Job Information
Amergis Elementary School Social Worker – Denver, CO – $52/hr in Denver, Colorado
School Social Worker – Denver, CO – $52/hr
Position Overview
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.
Assignment Details
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
Responsibilities
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
Minimum Requirements
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
Contact Information
Cyrus Vess
National Recruitment Manager
813-371-5185
davess@amergis.com
Benefits
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, CommonBond, 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.