School Social Worker

Job Description

Job Description

School Social Worker

Location : Palos Heights, IL

Grade Levels : 1st–3rd Grade

Start Date : January 5th, 2026

Schedule : Full-Time | Onsite | 30 hours / week (8 : 15 AM–2 : 50 PM, 30-minute lunch)

Salary Range : $58,000-$65,000

About the Opportunity

AnthroMed Education is excited to welcome a full-time School Social Worker to join a collaborative elementary team for the second half of the 2025–2026 school year. This position offers the chance to support young learners in a positive, student-centered environment with strong district-wide social work collaboration. With a manageable caseload, dedicated office space, and access to behavioral supports, this is an excellent opportunity for a clinician who enjoys working with early elementary students.

What You’ll Do

Support 1st–3rd grade students through direct social-emotional services

Manage a caseload of 25 students with varying needs

Participate in IEP and 504 meetings using the EasyIEP system

Provide individual and group counseling

Respond to student needs through crisis intervention

Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and a team of Social Workers

Partner with BCBA, RBI staff, and families to promote positive outcomes

Complete documentation in a timely and compliant manner

Caseload Snapshot

Caseload of 25 students

Includes two students with higher-level needs

Building is not typically high-needs overall

Access to BCBA and RBI support

Highly collaborative social work team

Dedicated private office space

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Social Work endorsement

Strong communication, collaboration, and crisis-response skills

Why Join AnthroMed Education

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

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

Paid parental leave & employer-sponsored short-term disability

Annual material stipend & full licensure reimbursement

Access to therapy materials, CEUs, and professional development

Bi-weekly team meetings & peer support

1 : 1 guidance from a Clinical Director

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

Supportive, responsive culture centered on clinician success

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