School Social Worker

Ampersand Therapy • Champaign, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

School Social Worker – 2025–2026 School Year – In‑Person 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 School Social Workers for the 2025–2026 school year . We offer full-time and part-time in-person opportunities across Illinois school districts. If you're looking for a mission-driven team that values your expertise and supports your professional growth—we’d love to connect. Position Details Start Date: August 2025 Schedule: Full-time or part-time Location: In-person (Illinois) Setting: Elementary school, single-building caseloads Caseload & building assignments: Discussed during interview Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)
• Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Social Worker endorsement

Nice To Haves

• Experience in schools or special education is a plus
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a major asset but not required

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

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level