Clinical Social Worker (Instructor of Clinical Practice)

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Social Worker is responsible for providing comprehensive support and interventions to families and children with type 1 diabetes who are navigating the complexities of a new diagnosis, as well as ongoing psychosocial challenges related to their condition. This role plays a critical part in both the initial adjustment period and long-term management, focusing on optimizing the well-being of patients and enhancing their ability to cope with the social and emotional demands of their medical circumstances with a special focus on serving our Latino and Spanish-speaking patient population. At the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes (BDC) Pediatric Division, you'll be part of an American Diabetes Association recognized clinic where every role is essential in shaping the future of pediatric diabetes care. Our multidisciplinary team, including nurses, dietitians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, social workers, and pediatric endocrinologists, is not only equipped with the highest certification in diabetes care but is also at the forefront of research that advances glucose monitoring technologies and treatment methods. Here, you'll have the unique opportunity to impact the lives of children and adolescents, ensuring that by the time they step into adulthood, they are confident and capable in managing their diabetes. Your expertise helps cultivate a supportive environment that empowers families to achieve optimal long-term health outcomes, significantly reducing the risk of complications and enhancing the quality of life for our patients. Your contributions are valued and your professional growth is actively supported. The clinic is recognized by the American Diabetes Association and our nurses, dietitians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and social workers are Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work (MSW)
Must possess a Clinical License (LCSW) or be eligible for a clinical license within 6 months to practice in Colorado.
Case management or medical case management experience.
Previous mental health clinical experience.
Understanding of ethnic and economic diversity impacts on chronic medical condition management.
Use of evidence-based interventions in children and families.
Assessment of mental health needs, including substance use and its effects on access to care.
Knowledge of child protection issues and mandated reporting of abuse and neglect.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to demonstrate fluency and clarity in written communication.
Display clear, personally sensitive, and culturally competent verbal communication.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Strategic planning, priority setting, and achieving clinical objectives.
Strong organizational skills, including experience with suicide risk assessment.
Basic computer proficiency for charting and data entry.
Maintain high standards of existing diabetes program.
Flexibility and adaptability to changing circumstances.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual: Spanish preferred
Experience working with pediatric populations
Experience with managing chronic medical conditions such as Type 1 Diabetes and understanding their impact on children and families.

Responsibilities

Provide psychosocial support/intervention and care to newly diagnosed and established children with type 1 diabetes.
Provide the mental health assessment component in interdisciplinary care of patients and makes appropriate referrals for treatment.
Provide brief interventions to patients and families during clinic visits.
Work closely with Spanish speaking patients and caregivers to support access to healthcare, community resources, and ongoing diabetes education.
Participate in and co facilitate group medical visits for Spanish speaking patients and families.
Phone consultations with patients, other medical professionals, and protective services/court officials to advocate around medical care of diabetes.
Provide ongoing education to the community, medical professionals and students.
Will participate in new and ongoing diabetes clinical research.