School Social Worker - Rossville
About The Position
Apply now to join our therapeutic day school team that empowers students with social/emotional and behavioral challenges to have successful experiences in school, at home and in the community. The school is seeking an innovative, creative and enthusiastic licensed Social Worker or Counselor to join our team. The school social worker plans, prepares, and provides counseling to students weekly and as specified on the IEP or program requirements. Solid counseling and excellent written and oral communication skills are required. This role also requires someone who is able to work under pressure and meet deadlines; maintain confidentiality; and prioritize multiple responsibilities while working cooperatively with other members of the treatment team. Candidates must possess a Masters in Social Work with an Illinois School Social Work License, LCSW, LSW, LCPC or LPC. Additionally, a minimum of three years experience working with students with emotional/behavioral disabilities in a therapeutic day treatment school preferred. We offer outstanding benefits and opportunities for professional growth and personal fulfillment. Salary is based on the candidate’s education and experience. We are committed to the values of spirituality, teamwork, integrity and respect. Prospective employees will be required to submit to a pre-employment physical and background check.
Requirements
- Masters in Social Work with an Illinois School Social Work License, LCSW, LSW, LCPC or LPC
- Solid counseling skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
Nice To Haves
- minimum of three years experience working with students with emotional/behavioral disabilities in a therapeutic day treatment school preferred
Responsibilities
- plans, prepares, and provides counseling to students weekly and as specified on the IEP or program requirements
- work under pressure and meet deadlines
- maintain confidentiality
- prioritize multiple responsibilities while working cooperatively with other members of the treatment team
Benefits
- outstanding benefits
- opportunities for professional growth
- personal fulfillment
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Job Type
Full-time
