26-27 School Based Social Worker (PEL with School Social Work Endorsement Required) - #22026

School Based Social Worker – DuPage County & Surrounding Chicagoland Area (26-27 School Year)

Ro Health is currently hiring School Based Social Workers for the upcoming school year (26–27 School Year) to support school districts in and around DuPage County and the greater Chicagoland area.

We’re looking for compassionate, credentialed professionals who are passionate about supporting students’ social, emotional, and behavioral needs in a school-based setting. This role offers a consistent weekday schedule, strong collaboration with school teams, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in students’ lives.

This is an in-person position working directly within school districts, providing both direct and indirect social work services aligned with student IEPs. Learn more below!

Why Ro Health:

• Schedules to complement your lifestyle
• Competitive compensation and weekly paychecks
• Career development opportunities across various disciplines
• Commuter benefits up to $315/month through our partnership with Edenred
• Dedicated administrative and clinical support when you need it most
• Healthcare benefits available for eligible providers
• All providers earn PTO and sick time, even when working a per diem schedule

Overview:

• In-person
• Schedule: M-F (Start and End times may vary by school district)
• Compensation: $50-$55/hr

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct and indirect social work services in accordance with IEPs
• Conduct mental health assessments and crisis interventions (including suicide risk assessments)
• Facilitate individual and group support focused on social, emotional, and behavioral development
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and school staff to support student success
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to goal development and educational planning
• Connect families with community resources and outside services when appropriate
• Support behavioral management strategies and help staff adapt instruction based on student needs
• Travel between school sites if assigned multiple buildings
• Maintain accurate documentation, including Medical Assistance billing

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work (required)
• Active Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Social Work Endorsement, registered with the Illinois State Board of Education (required)
• LSW or School Social Work certification (required)
• Strong understanding of mental health, behavior, and crisis response in school settings
• Experience working in school-based or special education environments
• Experience developing IEP goals and participating in interdisciplinary teams
• Strong communication skills and cultural competency working with diverse student populations

Benefits (eligibility dependent on employment status):

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Weekly direct deposit
• Single point of contact

Interested?

If you’re a School Social Worker looking for a role in DuPage County or surrounding Chicagoland districts for the upcoming 26–27 School Year, we’d love to connect with you.

Apply today or reach out directly:

Phone Number: (312)736-2228
Email: ilbehavioral@rohealth.com

About Ro Health

Ro Health is a rapidly growing healthcare staffing agency. We have over a decade of experience supplying our students and school districts with kind, caring, and professional healthcare providers. The success of Ro Health depends on the success of our providers, driving our efforts to focus on how we can improve their experience and performance as they continue to deliver exceptional patient care to the student population we serve.

Job Types: Full-time, Per diem

Pay: $50.00 - $55.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• School Based Social Worker : 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Professional Educator License w/ Social Worker Endorsement (Required)

Work Location: In person