Local Pay: $45 - 50/hrThe Social Worker collaborates with the multidisciplinary team and provides input in the development of the IHP/IEP for students requiring social work intervention and support in the school setting. Shifts: M-F (37.5hrs)Contract: 24-25 School YearLocation: Near or around Golden, CO Start Date: Near 08/08/24Certification: SSP or TEE LicensePrimary Responsibilities: mental health service delivery for students with disabilities, special education evaluation, student de-escalation and crisis responsePosition Types: working exclusively with center programs and working with students with mild/moderate disabilitiesEssential Duties and Responsibilities: Establishes a set of rules and procedures that are appropriate for therapeutic setting and are within the parameter of the full instructional programDesigns and develops appropriate individualized service plans that are based on the IEP and supports the curriculum using diagnostic information from a variety of assessments and assessment processesUses available and appropriate resources as a bridge to the instructional programEffectively transitions students from therapy to classroom and classroom to therapyPlans in collaboration with the educational team for the prevention and intervention of inappropriate behaviors, while maintaining the dignity of the studentEngages student in providing positive feedback using effective reinforcement techniquesInteracts effectively with (a) students, (b)family members, (c)educational team members, and (d) professionals outside the organizationKnowledgeable about general development and the impact of the disability on the student and his/her familyUtilizes community, state and national resources where necessary to promote the safety and welfare of studentsCollaborates with all assigned students and educational support staff as well as any assigned student teachers, interns, and volunteers working in the school for the welfare and safety of all students while in the classroom, on school grounds, during before and after-school activitiesAdheres to Amergis and District policies and procedures Minimum Requirements: Holds a Professional Educator License with School Social Worker (SSW) endorsement as required by state, contract and/or facilityMay be required to have MSW or LCSW per state, contract or facilityComplies with all relevant professional standards of practice Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable Current CPR if applicable TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) Must meet all federal, state and local requirements Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required Computer proficiency required Must be at least 18 years of age