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Joliet, Illinois

Category: Schools

Contract - Full Time

Job ID: 862085

Work Setting: Healthcare

Contract Duration: 30 Weeks

 

Est. Pay: $1750 / Week

Posted Date: 10/25/2024

Joliet, Illinois

Work Setting: Healthcare

Category: Schools

Contract Duration: 30 Weeks

Contract - Full Time

Est. Pay: $1750 / Week

Job ID: 862085

Posted Date: 10/25/2024

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The Social Worker collaborates with the multidisciplinary team and provides input in the development of the IHP/IEP for students requiring social work intervention and support in the school setting.  

*PEL required

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Establishes a set of rules and procedures that are appropriate for therapeutic setting and are within the parameter of the full instructional program Designs and develops appropriate individualized service plans that are based on the IEP and supports the curriculum using diagnostic information from a variety of assessments and assessment processes Uses available and appropriate resources as a bridge to the instructional program Effectively transitions students from therapy to classroom and classroom to therapy Plans in collaboration with the educational team for the prevention and intervention of inappropriate behaviors, while maintaining the dignity of the student Engages student in providing positive feedback using effective reinforcement techniques Interacts effectively with (a) students, (b)family members, (c)educational team members, and (d) professionals outside the organization Knowledgeable about general development and the impact of the disability on the student and his/her family Utilizes community, state and national resources where necessary to promote the safety and welfare of students Collaborates with all assigned students and educational support staff as well as any assigned student teachers, interns, and volunteers working in the school for the welfare and safety of all students while in the classroom, on school grounds, during before and after-school activities Adheres to Amergis and District policies and procedures 

Minimum Requirements: 

Holds a Professional Educator License with School Social Worker (SSW) endorsement as required by state, contract and/or facility May be required to have MSW or LCSW per state, contract or facility Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice  Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency program when applicable  Current CPR if applicable  TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable  Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)  Must meet all federal, state and local requirements  Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site  Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements  Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required  Computer proficiency required  Must be at least 18 years of age  Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: Competitive pay & weekly paychecks Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) savings plan Awards and recognition programs  *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.  About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.   Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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