School Social Worker, LCSW - On-Site

Company: E-Therapy
Location: Buffalo Grove
Posted on: January 12, 2026

Job Description:

Overview Join Our Team as an On-Site Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Gurnee, IL! Are you a compassionate, licensed LCSW dedicated to supporting students’ mental health and emotional well-being? E-Therapy is hiring! Ask us more about how we can help! Position Details: Start Date: ASAP covering a leave of absence thru April 2026 Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours/week) Grade Levels: Intermediate School Compensation: Starting at $42/hour (commensurate with experience) Location: 100% On-Site License: Full IL license & PEL required Why E-Therapy? At E-Therapy, we are pioneers in delivering high-quality mental health services to schools and network of exceptional professionals. Join our mission to provide accessible, impactful mental health and support services to students nationwide. What We Offer: • Comprehensive clinical and administrative support • A collaborative, mission-driven team • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ emotional, social, and academic success Company Overview: At E-Therapy, we are pioneers in the field of special education, dedicated to delivering top-tier, clinical solutions to PreK-12 schools nationwide. Our mission is to empower schools with cutting-edge, clinical solutions through our advanced, technology-driven platform. By seamlessly connecting schools with our network of highly qualified, licensed clinicians, we offer a range of essential services that are both accessible and impactful. Position Overview: We are currently seeking a Social Worker with a Licensed Social Worker (LCSW) degree to join our dynamic team at E-Therapy. The successful candidate will play a vital role in providing social work services to students, families, and school staff, addressing social, emotional, and behavioral concerns to support students' overall well-being and academic success. Please don't miss out on the opportunity to work with E-therapy! We are interviewing this week for next school year opportunities so don’t miss your chance to be part of something extraordinary! For immediate consideration, please send your resume to sara.pessman@electronic-therapy.com or Call 803-868-4570 onsite Responsibilities Key Responsibilities: Conduct assessments of students’ mental health, social-emotional functioning, and behavioral needs in collaboration with teachers, parents, and other professionals. Provide individual and group counseling services focused on issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, peer relationships, and family conflict. Respond to crises within the school setting, including suicide risk assessments, child abuse reporting, and emergency mental health support. Participate in the development and implementation of IEPs and 504 Plans, especially addressing emotional, behavioral, and social goals. Serve as a liaison between school personnel, families, and community agencies to coordinate support and access to resources like mental health services, food assistance, or housing. Develop and implement school-wide prevention programs and social-emotional learning (SEL) initiatives aimed at improving school climate and student well-being. Provide consultation to teachers and school staff regarding behavioral strategies, trauma-informed care, and student mental health concerns. Maintain detailed documentation of assessments, treatment plans, interventions, progress, and referrals in accordance with school policies and confidentiality guidelines Qualifications What you need: Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program Active state licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent (LMSW with supervision may be acceptable depending on state and district). Experience providing clinical or school-based social work services to children and adolescents. Strong clinical skills in assessment, counseling, and crisis response. Knowledge of school systems, child development, and evidence-based interventions. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including educators, psychologists, and administrators. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Familiarity with electronic recordkeeping systems. Benefits: Competitive salary Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package Flexible work arrangements Opportunities for professional development and growth Collaborative and supportive work environment Equal Opportunity Employer: E-Therapy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. Physical Requirements (Working in a School Setting): While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and move around in various areas of the school facility. The employee must be able to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents both verbally and in writing. The employee may need to lift or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds and may occasionally be required to bend, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Additionally, the employee must have the physical stamina to supervise and engage with students throughout the school day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Please don't miss out on the opportunity to work with E-therapy! We are interviewing this week for next school year opportunities so don’t miss your chance to be part of something extraordinary! For immediate consideration, please send your resume to sara.pessman@electronic-therapy.com or Call 803-868-4570 Onsite PandoLogic. Category:Social Services, Keywords:Clinical Social Worker, Location:Buffalo Grove, IL-60089

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