Job Title:
School Social Worker
School:
Therapeutic Day School
Location: Mundelein, 60060
Job Type:
Full-Time
Dates:
ASAP – June 3rd, 2025
Hours: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM (7.5 hours per day, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch)
Caseload:
Approximately 4 classrooms, with 6-8 students in each classroom
Grade Levels:
K-12th Grade
Caseload:
Students with Autism and/or intellectual disabilities
Salary: $58,000 – $68,000AnthroMed Education is seeking a compassionate and dedicated School Social Worker to join our team in providing individualized support to students with Autism and intellectual disabilities. This therapeutic day school environment emphasizes a highly supportive, nurturing, and structured setting, and we are looking for a professional who thrives in this type of setting and is passionate about working with students who require individualized care. As the School Social Worker, you will play a critical role in helping students navigate emotional, social, and behavioral challenges, while collaborating with staff, families, and external service providers to ensure the success and well-being of each student.
This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students who require tailored interventions and support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Individual and Group Counseling: Provide individual counseling and facilitate group therapy sessions to address students' emotional, social, and behavioral needs.
- Collaboration with Staff: Work closely with teachers, administrators, and other support staff to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) that align with students' needs.
- Crisis Intervention: Support students during moments of emotional crisis, helping to de-escalate situations and providing immediate interventions.
- Behavioral Support: Collaborate with teachers and behavior specialists to implement behavioral strategies and create positive behavior intervention plans (PBIPs) for students.
- Parent and Family Engagement: Maintain open communication with families, providing regular updates on student progress and offering strategies to support students at home.
- Social Skills Development: Implement programs that focus on developing students' social skills, coping strategies, and self-regulation techniques.
- Team Collaboration: Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, including speech therapists, occupational therapists, and special education staff, to ensure a holistic approach to each student’s education and well-being.
- Documentation and Reporting: Keep accurate records of interventions, student progress, and communication with families, ensuring compliance with school and district policies.
Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program.
- Valid Illinois State Professional Educator License (PEL)
About This School:
This therapeutic day school that provides a highly individualized and supportive learning environment for students with Autism and intellectual disabilities. Our mission is to create a nurturing space where students feel valued, safe, and empowered to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. We believe in a collaborative approach and work closely with families and specialists to provide the best possible support for each student.
Why Join AnthroMed?
- Comprehensive Health Insurance: Enjoy a PPO Health Insurance plan with premiums 100% covered by us
- Paid Time Off: PTO and all paid holiday breaks are provided
- Personalized Support: Receive 1:1 guidance from our Social Work Clinical Director and she provides LCSW training at no charge.
- Resource Access: Utilize our extensive Social Work resource bank
- Full Reimbursement: Get 100% reimbursement for all Licensure dues
- Material Stipend: Receive a yearly stipend for materials
- Free CEU’s and guest speaker series access
- 401K Match: Enjoy a 401K plan with a 3% match starting on day one
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