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Location Belvidere, IL
Discipline Social Worker
Date Posted November 11, 2026

Job Description

Make a difference in the lives of elementary students by providing essential counseling and social-emotional support in a supportive school environment. This full-time, contract opportunity spans from August 11th to May 27th, working with a dynamic team to empower young learners and help them navigate behavioral, emotional, family, and mental health challenges. Your expertise will promote student well-being, create positive change, and foster a thriving learning atmosphere.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Valid Illinois SSW (School Social Worker) license
  • Current Professional Educator License (PEL)
  • Previous experience in an educational or school-based setting preferred
  • Strong ability to collaborate with families, staff, and community agencies
  • Compassionate, resourceful, and skilled in crisis intervention
  • Excellent communication and organizational abilities

Role Responsibilities:

  • Offer individualized and group counseling to elementary students, supporting their mental health and emotional development
  • Partner with teachers, administrators, and parents to address barriers to learning, improve behavior, and advocate for student needs
  • Develop strategies to support attendance and academic performance for assigned caseload
  • Identify at-risk students and connect them with appropriate internal and external resources
  • Facilitate workshops and classroom sessions on social-emotional skills and coping mechanisms
  • Maintain timely, confidential documentation and contribute insights to multidisciplinary teams
  • Serve as a liaison between the school, families, and community agencies to coordinate comprehensive supports

Experience the fulfillment of supporting elementary-aged students in reaching their full potential by creating meaningful, positive impacts every day. If you are passionate about guiding young learners through lifes challenges and have the necessary credentials, we encourage you to apply today and become an integral part of this schools dedicated community.

Compensation for this position ranges from $30.00 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

Sunbelt is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. No question on the website is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant’s consideration for employment on any basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

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