual therapy, and family counseling.
6. Excellent leadership skills to oversee and support the work of interns and staff.
7. Demonstrated skills in consultation and the ability to work as part of a team.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Masters degree in related subject area; appropriate state license or certification; School Social Worker Endorsement are required. At least two years of social work experience in a school setting is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer and standing, bending, and moving. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.