State of Colorado
Social Work/Counselor I- Benefits Specialist - CMHHIP Social Work.
State of Colorado, Pueblo, Colorado, United States, 81004
Social Work/Counselor I - Benefits Specialist - CMHHIP Social Work
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Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo (CMHHIP) – Social Work / Counselor I – Full Time
As a cornerstone of the Pueblo community for over a century, Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo (CMHHIP) is a leading employer, provider of quality mental health services, and a community partner. CMHHIP is a 24-hour behavioral health acute care facility that provides a safe, secure, and therapeutic setting for patients with psychiatric and medical issues. The services include evaluation and treatment for patients who are severely mentally ill, with the goal of returning patients to their optimal level of functioning and assisting them in returning to the community as appropriate.
This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies both full and part time. This recruitment is only open to current Colorado residents.
About the Position Under supervision of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), the Social Worker provides psychosocial therapies and individual, family, and group treatment to severely emotionally disturbed or cognitively impaired patients and their families. Duties include assessments, disposition planning, interagency communication, and ensuring continued appropriate level of services following discharge. Individualizes psychosocial therapy approaches and provides training and consultation to other professional staff.
Responsibilities
Completes psychosocial assessments by interviewing, collaborating, analyzing, and synthesizing social histories to inform treatment planning and continuity of care.
Provides required documentation; conducts annual psychosocial assessments for patients in hospital over 1 year when applicable.
Community Reintegration: coordinates discharge planning, assesses community resource needs, and coordinates appropriate placements and treatment programs; acts as liaison between hospital and community agencies; provides case management and referrals to community services; attends related meetings.
Treatments Planning: contributes to direction and formulation of treatment plans; collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to design interventions; ensures patient and family education needs are met; provides necessary documentation.
Treatment: provides individual, family, group therapy and systemic interventions respecting diversity; documents treatment activities.
Professional Development: stays current with theories and practices; collaborates to gather outcome data and evaluates treatment effectiveness; documents progress as required.
Other Duties as Assigned: performs additional duties as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Four (4) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position, or
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience equal to four (4) years.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters in Social Work (MSW)
Knowledge of casework methods, human growth and behavior, and related treatment practices
Knowledge of interviewing skills and techniques; ability to express ideas effectively in writing and speech
Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions
Conditions of Employment
May work various shifts; must possess a current, unrestricted Colorado driver's license
Two-step TB screening is required of all new employees upon hire
Pre-employment background check required due to direct contact with vulnerable persons; certain charges/convictions may disqualify
No romantic or sexual relationships with patients; disclosure required on application
Pass CMHIP New Employee Orientation modules and competency assessments
Physical requirements for CTI and CPR; travel may be required
Annual influenza vaccination; other health and safety requirements
Former CDHS employees terminated for disciplinary reasons may have restricted eligibility
Appeal Rights If you are eliminated from consideration, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. Submit the appeal on the official form to the addresses provided within ten (10) calendar days of notice. For details, visit spb.colorado.gov or contact the State Personnel Board at (303) 866-3300.
Supplemental Information How To Apply For additional recruiting questions, please contact jazzma.gamboa@state.co.us.
About Us CDHS is committed to serving Coloradans with high-quality human services. We offer comprehensive benefits including retirement plans, health coverage, paid leave, and work-life programs. Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. See our site for details.
Our values: people-first service; balance and quality of life; accountability; transparency; ethics; collaboration; commitment to diversity and culturally responsive programs. CDHS provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
The campus of the Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo is tobacco-free. The State of Colorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Social Work/Counselor I - Benefits Specialist - CMHHIP Social Work
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State of Colorado .
Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo (CMHHIP) – Social Work / Counselor I – Full Time
As a cornerstone of the Pueblo community for over a century, Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo (CMHHIP) is a leading employer, provider of quality mental health services, and a community partner. CMHHIP is a 24-hour behavioral health acute care facility that provides a safe, secure, and therapeutic setting for patients with psychiatric and medical issues. The services include evaluation and treatment for patients who are severely mentally ill, with the goal of returning patients to their optimal level of functioning and assisting them in returning to the community as appropriate.
This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies both full and part time. This recruitment is only open to current Colorado residents.
About the Position Under supervision of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), the Social Worker provides psychosocial therapies and individual, family, and group treatment to severely emotionally disturbed or cognitively impaired patients and their families. Duties include assessments, disposition planning, interagency communication, and ensuring continued appropriate level of services following discharge. Individualizes psychosocial therapy approaches and provides training and consultation to other professional staff.
Responsibilities
Completes psychosocial assessments by interviewing, collaborating, analyzing, and synthesizing social histories to inform treatment planning and continuity of care.
Provides required documentation; conducts annual psychosocial assessments for patients in hospital over 1 year when applicable.
Community Reintegration: coordinates discharge planning, assesses community resource needs, and coordinates appropriate placements and treatment programs; acts as liaison between hospital and community agencies; provides case management and referrals to community services; attends related meetings.
Treatments Planning: contributes to direction and formulation of treatment plans; collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to design interventions; ensures patient and family education needs are met; provides necessary documentation.
Treatment: provides individual, family, group therapy and systemic interventions respecting diversity; documents treatment activities.
Professional Development: stays current with theories and practices; collaborates to gather outcome data and evaluates treatment effectiveness; documents progress as required.
Other Duties as Assigned: performs additional duties as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Four (4) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position, or
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience equal to four (4) years.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters in Social Work (MSW)
Knowledge of casework methods, human growth and behavior, and related treatment practices
Knowledge of interviewing skills and techniques; ability to express ideas effectively in writing and speech
Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions
Conditions of Employment
May work various shifts; must possess a current, unrestricted Colorado driver's license
Two-step TB screening is required of all new employees upon hire
Pre-employment background check required due to direct contact with vulnerable persons; certain charges/convictions may disqualify
No romantic or sexual relationships with patients; disclosure required on application
Pass CMHIP New Employee Orientation modules and competency assessments
Physical requirements for CTI and CPR; travel may be required
Annual influenza vaccination; other health and safety requirements
Former CDHS employees terminated for disciplinary reasons may have restricted eligibility
Appeal Rights If you are eliminated from consideration, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. Submit the appeal on the official form to the addresses provided within ten (10) calendar days of notice. For details, visit spb.colorado.gov or contact the State Personnel Board at (303) 866-3300.
Supplemental Information How To Apply For additional recruiting questions, please contact jazzma.gamboa@state.co.us.
About Us CDHS is committed to serving Coloradans with high-quality human services. We offer comprehensive benefits including retirement plans, health coverage, paid leave, and work-life programs. Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. See our site for details.
Our values: people-first service; balance and quality of life; accountability; transparency; ethics; collaboration; commitment to diversity and culturally responsive programs. CDHS provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
The campus of the Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo is tobacco-free. The State of Colorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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