Duties
The Social Work Intern will assist existing school social workers in the Mid-State Special Education Cooperative with caseload management tasks including direct therapy, facilitating groups, completing assessments and participating in the IEP process, supporting instruction within the classroom, developing FBAs and BIPs, and assisting in the enhancement of school climate. Additional duties may be assigned in accordance with provisions of the Joint Agreement’s policies and requirements. Supervision and mentoring will be provided by highly experienced SSW’s and/or LCSW’s who stand ready to support and share their expertise with individuals new to the profession.
Salary/Benefits
This is a paid internship with benefits during the 2023-2024 school year with a continued employment opportunity.
Additional Notes
MSSE is a special education joint agreement cooperative serving over 2,000 students in 13 central Illinois school districts in Bond, Christian, Fayette, Macoupin, and Montgomery counties located mid-way between Springfield, IL and St. Louis, MO. We are blessed to have a talented and experienced team of school social workers who welcome the opportunity to supervise and mentor those joining their profession not only during the internship year but throughout their career. Long-term opportunities within MSSE are available so intern placements are made with this consideration to assist in familiarity and a smooth transition.
How to Apply
A letter of application and current resume should be sent to Angela Armour, Director, PO Box 46, Morrisonville, IL 62546 or to angie.armour@midstatespec.org. Please contact Angie at 217-526-8121 ext. 244 with questions or for more information go to https://www.midstatespec.org/join-our-team/interns-student-teachers/. Thank you!
Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page
http://www.midstatespec.org/employment-application/