Social Worker | Kankakee, Illinois

Sunbelt Staffing; Kankakee (IL); Sur place; USD 41 000 - 69 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Weekly pay

Résumé du poste

Sunbelt Staffing in Illinois is seeking a skilled School Social Worker to support students in a middle and high school. This onsite contract role offers 40 hours per week and a chance to mentor a team of eager interns while collaborating with teachers, families, and administrators to promote a positive school climate.

You will deliver counseling, crisis intervention, and assessments, maintain clear records, and ensure compliance with state guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid state license (Illinois SSW) and a Professional Educator License (PEL).
• Experience in a school setting, preferably with middle and high school populations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to mentor interns and liaise with staff.
• Commitment to culturally responsive, student-centered support.

Responsabilités

• Deliver direct social work services to students, including counseling and crisis intervention.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to foster a supportive environment.
• Supervise and guide a team of social work interns, ensuring their professional growth.
• Develop and implement interventions for students facing personal, behavioral, or academic challenges.
• Maintain records, prepare reports, and ensure adherence to state and district guidelines.

Connaissances

Interpersonal skills

Mentoring interns

Communication

Team liaison

Formation

Illinois SSW License

PEL License

Description du poste

Make an impact by supporting students and guiding a team of eager interns in a dynamic middle school and high school environment. This onsite opportunity places you at the heart of student well-being, offering hands-on collaboration with a cohort dedicated to positive change. Immediate start available for a confident and driven School Social Worker ready to help shape the school climate.

Key Qualifications

• Valid state license required (e.g., Illinois SSW License)
• Professional Educator License (PEL) required
• Previous experience in a school setting, preferably with middle and high school populations
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively mentor interns and liaise with educational staff
• Commitment to culturally responsive, student-centered support

Primary Duties

• Deliver direct social work services to students, providing counseling, assessment, and crisis intervention as needed
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to foster a supportive educational environment
• Supervise and guide a team of social work interns, ensuring their professional growth and compliance with best practices
• Develop and implement interventions for students facing personal, behavioral, or academic challenges
• Maintain clear records, prepare reports, and ensure adherence to state and district guidelines

Position Overview

• Full-time, contract role at 40 hours per week
• Onsite presence required in the school community
• Caseload includes both middle and high school students, with a focus on team-based approaches and mentoring interns

Enjoy the stability of a weekly paycheck, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, plus a 401(k) retirement plan.

Compensation for this position ranges from $30.00 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.