School Social Worker

Eleutheria • North Chicago, IL

2d • $45 - $50

About The Position

Point Quest Group is hiring a School Social Worker for the 2026–2027 school year in North Chicago, Illinois. The role pays $45–$50 per hour and supports students’ emotional well-being, social development, and access to resources. The School Social Worker provides direct counseling, connects families with community supports, and advocates for students facing challenges inside and outside the classroom.

The position involves working with students, families, school staff, and multidisciplinary teams to remove barriers to student success. The successful candidate leads with compassion, builds strong relationships, and supports students’ social, emotional, and behavioral needs. An Illinois Professional Educator License is required.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW).
• State licensure or certification as a School Social Worker, or eligibility to obtain it.
• Illinois Professional Educator License.
• Department of Justice/FBI background check or equivalent state or national fingerprint clearance.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent.
• Prior experience working in a K–12 school setting.
• Experience with crisis intervention, behavior management, and community-based resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling services to support students’ social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Conduct social-emotional and behavioral assessments and contribute findings to IEPs, 504 plans, and intervention strategies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement student support plans and behavior interventions.
• Liaise between the school, home, and community resources to support student success and family engagement.
• Respond to crisis situations, including conducting risk assessments and safety planning, and support students and staff during and after incidents.
• Maintain accurate, confidential documentation of services, case notes, and progress in accordance with legal and ethical standards.
• Provide consultation and training to school staff on trauma-informed practices, behavior management, and social-emotional learning.

Benefits

• CEU/license reimbursement and tuition assistance.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k).
• Paid sick leave, holidays, and vacation.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time