School Social Worker: Student Well-Being & Support Lead

Sunbelt Staffing; Winfield (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

401K

Advisory Team

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing seeks a School Social Worker (PEL) to support students across two-three school sites in Winfield, IL for the full school year. The role focuses on counseling, assessments, collaboration with families and school teams, and participation in IEP meetings to promote student well-being.

The ideal candidate holds an MSW, IL state licensure, and PEL, with strong communication and teamwork skills; previous school-based experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• MSW required.
• Illinois state licensure for School Social Worker required.
• PEL required.
• Previous school setting experience preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to support students’ social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Conduct assessments and develop intervention plans for students in need of support.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to improve student outcomes.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to student support planning.
• Connect families with community resources and support services.
• Assist with crisis intervention and conflict resolution.
• Support attendance improvement and behavioral intervention strategies.
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with state and federal regulations.

Skills

PEL

IL Licensure

Experience in school settings

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Sunbelt Staffing seeks a School Social Worker (PEL) to support students across two-three school sites in Winfield, IL for the full school year. The role focuses on counseling, assessments, collaboration with families and school teams, and participation in IEP meetings to promote student well-being.

The ideal candidate holds an MSW, IL state licensure, and PEL, with strong communication and teamwork skills; previous school-based experience is preferred.