Position: Full-Time School Based Social Worker!

School Social Worker | Illinois

Full-Time | 2026–2027 School Year

Support Student Success Inside and Beyond the Classroom

Our organization is seeking a dedicated School Social Worker to support students in an Illinois school district throughout the 2026–2027 school year. This opportunity is a strong fit for a social work professional who is passionate about student advocacy and helping young people navigate challenges that may impact their learning, behavior, relationships, attendance, and overall well-being.

What You’ll Do

As part of the school support team, you’ll provide social-emotional services tailored to individual student needs while helping identify concerns and develop effective strategies for addressing them. Key responsibilities include:

• Provide individual and group social-emotional support.
• Develop and implement appropriate student interventions.
• Monitor student progress and document services provided.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to educational planning.
• Connect students and families with appropriate school and community resources.
• Identify barriers affecting student learning, behavior, attendance, or participation.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, administrators, and related service professionals.

Requirements

• LSW or LCSW preferred, based on district requirements.
• School-based experience with children or adolescents preferred.
• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program.
• Familiarity with student support services and school-based resources.
• Knowledge of social-emotional development and behavioral interventions.
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Social Worker endorsement.

Benefits

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