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 is needed for the 2025-2026 school year to support students in a K-12 therapeutic educational program in South Holland, IL. This contract position focuses on providing specialized social work services within a structured environment designed to meet behavioral, emotional, and academic needs.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting a caseload of approximately 39 students in grades 4-7 enrolled in the PACE (Providing Alternatives for Continuing Education) Program
• Implementing positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) to promote social, emotional, and academic growth
• Collaborating with staff to maintain an emotionally safe, supportive environment that enhances student self-esteem and academic success
• Utilizing social skills curricula and behavior management strategies to teach socially appropriate behaviors
• Coordinating with paraprofessionals and other support personnel provided by the district for supervision and assistance

Required Qualifications:

• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Social Work (SSW) endorsement
• Experience working within school or therapeutic educational settings, preferably with middle-grade students
• Strong understanding of behavioral intervention techniques and social-emotional learning
• Ability to engage and collaborate effectively with students, families, and educational teams

Location: South Holland, Illinois (serving one school)

This position offers the opportunity to positively impact diverse students in a therapeutic learning environment focused on success and personal growth. Interviews will be conducted remotely via Zoom with a panel format.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply promptly to be considered for this specialized social work role in an innovative educational setting.

Compensation for this position ranges from $26.00 to $65.00. 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.