About Job
Type: Full-Time, Long-Term
Start Date: Flexible - June (ESY) or August Start
Pay Rate: $50/hour or higher
Performance Bonus: Includes $1,500 performance bonuses paid out after each semester
Parking: Readily availablePosition Overview:
Join Spotter! One of the fastest-growing employers of school staff in Illinois - recognized in 2024 by Inc. Magazine! This school is growing and they are looking to add their first School Social Worker. You will serve students at private therapeutic day school in near Oak Brook, IL. This is a rare opportunity to work directly with leadership to build and shape a Social Work department from the ground up.Why This Role Stands Out:Leadership Opportunity: Be the founding Social Worker and help define best practices for years to come.Top-Tier Resources: The school offers unmatched access to resources-an operating chefs kitchen, warehouse, workshop, creative design center, and more.Privately Held: No red tape or politics-just a clear focus on students and staff.Strong Tenure: Most of the team has been here since the school's founding over 20 years ago.High Compensation: $50+/hour with additional $1,500 bonuses after each semester.Ideal Location: Easily commutable from Chicago's western suburbs and the west side of the city.Community Connected: Deep local ties with ongoing support from several notable businesses.What You'll Do:Conduct daily 1:1 check-ins and small group sessions with students.Collaborate with staff on crisis response and management.Participate in the IEP process, writing student-centered goals.Manage a caseload of 35 students, spanning Kindergarten through Transition-aged students.Build your own weekly schedule to meet student and school needs.Your First Day Will Include:Tour of the entire facilitySettle into your private officeMeet staff and leadershipReview your caseload and set your initial planRequirements:Illinois PEL with School Social Work EndorsementExperience in:Small group facilitationDaily student check-insCrisis collaboration with staffStudent-centered planningSchool Culture:
Intentional in its mission to become the best therapeutic day school in the area. The team is collaborative, supportive, hardworking, and genuinely devoted to student growth. Leadership is responsive, solutions-oriented, and provides whatever tools are necessary to help staff succeed.Career Perks Include:
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage via
- Professional Allowance Plan (supports CEUs, licensure, materials, and memberships)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with
- 40 Hours Paid Time Off
- Aspire Continuing Education Access
- Spotter Connections - clinical support from licensed experts
- Dedicated Professional Recruiter
- Streamlined Timekeeping
- And More!
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