What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Social Worker position at Jewish Child & Family Services?
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Description
Through a holistic approach, the Knapp Therapeutic Day School creates an inclusive therapeutic learning community centered around empowering student to reach their full potential.
Position Description:
The School Social Worker provides direct clinical services to students. This person will:
- Performs the full range of clinical duties, including the gathering and analysis of data, formulation of assessment and treatment plans, and implementation of the treatment for routine and complex cases.
- Performs record keeping functions and other administrative duties as required by the Agency including written treatment documentation within the required time frames.
- Functions as the IEP case manager, writes all applicable sections of the IEP, and facilitates IEP meetings.
Requirements:
- Master’s Degree in Social Work
- IL PEL with social work endorsement
- 2 years of social work experience in a school setting
Why Join the JCFS Team:
- Our work is driven by compassion and a desire to improve the world
- We ensure staff receive high quality training, knowledge, and the resources to succeed
- We offer a great benefits package (Medical; Dental; Vision; Paid sick and vacation time; discounted gym membership, tuition reimbursement options)
JCFS Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. JCFS Chicago provides a reasonable accommodation to those who need assistance in completing this application. JCFS Chicago is committed to serving the needs of the diverse Chicago metropolitan area. Accredited by COA, Charter member of CWLA, licensed by DCFS.
New hires need to be fully vaccinated with 1 or 2 doses and booster, and provide their card upon hire OR begin receiving the booster within 2 weeks of being hired and participate in weekly COVID testing until fully vaccinated OR provide documentation for an ADA or religious exemption and participate in weekly COVID testing.
Job Type: Full-time