School Social Worker at AnthroMed Education – Gurnee, Illinois

Job Title: School Social Worker, Primary School (Early Childhood-Kindergarten)
Location: Gurnee, 60031
Dates: August 18, 2025 – May 29, 2026
Hours: 7:25 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday
Salary: $58,000 - $70,000 / Hourly: $43.94 – $53.03

AnthroMed Education is seeking a compassionate and dedicated School Social Worker to join our team in Gurnee for the 2025-2026 school year. In this role, you will work with early childhood and Kindergarten students, ages 3-6, to support them in a collaborative and supportive school environment. You will have your own space and enjoy a duty-free lunch, allowing you to focus on providing high-quality therapy services.
AnthroMed Education is a provider of Special Education services to schools across the Chicagoland area. When you work for AnthroMed you are introduced to an ever-growing community that will provide you with the resources, clinical support, and advocacy you need to make a difference in your student’s lives. We look forward to meeting you, sharing more about us, and learning more about your career goals!

Key Responsibilities:

• Individualized Therapy: Develop, implement, and monitor individualized therapy plans (IEPs).
• Therapy Sessions: Provide one-on-one and small group therapy sessions based on individual needs, utilizing evidence-based practices and interventions.
• Collaboration: Work closely with classroom teachers, special education staff, and other school professionals to support students’ communication skills across all areas of learning.
• Progress Monitoring: Regularly track and document student progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Parent Communication: Maintain open communication with parents and guardians, providing updates on student progress and offering strategies for supporting students
• Embrace Platform: Utilize the Embrace platform for case management, IEP documentation, and tracking student progress.
• Team Support: Collaborate with fellow Social Workers to share resources, strategies, and insights to better serve students' needs.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in social work
• Valid Illinois State Professional Educator License (PEL)
• Valid IDFPR License

Why AnthroMed?

• AnthroMed Team Members who work 30+ hours per week are eligible for the full-time employee benefits offered by AnthroMed
• Benefits begin the first of the month after start date. Benefits offered include:
  • • United HealthCare PPO with a $0 Payroll Deduction
    • Dental Insurance (PPO or HMO) and Vision Insurance
    • Flex Spending Accounts (healthcare, dependent care, and pre-tax parking & transit)
    • 401(k) with 100% employer match up to first 3% employee contribution on day one!
    • 100% Employer sponsored Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance.
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Optional supplemental coverages include:
      • Life Insurance, Critical Illness, and Accident Protection
    • Material Stipend: Receive a yearly stipend for materials
    • Full Reimbursement: Get 100% reimbursement for all Licensure dues
    • Free CEU’s and guest speaker series access
    • Personalized Support: Receive 1:1 guidance from a Clinical Director

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