School Social Worker — Student Support & Crisis Advocate

Illinois School District U-46; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois School District U-46 in Elgin, IL seeks a Social Worker to provide individual and group social-emotional support to students and families for the 2027/2028 school year. The role reports to the SSS/Building Principal and functions within Specialized Student Services.

The position involves collaboration with teachers, family outreach, crisis intervention, and development of behavioral plans under MTSS, with a starting salary of $60,689 and a nine-month term (184 days).

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work is required.
• PEL with School Social Work endorsement is required.
• Bilingual – Spanish/English preferred (written/verbal).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct social-emotional support to students and families.
• Develop behavioral intervention strategies and Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Participate in MTSS and Service Team meetings to address social-emotional needs.
• Assist in crisis interventions and data collection for student wellbeing.
• Coordinate with school staff and community resources to support students.

Skills

Leadership

Policy knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

PEL with School Social Work endorsement

Bilingual – Spanish/English

Job description

Illinois School District U-46 in Elgin, IL seeks a Social Worker to provide individual and group social-emotional support to students and families for the 2027/2028 school year. The role reports to the SSS/Building Principal and functions within Specialized Student Services.

The position involves collaboration with teachers, family outreach, crisis intervention, and development of behavioral plans under MTSS, with a starting salary of $60,689 and a nine-month term (184 days).