Social Worker | Berwyn, Illinois

Make a meaningful impact supporting students in an intermediate school environment near Berwyn, IL. This contract opportunity is ideal for a skilled and compassionate Social Worker interested in working hands-on within a supportive and collaborative school community. The position will be onsite only, providing direct services to students in grades 3-5, including those with disabilities and general education populations, for the full upcoming school year (August 17th through May 21st).

Key Qualifications:

• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) required
• Master’s in Social Work (MSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Previous experience in school-based social work strongly preferred
• Knowledge in supporting students with a variety of disabilities and providing general interventions
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Familiarity with multi-tiered systems of support and behavioral interventions

Core Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of approximately 250-300 students in grades 3-5
• Deliver individual and group interventions to address emotional, behavioral, and social needs
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and families to develop and implement students’ support strategies
• Complete necessary documentation in accordance with school and state guidelines
• Participate in IEP meetings and provide expertise in the development of social, emotional, and behavioral goals
• Serve as a resource for crisis intervention and preventive programming

This assignment offers the chance to work a stable, predictable schedule (33.75 hours per week) within a dedicated educational setting. If you are passionate about school-based social work and meet the required credentials, we encourage you to take the next step—submit your application today to help local students reach their fullest potential this school year!

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.

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