School Social Worker

Ampersand Therapy

• $104K — $124K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) or related field
  • Valid Colorado CDE Special Services Provider license with School Social Worker endorsement (or eligibility by start date)
  • Strong communication skills
  • Collaboration skills with educators and families
  • Crisis response skills
  • School-based experience preferred, but not mandatory
  • Passion for supporting students' mental health

Responsibilities

  • Provide individual and group counseling for student mental health
  • Support crisis intervention and safety planning
  • Participate in IEP, MTSS, and support team meetings
  • Conduct assessments of social-emotional and behavioral needs
  • Collaborate with teachers and related service providers
  • Support attendance and engagement initiatives
  • Connect families with community resources

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule with full-time and part-time options
  • Opportunity for skill growth and professional development
  • Meaningful impact on student lives
  • Collaborative school environment
  • Access to resources for personal and professional development
Full Job Description
Job Title:
School Social Worker

Pay Range:

$50-60/hour

Job Description:

Up to $60/hour | Aurora, CO | Full-Time & Part-Time Available |



Position Details:
  • K-12 Caseload
  • Starting ASAP for the 2026-2027 School year
  • Monday-Friday Schedule
About the Role

Hello, School Social Workers! Ampersand Therapy is hiring School Social Workers to support students in K-12 school settings in Aurora, CO. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by providing counseling, social-emotional support, crisis intervention, and connecting students and families with resources they need to thrive.

You'll build meaningful relationships with students, collaborate closely with educators and related service providers, and help create a supportive school environment where students can succeed.

Whether you're a new clinician or an experienced School Social Worker, you'll have the opportunity to grow your skills, make a difference in students' lives, and be part of a collaborative school team.

What You'll Do
  • Provide individual and group counseling to support student mental health and social-emotional development
  • Support crisis intervention, de-escalation, and safety planning as needed
  • Participate in IEP, MTSS, and student support team meetings
  • Conduct assessments related to social-emotional and behavioral needs
  • Collaborate with teachers, families, and related service providers
  • Support attendance, engagement, and wraparound services for students and families
  • Assist in developing and implementing intervention plans
  • Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant documentation
  • Connect families to community resources and supports
What We're Looking For
  • Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) or related field
  • Valid Colorado CDE Special Services Provider license with School Social Worker endorsement (or eligibility by start date)
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and crisis response skills
  • School-based experience preferred, not required
  • Passion for supporting students' mental health and well-being

Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.

Please reach out to [email protected] if you have any questions!

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