Rockford Public Schools - Rockford, IL

posted 26 days ago

Full-time
Rockford, IL
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The School Social Worker position at Rockford Public School District #205 involves providing direct services to pupils and families, ensuring that all actions align with the Board policies and the strategic plan. The role includes counseling, casework, and mobilizing resources to support students' educational experiences. The social worker will also prepare social developmental assessments and may need to transport students and families as necessary. Regular attendance is essential, and the position requires participation in job training and professional growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

  • Ensures that all actions are in concert with the Board policies and the strategic plan.
  • Carries out additional duties as required.
  • Participates in job training and professional growth opportunities.
  • Maintains the right of all children to a free and appropriate education.
  • Provides counseling (group and individual) to enhance the pupil's educational experience.
  • Identifies factors in a child's living situation that affect their educational experience.
  • Mobilizes family, school, and community resources for student benefit.
  • Prepares social developmental assessments.
  • Encourages student attendance by recognizing patterns and intervening appropriately.
  • Assumes other duties as delegated by the supervisor.

Requirements

  • Illinois Type 73 certificate in Social Work
  • Master's Degree in Social Work
  • Bilingual as required by location

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
  • Voluntary life insurance
  • Paid Sick and Personal time
  • Paid holidays
  • Board-paid TRS (Teachers' Retirement System)
  • Optional 403(b) plan
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
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