School Social Worker - SSW 26-00254


Healthcare – IL – Chicago, IL
Chicago, Illinois
Locations: Chicago, Berwyn, Bridgeview, Elmhurst
Posted On: January 08, 2026
Last Day to Apply: January 22, 2026
Pay: $47.00 per hour

Job Title: School Social Worker

Location: Chicago, Illinois 
Assignment Type: Contract
Duration: 20 Weeks

Schedule & Shift

  • Shift Type: Day Shift

  • Schedule: 5 days per week

  • Shift Hours: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

  • Hours per Day: 7.5

  • Total Hours per Week: 37.5

Position Overview

A school-based organization is seeking a School Social Worker to support students, families, and staff by providing comprehensive social-emotional and behavioral services. The role focuses on fostering student success through intervention, advocacy, and collaboration within an educational setting.

Responsibilities

  • Provide individual and group counseling to students

  • Assess social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students

  • Develop and implement intervention and support plans

  • Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and support staff

  • Communicate with families and caregivers regarding student progress

  • Connect students and families with community resources

  • Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and school initiatives

  • Maintain accurate documentation and comply with confidentiality standards

Required Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) or related field

  • Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Social Worker endorsement

  • Experience working in a school or educational setting preferred

  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

For more details reach at sthakur@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 732 791 4807

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.

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