Social Worker, Crisis Counselor

This program provides a Social Worker (SW) as a resource to the community to address issues that are not always criminal in nature. This program supplies a Social Worker to the Kane County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) for situations that require a joint effort. With the proper level of social work intervention, this program supports and promotes positive change for individuals experiencing different types of crises by connecting them to supportive community resources.

Work schedule (requires flexibility to adjust work hours):
Monday through Friday, with regular rotations between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm shifts. There is also the obligation to provide service on a 24-hour emergency basis, as needed (call-outs can be for suicides/homicides, domestic violence, volatile parent/child conflict, cases of severe mental or physical trauma, sexual assault cases).

• Perform crisis intervention involving assessing and evaluating the emotional well‑being of an individual.
• Provide short‑term case management to individuals and families.
• Make referrals to and consult with other agencies.
• Coordinate and develop local, state, and federal grant information and applications.
• Maintain ongoing professional relationships with schools, courts, other social service agencies, and professional organizations.
• Provide training and communication to the Police Department regarding various mental health issues.
• Court advocacy.
• Follow up on referrals from the police department.
• Assist police with death notifications and critical incidents/traumatic events.

To be a successful candidate, one must be skilled in crisis intervention assessment and possess knowledge of personality theory, psychological principles, drug/alcohol abuse characteristics, marital/family theory and dynamics, and general social welfare policy. One must possess the ability to work in crisis situations, make assessments, communicate and interact effectively with hospital and social service organizations, and collaborate with law enforcement personnel.

• Master's Degree in Social Work or related field (counseling, psychology, etc.).
• Previous Social Service Work experience required.
• Licensed Social Work (LSW or LCSW) or related licensure (i.e., Licensed Professional).
• Valid Illinois Class D Driver's license and vehicle insurance.

BCBS PPO, High Deductible PPO with HSA, HMOI, or Blue Advantage HMO, vision insurance included with medical election, two Dental plans, and generous employee/employer shared premium costs. Medical Reimbursement Plan (MERP - medical insurance is available through spouse or parents). Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) Pension, Deferred Compensation Plan (457(b)), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Tuition Reimbursement, 14 holidays, sick days, and vacation.

Final date to receive applications:
Resumes and applications will be accepted until the end of the day Friday, January 23, 2026.

How To Apply

Please go to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). under the employment tab to complete the online application and EEO form and upload your resume and cover letter. Qualified applicants must submit to a criminal background check. EEO Employer/program