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Delta-T Group Inc.
School Social Worker - Up to $60 hr.
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What they do
A Family, School, or General Social Worker provides specialized assistance to vulnerable families and children. Intervenes in crisis situations; evaluates individual and family needs, helps clients get access to health care, mental health care or social services such as housing assistance. Advocates for clients and provides follow up visits. May work with teachers, parents and school administrators to help students improve academically and deal with social issues such as bullying.
$68,965 / year median in Illinois
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Location:
Bannockburn, IL 60015Date Posted:
08/11/2026Category:
Education K12Education:
Bachelors DegreeSUMMARY OF CLIENT'S DESCRIPTION OF THIS OPPORTUNITY
Our client is seeking a compassionate and collaborative Licensed School Social Worker to support students with diverse learning, behavioral, emotional, and developmental needs during the Extended School Year (ESY) program. The ideal candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide therapeutic, behavioral, and social-emotional support that promotes student success in a structured and nurturing educational environmentCLIENT'S HOURLY RATE
Independent Contractors can earn up to $ 60 per hour depending on their qualifications, availability, and skills.CLIENT'S LOCATION
Our client is located in Bannockburn, IL.DESCRIPTION OF CLIENT'S DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide direct social work services to students in accordance with IEP goals and ESY programming
- Facilitate individual and small group social-emotional support sessions
- Support students with emotional regulation, coping strategies, peer interactions, and behavioral needs
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, administrators, and families to support student progress
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and assist with behavior intervention planning
- Maintain accurate service documentation and progress monitoring records
- Provide crisis intervention and support as needed
- Assist in creating a positive, structured, and supportive learning environment
- Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student needs and progress
CLIENT'S REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Experience in therapeutic day school, special education.
- Familiarity with autism spectrum disorders, emotional disabilities, developmental delays, and behavioral interventions
- Experience providing school-based counseling and crisis support Required Credentials
- Current Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Social Worker endorsement required
- Experience working with children and adolescents with special needs preferred
- Knowledge of IEP processes, behavior supports, and trauma-informed practices
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary educational team
DTG ADVANTAGES
- Establish a relationship with one of the nation's largest referral agencies for behavioral-health.
- Payments processed weekly.
- Increase or decrease your schedule at your discretion: choose opportunities that best fit your schedule.
- Ability to grow professionally.