School Social Worker

Job Description

Job Description

School Social Worker

Location : South Holland, IL (60628)

Grade Level : 4th & 5th Grade

Start Date : October 20, 2025

Schedule : 8 : 15 a.m. – 3 : 15 p.m.

Salary Range : $58,000 – $65,000 (based on experience and qualifications)

About the Opportunity

AnthroMed Education is excited to partner with a supportive and community-focused elementary school in the south suburbs to welcome a School Social Worker to their team. This is a full-time, onsite, long-term position serving 4th and 5th-grade students in a collaborative and student-centered environment.

This district follows a balanced school-year calendar, offering more frequent breaks throughout the year. During these intersessions, team members can choose to participate in additional compensated work time.

You’ll join a collaborative environment where social workers, school counselors, SLPs, and nurses work together to support students’ social-emotional development. With an existing team of 11 AnthroMed clinicians in the district, you’ll have a strong professional network and consistent support from our clinical leadership team.

What You’ll Do

Provide social-emotional and behavioral support to students in grades 4–5

Deliver services to both general education and IEP students

Conduct assessments, develop goals, and participate in IEP meetings

Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to support student success

Implement interventions and promote positive behavior and emotional regulation

Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with district and state guidelines

Caseload Details

Caseload : TBD (mix of IEP and general education students)

School size : Approximately 287 students

99% of students are from lower socioeconomic backgrounds (SES)

Dedicated office space provided

Qualifications

Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Social Work (SW) endorsement required

Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited program

Strong collaboration and communication skills

Passion for supporting students’ emotional and social well-being

Why Join AnthroMed Education?

Full medical, dental, and vision insurance through UnitedHealthcare (Medical PPO with $0 payroll deduction)

401(k) with 100% employer match up to 3% (starting Day 1)

Paid parental leave and short-term disability (100% employer-sponsored)

Yearly materials stipend and full licensure reimbursement

Access to therapy materials, CEU resources, and guest speaker series

Bi-weekly team meetings and peer support

1 : 1 guidance and ongoing mentorship from a Clinical Director

Weekly salary paid over 52 weeks (includes holidays, breaks, and PTO)

A collaborative, responsive culture focused on clinician success

Ready to Apply?

We’d love to connect! Apply directly through Indeed or reach out to learn more about this opportunity.

AnthroMed Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visit www.AnthroMed.education to learn more about how AnthroMed supports School Social Workers across Illinois.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, height, weight, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran, or military status.

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