What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Social Worker (LCSW) position at 5280 High School?
About 5280 Recovery High School:
5280 is Colorado's only recovery high school—serving youth in recovery from addiction. 5280 is a public charter school authorized by Denver Public Schools that provides a high-quality learning environment within a substance-free community. It is a small school of roughly 100 students with an extremely strong and collaborative community of staff and students. We are casting a wide net for candidates and would love to hear from you if you believe you are a great fit!
5280 High School is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of 5280 to afford equal employment and advancement opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, or any other classification that is protected under applicable local, state or federal law.
Overview:
5280 High school is seeking a dedicated, collaborative, and trauma-informed Social Worker to provide mental health support within our recovery high school community. As a recovery charter school committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, we serve students who struggle with substance misuse, eating disorders, mental health disorders and other self-destructive behaviors. Our students in recovery from mental health primary, require additional assistance with emotional regulation, coping skills, safety, and crisis management. The ideal candidate will align with our mission to prioritize relationships and student well-being, working closely with the Recovery Team, special education team and general education teachers to support all students.
Key Responsibilities:
Evaluating students to determine their needs and the support options that can help them
Document services and interventions provided
Referring students to community resources to help their specific situations
Collaborating with other care providers to coordinate services
Monitoring students mental health and overall well being
Maintaining records of treatments and services
Providing talk therapy
Responding to crisis situations
Participate in the appropriate meetings such as MTSS and service plan meetings
**This job has the flexibility to be a part-time position.
Strong commitment to the mission and vision of 5280 High School
Hold a CDE endorsement in School Social Work
Hold their Colorado Clinical Social Work license
Have a strong demonstration of success in working with diverse populations
Exhibit a growth mindset in the academic, social and behavioral success in all students
Be patient, flexible and empathetic when working with students, families and colleagues
Embrace diversity and inclusion
Experience administering a variety of formal social and emotional evaluations
Be passionate, creative and collaborative
Value divergent thinking and a student-centered approach to education
Background check and fingerprinting clearance
Salary : $65,000 - $72,000