School Social Worker

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    Per Faculty Senate collective bargaining agreement, initial placement on the salary schedule between BA and MA+60 depending on the educational level, and Step 1 and 5 depending on experience. Conduct social developmental studies (SDS), functional behavioral assessments (FBAs), and contribute to behavior intervention plans (BIPs).

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    LocationRiver Forest, IL

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    Duties

    • Provide individual and group counseling to students in conjunction with tiered levels of service
    • Deliver crisis intervention, risk assessment, and safety planning (including suicide risk assessments as appropriate).
    • Conduct social developmental studies (SDS), functional behavioral assessments (FBAs), and contribute to behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
    • Develop and implement evidence-based interventions to improve student engagement, behavior, and coping skills.
    • Participate in IEP, 504, and MTSS/problem-solving teams.
    • Case management for 504 plans.
    • Support implementation of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) for behavior and SEL.
    • Progress monitor student goals and maintain required documentation.
    • Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and related service providers to support student success.
    • Provide consultation to staff on trauma-informed practices, behavior management, and social-emotional supports.
    • Support co-development of interventions within general education and special education settings.
    • Provide consultation to staff on social-emotional and behavioral strategies.
    • Facilitate social skills groups, classroom lessons, and SEL supports.
    • Partner with families and serve as a liaison to community resources.
    • Work collaboratively with 6 additional members on a Student Services Team (SST).
    • Support school-wide initiatives related to mental health, attendance, and school climate.
    • Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical and educational records.

    Qualifications

    • Masters Degree in Social Work required
    • Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Social Worker endorsement
    • Minimum of 3 years of experience working with adolescents preferred
    • Experience with special education processes, evaluations, and compliance
    • Strong skills in collaboration, communication, and problem-solving
    • Knowledge of evidence-based social-emotional and behavioral interventions

    Salary/Benefits

    Per Faculty Senate collective bargaining agreement, initial placement on the salary schedule between BA and MA+60 depending on the educational level, and Step 1 and 5 depending on experience.

    Includes full benefits package. Please click here for more information regarding salary and benefits

    School District

    https://www.oprfhs.org

    Position Website

    https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/1983/opening/169733

    City Website

    https://www.oak-park.us/Home

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    ILearn

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    District Report Card

    Job Posting Date

    5/13/2026

    Application Deadline

    5/26/2026

    Start Date

    8/20/2026

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    District Name Oak Park and River Forest #200 Building Name Address 201 N SCOVILLE

    OAK PARK, IL 60302 Phone (708)434-3211 Fax (708)434-3917 IASA Region Cook West County Cook (West) County Employment Type Full-time permanent Job Category School Social Worker Grade Level Secondary

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