Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work, active Social Worker license and minimum 1+ years School Social Work experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

A full-time Social Worker position is available for a leave of absence role from August 18th through October 11th in a K-12 school setting located in Waukegan, IL. This contract opportunity involves providing vital support to students across PreK through 8th grade.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments to identify students' social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Develop and implement intervention plans to support student well-being and academic success.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to address student challenges and create a supportive environment.
• Provide individual and group counseling sessions as needed.
• Connect families with community resources to ensure comprehensive support.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of all student interactions and progress.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss student cases and coordinate services.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Social Work (BSW or MSW preferred) with appropriate licensure or certification for school social work.
• Experience working with children in a school or similar environment, preferably with PreK-8th grade populations.
• Strong understanding of child development and social-emotional learning.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of community resources and ability to make appropriate referrals.

Location:

• The position is based in Waukegan, IL, serving a diverse student population.

Benefits and Perks:

• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a dynamic educational setting.
• Supportive collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Meaningful impact on student lives during a critical period.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply promptly to fill this temporary social work role supporting students and families during the leave of absence period.

Compensation for this position ranges from $29.55 to $59.55. 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.