Position: School Social Worker - Early Childhood
Location: Romeoville, IL - 60446 
Dates: Full-Time, (ASAP through May 28th, 2025) 
Hours: 8:35 AM - 3:45 PM
Caseload: Early Childhood Students


AnthroMed is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and experienced School Social Worker to join our team!! This is a temporary position beginning ASAP until May 28th, 2025. This Social Worker will work closely with young children, teachers, and families, providing consultative support and contributing to play-based assessments.  This school is a vibrant learning community dedicated to fostering the academic, social, and emotional growth of young children. Our team is passionate about supporting early learners in a nurturing, play-based environment. We pride ourselves on our strong team dynamics, including a dual-language program, supportive paraprofessionals, and a collaborative SPED team.

Key Responsibilities:
- Provide social work support for early childhood students through consultative services, collaborating with teachers to address social-emotional needs and behaviors.
- Support play-based assessments, working with students in a variety of developmental contexts.
- Work collaboratively with the school’s dual-language program and paraprofessionals to ensure the success of all students.
- Support a portion of the classrooms, in coordination with the school psychologist and another social worker.
- Assist with the development of individualized interventions and programs based on student needs.

Caseload Information:
- The social worker position does not have a formal caseload, as the majority of students receive consultative services. However, the social worker will collaborate closely with teachers and staff to monitor and support students’ social-emotional development.
- Another social worker is already on staff, and responsibilities are shared in the building.

Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)
- Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with an endorsement in school social work or eligibility to obtain one.

Why Join AnthroMed?Comprehensive Health Insurance: Enjoy a PPO Health Insurance plan with premiums 100% covered by usPersonalized Support: Receive 1:1 guidance from our Social Work Clinical Director and she provides LCSW training at no charge.Resource Access: Utilize our extensive Social Work resource bankFull Reimbursement: Get 100% reimbursement for all Licensure duesMaterial Stipend: Receive a yearly stipend for materialsFree CEU’s and guest speaker series access 401K Match: Enjoy a 401K plan with a 3% match starting on day one#IND1