School Social Worker

School Social Worker Location: Dolton, IL Grade Level: Primarily Pre-K / Early Childhood (with potential elementary support) Start Date: January 5, 2027 Duration: Through June 2, 2027 Schedule: Full-Time | Onsite Daily schedule to be determined Salary Range: $58,000–$70,000 annually About the Opportunity AnthroMed Education is seeking a passionate and dedicated School Social Worker to support an early childhood educational program in Dolton, IL for the remainder of the 2026–2027 school year. This is a great opportunity for a Social Worker who loves working with young learners and is passionate about supporting students' social, emotional, and developmental needs. The position will primarily serve Pre-K students within an early childhood setting, with the potential to provide additional support to elementary-aged students as needed. Many students within the program have a diagnosis of Autism, and experience supporting non-verbal and minimally verbal students is strongly preferred. We're looking for someone who brings patience, flexibility, and a genuine passion for helping young learners build the foundational skills they need to thrive! What You'll Do Provide school-based social work services primarily to Pre-K students Support students with social, emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs Work with students who are non-verbal or minimally verbal Support students with Autism and other diverse learning needs Provide individual and group social work services based on student needs and IEP requirements Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, and school staff Help foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment Maintain appropriate documentation and participate in IEP-related responsibilities Potentially provide support to elementary-aged students as needed Caseload Details Primarily support students within an early childhood program Potential to assist with elementary-aged students Many students have a diagnosis of Autism Experience supporting non-verbal and minimally verbal students is strongly preferred Caseload size is still being finalized Preferred Experience Previous experience working with Pre-K or early childhood populations is required Experience supporting students with Autism Comfortable working with non-verbal and minimally verbal students Strong understanding of early childhood social, emotional, and behavioral development Ability to collaborate with educators and other related service providers Qualifications Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited program Active Illinois Social Worker License (LSW or LCSW, as applicable) Active Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) School Social Work License/Endorsement Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills Passion for supporting young learners and their families Why Join AnthroMed Education? Competitive annual salary of $58,000–$70,000 100% employer-paid medical insurance Dental and vision insurance 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 3% Paid parental leave and short-term disability Yearly materials stipend and licensure reimbursement Access to free CEUs and professional development resources 1:1 guidance and support from AnthroMed's Clinical team Weekly paychecks and a clinician-focused team invested in your success A supportive organization that puts clinicians first! Ready to Apply? We'd love to connect with you! If you're a School Social Worker who enjoys working with early childhood students and wants to make a meaningful impact during the second half of the school year, apply today! AnthroMed Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.