School Social Worker - Champaign, IL

Sunbelt Staffing; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing in Champaign, IL is seeking a dedicated School Social Worker for a full-time contract position near Champaign. You will deliver direct and indirect social work services to students, collaborating with educators, families, and support staff to promote well-being and a positive learning environment.

The role includes active participation in IEP/504 meetings, crisis counseling, linking students to community resources, and maintaining confidential records per district policies.

Qualifications

• Active state licensure as a School Social Worker or eligibility for licensure.
• Proven experience providing social work services in school settings.
• Strong understanding of child development, crisis intervention, and behavioral management.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with students, families, and school staff.
• Thorough knowledge of community resources and ability to facilitate referrals when needed.
• Genuine passion for advocating for student needs and promoting emotional health.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and indirect social work services to students individually and in group settings.
• Collaborate with educators, parents, and support staff to identify at-risk students and devise intervention strategies.
• Participate actively in IEP/504 meetings and serve as a resource in multidisciplinary teams.
• Implement programs that support a safe and respectful school climate.
• Guide students and families through crisis situations, providing counseling and connections to community resources.
• Maintain confidential and accurate case documentation in accordance with district policies and regulations.

Skills

Active state licensure

Experience in school settings

Child development knowledge

Communication & collaboration

Community resources knowledge

Advocacy for student needs

Job description

Make a meaningful difference in students lives as a dedicated School Social Worker near Champaign, IL. This full-time contract position offers a dynamic and supportive environment where your expertise will help foster student well-being and positive learning experiences.

What Youll Bring:

• Active state licensure as a School Social Worker or eligibility for licensure
• Proven experience providing social work services in school settings
• Strong understanding of child development, crisis intervention, and behavioral management
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with students, families, and school staff
• Thorough knowledge of community resources and ability to facilitate referrals when needed
• Genuine passion for advocating for student needs and promoting emotional health

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct and indirect social work services to students individually and in group settings
• Collaborate with educators, parents, and support staff to identify at-risk students and devise intervention strategies
• Participate actively in IEP/504 meetings and serve as a resource in multidisciplinary teams
• Implement programs that support a safe and respectful school climate
• Guide students and families through crisis situations, providing counseling and connections to community resources
• Maintain confidential and accurate case documentation in accordance with district policies and regulations

What You Can Expect:

This rewarding opportunity offers an hourly pay rate of $48+ and the satisfaction of making a tangible impact every day. Youll work in a collaborative atmosphere that values professional growth, encouragement, and mutual respect.