Job Title: School Social Worker
Reports to: Assistant Principal of Student Services / Executive Director of Special Education
Terms and Conditions: Full-time, 10 months, 183 day teacher calendar.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary: Per Faculty Senate collective bargaining agreement,
initial placement on the salary schedule between
BA and MA+60 depending on the educational level,
and Step 1 and 5 depending on experience.
Includes full benefits package.
Please click here for more information regarding salary
and benefits.

OPRF – WHO WE ARE…

Oak Park and River Forest High School, or OPRF, is a comprehensive public high school located in Oak Park, IL, a suburb eight miles due west of downtown Chicago. We are a one-school district, with the majority of our students coming from two sender districts, River Forest Public Schools District 90 and Oak Park Elementary School District 97. We offer more than 200 courses, a variety of programs for students with special needs, 103 clubs and activities, and 34 competitive sports. We prepare our students well for post-secondary success, with an average ACT composite score of 24 and a 96% graduation rate.

Oak Park and River Forest are communities that highly value diversity. OPRF is a founding member of the national Minority Student Achievement Network, and our school is racially and economically diverse, with about 48% of our 3,300 students identifying as African-American, Hispanic, multiracial, or Asian. Our villages have long embraced the LGBTQ community, and we have a significant mix of homeowners and renters.

We seek faculty and staff who have high expectations for all students, and who value student voice in education. As a school, we are particularly focused on closing opportunity gaps for our students of color and other under-represented groups. OPRF is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. OPRF’s goal is to increase the diversity of its workforce.

OPRF is a great place for those who are interested in an environment that supports creativity, leadership at all levels, innovation, a focus on professional and curriculum development, and the best practices of instruction. We are currently seeking individuals to join our team that all students are capable of high levels of academic and social success.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and collaborative School Social Worker to support high school students’ social-emotional, behavioral, and academic success. This role focuses on delivering direct services, conducting evaluations, and partnering with staff and families to remove barriers to learning and promote positive student outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Provide individual and group counseling to students in conjunction with tiered levels of service
Deliver crisis intervention, risk assessment, and safety planning (including suicide risk assessments as appropriate).
Conduct social developmental studies (SDS), functional behavioral assessments (FBAs), and contribute to behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
Develop and implement evidence-based interventions to improve student engagement, behavior, and coping skills.
Participate in IEP, 504, and MTSS/problem-solving teams.
Case management for 504 plans.
Support implementation of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) for behavior and SEL.
Progress monitor student goals and maintain required documentation.
Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and related service providers to support student success.
Provide consultation to staff on trauma-informed practices, behavior management, and social-emotional supports.
Support co-development of interventions within general education and special education settings.
Provide consultation to staff on social-emotional and behavioral strategies.
Facilitate social skills groups, classroom lessons, and SEL supports.
Partner with families and serve as a liaison to community resources.
Work collaboratively with 6 additional members on a Student Services Team (SST).
Support school-wide initiatives related to mental health, attendance, and school climate.
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical and educational records.

Required Skills

Ability to analyze and interpret educational, psychological, and behavioral data.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with students, families, staff, and community partners.
Skilled in conflict resolution, problem-solving, and team facilitation.
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and maintain compliance with timelines.

Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Social Work required
Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Social Worker endorsement
Minimum of 3 years of experience working with adolescents preferred
Experience with special education processes, evaluations, and compliance
Strong skills in collaboration, communication, and problem-solving
Knowledge of evidence-based social-emotional and behavioral interventions

Skills, Physical Demands and the Work Environment:
In order to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform all essential duties and responsibilities. The requirements listed below are representative of the skills, physical demands, and work environment required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive listing of the duties performed in this position. The individuals currently holding this position perform additional duties and additional duties may be assigned.

Please, no phone calls. The respective hiring manager will review candidates once the job posting closes. If selected to move forward, you will be contacted by phone or email. After reviewing the job posting, if you have any questions, please send an email to hr@oprfhs.org.

Oak Park & River Forest High School District 200 (OPRF) is an Equal Opportunity Employer