What are the responsibilities and job description for the (2) Social Worker - BSST (Barrington Student Success Team) position at Barrington 220 School District?
TITLE: BARRINGTON STUDENT SUCCESS TEAM SOCIAL WORKER
Qualifications & Requirements
The Barrington Student Success Team Social Worker will provide comprehensive social-emotional, mental health, and behavioral support to students from early childhood through post-secondary. This position will serve as a key member of a district-wide support team, working collaboratively with school administrators, educators, families, and community partners to foster safe, inclusive, and trauma-sensitive learning environments. Through a preventative, proactive, and restorative approach, the social worker will help students develop resilience, navigate challenges, and access the resources they need to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.
REPORTS TO: Director of Student Services
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Qualifications & Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program.
- Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Social Work Endorsement.
- Experience in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and mental health services for children and young adults.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience working in a school, clinical, or community-based setting with diverse student populations.
- Strong knowledge of child and adolescent development, mental health disorders, ACES (Adverse Childhood Experiences), and evidence-based interventions.
- Experience working with students across early childhood through post-secondary settings, including transition planning, is preferred.
- Understanding of IDEA, Section 504, MTSS, IEP development, and restorative practices.
- Ability to facilitate professional development and coaching on trauma-informed practices, social-emotional learning (SEL), and behavioral interventions for staff.
- Knowledge of culturally responsive and equity-centered practices to support diverse learners.
- Strong skills in collaboration, crisis management, conflict resolution, and de-escalation techniques.
- Experience working with community-based mental health providers, child welfare agencies, and local support networks.
The Barrington Student Success Team Social Worker will provide comprehensive social-emotional, mental health, and behavioral support to students from early childhood through post-secondary. This position will serve as a key member of a district-wide support team, working collaboratively with school administrators, educators, families, and community partners to foster safe, inclusive, and trauma-sensitive learning environments. Through a preventative, proactive, and restorative approach, the social worker will help students develop resilience, navigate challenges, and access the resources they need to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.
REPORTS TO: Director of Student Services
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide trauma-informed counseling, crisis intervention, and social-emotional support to students across all grade levels (early childhood to post-secondary).
- Conduct individual and small-group interventions for students experiencing mental health concerns, trauma, grief, family instability, substance use, homelessness, and other barriers to learning.
- Utilize evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, restorative justice, and mindfulness strategies to support student well-being.
- Conduct functional behavioral assessments (FBA) and collaborate with teams to develop Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) that incorporate trauma-informed strategies.
- Facilitate transition support for students moving between grade levels, entering high school, and preparing for post-secondary education, employment, or independent living.
- Support students experiencing crisis situations, including suicide risk, self-harm, abuse/neglect, and severe emotional distress, ensuring proper safety planning and referrals.
- Work with district and school leadership to develop and implement trauma-sensitive policies and practices.
- Provide professional development and coaching for educators and staff on trauma-informed teaching, de-escalation techniques, SEL integration, and mental health literacy.
- Assist schools in creating safe, nurturing, and supportive classroom environments that address the needs of students with a history of trauma.
- Support Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and help identify students needing targeted or intensive interventions.
- Collaborate with special education teams to develop and support IEP and 504 plans, ensuring students receive appropriate social-emotional and behavioral interventions.
- Build strong partnerships with families, providing guidance on trauma-informed parenting, mental health resources, and community supports.
- Connect families to counseling services, food and housing support, employment programs, and financial assistance when needed.
- Work collaboratively with community agencies, healthcare providers, and mental health organizations to coordinate student support.
- Advocate for equitable access to mental health resources for historically marginalized students and families
- Maintain accurate and confidential student case notes, assessments, and progress reports in alignment with district and state policies.
- Utilize data collection and analysis to inform decisions on student interventions and systemic changes.
- Advocate for mental health initiatives, social-emotional curriculum integration, and increased funding for trauma-informed supports at the district level.
- Support schools in developing restorative discipline models to reduce punitive measures and increase student engagement.
- Stay current with best practices in trauma-informed care, mental health interventions, and social work ethics through ongoing professional development.
- Other duties as assigned: This position is dynamic and evolving based on the needs of the students, staff, and district. The social worker will take on additional responsibilities as necessary to ensure a holistic, student-centered approach to mental health and well-being.
- Use of computers, digital platforms, and other relevant technology to manage documentation, communication, and compliance tracking.
- Occasional light lifting (up to 25 lbs.) may be required for materials, equipment, or supplies.
- Travel within the district may be required to attend meetings, collaborate with school teams, or provide social-emotional support as needed in any district building.
- Days/Year 182 Days
- Benefits D220 Benefits
- Salary BEA Salary Schedule
