Field Social Worker (remote)
IEP Therapy
Mchenry County, Illinois, US
About the Role
School Social Worker | 26/27 School Year | $44-$48/hour | Full-Time | Algonquin, IL | PEL Required
As a School Social Worker with Point Quest Group, you'll play a vital role in supporting students’ emotional well-being, social development, and access to resources that help them thrive in school and beyond. From providing direct counseling services to connecting families with community supports, you'll be a trusted advocate for students facing challenges both inside and outside the classroom. CEU/license reimbursement and tuition assistance
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
• Paid sick leave, holidays, and vacation
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement student support plans and behavior interventions
· Serve as a liaison between school, home, and community resources to support student success and family engagement
· Respond to crisis situations, including risk assessments and safety planning, while supporting students and staff during and after incidents
· Maintain accurate, confidential documentation of services, case notes, and progress in compliance with legal and ethical standards
· Provide consultation and training to school staff on topics such as trauma-informed practices, behavior management, and social-emotional learning
Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)
• State licensure or certification as a School Social Worker (or eligibility to obtain)
• Department of Justice/FBI Background Check (or equivalent state or national fingerprint clearance)
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent
• Prior experience working in a K–12 school setting
• Experience with crisis intervention, behavior management, and community-based resources
Point Quest Group is a leading national provider of special education services, partnering with 350+ school districts to help students with unique needs thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Through in-district services, therapeutic day schools, and specialized staffing, we deliver the personalized support every student needs — and deserves — to succeed.
Point Quest is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law.
Qualifications
- MSW
- LCSW or equivalent
- K-12 school social work
Benefits
CEU/license reimbursement
tuition assistance
Required Skills
School Social Worker
trauma-informed practices
case management
crisis intervention
collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
Keywords
remote
education
social work
K-12
counseling
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