Job Description
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 – $68,000 /
Hourly: $43.94 - $51.52
AnthroMed 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 AnthroMed? - AnthroMed Team Members who work 30+ hours per week are eligible for the full-time employee benefits offered by AnthroMed
- Benefits begin the first of the month after start date. Benefits offered include:
- United HealthCare PPO with a $0 Payroll Deduction
- Dental Insurance (PPO or HMO) and Vision Insurance
- Flex Spending Accounts (healthcare, dependent care, and pre-tax parking & transit)
- 401(k) with 100% employer match up to first 3% employee contribution on day one!
- 100% Employer sponsored Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Optional supplemental coverages include:
- Life Insurance, Critical Illness, and Accident Protection
- Material Stipend: Receive a yearly stipend for materials
- Full Reimbursement: Get 100% reimbursement for all Licensure dues
- Free CEU’s and guest speaker series access
- Personalized Support: Receive 1:1 guidance from a Clinical Director
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