Social Worker

5 days ago


Berwyn, Illinois, United States Ombudsman Educational Services Full time
Job Title: School Social Worker

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated School Social Worker to join our team at Ombudsman Educational Services. As a School Social Worker, you will play a critical role in helping students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide individual and group counseling sessions to address interpersonal or family issues that interfere with school performance.
  • Maintain all required paperwork, including communication logs and notes regarding services provided to students.
  • Conduct interviews with students, family members, and school personnel to gather information required to assess student social, emotional, and behavioral adjustment to school and the community.
  • Maintain regular contact with students' parents/guardians to inform them of student progress, areas of difficulty, and any changes or situations in home life that may affect school performance.
  • Develop and update Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) as needed, in adherence to company, school, state, and federal regulations and procedures.
  • Attend and participate in IEP team meetings, facilitating as needed.
  • Actively participate in other team meetings to address specific student and parent concerns.
  • Collaborate with education and social services professionals to develop appropriate agency services for students and their families.
  • Provide case management functions for students, including coordination of parent meetings, emergency transportation requests, and coordination with therapists outside the school setting.
  • Collaborate and consult with teachers, parents/guardians, district personnel, and service providers to find effective solutions to learning and behavior problems, while establishing and maintaining effective public relations and projecting a positive company image.
  • Ensure the use of positive social skill teaching methods by conducting monthly direct observation of classroom staff's implementation of IEP goals and/or BIPs/Treatment Plans.
  • Provide guidance, consultation, and assistance to teachers in the development of classroom schedules, maintenance of student data systems, and facilitation of student transition plans to assure appropriate schedules and services based on each student's IEP and/or other applicable goals.
  • Assess student progress through consistent review of classroom data collection and recording systems and provide applicable training and guidance to classroom staff accordingly in addressing student behavioral needs.
  • Conduct crisis assessments and contact the appropriate authorities if needed to ensure emergency intervention is provided to students.
  • Keep up to date with research-based practices and developments in the subject area.
  • Respond constructively to formal and informal feedback.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
  • Masters degree or higher in social work or a closely related field.
  • Meet all state and district licensing and/or credential requirements.
  • Prior experience working as a social worker in an education and/or classroom setting.
  • Prior experience working in an alternative or special education program setting highly preferred.
  • Highly skilled in working with staff and students with diverse needs at various levels.
  • Advanced oral and written communication, instruction, curriculum, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem-solving, and decision-making ability.
  • Knowledge of relevant technology, including experience with computers, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry, and basic office equipment.

Ombudsman Educational Services is a division of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, the nation's leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. We have helped change the direction of over 240,000 student lives in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide.

As a member of the ChanceLight family, you will be provided with the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching personal and professional fulfillment.

Additional Perks and Benefits Include:

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
  • Virtual Medical Visits
  • Health Savings Account
  • Paid Time Off
  • School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
  • Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
  • 401k Options
  • Legal Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Opportunities for Growth & Development
  • And So Much More

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