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Would you like to make a difference and be appreciated for what you do?

Join us in making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities!

We are seeking a school Social Worker for our year-round operating Day School located in Bloomingdale, IL. This is a full-time position that has a schedule of Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

Who We Are

Marklund provides a rich culture where everything we do contributes to our vision of “making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities.” Each and every employee’s job contributes to Marklund’s vision and is integral to enhancing the lives of the individuals we serve. As part of our private, not-for-profit network of services, you will learn what it’s like to have the individuals we serve not only change your career, but also change your life.

About Our School

Marklund’s Day School in Bloomingdale is hiring a dedicated and caring Social Worker to work with students within its Life Skills/Autism and multi-needs programs. Marklund Day School is a well-known and respected nonpublic school serving students ages Pre K-22 who come to our school’s program through partnerships with various Chicago suburban school districts. Marklund Day school provides an environment conducive to learning through specialized curriculum, positive behavioral interventions, and individualized student support. Our highly sensory-driven program features physical and occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, art and music therapy, Snoezelen therapy, computer adapted technology, community programs and opportunities, recreational therapy, aquatic therapy and more.

Responsibilities Include

• Provide crisis intervention
• Participate in the identification of students who require intervention
• Provide consultation and in-service to staff regarding social/emotional needs of students
• Assist the Principal in coordinating the building crisis team
• Provide direct services to students and families
• Serve as a liaison between homes, schools, hospitals, social welfare agencies, therapists, alternative schools, preschools, public schools and others as needed
• Participate in IEP conferences including the preparation of IEP goals and objectives
• Prepare a social developmental study in a case study evaluation
• Participate in Teacher Collaboration Team meetings
• Prepare and submit reports regarding the social work program when appropriate

Apply Today!

As an equal opportunity employer, Marklund respects and supports diversity, equity and inclusion as part of our work environment.

Required Experience

Qualifications for this position:

• School Social Worker endorsement (LCSW Certification, LCC Counselor, or MSW)
• Bachelor's Degree

Keyword: Social worker, social services, school social worker

From: Marklund