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ESS Clinical is seeking a Social Work School Licensed Clinical Social Worker for a local contract job in Golden, Colorado.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Licensed Clinical Social Worker
• Discipline: Social Work
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 36 weeks
• Employment Type: Local Contract

ESS Clinical is seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and qualified School Social Worker to support students within Jeffco Public Schools during the 2026–2027 school year.

The School Social Worker will provide school-based social work services to students and families while collaborating with teachers, administrators, special education teams, counselors, school psychologists, and community partners. The Social Worker will help students overcome barriers to learning and support their academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and overall well-being.

Pay starting from $70/hr up to $77/hr

Choice between W2 or 1099 opportunities

No Non Competes in our contracts!
 

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Social Work (MSW) from a regionally accredited institution.
• Current Colorado authorization/licensure appropriate for a School Social Worker position.
• Knowledge of school-based social work practices and interventions.
• Knowledge of special education processes and requirements.
• Knowledge of school and special education law.
• Knowledge of Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Experience or demonstrated preparation working with school-age children/students.
• Strong assessment, communication, documentation, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary school team.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and student confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively with students and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Successful completion of required background and fingerprint screening.
• Successful completion of all ESS Clinical and Jeffco Public Schools onboarding requirements.

Colorado Licensure Requirements

A Colorado Special Services Provider (SSP) license with a School Social Worker endorsement is required for a standard School Social Worker assignment in Jeffco Public Schools.

Colorado's School Social Worker endorsement serves students ages 0–21.

Candidates must meet one of the applicable Colorado pathways for School Social Worker authorization:

Pathway 1 – C-SSWS

A valid Certified School Social Work Specialist (C-SSWS) certification issued by the National Association of Social Workers may satisfy the applicable Colorado School Social Worker endorsement requirements.

Pathway 2 – MSW + Required Experience and Coursework

Candidates may qualify with:

• Master's degree or higher in Social Work.
• Supervised 900-clock-hour social work practicum.
• At least 200 hours working with school-age children/students.
• Documented coursework in:
  • School law
  • Special education law
  • Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)
  • Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)

Pathway 3 – Colorado LSW or LCSW

Candidates who hold a valid Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license may satisfy the applicable Colorado endorsement requirements when the required coursework in school/special education law, FBA, and BIPs is also verified.

Important Licensure Note

Candidates must have the appropriate Colorado authorization to work as a School Social Worker in a Colorado public school.

A general social work degree alone is not sufficient for a standard licensed School Social Worker position.

Colorado requires a license or authorization for employment as a special services provider in a Colorado public school, and the license must reflect the appropriate specialization.

Candidates who are still completing Colorado's School Social Worker licensure requirements may potentially qualify for a Temporary Educator Eligibility (TEE) authorization when applicable. TEE authorization is district-specific and requires a bachelor's degree or higher and enrollment in an approved preparation program, among other requirements.

Why Join ESS Clinical?

ESS Clinical connects qualified clinical and educational professionals with school districts to provide meaningful support to students and school communities.

As a School Social Worker with ESS Clinical, you will have the opportunity to make a direct impact on students' academic success, social-emotional development, mental health, and overall well-being while collaborating with dedicated school professionals.

Apply Today

If you are a qualified School Social Worker with the appropriate Colorado credentials and are looking for a full-time opportunity for the 2026–2027 school year, we encourage you to apply with ESS Clinical today!

ESS Clinical is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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ESS Clinical Job ID #3607. Posted job title: Licensed School Social Worker

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