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ROE #21-SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER-Project ECHO Alternative School and STARQuest Academy Regional Safe School
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Duties
The School Social Worker will provide comprehensive social work services that support the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional success of students in an alternative learning environment. Responsibilities include:
Build positive, trusting relationships with students, families, educators, administrators, and community partners to remove barriers to student success.
Conduct assessments, evaluations, and diagnostic examinations to identify students'' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs and develop appropriate interventions.
Provide individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and case management services that promote student growth, resilience, and well-being.
Develop, implement, and monitor student intervention, behavior management, and support plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Connect students and families with school and community resources while serving as a liaison with outside agencies, organizations, and state and federal entities, as appropriate.
Organize and facilitate parent meetings, workshops, and other family engagement opportunities.
Maintain accurate, confidential student records and documentation in accordance with professional, ethical, and legal standards.
Utilize technology and data systems to support service delivery, monitor student progress, and maintain required documentation.
Effectively manage multiple priorities while contributing to a collaborative, student-centered culture focused on continuous improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission of the Regional Office of Education #21.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess:
A valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Social Worker endorsement; or
A Master''s Degree in Social Work (MSW) with current Illinois licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
Experience working with at-risk youth, alternative education programs, or students with diverse academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.
Knowledge of trauma-informed practices, restorative approaches, and multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS).
Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to exercise sound professional judgment, maintain confidentiality, and collaborate effectively with students, families, staff, and community partners.
A commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment while helping students overcome barriers to academic and personal success.
Salary/Benefits
This is a 10-month position offering a salary of $45,000-$55,000, commensurate with experience. In addition to the competitive salary, we provide a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include health, dental, and retirement.
Additional Notes
Offers of employment will be made contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, and criminal background check, Candidates who refuse to submit to employment requirements will be disqualified from the hiring process.
How to Apply
Mail or email cover letter, resume, transcripts, (3) professional references, and the ROE 21 Employment Application to Ms. Lorie LeQuatte, Regional Superintendent of Schools, 502 West Jackson Street, Marion, IL 62959, llequatte@roe21.org . The ROE 21 Employment Application can be found here: https://www.roe21.org/jobs/.
Only complete applications will be considered. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Email Address
llequatte@roe21.org
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Johnston City
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Job Posting Date
7/23/2026
Application Deadline
8/31/2026
Start Date
8/3/2020
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District Name FJMW ROE #21 Building Name Project ECHO Alternative School and STARQuest Academy Regional Safe School Address 17428 Rt. 37 / P.O. Box 238
Johnston City, IL 62951 Phone (618) 998-1283 Fax (618) 998-9226 IASA Region Shawnee County Williamson Employment Type Full-time permanent Job Category School Social Worker Grade Level Other
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