School Social Worker - Middle School

AnthroMed LLC; Woodstock (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated School Social Worker to join their team in Woodstock, IL. This role focuses on supporting Middle School students, particularly in a Life Skills classroom, while fostering a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's Degree in Social Work and a valid Illinois Professional Educator License. Enjoy a fulfilling career with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and educational stipends. Join a passionate team committed to making a positive impact on students' lives.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Educational Stipend

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work and Illinois Professional Educator License required.
• Experience with Middle School students preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide social work therapy and support to Middle School students.
• Assess and provide interventions for emotional and behavioral concerns.

Skills

Social Work Therapy

Emotional Support

Behavioral Assessment

Family Communication

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

Endorsement in Social Work

Job description

School Social Worker - Middle School

As a local and unique organization, AnthroMed Education is dedicated to supporting its Social Workers as they provide exceptional services to students within our partnering schools. Our goal is to create an atmosphere of collaboration, and our purpose is to meet the needs of our students. We are committed to providing our School Social Workers with an enriching and fulfilling school year and beyond!

What are we looking for?

Our team is currently seeking a full-time School Social Worker who wants to make an impact at a developing and team-oriented Public School in Woodstock, IL for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. The selected SSW will be working at a Middle School and will support a Life Skills classroom with a General Education population.

Job Functions Include:

• Ability to work full time, Monday-Friday from 8:30 am-3:30 pm.
• Provide social work therapy and support to Middle School students.
• Work in a Life Skills classroom supporting General Education students.
• Assess, identify, and provide clinical interventions to students with emotional, social, attendance, and/or behavioral concerns within the general education population.
• Fulfill all the responsibilities of the IEP: timely and current progress monitoring, using progress monitoring to guide instruction, etc.
• Work with parents and children in a confidential and caring manner, and assist the family, school, and community in bridging gaps between family and schools.
• Complete casework assessments and services, and communicate them to students and their families.
• Complete classroom observations and functional behavior assessments on identified students.
• Utilize student performance data as a guide for decision-making.
• Participate in and contribute to a school culture focused on improved student learning.
• Attend meetings and professional development activities as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Social Work
• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)
• Endorsement in Social Work
• Experience supporting Middle School students is a plus, but not required

Pay and Benefits:

• AnthroMed Team Members working 30+ hours per week are eligible for full-time employee benefits.
• Pay range: $54,000-67,000 annually, with hourly pay options.
• Paid Time Off starts at 6 days, prorated based on start date.
• Benefits begin the first of the month after start date, including:
• United Healthcare PPO with $0 payroll deduction
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flex Spending Accounts (healthcare, dependent care, pre-tax parking & transit)
• 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 3% employee contribution
• Employer-sponsored Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Optional supplemental coverages: Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Protection

Why Work For AnthroMed Education?

• 1:1 support from our SSW Clinical Director
• 100% reimbursement for ISBE Licensure dues
• $300 educational stipend for materials and supplies (pro-rated if applicable)
• Access to extensive resources in our SSW database

AnthroMed is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, height, weight, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran, or military status.

Application Process:

Apply for the School Social Worker - Middle School position.

Attach your resume as a PDF, Word, or compatible document (limit 5MB), or paste your resume directly.

Do you or will you have your Professional Educator License issued by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) with an endorsement in School Social Work?*

YES   NO

Do you currently hold a Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)?*