<h3>Job Description</h3>
Onward Search Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. We're partnering with an excellent school district in Kankakee County, IL, to find a School Social Worker.
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More details include:
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<li>School Social Worker (LOA / Maternity Leave Coverage) – 2026</li>
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<li>Location: Kankakee County</li>
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<li>Grade Level: 8th Grade</li>
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<li>Caseload: ~25 students</li>
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<li>Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:25 AM – 3:05 PM (37.25 hrs/week)</li>
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<li>Contract Dates: August 17, 2026 – December 4, 2026 (leave coverage)</li>
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Responsibilities
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<li>Provide individual and/or small-group counseling and social-emotional support</li>
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<li>Support behavioral intervention planning and student success strategies</li>
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<li>Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to address student needs</li>
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<li>Participate in team meetings and contribute to student support planning</li>
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<li>Maintain timely, accurate documentation per school and state requirements</li>
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Required Qualifications
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<li>Illinois School Social Worker License</li>
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<li>Illinois PEL with School Social Worker endorsement</li>
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<li>School-based experience strongly preferred</li>
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School Social Worker [83061

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