Job: School Social Worker Position: School Social Worker Dates: ASAP - June 12th, 2025 Location: Chicago, IL 60642 Split role between two schools (within walking distance or a short drive from each other) Caseload: 20-25 students Salary: $58,000 – $68,000 / Hourly: $47.08 - $55.19 Schedule: + Monday, Wednesday, Friday: Lower School + Tuesday, Thursday: Upper School Position Overview: AnthroMed Education is seeking a compassionate, organized, and dedicated School Social Worker to join our team on a full-time basis to support students through June 2025. The role will be split between two schools, with responsibilities at both the Lower School (K-5) and Upper School (6-8). This position provides an opportunity to impact students' social-emotional well-being while collaborating with school staff, families, and external providers to ensure that all students receive the support they need to thrive. AnthroMed Education is a provider of Special Education services to schools across the Chicagoland area. When you work for AnthroMed you are introduced to an ever-growing community that will provide you with the resources, clinical support, and advocacy you need to make a difference in your student’s lives. We look forward to meeting you, sharing more about us, and learning more about your career goals! Key Responsibilities: + Caseload Management: Manage a caseload of 20-25 students, including conducting assessments, providing individual and group counseling, and developing intervention plans to address students' social-emotional and behavioral needs. + Special Education Support: Collaborate with the educational team to support a student with an IEP from out of state, including gathering data and ensuring appropriate services are provided. + Push-in and Pull-out Services: Provide direct support by pushing into the Social Science block in the mornings and pulling students out for targeted interventions. + Collaboration: Work closely with existing school social workers (K-5 and 6-8) and other staff to support students' emotional, academic, and behavioral development. + Crisis Intervention: Provide immediate support during crisis situations, ensuring that students' emotional needs are addressed promptly. + Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate and confidential records of student progress, interventions, and communication with families and external agencies. Qualifications: + Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) + PEL Licensure + Previous experience working with children and adolescents in a school setting preferred. + Strong knowledge of social-emotional development and evidence-based therapeutic interventions. + Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. + Strong organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail and confidentiality. + Familiarity with IEP processes and working with special education teams is a plus. Why AnthroMed?                       + AnthroMed Team Members who work 30+ hours per week are eligible for the full-time employee benefits offered by AnthroMed + Benefits begin the first of the month after start date. Benefits offered include: + + United HealthCare PPO with a $0 Payroll Deduction  + Dental Insurance (PPO or HMO) and Vision Insurance + Flex Spending Accounts (healthcare, dependent care, and pre-tax parking & transit) + 401(k) with 100% employer match up to first 3% employee contribution on day one! + 100% Employer sponsored Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance. (can also say $0 Payroll Deduction) + Employee Assistance Program + Optional supplemental coverages include: + Life Insurance, Critical Illness, and Accident Protection + Material Stipend: Receive a yearly stipend for materials + Full Reimbursement: Get 100% reimbursement for all Licensure dues + Free CEU’s and guest speaker series access   + Personalized Support: Receive 1:1 guidance from a Clinical Director #IND1   Powered by JazzHR