School Social Worker (PEL)

Overview

HealthPRO Pediatrics is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential. We are seeking a dedicated Licensed Social Worker with a Professional Educator’s License with endorsement in School Social Work  to join us.

• Licensed Social Worker with a Professional Educator’s License with endorsement in School Social Work in Chicago, IL
• Full Time, 40 hours weekly, W2, Benefits, and Generous PTO accrual to account for school off days
• Hourly rates $35-$44 based on expereince 
• Grades: 9-12

Why Choose HealthPro Pediatrics?

• Meaningful Impact: Play a pivotal role in the lives of children and their families by helping them overcome challenges and achieve milestones in speech, physical, occupational, or ABA therapy.
• Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
• Collaborative Culture:  Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
• Commitment to Excellence:  Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
• Competitive Benefits Package:  Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!

Join Us in Making a Difference

At HealthPRO Pediatrics, A division of HealthPro Heritage, we are more than just a team—we are a family dedicated to empowering children, supporting families, and fostering growth. As a leader in pediatric therapy, we provide a purpose-driven environment where your skills and compassion truly make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Provides socials casework, when appropriate, to individuals and families receiving nursing, therapy, or other services from the contracted agency.
• Prepares social histories according to specific guidelines to augment existing service, or as a guide in determining or changing level of service, taking into consideration:
• Family relationships
• The meaning of illness to the patient and family
• The cultural attitudes in relation to illness
• The meaning of home to the patient
• The ability of the patient and his or her family to adjust to the patient at home
• The financial impact of illness upon the family.
• Assesses, when appropriate, a family’s financial situation, taking into consideration the patient’s prognosis and medical needs, and referring the family to an agency for financial assistance if necessary, interpreting the medical situation to the referring agency and generally facilitating the process of referral
• Refers patients and families to community agencies with appropriate follow-up

HealthPro Heritage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our employment decisions, including those related to hiring, promotion, and compensation, are made based on individual qualifications, performance, and organizational needs.

Qualifications

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited Social Work program. Current licensure and eligibility as a Medical Social Worker. Current BLS Certification.
• Minimum one year prior experience in a medical setting where the team approach to treatment was utilized. Minimum one year prior home health experience preferred.

Performance Factors Used to Evaluate Employee:

• Evaluates and establishes goals based on the patient’s current level of functioning and potential for improvement.
• Participates in the development of a treatment and care plan.
• Observes the patient, and records and reports information on the patient’s conditioning in the patient’s record. Documents each visit made in timely fashion and provides that documentation to the contracted agency and to Eclipse.
• When applicable will fill out status update for staffing meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned by EHC management staff.
• As patient care and/or EHC need dictates, both the assigned shift and work location may be changed at the discretion of EHC.
• Performs essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Instruct other health team personnel as needed
• Completes all documentation in a correct and timely manner as it relates to patient care.
• Adheres to policies, annual licensure verification and submission of documentation regarding in-services and continuing education if needed.