School Social Worker

Position Details Position: Full-Time School Social Worker Grade Levels: K–12 (Caseload to Be Determined) Setting: Onsite Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–3:30 PM Lunch: 30-minute unpaid lunch Weekly Hours: 35 hours per week School Year Dates: August 17, 2026 – May 27, 2027 About the Role This position supports students with low-incidence disabilities, with a primary focus on students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you\'ll help students develop the social, emotional, and behavioral skills needed to succeed both in and outside of the classroom. Caseload assignments will be determined collaboratively, and the ideal candidate is flexible and comfortable working with students across the K–12 age range. Responsibilities Provide individual and group social work services to students with autism and other low-incidence disabilities Conduct social developmental assessments and contribute to special education evaluations Participate in IEP meetings and develop social-emotional goals and interventions Collaborate with teachers, psychologists, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, behavior specialists, and families Support students with emotional regulation, social skills, behavioral challenges, and crisis intervention when needed Connect families with school and community resources Maintain timely and accurate documentation in accordance with state and district requirements Qualifications Active Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Social Worker endorsement required Previous school-based experience preferred Experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder or other low-incidence disabilities is preferred Strong collaboration, communication, and relationship-building skills Passion for supporting students with diverse learning and behavioral needs Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary ranging from $60,000–$72,000 Comprehensive benefits package available Consistent 35-hour work week with a school-year schedule Collaborative multidisciplinary team environment Ongoing professional development and support from the AnthroMed team Why Join AnthroMed? At AnthroMed Education, we believe that exceptional student outcomes begin with exceptional clinician support. We provide ongoing mentorship, advocacy, and professional resources so you can focus on building meaningful relationships and helping students thrive. If you\'re a dedicated School Social Worker looking to make a lasting impact in the lives of students with autism and other complex learning needs, we\'d love to connect with you! #J-18808-Ljbffr