School Social Worker

Ampersand Therapy

$99K — $120K *
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, collaboration, and crisis response skills
  • School-based experience preferred but not required
  • Passion for supporting students' mental health and well-being

Responsibilities

  • 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

Benefits

  • Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period
Full Job Description
Job Title:
School Social Worker

Pay Range:

$48-58/hour

Job Description:



School Social Worker

Position Details:
  • K-12 Caseload
  • In person
  • Starting August 2026 for the entire school year
  • 1.0 FTE, Full Time Hours
About the Role

Hello, School Social Workers! Ampersand Therapy is hiring a full-time School Social Worker to support students in a K-12 school setting in Greeley, CO.

In this role, you'll provide social-emotional support, assist with family engagement, offer crisis intervention, and collaborate with educators and school teams to help students succeed. This is a great opportunity for both new and experienced clinicians who are passionate about making a meaningful impact, building relationships with students, and supporting their overall well-being and success throughout their educational journey.

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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