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Social Worker School Counselor
Duties
Provide individual and group counseling sessions to students experiencing emotional, social, or behavioral challenges. Assess students emotional, social, and behavioral needs through observation, interviews, and standardized tools. Develop and implement individualized IEP goals for students with social-emotional concerns or behavioral difficulties. Collaborate with teachers and staff to identify students who may require additional support. Provide immediate support and intervention for students experiencing acute emotional distress, trauma, or other crises. Work closely with teachers, administrators, and other school staff to promote a positive and supportive school environment. Participate in team IEP meetings to address student needs and develop strategies for managing challenging behaviors or academic concerns. Maintain regular communication with parents/guardians regarding their childs progress, behavioral issues, and emotional well-being. Provide resources, referrals, and guidance to families for support outside of school, including mental health services, community programs, and parenting strategies. Teach students about social-emotional learning (SEL) concepts, such as empathy, teamwork, resilience, and self-regulation. Maintain accurate and confidential records of counseling sessions, assessments, and interventions. Document and track student progress, communicating updates to parents, teachers, and administrators as necessary. Act as District Homeless Liaison per McKinney-Vento Act.
Qualifications
Education: • A degree in Social Work, MSW, or School Counseling from an accredited university.
Licensing: • Professional Educator License (PEL) along with proper Illinois endorsement.
Skills
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to collaborate with diverse groups, including students, parents/guardians, teachers, and community agencies. • Knowledge of child development, mental health disorders, crisis intervention, and social-emotional learning practices.
Salary and Benefits
Salary and benefits commensurate with education and experience per teachers contract and are available on our website.
Job Purpose
To provide counseling support and intervention to students addressing mental health needs, behavioral issues, and social-emotional development. The social worker/school counselor works to improve the academic and personal well-being of students while also supporting staff, families, and the school community.
How to Apply
Complete an application at www.indiancreekschools.org. Please contact Matthew Swanson, Director of Special Education, with questions.
Phone: 815-824-8257 Email: matthew.swanson@ictwolves.com Link to District: https://www.indiancreekschools.org Third Party Online Application Web Page: https://www.indiancreekschools.org Email Address: matthew.swanson@ictwolves.com School District: https://www.indiancreekschools.org Position Website: https://www.indiancreekschools.org ILearn Link: ILearn Report Card Link: District Report Card Job Posting Date: 02/26/2026 Start Date: NA Share Print «Back to Search Results