School social Worker-Tri County Connections Academy

Tri County Special Education • Bloomington, IL

6h

About The Position

School Social Worker – Tri County Connections Academy The School & Our Approach TriCounty Connections Academy is a therapeutic day school for students with complex social-emotional and behavioral needs. Our model is clinical and educational, grounded in trauma-informed care and restorative practices . We are committed to treating the whole child by connecting school, family, and community systems. Key Qualities We Seek We seek a School Social Worker who is: Systemically-minded and Relational: Prioritizes strong relationships and understands that student well-being is inseparable from family and community. Trauma-informed and a Deep Listener: Approaches intervention with "What happened to them?" and is focused on system communication, not deficits. Committed to Mental Health and Resource Navigation: Provides direct, evidence-based mental health support and connects families to essential community resources. Calm and Consistent in Crisis: Maintains a regulated presence during de-escalation and safety planning. An Expert Connector: Excels at bridging home, school, and community systems for a cohesive wrap-around service plan. Why This Role Matters You will be the vital link to transform a student's trajectory through social work support, family advocacy, and systemic change. This is profoundly meaningful work focused on deep understanding and unwavering belief in the human capacity to heal.

Requirements

• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Social Worker endorsement.
• Demonstrated commitment to trauma-informed, restorative, and relationship-based practices.
• Expertise in family systems theory, community resource navigation, and the development of Positive Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Willingness and physical ability to participate in a district-provided crisis management training program; team lift 100 lbs and push/pull 75lbs

Responsibilities

• Clinical Intervention: Provide evidence-based individual, group, and family counseling focused on emotional regulation and coping skills.
• Conduct social-emotional and Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), and participate in crisis response and safety planning.
• Systemic Consultation & Liaison: Serve as the primary liaison between the school, families, and community agencies.
• Lead reflective case consultations for staff and facilitate professional development in areas like trauma-informed care and restorative practices.
• Collaboration: Work interdependently with all team members, lead with humility, and communicate proactively with families, honoring their expertise.
• Practice: Approach all assessment and intervention through a trauma-informed lens.
• Implement restorative practices to prioritize repair and accountability over exclusionary discipline.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed