Contract Details: Amergis is seeking qualified School Counselor for the 2025/2026 school year in the Aurora, CO area. As locals to Colorado, we are excited to hear about your preferences, licensure status, and experience! If you’re interested in learning more about our 25/26 Contract Options, please apply now.
Local Contract Estimate: $55 – 60 / hour
Travel Contract Estimate: $2,200 – $2,500 / week
(Weekly Travel Rate Available for Out of State Applicants)
Role Details: The School Counselor/School Mental Health Worker provides counseling to students in need of counseling and/or support with their mental health needs. This individual should have experience with the student population, have experience with a wide range of abilities, and understand the process to hold and maintain Department of Education Licensure
Must hold a Master’s in School Counseling to be considered.
Amergis Advantages:
- Local Presence: Dedicated local office in Lakewood, providing a curated experience.
- Year-Round Support: Comprehensive support throughout the school year and beyond.
- Licensure Assistance: Personalized help with transferring your license to Colorado.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities for district changes, experiencing Colorado without full relocation, and recruiter advice and advocacy.
Health and Welfare Benefits:
- Medical/Prescription Plans: Three options with coverage for preventive care and prescription drugs.
- Dental and Vision Plans: Coverage for preventive services, dental care, and vision needs.
- Health Advocacy and Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to health advocates and confidential counseling.
Retirement and Financial Security:
- 401(k) Plan: Save up to $23,500 with traditional and Roth options.
- Insurance Plans: Short-term disability, life insurance, hospital bridge, hospital expense protection, critical illness, and accident insurance.
- Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance: Discounts on various voluntary insurance policies.
Lifestyle Benefits:
- College Partnerships: Tuition discounts and other benefits.
- Employee Discounts: Access to exclusive discounts and perks.
- Transportation Benefits: Pre-tax payroll dollars for parking and transit expenses.
Sick Time:
- Sick Time: Paid sick time available for eligible employees.
Minimum Requirements:
- Licensing/Certification according to state/facility/contract requirement
- The Counselor may be required to have an Associate’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree or Masters in Psychology, Addictions, Sociology, Social Work, Counseling, Nursing, or some other Human Development major per state, contract and/or facility guidelines.
- Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
- Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency program when applicable
- Current CPR if applicable
- TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
- Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
- Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
- Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site
- Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
- Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required
- Computer proficiency required
- Must be at least 18 years of age
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
**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.