School Social Worker (2021-22 School Year)
- Employer
- Distinctive Schools
- Location
- Chicago, IL, US
- Salary
- Competitive
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- Job Category
- Support Staff, Social Worker / Pupil Personnel Worker
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Job Details
Position Title: School Social Worker
F.T.E: 1.0
Location: 3820 N Spaulding Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Reports To: School Director
Start Date: August 2021
The Mission of Distinctive Schools, an educational practice leader committed to social justice and the elevation of access and achievement in historically marginalized communities, is to support each child in becoming an engaged and curious learner, a confident self-advocate, and a creative problem-solver by setting high expectations and nurturing a positive culture that honors diversity, collaboration, and optimism.
Position Description:
A Distinctive Schools School Social Worker collaborates with school teams to provide individual and small group counseling services and life skills development in support of students' social and emotional well-being. This person will:
Requirements:
Why Join the Distinctive Schools Team:
Distinctive Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.
F.T.E: 1.0
Location: 3820 N Spaulding Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Reports To: School Director
Start Date: August 2021
The Mission of Distinctive Schools, an educational practice leader committed to social justice and the elevation of access and achievement in historically marginalized communities, is to support each child in becoming an engaged and curious learner, a confident self-advocate, and a creative problem-solver by setting high expectations and nurturing a positive culture that honors diversity, collaboration, and optimism.
Position Description:
A Distinctive Schools School Social Worker collaborates with school teams to provide individual and small group counseling services and life skills development in support of students' social and emotional well-being. This person will:
- Work with school administration and teachers to develop, support, and monitor the implementation of formal and informal behavior plans
- Observe general education and special education students in the classroom to assist the teacher with behavioral or emotional interventions and recommend strategies to support student social development
- Maintain professionally written records for all students including assessment protocols, treatment plans, session notes, progress reports and correspondence
- Attend all IEP meetings and communicate treatment plans to key stakeholders
Requirements:
- Master's Degree in Social Work
- School Social Work License/Endorsement
Why Join the Distinctive Schools Team:
- We are a collaborative team of professionals supporting each other to instill a love of learning in our students
- We empower students, families and staff to contribute to our mission in a meaningful way
- Distinctive Schools was named one of Crain's 2021 Best Places to Work in Chicago; culture is at the heart of what we do
- We make an impact in our communities by serving some of the most historically marginalized in the city
- We offer a great benefits package for full time employees (Medical; Dental; Vision; PTO; 403b match, discounted gym membership, tuition reimbursement options, referral bonus)
Distinctive Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.
Company
Distinctive Schools operates high-performing public charter schools in Chicago and Metro-Detroit. Our mission is to support each child in becoming an engaged and curious learner, a confident self-advocate, and a creative problem-solver by setting high expectations and nurturing a positive culture that honors diversity, collaboration, and optimism.
Company info
- Location
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910 W. Van Buren St. #315
Chicago
IL
60607
US
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