School Social Worker

Ampersand Therapy LLC; Aurora (CO); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Liability insurance

Health care benefits

401(k) with company match

Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and

professional expenses

Mileage reimbursement between sites

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Ampersand Therapy LLC is hiring a School Social Worker to support K–12 students in Aurora, CO. The role involves counseling, crisis intervention, and collaboration with educators to create a supportive school environment.

The position requires an MSW and a valid Colorado school social worker endorsement (or eligibility by start date). Remote work is not offered; compensation includes benefits and licensure reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)
• Colorado CDE Special Services Provider license with School Social Worker endorsement (or eligibility by start date)
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and crisis response skills

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

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Crisis response

Education

MSW

Job description

## School Social WorkerApply: On-Site: Aurora, CO: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R-103598**Job Title:**School Social Worker**Pay Range:**$50-60/hour**Job Description:****Up to $60/hour | Aurora, CO | Full-Time & Part-Time Available |****2026-2027 School year | K–12 Caseload**## Position Details:* K–12 Caseload* Starting ASAP for the 2026-2027 School year* Monday–Friday Schedule## About the RoleHello, **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.## **Why Join Us*** Competitive pay up to $60/hour + steady school schedule* W-2 employment with liability insurance included* Healthcare benefits\\* + 401(k) with company match* Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses* Mileage reimbursement between sites + referral bonuses## **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## **About Ampersand Therapy**Ampersand Therapy is a therapist-owned company built by providers who understand school-based work. We focus on support and mentorship so clinicians can do their best work. Our team is committed to equity, community impact, and creating a workplace where therapists feel valued.*Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.*Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other identity characteristics. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.Please reach out to [e-mail] if you have any questions!We're a small business, local to many of the areas we hire in, and are proud to be women, minority, and therapist-founded and run.We began our career working in schools both as district and contract employees. We sought to create an alternative to working with big staffing companies. The result is a small team of like-minded specialists who are striving to create a company that we would want to work for. Because we are therapists ourselves, we are deeply appreciative of and understand the work that you do. We're also in a unique position to be able to support and mentor those who are new to this practice area. We're so passionate about students that we're often working in the schools ourselves. You might find us doing treatments alongside you!