School Social Worker: Champion Student Well-Being & Equity

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off

Health & wellness benefits

PERA Retirement

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Denver Public Schools is seeking a School Social Worker to provide direct and indirect social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health services to students. You will collaborate with families, school staff, and community partners to create supportive learning environments and improve student well-being.

The role requires a Master’s in Social Work, a Colorado Special Service Provider License for School Social Work, and a preference for an LCSW.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work required.
• Colorado SDE Special Service Provider License for School Social Work required.
• LCSW preferred.
• Experience in social work with students and families preferred.
• Commitment to equity and anti-oppression in education.

Responsibilities

• Consult with staff and parents to recommend developmentally appropriate services.
• Participate in crisis management, assess risk, and provide interventions and referrals.
• Provide social and emotional interventions for students individually and in groups.
• Collaborate with parents and school staff to develop behavior goals and interventions.
• Evaluate social-emotional needs under Section 504 and IDEA and set goals.
• Support district initiatives on social and emotional learning.
• Serve as liaison among students, homes, schools, and community resources.
• May participate in extra-duty activities as outlined in the bargaining agreement.

Skills

Crisis management

Counseling

Family and school collaboration

Section 504/IDEA knowledge

Cultural competence

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Colorado Department of Education Special Service Provider License - School Social Work

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred

Job description

Denver Public Schools is seeking a School Social Worker to provide direct and indirect social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health services to students. You will collaborate with families, school staff, and community partners to create supportive learning environments and improve student well-being.

The role requires a Master’s in Social Work, a Colorado Special Service Provider License for School Social Work, and a preference for an LCSW.