PBIS Leader & School Social Worker; MTSS
Job in
Libertyville, Lake County, Illinois, 60092, USA
Listing for:
ROE
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-03-13
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Psychology, Guidance Counselor: Social/Educational, Child Development/Support, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
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Social Work
Psychology, Guidance Counselor: Social/Educational, Child Development/Support
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 USD Yearly
USD
60000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: PBIS Leader & School Social Worker (MTSS)
Position Type:
Student Services/ Social WorkerDate Posted:
2/2/2026Location:
Kenneth Murphy Elementary SchoolDistrict:
Beach Park School District #3Education: Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program.Certification/Licensure:
* Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Social Worker endorsement.- This requires meeting specific ISBE requirements, including coursework, supervised experience, and passing the required exam(s).
This requires meeting specific ISBE requirements, including coursework, supervised experience, and passing the required exam(s).Knowledge:- Thorough understanding of the PBIS framework and MTSS logic/systems.
- Thorough understanding of child and adolescent development, mental health, and social-emotional learning.
- Knowledge of evidence-based social work practices and interventions.
- Familiarity with data systems used for monitoring behavior (e.g., SWIS or similar).
- Familiarity with special education law and procedures.
- Understanding of trauma-informed care and practices.
- Knowledge of community resources and social services.
Thorough understanding of the PBIS framework and MTSS logic/systems.Thorough understanding of child and adolescent development, mental health, and social-emotional learning.Knowledge of evidence-based social work practices and interventions.Familiarity with data systems used for monitoring behavior (e.g., SWIS or similar).Familiarity with special education law and procedures.Understanding of trauma-informed care and practices.Knowledge of community resources and social services.Skills:- Strong leadership and adult-coaching abilities.
- Excellent clinical and counseling skills.
- Ability to facilitate teams and lead data-based problem-solving.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with school staff, parents, and community agencies.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
Strong leadership and adult-coaching abilities.Excellent clinical and counseling skills.Ability to facilitate teams and lead data-based problem-solving.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.Ability to collaborate effectively with school staff, parents, and community agencies.Strong organizational and time management skills.Experience:- Experience working with children and families in a school or community setting.
- Prior experience with PBIS implementation or coaching is highly preferred.
Experience working with children and families in a school or community setting.Prior experience with PBIS implementation or coaching is highly preferred.System Facilitation: Serve as the building-level Internal Coach for PBIS, leading the PBIS leadership team and ensuring the fidelity of the program across all tiers.Tiered Interventions: Facilitate the development and implementation of Tier 1 (universal), Tier 2 (targeted), and Tier 3 (intensive) behavioral and social-emotional interventions.Coaching & Support: Provide ongoing technical assistance and coaching to classroom teachers and staff on the implementation of PBIS classroom systems and individual behavior support plans.Meeting Facilitation: Coordinate and lead PBIS problem-solving meetings to review student data and match students with appropriate tiered supports (e.g., Check-In/Check-Out, Social Academic Instructional Groups).Provide individual and group counseling to students addressing social, emotional, and behavioral concerns, aligned with MTSS goal-setting.Conduct social-emotional assessments and Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) to identify student needs and develop appropriate intervention plans or Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIPs).Implement evidence-based programs and interventions to promote positive social skills, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation.Provide crisis intervention and support for students experiencing mental health emergencies.Advocate for students' needs within the school and community.Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and other school staff to address student needs and create a supportive, trauma-informed school environment.Consult with parents/guardians regarding student concerns and provide resources and support to align home and school behavioral expectations.Collaborate with community agencies and service providers to connect students and families with necessary resources, mental health, or social services.Participate as a core member of multidisciplinary teams (e.g., IEP teams, Section 504 teams, student support teams).Develop and implement school-wide programs and Tier 1 curricula to promote positive mental health and prevent social-emotional problems.Provide professional development, consultation, and training to school staff on PBIS practices, social-emotional learning (SEL), student mental health, and trauma-informed care.Identify and address systemic barriers to student success through an equity lens.Data-Driven…
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