Social Worker | Maple Park, Illinois

Soliant Health; Maple Park (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing allowance

Meals/incidental

Open posting duration

Job summary

Soliant Health is seeking an onsite School Social Worker for a Maple Park, Illinois elementary school (K–5). The contract runs Aug 12, 2026 to Nov 4, 2026 with a potential extension.

You will work full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–3:35 PM, supporting students’ social, emotional, and behavioral needs in a collaborative setting. The ideal candidate holds an Illinois SSW License and PEL, has prior educational experience, and excels in teamwork and crisis intervention.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois SSW License and PEL required.
• Experience as School Social Worker in educational setting preferred.
• Strong understanding of child development for elementary students.
• Commitment to safe, inclusive learning environments.
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct social/emotional and behavioral support to K–5 students.
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and families on IEPs and interventions.
• Conduct student assessments and crisis interventions as needed.
• Support positive classroom relationships and school culture.
• Maintain accurate records and participate in team meetings.
• Advocate for student needs and access to resources.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

IEP collaboration

Crisis intervention

Education

Illinois SSW License

PEL

Job description

Make a meaningful impact supporting students’ growth and well-being as an onsite School Social Worker for a local elementary school serving grades K–5. This contract assignment begins August 12, 2026, and runs through November 4, 2026, with the potential to be extended. You’ll work full-time, Monday–Friday from 8:00 AM–3:35 PM, providing your expertise in a vibrant, collaborative school environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois School Social Work (SSW) License and Professional Educator License (PEL)
• Prior experience working as a School Social Worker in an educational setting
• Deep understanding of child development and strategies for elementary-age students
• Commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct social/emotional and behavioral support services to elementary students (K–5)
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and intervention strategies
• Conduct student assessments and provide crisis intervention as needed
• Help promote positive classroom relationships and a healthy school culture
• Maintain accurate records and participate in regular meetings with education teams
• Advocate for student needs while promoting equity and access to resources

Compensation for this position ranges from $34.55 to $54.55. 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.