School Social Worker & Student Wellness Advocate

Applitrack; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Suburban Cook County Online Application Consortium seeks a School Counselor or Social Worker to support students' emotional and social adjustment under the supervision of the Principal and Director of Student Services.

Requirements include a valid Illinois Professional Educator License and a Master's in Social Work or School Counseling. Responsibilities include crisis response, confidentiality, collaboration with families, and advocating for students.

Qualifications

• Crisis intervention and counseling skills are required.
• Ability to collaborate with teachers and administrators.
• Strong communication with students and families.

Responsibilities

• Attend crisis situations and support students’ wellbeing.
• Maintain confidentiality of students and staff.
• Complete social developmental studies for evaluations.
• Serve as liaison for special education decision-making.
• Coordinate Student Based Assistance Team.
• Evaluate eligibility for services and placement.
• Deliver direct or consultative social work services per IEP.
• Communicate with parents during school hours.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Confidentiality

Parent communication

Education

Master's in Social Work or School Counseling

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

Job description

Suburban Cook County Online Application Consortium seeks a School Counselor or Social Worker to support students' emotional and social adjustment under the supervision of the Principal and Director of Student Services.

Requirements include a valid Illinois Professional Educator License and a Master's in Social Work or School Counseling. Responsibilities include crisis response, confidentiality, collaboration with families, and advocating for students.