School Social Worker / School Pyschologist / School Counselor

This position is for the 2025-2026 School Year.Job SummaryThe School Social Worker / Psychologist / Counselor is responsible for providing direct and indirect support services to students experiencing social, emotional, and / or behavioral challenges that interfere with their performance at school. This clinician serves as the communication nexus between the school, home, and community providers. In addition, the clinician should establish good relationships with parents and other staff members and should align to the SSDS Mission which states : "At Solomon Schechter Day School of Metropolitan Chicago, we ignite our student's Jewish souls, educate them to their highest potential, and empower them to use their knowledge, skills and creativity to enrich our world."Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide school social work services to students who present with social / emotional / behavioral concerns that negatively impact their ability to function within the school setting. Duties of this job include, but are not limited to : Serving as related service provider : Serve as case manager for students with ISP and 504 plansConsult with families, teachers, and outside providersProvide counseling services (group, individual)Develop and monitor behavior intervention plans Maintain current and accurate case notesUse best practices to inform clinical treatment planning Duties also include providing services to students, staff and families : Establish and maintain positive, trusting relationships with studentsDevelop interventions to increase social and academic successHelp students develop skills for appropriate social interactions with peersHelp students understand and accept themselves and others and successfully navigate the social environmentAssist with conflict resolution and anger management.Assist in developing positive behavioral intervention strategies.Connect families with appropriate social service agenciesAssesses mental health concernsProvides crisis intervention support and safety planningMaintaining professional competence through in-service and professional growth activities. Other related duties as assigned.This position reports to the Assistant Principal.Faculty values that drive our work together

• Jewish Values and Torah
• Professionalism
• Optimism
• Collaboration
• Respect
• Open Communication
• Innovation and Creativity
• Life-Long LearningRequirementsSkills Required Skills required for this position include : Enthusiasm about engaging with early adolescents and other educatorsThe ability to develop creative solutions to challenging situationsThe ability to set and maintain professional boundariesCalm and collected demeanor during crisis situationsA proactive work ethic, growth mindset, and positive attitudeTake initiative, advocate for students, demonstrate sound judgmentHighly collaborative and discreet with sensitive informationExcellent interpersonal, executive functioning, and communication skillsQualification Requirements Masters degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology, from an accredited programMust hold professional licensureExperience working with children and adolescentsBenefits include medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, short-term disability, accident and other insurance, sick / personal time, 403(b) retirement plan, leave early for Shabbat, professional development opportunities, wonderful leadership team and belonging to an amazing community. Come join us!Salary Description $53000-$75000

Salary : $53,000 - $75,000