Police Social Worker at Village of Mundelein

Mundelein, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 May, 26

Salary

111356.0

Posted On

07 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Crisis Intervention, Counseling, Victim Advocacy, Community Outreach, Diagnostic Assessment, Treatment Planning, Collaboration, Communication, Record Keeping, Public Education, Training, Court Advocacy, Social Services, Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Domestic Violence

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Description The Village of Mundelein is seeking an Illinois Licensed professional to fill the position of Police Social Worker. The Police Social Worker is a full-time civilian position and serves as a liaison between law enforcement, residents, and social service agencies. Under the direction of the Director of Support Services, the Social Worker provides crisis intervention, short-term counseling, victim advocacy, community outreach and education, and related social services in support of the Police Department and the Village of Mundelein. Requirements ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Provide victim advocacy, crisis intervention, and short-term counseling services to individuals and families. Conduct diagnostic assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide professional consultation consistent with licensure. Assess and support cases involving domestic violence, substance abuse, grief, aging, juvenile delinquency, and mental health concerns. Make referrals to appropriate community resources and follow up on referrals from police officers, schools, hospitals, DCFS, and other agencies. Collaborate with police officers, detectives, schools, hospitals, DCFS, mental health facilities, and other community partners to coordinate care and services. Serve as a consultant to police personnel regarding case management and interactions with individuals in crisis. Provide emergency social service assistance to officers in the field, respond to calls for service, and assist with death notifications as assigned or needed. Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential case records in compliance with applicable federal and state laws, professional ethical standards, and departmental policies. Deliver community outreach, public education programs, and citizen meetings related to social services, including parenting, youth, and teen-focused programs. Facilitate and provide social service-related training for Police Department personnel. Serve as a court advocate for victims of crime and prepare court-related reports, including custody evaluations or parental fitness reports, when ordered by the court and within the scope of licensure. Assist in coordinating the Community Emergency Fund. Provide after-hours emergency social service assistance as assigned or scheduled. Perform additional duties as assigned. Regular and reliable attendance is required. COMPETENCIES Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and policies related to social services. Strong oral and written communication skills. Fluency in Spanish, both oral and written, is preferred. Ability to manage crisis situations effectively while exercising sound judgement and discretion. Ability to maintain confidential records and information in accordance with applicable law and policies. Ability to work effectively with a diverse population of individuals. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Police Department personnel and with social service agencies and professionals within and outside the community. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution. Current State of Illinois licensure in social work or counseling, appropriate to the scope of assigned duties. Training and professional experience in crisis intervention, diagnostic assessment consistent with licensure and professional standards, and treatment. Clinical experience addressing domestic violence, substance abuse, grief, aging, juvenile delinquency, and mental health concerns. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License due to frequent travel to court, crisis response sites, and other off-site duties. WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is primarily performed in an office environment and may involve prolonged periods of sitting and computer use. The position may occasionally require attendance at meetings, court proceedings, training sessions, or community functions at off-site locations. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Ability to perform the essential duties of the position in a safe and effective manner, with regard for the safety of self and others. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, including in person, by telephone, and via electronic communication. Ability to read, prepare, and review reports, correspondence, and electronic records. Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a computer, telephone, and related technology. Ability to sit for extended periods of time and attend meetings of varying length. Ability to move within office, court, and community settings as required to perform job duties. Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. Occasional light lifting or carrying of materials such as files, documents, boxes, public safety equipment, or office supplies. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. SALARY AND BENEFITS Starting salary for this position is $84,565. Per Village policy, the selected candidate will have the opportunity to advance a step within the salary range of $84,565 to $111,356 on an annual basis. The Village offers a generous benefits package, including an Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension, vacation days, personal days, nine (9) observed holidays, and sick time. Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and medical/dependent care flex plans are also included. The application deadline for this position is February 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM. The Village of Mundelein is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

The Police Social Worker serves as a liaison between law enforcement, residents, and social service agencies, providing crisis intervention, counseling, and community outreach. They also collaborate with various agencies to coordinate care and assist police personnel in managing cases involving individuals in crisis.