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School Counselor/Social Worker
Career Insights for Family / School / General Social Worker
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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
- Serve as a liaison between school, client, home, and community mental
- Conduct mental health counseling services
- Consult with teachers, administrators, and other staff regarding social, emotional, and behavioral Consult and collaborate with staff and parents about prevention, early interventions, and community resources and outside therapies Assist with referral and/or maintaining communication with community or private agencies for further evaluation, treatment, or services when needed Serve as a contributing member on building and district level teams (i.