Social Worker (Full-Time): Providence Catholic, New Lenox

Social Worker (Full-Time): Providence Catholic, New Lenox JobID: 5132 Position Type: Student Support Services/Social Worker Date Posted: 7/16/2026 Location: Providence Catholic High School Additional Information: Show/Hide Diocese of Joliet Catholic Schools 2026-2027 Social Worker (High School) Full-time Benefit Eligible Providence Catholic High School, New Lenox, IL Position Available: 08/06/2026 Providence Catholic is hiring a full-time School Social Worker in our Counseling Department to begin August 6, 2026. Job Responsibilities: Serve as a role model and witness to our faith community Embrace the Augustinian Values of Truth, Unity, and Love Assist in developing positive behavioral intervention strategies Develop and coordinate programs for students and parents addressing student mental health, along with student behavior and concerns Develop and facilitate groups based on the assessed need of the students Provide staff information on factors affecting student performance and behavior Develop staff in-service training Perform risk assessments for students Provide individual, group, and family counseling Participate in special needs assessments and educational planning meetings Provide crisis intervention and work as part of emergency planning team Help students develop appropriate social skills Assist in conflict resolution and anger management Assist parents in accessing community resources Professional Credentials: Master's Degree (Required) Current IL PEL w/ Social Worker Endorsement (Required) School Social Work Experience (Preferred) Certifications and Requirements (May be completed after hire): DCFS Mandated Reporter Certificate Illinois Sexual Harassment Training Certificate Diocese of Joliet Protecting God's Children Diocese of Joliet Fingerprinting & Background Check Work Physical/Statement of Health from Physician Application Procedure: Apply Online Salary Range $44,761-$47,763 (Lane 3/Year 1 � Lane 5/Year 1); Based on education and experience. **Final salary will be determined by relevant teaching experience and relevant education** Benefits We offer a competitive benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, paid personal leave days Physical abilities that are commonly associated with the performance of this job� While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently be required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, feel with hands, reach with arms, walk up or down multiple flights of stairs, and be physically able to perform duties as assigned, including the ability to lift up to 20-30 pounds if needed. Works in standard office and school building environments but also has ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities. To Apply for this Position Complete an online Diocese of Joliet Catholic Schools Office Frontline Applicant Tracking application. Additionally, the following documentation is required to be uploaded/submitted with your online application to be considered further: Current Resume Official Transcripts Educator Licensure: Current Illinois Professional Educator Licensure (PEL) or is in an accredited educational program working toward obtaining a Professional Educator License (PEL) Professional/Clergy References This may be accessed at the following link: https://www.applitrack.com/dioceseofjoliet/onlineapp/ Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Incomplete or paper applications will not be considered. We are excited to review your interest in this position! �This document is not intended to be a comprehensive list of work-related functions. All duties and work conditions listed are subject to change at the discretion of the Diocese of Joliet Management. The Diocese of Joliet will, in compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA), accommodate essential job functions whenever feasible. Email To A Friend Print Version Openings as of 7…