School Social Worker

Intermountain Health • Denver, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The School Social Worker leverages clinical expertise to conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments, create and implement individualized treatment plans, and contribute to the development and implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), delivering exceptional care to day treatment patients. This role collaborates closely with patients, families, healthcare providers, insurers, community resources, and other stakeholders to assess patient needs, deliver services, coordinate care, develop transition plans, and advocate for patients. The position operates under the direct supervision of an LCSW. Essential Functions Works under the supervision of an identified LCSW, actively engaging in required supervision through meetings, consultations, and chart reviews. Utilizes trauma-informed care to build strong relationships with patients, interpret behaviors, and respond effectively to meet their needs. Conducts psychosocial assessments and provide psychotherapeutic interventions in alignment with the treatment and behavior plan. Administers assessment tools to screen for behavioral health symptoms and diagnoses. Coordinates the discharge planning process, screen patient needs, develop discharge plans, and collaborate with internal and external services for ongoing care. Completes accurate, timely documentation in the medical record to ensure clear communication with the care team. Meets productivity standards and expectations. Satisfies all Intermountain Health requirements and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master of Social Work degree from an accredited program (degree will be verified)
• Current State Licensure as a Licensed Social Worker or equivalent
• Current Colorado Department of Education (CDE) licensure as Special Services Provider (SSP) or Temporary Educator Eligibility (TEE) Authorization within 30 days of employment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Positive driving motor vehicle (DMV) record, proof of current automobile insurance coverage, and a copy of a valid and current Colorado driver's license
• Basic Life Support and First Aid within 90 days of employment

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a behavioral health setting
• Bi-lingual in Spanish

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments.
• Create and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Collaborate with patients, families, healthcare providers, insurers, community resources, and other stakeholders to assess patient needs, deliver services, coordinate care, develop transition plans, and advocate for patients.
• Actively engage in required supervision through meetings, consultations, and chart reviews.
• Utilize trauma-informed care to build strong relationships with patients, interpret behaviors, and respond effectively to meet their needs.
• Provide psychotherapeutic interventions in alignment with the treatment and behavior plan.
• Administer assessment tools to screen for behavioral health symptoms and diagnoses.
• Coordinate the discharge planning process, screen patient needs, develop discharge plans, and collaborate with internal and external services for ongoing care.
• Complete accurate, timely documentation in the medical record to ensure clear communication with the care team.
• Meet productivity standards and expectations.
• Satisfy all Intermountain Health requirements and perform other duties as assigned.
• Use crisis prevention intervention techniques including physical management of a child and running to prevent a runaway incident.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
• Up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution through the PEAK program.
• 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates, available through the PEAK program.
• Eligibility to participate in the PEAK program on day 1 of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees