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School-Based Social Worker

Career LinksJoliet, ILApril 14th, 2026
School-Based Social Worker Location: School Districts Job Type: Full-Time Caseload: Approximately 20 students At Career Links, you’ll find everything that makes being a therapist, social worker, interpreter, psychologist, educator, or healthcare professional so appealing. Here, rewarding assignments, exciting locations and great perks come together to offer amazing opportunities to healthcare professionals. We take pride in successfully pairing the best healthcare professionals with top-notch facilities nationwide. Our commitment is to serve you with understanding, integrity, and professionalism. We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated School-Based Social Worker to join our middle school team. This position supports students’ academic, social-emotional, and behavioral success by providing direct services, consultation, and collaboration with school staff and families. The ideal candidate is student-centered, collaborative, and experienced in working with middle school-aged youth. Responsibilities Provide individual and group counseling to middle school students Manage a caseload of approximately 20 students Conduct social-emotional and behavioral assessments Develop and implement intervention plans aligned with IEPs and 504 plans Collaborate with teachers, administrators, families, and outside agencies Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings Provide crisis intervention and support as needed Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with state and district requirements Qualifications Required: Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) Required: Valid Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Social Work endorsement Experience working in a school setting preferred Experience with middle school students strongly preferred Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills Benefits Competitive salary commensurate with experience Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, and retirement) School calendar schedule Supportive school environment with manageable caseload Ongoing professional development opportunities