School Social Worker (K-4)

School Social Worker

About the Role

AnthroMed Education is seeking a compassionate and dedicated School Social Worker to support elementary students in a school setting in North Chicago, IL. This is a full-time, onsite opportunity supporting students in Kindergarten through 4th grade.

You'll join a welcoming school community with another social worker in the building, providing opportunities for collaboration and support. With a caseload of approximately 25 students, you'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a lasting impact on students' social, emotional, and academic development.

Position Details:

• Location: North Chicago, IL

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 8:00 AM–3:30 PM

• Hours: 35 hours per week

• Caseload: Approximately 25 students

• Grade Levels: Kindergarten–4th Grade

• Compensation: $60,000–$75,000 annualized salary, prorated based on contract duration

What You'll Do

• Provide individual and group counseling services to elementary students.

• Support students with social, emotional, behavioral, and academic needs.

• Conduct social-emotional assessments and assist with developing appropriate intervention plans.

• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, families, and related service providers to support student success.

• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to the development and implementation of student goals.

• Maintain accurate documentation, progress reports, and service records.

• Work collaboratively with another school social worker to provide comprehensive student support.

What You'll Need

• Professional Educator License (PEL) with the appropriate School Social Worker endorsement.

• Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited program.

• Experience working with elementary-aged students preferred.

• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

• A passion for supporting students' social-emotional growth and overall well-being.

What AnthroMed Offers

• Competitive weekly pay with direct deposit.

• Healthcare benefits with no employee premium deductions.

• 401(k) with a 3% employer match.

• Paid time off.

• Professional development opportunities, including our guest speaker series and free CEU opportunities.

• Annual materials stipend to support your work with students.

• License reimbursement.

• Dedicated support from an AnthroMed team that understands school-based therapy and related services.

• A collaborative community of school-based professionals who are here to support you throughout your assignment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AnthroMed Education is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.