Duties
The job of Social Worker is done for the purpose/s of facilitating administrative processes; ensuring
operation in compliance with county, state and/or federal requirements; providing information on services
available to eligible students and families and conveying information regarding school and/or district
activities, procedures and referring families to other agencies. This job reports to Building Principal.
Essential Functions
Completes reports and documentation of services (e.g. logging of IEP SSW minutes, IEP Progress
Reports per trimester; end of year SSW Service Evaluation summaries, etc.) for the purpose of
documenting activities and complying with mandated requirements.
Completes Social and Development Study (SDS) as part of Case Study Evaluation (CSE) and/or ReEvaluations process for the purpose of complying with IEP eligibility and standardized assessment per
recommendation of IEP team.
Conducts risk assessment for the purpose of suicidal ideation.
Facilitates Case Wrap Plan (Wrap Facilitator) for at least one student per year for the purpose of Positive
Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS).
Facilitates Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) [may include role of BIP Coordinator as designated by
principal] (e.g. completes Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) and commensurate with BIP
teacher(s) and other staff, case manager for one or more BIPs of non-IEP student, etc.) for the purpose
of Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS).
Implements Social/Academic Instruction Groups (SAIGs) (e.g. time-limited, progress monitoring tools
utilized, data utilized to identify group members and to determine impact, etc.), etc.) for the purpose of
Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS).
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective
functioning of the work unit.
Provides SEL curriculum as identified by the district (e.g. Second Step, Second Step Kg Safety Program,
Red Flags Suicide Prevention programs, PBIS anti-bullying programs, etc.) for the purpose of crisis
intervention as needed with students.
Serves as liaison (e.g. makes and coordinates referrals to outside agencies, refers homeless students to
district and community services, helps to facilitate PBIS and LAN Wraparound plans, etc.) for the
purpose of Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS).
Serves as the Tier 2/3 Team Coordinator or the school BIP Coordinator for the purpose of Positive
Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS).
Supports Check-In/Check-Out (CICO) intervention (may include role of CICO Coordinator as designated
by building principal) for the purpose of Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS).
Supports staff in assessment and referral (including district and state documentation) for the purpose of
DCFS Mandated Reporting.
Salary/Benefits
Compensation and Benefits (2025-2026 school year)
Minimum starting salary with Masters degree:
$60,826 (includes District paid TRS pension) - pro-rated to start date
Benefits include:
- Medical and Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance and Long-term Disability
- Teachers Retirement System Pension plan
- Flexible Benefits Plan
- Tax Deferred Annuities
- Sick Days (prorated)
- Employee Assistance Program
How to Apply
Application Procedure:
Apply online at www.district65.net
Selection Procedure:
Qualified candidates will be notified to schedule an interview