Education, Staffing & Recruiting, Healthcare Services

School Social Worker

Plymouth, MNOnsiteFull Time$60,000–$80,000 /yrPosted 4 days ago

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Required skills

School Social Worker
Elementary Special Education
Setting III
social-emotional
behavioral needs
trauma-informed care
restorative practices
crisis prevention
de-escalation
IEP meetings

Nice to have

small caseload
specialized caseload
growing program
clinical support
mentorship
materials database

Role summary

AnthroMed Education is seeking a full-time School Social Worker for the 2026-2027 school year in Plymouth, MN, to support an elementary Setting III special education program. This role involves working with a small, specialized caseload of students with significant social-emotional and behavioral needs, providing direct and indirect services, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include developing BIPs, participating in FBAs and IEP meetings, crisis intervention, and supporting program leadership. The position offers competitive salary, benefits including 100% employer-paid medical insurance, and strong clinical support.

School Social Worker | 2026–2027 School Year

Plymouth, MN | Elementary Special Education – Setting III | Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

Starting Salary: $60,000–$80,000 annually (based on experience)

Full-time position available

Benefits: 100% employer-paid medical insurance, 401(k) match, PTO aligned to the school calendar, licensure & continuing education reimbursement

Make a meaningful impact with a small, specialized caseload, a collaborative team, and the opportunity to help shape a growing program.

Hello School Social Workers! AnthroMed Education is a team of former educators and clinicians dedicated to connecting passionate professionals with school communities while providing the clinical support they deserve. We're hiring a School Social Worker in Plymouth, MN to support and help lead an elementary social-emotional program, starting ASAP for the remainder of the 2026–2027 school year.

This is a wonderful opportunity for an experienced School Social Worker who enjoys working closely with students who have significant social-emotional and behavioral needs. You'll work with a small, specialized caseload alongside an established team of educators and support professionals, with a dedicated space of your own and the opportunity to influence the growth of an expanding program.

What Your Role Will Look Like

Openings: 1 full-time School Social Worker position

Schedule: 1.0 FTE, starting ASAP through the remainder of the school year

Setting: Elementary school, specialized Setting III special education program

Caseload: Small, specialized caseload of students with significant social-emotional and behavioral needs

Service Model: Combination of direct and indirect services, including individual and small-group support, classroom-based interventions, and consultation

Program Leadership: Help guide daily programming, maintain classroom structure, and support individualized behavioral and social-emotional interventions

Collaboration: Work alongside a licensed special education teacher, paraprofessionals, school administration, and related service providers

Additional Support: Dedicated room, established team structure, and a trauma-sensitive, restorative approach to student support

In this role, you'll help develop and implement Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), participate in Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and IEP meetings, provide crisis prevention and de-escalation support, and collaborate with families and school staff to create a consistent, supportive learning environment.

Clinical Support Through AnthroMed

We invest in our clinicians so they feel confident and supported in their roles. You’ll receive:

Regular caseload support and mentorship from our Clinical Support Director

Bi-weekly team meetings for collaboration, networking, and case support

Access to a generous materials database plus an additional stipend

100% reimbursement for licensure fees and continuing education

Qualifications

Bachelor's or master's degree in Social Work

Eligible for or holding a Minnesota PELSB School Social Worker license (Tier 3 or Tier 4), along with current licensure through the Minnesota Board of Social Work

Strong collaboration skills and interest in school-based practice

Experience supporting students with significant social-emotional and behavioral needs, including knowledge of trauma-informed care, restorative practices, and crisis intervention

Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams

Benefits:

100% free health insurance*

$2,000 relocation bonus when applicable

401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting*

Generous PTO including school breaks, snow days, and holidays

100% reimbursement for licensure dues and continuing education

Annual therapy materials stipend*

Mileage reimbursement

W-2 employment with professional and general liability insurance coverage

$2,000 referral bonus opportunities

No non-compete clauses

Clinician-specific CEUs and access to a robust clinical resource portal

One-on-one caseload support and clinical guidance from experienced school-based professionals

A collaborative, collegial culture where clinicians are trusted, respected, and genuinely supported

*For full-time employees (30+ hours)

Why AnthroMed

AnthroMed Education exists to support the people who show up for students every day. Our team is made up of former educators and clinicians who understand the realities of school-based work. We prioritize thoughtful placements, strong mentorship, and long-term support so you can focus on your students and your growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

AnthroMed Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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