School Social Worker (2026-2027)

Sylvania; Illinois; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A school district in Illinois is seeking a qualified Social Worker to provide essential services to students, including assessments and referrals. The ideal candidate will possess an Illinois Type 73 certification and be knowledgeable about academic and emotional support resources. Responsibilities include coordinating workshops for families and maintaining compliance records. This role is vital in fostering positive relations between families and the educational community.

Qualifications

• Certification required in Illinois as School Service Personnel.
• Knowledge of resources specific to Lyons Township District 204.

Responsibilities

• Provide social work services to students and make referrals.
• Administer assessments for measuring student development.
• Assess needs of students and families to implement support plans.
• Coordinate workshops for families to support educational objectives.
• Maintain case records for compliance with mandates.
• Participate in meetings and trainings to support duties.
• Perform other duties to ensure smooth operation of the unit.

Skills

Illinois Type 73 School Service Personnel Certification

Knowledge of academic and social/emotional support options for students

Education

Illinois Type 73 School Service Personnel Certification

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Social Worker

REPORTS TO: Division Chair for Counseling and Student Services

SUMMARY: Provide social work services to students; make referrals to other community resources, support groups and social service agencies as appropriate.

SALARY: As determined by placement on teacher salary schedule.

WORK YEAR: Teacher work year plus extended summer contract

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Illinois Type 73 School Service Personnel Certification
• Knowledge of academic and social/emotional support options for students as those options specific to Lyons Township District 204

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administers standardized and/or supplemental assessments for the purpose of measuring the intellectual, adaptive, academic, social and emotional development of children and/or determining eligibility for services in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Assesses student and family needs (e.g. financial, medical, parenting skills, etc.) for the purpose of developing and implementing individualized plans of services to support educational objectives.
• Coordinates workshops for parents and/or students (e.g. parenting skills, community resources, district programs, social skill development, etc.) for the purpose of assisting parents in maintaining a positive home environment, building trust between family and district and supporting child's educational program.
• Coordinates activities with a variety of outside services agencies, school sites, etc. (e.g. mental health, probation, medical, etc.) for the purpose of providing referrals for families and/or students.
• Maintains case records for the purpose of documenting activities and complying with mandated requirements.
• Mediates conflicts between parents, teachers and/or students (e.g. parent/teacher, parent/parent, parent/student, etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues that could impede student's success.
• Participates in meetings, workshops and seminars as assigned for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
• Provides interim transportation for the purpose of assisting students and/or family members in receiving required services and/or meetings.
• Responds to requests for intervention in situations that could negatively impact the student's education plan for the purpose of addressing needs of the student.
• Responds to all inquiries for the purpose of providing information on district support services and/or educational programs.
• Maintains and submits upon request accurate and complete records as required by law, District policy and administrative regulations.
• Upholds and enforces departmental and school rules, administrative regulations and Board Policy.
• Participates in school/community relations and strives to present a positive school image to the community when serving in a representative role for the school district.
• Continues professional development.
• Fulfills all contractual obligations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.