School Social Worker - Student Support & Growth Advocate

Point Quest Group.; Rushville (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CEU/license reimbursement

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid sick leave

Holidays and vacation

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Point Quest Group is seeking a School Social Worker in Rushville, IL to support students’ emotional well-being and access to resources. The role involves counseling, collaboration with school teams, and liaison work with families and community resources.

Requirements include an MSW and state licensure eligibility; the position offers full benefits and growth opportunities. This is a full-time, on-site role with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW).
• State licensure or certification as a School Social Worker (or eligibility to obtain).
• Department of Justice/FBI Background Check (or equivalent state or national fingerprint clearance).
• Eligibility to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling services to support students’ social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Conduct social-emotional and behavioral assessments; contribute findings to IEPs, 504 plans, and intervention strategies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement student support plans and behavior interventions.
• Serve as a liaison between school, home, and community resources to support student success and family engagement.
• Respond to crisis situations, including risk assessments and safety planning, while supporting students and staff during and after incidents.
• Maintain accurate, confidential documentation of services, case notes, and progress in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Provide consultation and training to school staff on topics such as trauma-informed practices, behavior management, and social-emotional learning.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Student support

Collaboration

Education

MSW

Job description

Point Quest Group is seeking a School Social Worker in Rushville, IL to support students’ emotional well-being and access to resources. The role involves counseling, collaboration with school teams, and liaison work with families and community resources.

Requirements include an MSW and state licensure eligibility; the position offers full benefits and growth opportunities. This is a full-time, on-site role with competitive pay.