Duties
Under the general supervision of a licensed school social worker, the SSW intern will participate as a key member of the educational team working closely with other evaluators, service providers, students, and families in determining eligibility for special education services. The SSW intern will have the opportunity to use information collected through assessment and data collection to design appropriate services to support each students' unique needs in the variety of educational settings. Expertise in a number of areas is drawn upon every day to provide direct social work services, collaborate with school personnel and families, and develop crisis intervention. Knowledge of, or a willingness to learn about and access, social and behavioral support services in the area are important in this position.
Salary/Benefits
This is a paid internship with contribution toward single insurance, professional development, mileage reimbursement, mentoring and supports, and supervision related to obtaining LCSW upon licensure. Salary range is between $17,000 and $20,000 for full-time employment. Incentives are also offered for continuing employment.
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 Bobbi Fisher, Director, PO Box 46, Morrisonville, IL 62546 or to bobbi.fisher@midstatespec.org. Please contact Bobbi 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/