School Social Worker: Student Support & Counseling

Crosby Elementary School; Harvard (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard Community Unit School District 50 Crosby Elementary School in Harvard, Illinois seeks a School Social Worker to support students, families, and staff by addressing social, emotional, and behavioral needs within MTSS and IEP/504 frameworks.

The position is a 190-day contract under the Related Services framework, with responsibilities including assessments, counseling, crisis intervention, and collaboration with school staff and community resources to promote student well‑being and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including families and staff.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to ongoing professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct social-emotional support to students, prioritizing IEPs.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional ethics.
• Deliver research-based social-emotional instruction aligned with MTSS.
• Support students through crisis intervention and counseling.
• Collaborate with MTSS teams, teachers, and families to connect students with resources.
• Advocate for students with staff and community resources.

Skills

Planning & organization

Collaborative work

Verbal communication

Lifelong learning

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

PEL license eligibility

Job description

Harvard Community Unit School District 50 Crosby Elementary School in Harvard, Illinois seeks a School Social Worker to support students, families, and staff by addressing social, emotional, and behavioral needs within MTSS and IEP/504 frameworks.

The position is a 190-day contract under the Related Services framework, with responsibilities including assessments, counseling, crisis intervention, and collaboration with school staff and community resources to promote student well‑being and