Short Term Social Worker - School Based
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Job Description
Full-Time School Social Worker (K–2) – 2026–2027 School Year | Maternity Leave Coverage | Country Club Hills, IL
Join a welcoming elementary school community near Country Club Hills, IL, and support some of its youngest learners as a full-time School Social Worker for the 2026–2027 school year. This maternity leave coverage position runs from August 2026 through November 2027, offering stability, purpose, and the chance to make a real impact on early elementary students in the Country Club Hills area.
In this role, you’ll manage a K–2 caseload of approximately 27 students, providing direct and indirect social-emotional support, collaborating closely with teachers and related service providers, and participating in IEP and team meetings. You’ll help students build essential skills in self-regulation, social problem-solving, and overall school adjustment so they can succeed in the classroom and beyond.
You’ll be on-site throughout the school week, partnering with students, families, and staff to identify needs, design interventions, and support a positive school climate. If you’re passionate about early childhood, enjoy being part of a collaborative team, and want a contract that is both predictable and meaningful, this Country Club Hills School Social Worker position is an excellent fit.
Requirements
Active Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Social Worker endorsement
Or willingness to obtain the IL PEL with Social Work endorsement prior to the start of the assignment (license reimbursement available)
Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited program (school social work track preferred)
Previous experience in a school setting or pediatric/child-focused environment is strongly preferred
Benefits
Competitive, experience-based compensation for the full duration of the assignment
Life insurance, plus short-term and long-term disability for eligible employees
Paid time off and floating holiday options
License and certification reimbursement when obtained for this assignment
401(k) retirement plan and access to additional stipends where applicable
Relocation and onboarding support may be available based on candidate needs
Dedicated recruiter and HR support for the duration of your contract
Apply today to secure this maternity leave opportunity and support early elementary students through a critical year.
Clarifi
"Where Passion Meets Staffing"
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Key Responsibilities
Manage a K-2 caseload of approximately 27 students to provide direct and indirect social-emotional support. Collaborate with teachers and families to design interventions and participate in IEP meetings to support student school adjustment.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Short Term Social Worker - School Based at Clarifi Staffing Solutions a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Social Work — ranked against 6,344 active Social Work listings on WeekdayDoc.
Social Worker Career Context
Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 46% are remote, 24% have no call, 72% require no weekends.
Social Work pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 8.0 / 10 · top 5% in social work | ranked against 6,344 Social Work listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost of living | Illinois index 100.0 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Social Work listings in Illinois | 191 active | 6,355 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 46% remote · 24% no call · 72% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Illinois social worker listings (all specialties): 10% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 18% offer loan repayment217 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Social Work listings | 2,592 in the last 30 days | 1,395 the 30 days before (+86%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Social Work pay trend | +1.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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