Social Worker

Ampersand Therapy LLC; Tinley Park (IL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Healthcare benefits: medical, dental,

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Licensure reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

W2 employment

Professional liability insurance

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Ampersand Therapy LLC in Tinley Park, IL is hiring a part-time School Social Worker for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves providing IEP counseling services, supporting social-emotional learning, and participating in IEP meetings.

This position is 0.8 FTE or higher, 3 days per week, 7:40 am to 2:40 pm, with benefits including healthcare, retirement matching, licensure reimbursement, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
• Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Social Worker endorsement required.
• Experience in schools or special education is a plus.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a major asset but not required.
• Passion for inclusive, student-centered support and school collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide IEP counseling services and social-emotional support.
• Attend and participate in IEP meetings.
• Complete IEP documentation and progress reports.
• Collaborate with school-based special education teams.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Engage with families and community-based supports when appropriate.
• Participate in staff meetings and contribute to a collaborative school culture.

Skills

MSW

PEL (School SSW endorsement)

Experience in schools

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)

Professional Educator License (PEL) – School Social Worker endorsement

Job description

**Job Title:**Social Worker**Pay Range:**$55-60/hourly**Job Description:****Part-Time School Social Worker 2026-2027 School Year | Tinley Park | Up to $60/hour** **Hello School Social Workers!** Come work with a local, women and therapist-founded company that truly understands the school-based experience. **Ampersand Therapy** is hiring a Part-Time **School Social Worker** in Tinley Park, IL. **Position Details*** **Start Date:** ASAP until December 22nd, 2026* **Schedule:** Elementary School, Part-Time, 3 days per week, 7:40 am to 2:40 pm* **Location:** Tinley Park, IL **Your Key Responsibilities*** Provide IEP counseling services and social-emotional support* Attend and participate in IEP meetings* Complete IEP documentation and progress reports* Collaborate with school-based special education teams* Maintain accurate and timely documentation* Engage with families and community-based supports when appropriate* Participate in staff meetings and contribute to a collaborative school culture **What We’re Looking For*** Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)* **Professional Educator License (PEL)** with a School Social Worker endorsement* Experience in schools or special education is a plus* Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a major asset but not required* Passion for inclusive, student-centered support and school collaboration **Benefits & Perks** *(for 0.8 FTE and higher)** Paid sick leave* Healthcare benefits: medical, dental, vision* 401(k) with employer match* Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional development* Mileage reimbursement at IRS rate* W2 employment* General and professional liability insurance* Referral bonuses* No non-compete clauses* Paid time off for volunteer work and donation matching\\*Waiting period applies for benefits **Why Join Ampersand Therapy?**At Ampersand Therapy, we know school-based work inside and out because we’ve done it ourselves. Founded by women who began their careers in school districts, we created a company that prioritizes *real support, authentic connection,* and a team culture that puts people first. We’re not a big, impersonal agency. We’re a small, therapist-run team, and we’re proud to now be local to Illinois after getting our start in Washington. Whether you’re early in your career or a seasoned professional, you’ll feel valued here. **Our Core Values****Equity & Inclusion** We build inclusive environments and support anti-racism efforts through partnerships with organizations like *The Conscious Kid*. **Community Engagement** We volunteer, donate, and stay active in causes like *Special Olympics*, *Project Canine*, and *The Moth*. We also support the causes that matter to *you.* **Environmental Responsibility** We commit to sustainability—minimizing paper use, implementing low-waste tools, and maintaining a carbon-negative impact as a company. **An Inclusive Workplace**Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.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!