School Psychologist

Social Worker | Granby, CO| Full-time 2024/2025

Full time

Elementary Caseload

Full School Year

Hiring Asap

Pay: $38-50an hour

CO Social Worker LicensureRequired

Job responsibilities:
1. Assessment and Evaluation
Conduct Client Assessments: Evaluate the physical, emotional, social, and economic needs of clients by conducting interviews, home visits, or case studies.
Develop Care Plans: Create individualized care or treatment plans based on the needs of the client. These plans often include interventions, referrals to resources, and strategies for addressing challenges such as mental health or financial instability.
Ongoing Progress Monitoring: Regularly monitor and evaluate clients' progress and adjust care plans as necessary, ensuring that interventions remain effective.
2. Counseling and Support
Provide Emotional and Psychological Support: Offer one-on-one or group counseling sessions to clients facing personal, emotional, or family difficulties, helping them cope with issues such as trauma, grief, substance abuse, or mental health disorders.
Crisis Intervention: Respond to crisis situations such as domestic violence, child abuse, or mental health emergencies, offering immediate support and connecting clients to emergency services.
Develop Coping Strategies: Help clients develop coping strategies and life skills to manage their challenges, empowering them to navigate social, emotional, and economic stressors.
3. Resource and Referral Services
Connect Clients to Resources: Provide information and referrals to community resources such as housing assistance, food banks, healthcare, mental health services, employment programs, or legal aid.
Advocate for Clients Needs: Advocate on behalf of clients to ensure they receive the necessary resources and services from government agencies, nonprofits, and other organizations.
Coordinate Services: Work with community organizations, healthcare providers, and government agencies to coordinate services for clients, ensuring comprehensive care and support.
4. Case Management
Maintain Case Files: Keep detailed records of client interactions, assessments, treatment plans, progress, and outcomes in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Monitor Client Progress: Track clients' adherence to their care plans, follow-up on referrals, and ensure they are receiving the resources and services needed for their well-being.
Advocate for Systemic Support: Collaborate with schools, hospitals, legal agencies, or social service organizations to ensure that clients receive holistic care, including legal support, education, or rehabilitation.
5. Collaboration and Multidisciplinary Teamwork
Work with Other Professionals: Collaborate with healthcare providers, school staff, law enforcement, mental health professionals, and other social workers to provide comprehensive care to clients.
Participate in Multidisciplinary Meetings: Attend meetings with educators, therapists, physicians, and community leaders to discuss clients progress, plan interventions, and improve service delivery.
Collaborate with Families: Engage with clients' families to ensure they are involved in the care process and understand the steps being taken to support their loved ones.
6. Advocacy and Policy Work
Advocate for Policy Changes: Promote policies and practices that address social justice issues, poverty reduction, mental health access, and improved social services within the local community or statewide.
Community Outreach and Education: Conduct outreach programs to educate the community on topics such as domestic violence prevention, substance abuse treatment, or mental health awareness.
Advocate for Marginalized Populations: Work on behalf of marginalized or vulnerable populations (e.g., the homeless, refugees, foster children) to ensure they have access to essential services and rights.
7. Crisis Management and Emergency Support
Crisis Response: Provide emergency support during crises such as domestic abuse, homelessness, or mental health breakdowns, ensuring clients have access to safe housing, medical care, or legal services.
Emergency Shelter and Support: Help clients access emergency shelters, food assistance, and medical care, particularly in urgent situations such as natural disasters or domestic violence.
Suicide Prevention: Implement suicide prevention protocols for at-risk individuals, including providing counseling, safety planning, and coordination with emergency services when necessary.
8. Advancing Cultural Competency and Diversity
Promote Inclusive Practices: Work with diverse populations, including individuals from various ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds, ensuring that interventions and services are sensitive to their cultural and personal values.
Understand Social and Cultural Dynamics: Stay informed about the social, cultural, and legal dynamics affecting marginalized or minority populations, particularly in urban and rural Colorado areas.
Train and Educate Others: Provide training to colleagues, community members, and service providers on cultural competency, diversity, and anti-discrimination practices.
9. Compliance with State Regulations
Adhere to Colorado State Laws and Policies: Ensure compliance with Colorados laws and regulations surrounding child protection, elder care, and mental health services, such as mandatory reporting laws.
Maintain Licensure and Continuing Education: Complete continuing education and licensure requirements, staying updated on social work best practices, state guidelines, and ethical standards.
Data Collection and Reporting: Document services, assessments, and outcomes in a manner consistent with state and federal laws, ensuring confidentiality and ethical data management.
10. Specialized Roles and Settings
School Social Workers: Assist students in overcoming social, emotional, and behavioral challenges that affect their academic performance. Provide support for at-risk youth, students with disabilities, and those experiencing family or community issues.
Medical or Healthcare Social Workers: Work in hospitals or clinics to assist patients with chronic illnesses, rehabilitation, discharge planning, and emotional support. Help patients navigate health insurance, medical treatment options, and long-term care.
Child and Family Social Workers: Provide support for families in crisis, including those dealing with child abuse, neglect, foster care, or adoption. Ensure child safety and well-being through advocacy and intervention services.