Part-time Social Worker (2022-2023) [Immediate Start]
Full Time
Denver, CO
Posted
Job description
School Social Worker
WHO WE ARE
At DSST Public Schools, we are proud to be the largest and highest-performing network of public charter schools in Denver and Aurora with 100% of our students having been accepted into college or post secondary programs since our inception in 2004. When you join DSST, you play a part in ensuring ALL students at our 16 schools have access to a transformational and joyful education. We encourage you to visit our
website
to learn more about why we’ve been selected as the 2018 Broad Prize Winner and as a Denver Post “Top Place to Work”.
Not interested right now but might be in the future, or want to learn about other positions? Apply to our Talent Pipeline
here
to connect with a member of our Talent Team.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Part Time School Based Social Worker
GRADE LEVEL: Middle and High School
LOCATION: Currently hiring at multiple locations. See a map of our 16 schools
here
.
SALARY: $26,000-$29,120 based on years of experience.
STATUS: Part time, benefits in-eligible, exempt, in-person position (Denver, CO)
START: Immediate. You can view the 2022-2023 School Year Calendar
here
.
KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Our School Social Workers provide social services and assistance to improve the social and emotional functioning of students and their families in order to maximize academic functioning and achievement. Additionally, our School Social Workers:
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Participate in crisis management by implementing protocols, providing counseling and/or making referrals
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Counsel students, parents (in groups and individually) and consults with staff in the development of appropriate behavior goals
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Respond to referrals and or reported cases from teachers, administrators, other school personnel, parents, students, self, and community agencies such as the Department of Human Services
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Serve as a liaison between students, homes, schools, family services, child guidance clinics, courts, protective services, doctors, and other contacts, to help children who face problems such as disabilities, abuse, or poverty
Student Evaluation and Services
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Support formal assessment for students that helps the DSST team and families to better understand each learner’s needs
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Lead on functional behavior assessments and intervention plans to support student needs
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Provide services to students in a variety of settings-one on one counseling sessions, small groups, and implementing curriculums to address student needs and reduce barriers to learning
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Collaborate with school and network team members to determine the services needed for each student, based on their IEP goals and requirements, their personal goals, and other school-based goals for their learning and development
Team Participation
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DSST School Social Workers are critical parts of several teams on staff at DSST including the Special Education team, staff teams, and culture teams
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Work in collaboration with Special Education Team to make team recommendations, complete reevaluations, and conduct long-term planning and vision work for the improvement of services
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Bring expertise with Behavior Intervention Plans, student observation with data collection, and accommodation and intervention
Professional Development
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Engage in the staff learning and growth cycle of feedback at DSST, including peer surveys, supervisor surveys, family surveys, and ongoing coaching and development cycles
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Engage in regular professional development as part of a mental health team to improve services.
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Participate in school-based professional development
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Participate in Denver Public Schools trainings as needed
IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS
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Proven commitment to and experience with serving students of color, students with disabilities, and/or multilingual students
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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An unwavering belief that all students can succeed in high school, reach their most ambitious post-secondary goals, and lead exemplary lives
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Desire to personally professionally grow in their practice of becoming an anti-racist educator
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Self-awareness, a regular practice of reflection, and a desire to continuously improve
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Bachelor's Degree
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In order to be qualified for this role, applicants must have a Special Service Provider License or apply for one.
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The following is what is required for our social workers to get their initial Special Services Provider License:
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Masters in Social Work
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Class in School Social Work during Masters Program
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Pass the LCSW Exam through the ASWB
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If you don't meet these requirements, but have a masters in Social Work, please still apply and we will reach out with next steps.
INTERVIEW EXPECTATIONS
For most of our positions, we hire on a rolling basis. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible! You can learn more about what to expect in our interview process
here
.
TOTAL REWARDS
At DSST, we know that our people are the greatest asset we have in reaching our mission of eliminating educational inequity. We work hard to build a work culture that allows our staff to not only feel fulfilled by the work they do but also feel supported to live a joyful, healthy life. We want this work to be your life’s work.
Check out our website
and
our benefits page
to learn how we deliver on this promise.
REFERRAL
Know someone who would be a great fit? Refer them
here
! Anyone can refer a candidate and we offer a $500 referral bonus for every successful referral.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
DSST Public Schools is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not exclude participation in, deny benefits to or discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, National origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), Age (40 and older), Disability, Genetic information (including employer requests for, or purchase, use, or disclosure of genetic tests, genetic services, or family medical history), retaliation for filing a charge, reasonably opposing discrimination, or participating in a discrimination lawsuit, investigation, or proceeding in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. The employee must lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds. The employee must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
DSST Public Schools Overview:
DSST Public Schools (DSST) operates a network of tuition-free, open-enrollment public STEM charter schools. DSST schools operate within the Denver Public Schools (DPS) and Aurora Public Schools (APS) districts. Our schools focus on building a community where students and staff are valued for their unique talents. Meaningful relationships are at the core of our model which is why our schools are small enough so that every student is known and valued for their individuality. We have developed systems and structures to ensure our students will be prepared for college, career and life. The student population across the DSST network is 84% students of color and 71% qualify for free and reduced lunch. This year, DSST will serve approximately 6,000 students at fifteen schools on nine campuses across Denver and Aurora.
DSST Public Schools employees support each other not only to have fulfilling careers, but more importantly, to lead fulfilling lives that combines deeply meaningful professional work with personal well-being. Our core values are central to our program and to our results. These values are embedded in everything that we do and how we do it, both for our students and our staff. The six DSST core values are:
Respect - We appreciate each person and their story through our words, actions, and attitudes. We value their unique perspective and treat others with dignity.
Responsibility - We acknowledge that our actions and choices impact ourselves and our community. We take ownership for what we do and how we choose to do it.
Integrity - We act and speak with honesty, fairness, and thoughtfulness. We consistently align our words and actions.
Courage - We possess the confidence and resolve to take risks, push ourselves, and persevere in the face of pressure, adversity or unfamiliar circumstances.
Curiosity - We are eager to learn, questions, and explore. We have a thirst for knowledge, a love of investigation, and a desire to learn about ourselves, our community, and our world.
Doing Your Best - We put our best effort into everything we do. We know that individual and collective effort are required for our community to thrive.
Responsibility - We acknowledge that our actions and choices impact ourselves and our community. We take ownership for what we do and how we choose to do it.
Integrity - We act and speak with honesty, fairness, and thoughtfulness. We consistently align our words and actions.
Courage - We possess the confidence and resolve to take risks, push ourselves, and persevere in the face of pressure, adversity or unfamiliar circumstances.
Curiosity - We are eager to learn, questions, and explore. We have a thirst for knowledge, a love of investigation, and a desire to learn about ourselves, our community, and our world.
Doing Your Best - We put our best effort into everything we do. We know that individual and collective effort are required for our community to thrive.
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