School Social Worker

The Invo-Progressus Team is currently seeking a full-time Licensed School Social Worker in Chicago, IL to provide services in a school setting. Make a difference in the lives of children and join the Invo-Progressus team today! Call 800-892-0640 today to speak with a dedicated Career Services Manager!

For more than twenty years, Invo-Progressus has been providing therapeutic services that create better outcomes for children. The Invo-Progressus team is comprised of some of the nation’s most talented and influential education and therapy leaders all of whom have a keen understanding of how to meet the unique needs of school districts, children and families and help them succeed. We are committed to helping children and families, school leaders and clinicians achieve success.

Best Practices. Best Careers. Best Outcomes for Children.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited University
• PEL
• Collaborative minded professional with strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Experience with IEPs and IEP meetings
• Experience working in school setting is required
• Assess student in terms of family history, socio-economic and cultural differences
• Observe students in classroom and/or during any event during the school day.
• Interview students as needed, as well as parents/guardians
• Observe special education students on an ongoing basis
• Participate in the social assessment of students as needed
• Evaluate student’s current social and academic adjustment and related factors within the home, community and school
• Consult with parents/guardians
• Maintain appropriate records
• Work in coordination with school personnel and parents to develop appropriate programs for eligible students
• Ability to effectively communicate with teachers, administrators, and parents
• Ensure all services are performed in accordance with state laws and regulations
• Perform other Social Work duties/responsibilities required by the Program and within the scope of licensure and/or certification

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with flexible pay options
• Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Plan for medical and dependent coverage
• Professional Liability Coverage
• Licensure reimbursement
• Annual Professional Development stipend
• Professional membership stipend
• 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with a discretionary company match
• Many More!

INVO is an equal opportunity employer and conducts all business activities (e.g., recruitment, hiring, assignment, conditions of employment, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, discipline and termination) without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state and local law.