School Social Worker, LCSW - On-Site

E-Therapy•Gurnee, IL

8d•$42•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Team as an On-Site Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Gurnee, IL! Are you a compassionate, licensed LCSW dedicated to supporting students’ mental health and emotional well-being? E-Therapy is hiring! Ask us more about how we can help! Position Details: Start Date: ASAP covering a leave of absence thru April 2026 Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours/week) Grade Levels: Intermediate School Compensation: Starting at $42/hour (commensurate with experience) Location: 100% On-Site License: Full IL license & PEL required Why E-Therapy?At E-Therapy, we are pioneers in delivering high-quality mental health services to schools and network of exceptional professionals. Join our mission to provide accessible, impactful mental health and support services to students nationwide. What We Offer:• Comprehensive clinical and administrative support• A collaborative, mission-driven team• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ emotional, social, and academic success Company Overview: At E-Therapy, we are pioneers in the field of special education, dedicated to delivering top-tier, clinical solutions to PreK-12 schools nationwide. Our mission is to empower schools with cutting-edge, clinical solutions through our advanced, technology-driven platform. By seamlessly connecting schools with our network of highly qualified, licensed clinicians, we offer a range of essential services that are both accessible and impactful. Position Overview: We are currently seeking a Social Worker with a Licensed Social Worker (LCSW) degree to join our dynamic team at E-Therapy. The successful candidate will play a vital role in providing social work services to students, families, and school staff, addressing social, emotional, and behavioral concerns to support students' overall well-being and academic success. Please don't miss out on the opportunity to work with E-therapy! We are interviewing this week for next school year opportunities so don’t miss your chance to be part of something extraordinary! For immediate consideration, please send your resume to [email protected] or Call 803-868-4570 #onsite

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program
Active state licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent (LMSW with supervision may be acceptable depending on state and district).
Experience providing clinical or school-based social work services to children and adolescents.
Strong clinical skills in assessment, counseling, and crisis response.
Knowledge of school systems, child development, and evidence-based interventions.
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including educators, psychologists, and administrators.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Familiarity with electronic recordkeeping systems.

Responsibilities

Conduct assessments of students’ mental health, social-emotional functioning, and behavioral needs in collaboration with teachers, parents, and other professionals.
Provide individual and group counseling services focused on issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, peer relationships, and family conflict.
Respond to crises within the school setting, including suicide risk assessments, child abuse reporting, and emergency mental health support.
Participate in the development and implementation of IEPs and 504 Plans, especially addressing emotional, behavioral, and social goals.
Serve as a liaison between school personnel, families, and community agencies to coordinate support and access to resources like mental health services, food assistance, or housing.
Develop and implement school-wide prevention programs and social-emotional learning (SEL) initiatives aimed at improving school climate and student well-being.
Provide consultation to teachers and school staff regarding behavioral strategies, trauma-informed care, and student mental health concerns.
Maintain detailed documentation of assessments, treatment plans, interventions, progress, and referrals in accordance with school policies and confidentiality guidelines