School Social Worker - Barrington, IL

Make a meaningful impact by supporting students’ well-being in a dynamic educational environment. This contract-based position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a day therapeutic program serving three highly specialized classes: two elementary classrooms for students with emotional disabilities and one for elementary students with autism.

You’ll collaborate with a dedicated multidisciplinary team, providing crucial social work services to help young learners thrive socially and emotionally. The typical workday runs from 8:15 AM to 3:15 PM, with a half-hour lunch break, ensuring a balanced schedule to support your own well-being. This role begins as soon as possible and continues through May 22, 2026, with the possibility of renewal for the next school year.

Qualifications & Preferred Experience:

• Valid PEL (Professional Educator License) with a School Social Work Endorsement (Type 73) or eligibility
• Experience in school settings, ideally with elementary-age students
• Background in providing services for children with emotional disabilities and/or autism highly valued
• Strong communication, counseling, and advocacy skills
• Ability to develop and implement IEP goals related to social, emotional, and behavioral needs
• Comfort with collaboration across families, teachers, and support staff

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct, individualized, and group social work services to students
• Conduct assessments, contribute to IEPs, and create intervention strategies
• Support students’ positive behavior and social/emotional development
• Facilitate ongoing communication between home and school
• Offer crisis intervention and collaborate with outside agencies as needed

This position provides an engaging environment where you can truly see the impact of your work every day. If you’re ready to enrich the lives of students and build your experience in a pioneering therapeutic day program, apply today to embark on this rewarding opportunity!

Compensation for this position ranges from $34.55 to $54.55. 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.