Elementary School Social Worker – Denver

Overview

School Social Worker – Denver, CO – $52/hr

The School Social Worker collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to support students requiring social work services in the school setting. This role provides input into the development and implementation of IHPs and IEPs, supporting students’ social, emotional, and behavioral needs while promoting academic success.

• Location:
  
  Denver, CO
• Start Date:
  
  March 2, 2026
• End Date: 18-week assignment
• Schedule:
  
  Monday–Friday, full-time
• Hours:
  
  37.5 hours/week
• Daily
  
  Schedule:
  
  7:55 AM – 4:30 PM
• Pay Rate: $52/hour
• Grade Levels: K–5
• Student Population:
  Special education and general education students
• Caseload:
  Approximately 30–35 students
• Modality:
  In-person

• Provide school-based social work services to elementary students
• Collaborate with special education teams on IEP and IHP development
• Deliver interventions supporting social, emotional, and behavioral growth
• Work closely with families, staff, and related service providers
• Maintain documentation and compliance with professional standards

• Professional Educator License with School Social Worker (SSW) endorsement
• Active CDE SSP (School Social Worker) credential required
• Elementary school experience required
• MSW or LCSW may be required per contract
• Compliance with professional standards of practice
• CPR certification (if applicable)
• TB questionnaire, PPD, or chest X-ray (if applicable)
• Current health certificate (as required)
• Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Cyrus Vess

National Recruitment Manager

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

CO Specific Benefits:
Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical), Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account, 401(k), 401(k) Company Match, Profit Sharing, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Primary Caregiver Leave, Parental Leave, Life and Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Home and Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Transportation Benefits, Common Bond, Educational Assistance Program, College Partnership Program, Paid Time Off/Company Holidays

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.