School Social Worker I/II/III — Student Support & Therapy

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

14 Holidays

Vacation days

Paid Leave days

Sick days

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Short-term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

403B Retirement Plan with employer-con

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet seeks a licensed school social worker to provide school-based social work services, clinical assessments, crisis interventions, and individual/group therapy for students. You will collaborate with parents and school staff, maintain records, and participate in case conferences and in-service trainings.

The role requires Illinois licensure within one year and a commitment to dignity, respect, and holistic care for diverse student populations in a school

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work from a regionally accredited institution.
• Passage of complete background clearance and fingerprinting.
• Illinois LSW or LCSW or related credential within one year of employment.
• PEL Illinois Certificate as School Social Worker recommended.
• Training in clinical assessments and crisis interventions with school-aged youth.

Responsibilities

• Provide school social work services to enhance students' social/emotional and adaptive development.
• Conduct clinical assessments, crisis interventions, and consultations; provide recommendations for students, staff, and parents.
• Provide individual and group therapy to students.
• Collaborate with parents to increase participation and use of resources.
• Consult with school personnel on student needs and behavior modification.
• Identify and assess social and emotional difficulties affecting students' school performance.
• Act as a liaison for referrals for specialized testing and ensure students' needs are met.
• Maintain student records and reports according to agency and school policies.
• Participate in case consultations, collaborations, and reviews with school personnel and outside consultants.
• Conduct in-service training for parents, students, teachers, and administrators.
• Other duties as assigned within the guidelines of this position.

Skills

Social work

Clinical assessments

Crisis interventions

Individual therapy

Group therapy

Collaboration with parents

Case consultations

Mentoring trainees

Microsoft Office

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet seeks a licensed school social worker to provide school-based social work services, clinical assessments, crisis interventions, and individual/group therapy for students. You will collaborate with parents and school staff, maintain records, and participate in case conferences and in-service trainings.

The role requires Illinois licensure within one year and a commitment to dignity, respect, and holistic care for diverse student populations in a school