School Social Worker: Student Support & Counseling

STEGER SCHOOL DISTRICT 194; Steger (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

STEGER SCHOOL DISTRICT 194 in Illinois is seeking a School Counselor or Social Worker to support students under the direction of the Principal and the Director of Student Services. The role focuses on helping both special and general education students resolve personal, emotional, and social problems affecting their schooling and well-being.

The successful candidate will hold a valid Illinois PEL with a School Social Work endorsement or a Master’s in Social Work or School Counseling, and will

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with SSW endorsement.
• Master's degree in Social Work or School Counseling.
• Experience in school-based social work and collaboration with IEP teams.

Responsibilities

• Attend crisis situations and maintain confidentiality.
• Serve as liaison for special education processes and participate in eligibility decisions.
• Provide individual and group counseling and consult with teachers, parents, and administrators.
• Support behavioral interventions and assist with classroom management.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Confidentiality

Mental health counseling

Education

Master's in Social Work

PEL with SSW endorsement

Job description

STEGER SCHOOL DISTRICT 194 in Illinois is seeking a School Counselor or Social Worker to support students under the direction of the Principal and the Director of Student Services. The role focuses on helping both special and general education students resolve personal, emotional, and social problems affecting their schooling and well-being.

The successful candidate will hold a valid Illinois PEL with a School Social Work endorsement or a Master’s in Social Work or School Counseling, and will