School Social Worker Rockford, IL

Job Title:

School Social Worker

Location:

Rockford, IL
Position Type:
Full Time Contract (W2)

Start Date:

ASAP (~2 weeks from offer to allow for onboarding)
Pay Rate: $43-$50/HR dep. on experience

We are seeking a compassionate and collaborative School Social Worker to support primarily elementary students, with the possibility of serving secondary students as needed. The School Social Worker will provide counseling, social-emotional support, and resources to help students overcome barriers and succeed academically, behaviorally, and socially.

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Social Worker endorsement.
• Masters degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
• Experience working with school-aged children, particularly elementary students, preferred.
• Strong counseling, crisis-intervention, communication, and collaboration skills.

• Provide individual and group counseling to students experiencing behavioral, emotional, family, or mental health challenges.
• Support students in developing coping skills, emotional regulation, social skills, and positive behaviors.
• Provide services primarily to elementary-aged students, with potential support at the secondary level.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to address student needs.
• Participate in IEP meetings and provide social work services for students with identified needs.
• Connect students and families with school-based and community resources.
• Support initiatives related to attendance, behavior, crisis intervention, and academic success.
• Conduct assessments, maintain documentation, and monitor student progress toward social-emotional goals.
• Advocate for students and help address social, family, and environmental barriers impacting learning.

• 401 K plan
• Health - Vision and Dental
• Weekly pay (Fridays)

Myleen Santiago

• Email: myleen
• Office Line:
• Hours:
  
  8AM-4PM EST Monday-Friday