Social Work Assistant Jobs in Des Plaines, IL

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Illinois Department of Children and Family Services

Child Protection Assistant

Posting Group: Social Services This position DOES NOT contain "Specialized Skills" (as that term is used in CBAs)....

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Mental Health Assessment Specialist I-Days-LOH Ass

  • NorthShore University Health System
  • Naperville, IL (23 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (23 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Provide crisis intervention and support to patients experiencing acute mental health crises....

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Clinical Diversion Assessment Specialist

  • Kenneth Young Center
  • Arlington Heights, IL (6 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (6 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Cross-train to conduct phone check-ins and/or in person meetings to ensure client contact and provide coverage Perform and participate in crisis intervention when necessary....

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Child Protection Assistant

  • State of Illinois
  • Park City, IL (20 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Park City, IL (20 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Posting Group: Social Services This position DOES NOT contain "Specialized Skills" (as that term is used in CBAs)....

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Mental Health Assessment Specialist I-Days-LOH Assessment & Referrals

  • 2300 Naperville Psychiatric Ventures D/B/A Linden Oaks Hospital
  • Naperville, IL (23 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (23 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Provide crisis intervention and support to patients experiencing acute mental health crises....

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Family Support Worker (Bilingual)

  • Metropolitan Family Services
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Create and update a Community Resource Directory and serve as the resource person for families to facilitate access to social services within the community....

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Lead Activity Aide

  • Chicago Commons
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Lead Activity Aide 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 515 E 50th St, Chicago, IL 60615 Position Summary: This position provides a two-pronged approach to the day-to-day operations of the center and...

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Social Services Assistant

  • PACS
  • Willow Springs, IL (23 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Willow Springs, IL (23 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 18 days ago

Coordinate social service activities with other departments as necessary....

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Family Support Worker

  • Metropolitan Family Services
  • Wheaton, IL (18 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (18 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 20 days ago

Provide immediate referrals, assistance and follow-up for crisis intervention needs. Collaborates with teachers to facilitate monthly Parent Committee Meetings....

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Child Welfare Case Aide

  • LSSI
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 21 days ago

Benefits and Perks:LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you're helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these...

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Activity Aide

  • iCare Consulting Services
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 27 days ago

Come join our team at Park View Rehab Center! Full-time, 11am to 7pm shift, alternating weekends Responsibilities of the Activity Aide: The Activity Aide will be responsible for providing...

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Case Management Assistant

  • Advocate Aurora Health
  • Park Ridge, IL (3 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Park Ridge, IL (3 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Department: 11202 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Administration: Care Management Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information:...

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Case Associate

  • Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago
  • Round Lake, IL (23 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Round Lake, IL (23 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago partners with mission-driven people and organizations across Cook and Lake counties to witness a message of mercy and hope to a world in need by...

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Case Aide, Substance Use

  • LSSI
  • Elgin, IL (17 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Elgin, IL (17 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Benefits and Perks:LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you're helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these...

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Case Associate - Support Team

  • Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (6 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (6 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago partners with mission-driven people and organizations across Cook and Lake counties to witness a message of mercy and hope to a world in need by...

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Demographic Data for Des Plaines, IL

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Salary for Social Work Assistant Jobs in Des Plaines, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Social Work Assistants in Des Plaines, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.2%
Master's Degree
35.8%
Associate's Degree
7.2%
High School or GED
3.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.3%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Social Work Assistants in Des Plaines, IL
Less than 1 year
42.8%
None
17.8%
1-2 years
16.1%
2-4 years
15.8%
4-6 years
3.8%
8-10 years
3.8%