Non-Paid Intern Social Worker (2026/2027 School Year)

Douglas County School District

13d•$0 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Serves students across all levels (PK-12) who require universal, targeted, and intensive intervention across special education and general education populations. Provides intervention at all levels of the MTSS framework including: consultation with parents and school staff regarding behavioral, social, and academic concerns; facilitation of social skills or other psycho-educational groups; and provision of evidence-based universal interventions. Utilizes demonstrated knowledge, skills, and commitment needed to provide direct and indirect services that help students succeed: academically, socially, behaviorally and emotionally. Completes safety assessments and provides crisis response with the guidance of supervisors. Provides special education services to students including direct services, such as individual counseling and group counseling with students, and indirect services, such as behavioral consultation with teachers, parents, and outside service providers. Conducts evaluations for educational eligibility such as Intellectual, Learning, Autism, Serious Emotional Disturbance, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Other Health Impairment. Also conducts evaluations for special education programming, such as Related Services Evaluations and Functional Behavioral Assessments. Demonstrates understanding and empathy necessary for working with students and their families. Collaborates with educators, parents, and other professionals to create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments that strengthen connections between home, school, and the community for all students. Interns will be provided support in these areas as they develop their practice and work under the supervision of a licensed school social worker. Must be in good standing in an accredited Social Work program and have met program requirements to begin the internship.

Requirements

Resume
Cover Letter
3 Letters of Recommendation
Students in the final year of MSW studies
Operate and use personal computers, related software and equipment (e.g., printer), telephone
Occasional lifting five (5) to ten (10) pounds
Frequent sitting
Occasional bending, squatting, or standing
Must be able and willing to obtain other certifications required for the position, including CPI certification
Actively seeks guidance from leadership to develop skills
Computer applications skills: Microsoft Office Google, IEP software, Infinite Campus
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Has the ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions
Has the ability to work cooperatively with supervisors and co-workers.
Is flexible
Maintains a generally positive attitude
Observes all District policies and procedures
Problem solving, organizational, and analytical skills
Verbal and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions
Special Service Provider Intern Authorization - Colorado Department of Education

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate, up to date, and appropriate records of every treatment/session delivered to students whether direct or indirect services.
Complete progress monitoring and progress reporting to obtain and communicate data regarding student advancement toward goals.
Complete evaluation reports.
Effectively implement crisis prevention, intervention, and response and recovery efforts
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
Communicate effectively (both written and oral skills) with varied audiences.
Effectively complete safety screenings and assessments.
Plan, organize, and implement appropriate instructional programming in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.
Effectively provide case management support.
Attend internship didactic and internship group supervision training sessions.
Establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships with school personnel, students and parents.
Support and establish a safe, inclusive and respectful learning environment for a diverse population of students in order to: alleviate barriers to learning, engage students as individuals with unique interests and strengths, and promote student success at the student’s developmental level.
Attend district professional development opportunities in the areas of mental health and special education.
Effectively provide consultation, individual and group counseling, participation in meetings, and gain knowledge of all elements of effective school social work provision.
Demonstrate expertise in assessment - FBA/BIP creation, data based decision-making skills, and psycho-educational practices, in order to plan, consult, collaborate and/or provide indirect and direct services to students.
Complete at least the minimum number of internship hours and supervision hours to successfully complete the internship.