SCHOOL COUNSELOR/SOCIAL WORKER/CASE MANAGER

School Counselor/Social Worker and Case Manager

School District 170 Chicago Heights, Illinois

Reports To: Principal(s), Assistant Superintendent of Special Education and Special Services, and other designated administrators

Terms Of Employment: In accordance with the collective bargaining agreement between the Board of Education of School District 170 and AFT Local 604

Pension: Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)

Salary Range: $49,144-$55,663; commensurate with experience. Additional stipends of ($5500) and ($3500)

Job Goal: To provide comprehensive counseling, social-emotional support, and case management services to students, while coordinating special education processes and serving as a liaison among school, home, and community agencies to support student achievement and well-being.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Social Worker and/or School Counselor endorsement required
• Knowledge of special education laws and regulations, including IDEA and Illinois School Code
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, families, and outside agencies
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Performance Responsibilities

A. Student Support Services

• Provide individual and group counseling to address students' social, emotional, and behavioral needs
• Conduct student observations, assessments, and social developmental studies as part of evaluation processes
• Assist in identifying student needs and developing appropriate interventions and supports
• Support development of Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP), and transition plans
• Provide parent education and support related to student needs

B. Case Management and Special Education Coordination

• Coordinate and facilitate all aspects of the special education process, including referrals, evaluations, eligibility, IEP meetings, and annual reviews
• Ensure compliance with state and federal timelines, procedures, and documentation requirements
• Schedule and organize meetings, ensuring appropriate staff participation and required documentation
• Coordinate the collection and review of evaluation data and reports
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records and case files
• Serve as liaison between the school, families, and outside agencies regarding student services
• Coordinate out-of-district placements and related processes as assigned

C. Consultation and Collaboration

• Serve as a resource to teachers, administrators, and support staff regarding student needs and interventions
• Participate in MTSS and problem-solving teams
• Collaborate with staff on behavior management strategies and student supports
• Provide professional development and training as needed
• Assist in identifying service gaps and developing additional supports

D. Family and Community Engagement

• Serve as liaison between school, home, and community agencies
• Facilitate access to community resources and services for students and families
• Assist with referrals to outside agencies and service providers
• Support follow-up related to attendance concerns and crisis situations

E. Compliance and Documentation

• Develop and contribute to Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Maintain service logs, documentation, and reports in accordance with district and regulatory requirements
• Support Medicaid billing processes as applicable
• Maintain records of referrals, evaluations, and service delivery

F. Other Duties

• Participate in crisis intervention and emergency response as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by administration