Up to 10 hours/week | Zoom-based
The Illinois Spina Bifida Association (ISBA) is seeking a bilingual (Spanish/English) social worker to provide executive functioning coaching to children, teens, and adults with spina bifida. This part-time, remote role will deliver individualized coaching via Zoom and support an IRB-approved research initiative.
Additionally, from mid-July 2026 to mid-January 2027, the social worker will provide care coordination services to Chicagoland adults with spina bifida.
Compensation:
- $32 / hour
- Paid time off
- ISBA will pay for the employee to participate in an executive functioning coaching certification program valued at $1,000.
- ISBA provides professional liability insurance
Executive Functioning Coaching Responsibilities:
- From July 2026 to January 2027, the employee would participate in an executive functioning coaching certification program for approximately two hours / week.
- Starting at the end of January 2027, the employee would shift to providing 8-10 hours a week of executive functioning coaching while completing the certification program.
- Provide executive functioning coaching via Zoom
- Support clients across the lifespan with spina bifida
- Administer and track pre- and post-assessments to evaluate functional executive function as well as other assessment tools.
- Collect qualitative and quantitative data in accordance with IRB protocols
- Consistently remind clients of appointments and maintain accurate documentation
- Collaborate with and report to the IRB Lead Researcher, Lead Executive Functioning Coach, and Executive Director
Adult Care Coordination Responsibilities:
- ISBA seeks an employee to provide adult care coordination services to Chicagoland adults living with spina bifida for eight hours per week from mid-July 2026 to mid-January 2027.
- ISBA would train the employee on the existing adult care coordination program model prior to the mid-July program start.
- Adult care coordination would be conducted by phone, email, text, and Zoom. The work can be done on a flexible basis, including day, evening, and weekend hours.
- Collaborate with and report to the Medical Social Worker, Clinical Supervisor, and Executive Director
Qualifications:
- Illinois social work license in good standing
- Fluent in Spanish and English
- Knowledge of executive functioning and neurological conditions
- Strong organization, follow-through, and communication skills
- Comfortable with virtual service delivery and data tracking
Preferred:
- Experience with spina bifida or similar neurological conditions
- Familiarity with standardized assessments and research protocols
About ISBA:
ISBA empowers individuals and families living with spina bifida through education, advocacy, and innovative programs.
To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter and resume, including your Illinois social work license #. Your cover letter should indicate your available work schedule, including whether you are available nights and weekends. No calls, please.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Language:
- Spanish (Required)
License/Certification:
- Illinois social work license (Required)
Work Location: Remote
Professional Field
Social Work
Other Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare Field




