Job Description
SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER
WE ARE EXPANDING OUR SCHOOL, COME GROW WITH US!
WOULD YOU LIKE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE AND BE APPRECIATED FOR WHAT YOU DO?
JOIN US IN MAKING EVERYDAY LIFE POSSIBLE FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH PROFOUND DISABILITIES!
We are seeking a school Social Worker for our YEAR-ROUND operating Day School located in Bloomingdale, IL. This is a full-time position that has a schedule of Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
WHO WE ARE
Marklund provides a rich culture where everything we do contributes to our vision of “making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities.” Each and every employee’s job contributes to Marklund’s vision and is integral to enhancing the lives of the individuals we serve. As part of our private, not-for-profit network of services, you will learn what it’s like to have the individuals we serve not only change your career, but also change your life.
ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
Marklund’s Day School in Bloomingdale is hiring a dedicated and caring Social Worker to work with students within its Life Skills/Autism and multi-needs programs. Marklund Day School is a well-known and respected nonpublic school serving students ages Pre K-22 who come to our school’s program through partnerships with various Chicago suburban school districts. Marklund Day school provides an environment conducive to learning through specialized curriculum, positive behavioral interventions, and individualized student support. Our highly sensory-driven program features physical and occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, art and music therapy, Snoezelen therapy, computer adapted technology, community programs and opportunities, recreational therapy, aquatic therapy and more.
Responsibilities include:
Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualifications for this position:
BENEFITS: WE CARE ABOUT YOU! One way we show our appreciation to our employees if by offering a comprehensive package of benefits:
INDUSTRY LEADING PAY
Paid orientation and job training
MEDICAL (BLUECROSS/BLUESHIELD), DENTAL, PRESCRIPTION DRUG, VISION AND FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT (FSA)
Company paid life insurance and voluntary life insurance
Company paid long term disability and voluntary short term disability insurance
PAID TIME OFF (PTO): VACATION, SICK, PERSONAL - PTO CASH IN OPTION TWICE PER YEAR
Extended sick bank (protection against loss of income due to illness, accident, maternity)
Seven (7) paid holidays per year
Tuition reimbursement
RETIREMENT PLAN WITH MATCH (must meet annual minimum hours worked requirement)
Employee Assistance Program
Employee recognition programs