School Social Worker — Elevate Student Wellness & Equity

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off

Health benefits

PERA Retirement

Job summary

Denver Public Schools is seeking a School Social Worker to deliver direct and indirect social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health services to students and families. Collaboration with staff and community partners is essential to create supportive learning environments.

The role focuses on improving student social and psychological functioning, with opportunities to participate in district initiatives on social and emotional learning and to advocate for students facing inequities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in social work.
• Current Colorado SSPD license for School Social Work required.
• LCSW preferred; experience in school settings is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Consult with staff and families to develop developmentally appropriate services.
• Provide social and emotional interventions for students individually or in groups.
• Collaborate with administrators, educators and community resources to support students.

Skills

Crisis management

Counseling

Collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Colorado Dept of Education Special Services Provider License - School Social Work

Job description

Denver Public Schools is seeking a School Social Worker to deliver direct and indirect social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health services to students and families. Collaboration with staff and community partners is essential to create supportive learning environments.

The role focuses on improving student social and psychological functioning, with opportunities to participate in district initiatives on social and emotional learning and to advocate for students facing inequities.