Social Worker I - CMHHIP - Pueblo

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　　Social Worker I - CMHHIP - Pueblo

　　Salary

　　$2,488.00 - $2,563.20 Biweekly

　　Location

　　Pueblo, CO

　　Job Type

　　Full Time

　　Job Number

　　IIB 01121 01/18/2024

　　Department

　　Colorado Department of Human Services

　　Division

　　OBH - CMHIP

　　Opening Date

　　01/18/2024

　　FLSA

　　Determined by Position

　　Primary Physical Work Address

　　1600 W. 24th Street, Pueblo, CO 81003

　　FLSA Status

　　Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

　　Description

　　Benefits

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　　Department Information

　　This position is open ONLY to current Colorado state residents.

　　Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

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　　CDHSCareers

　　Colorado Mental Health Hospital Pueblo (CMHHP)

　　This work unit exists to provide inpatient psychiatric evaluations and treatment for severely emotionally disturbed and/or cognitively impaired older adults who cannot be safely or adequately treated in the community. The treatment program is designed to eliminate symptoms and behaviors of patients such as suicidality, assaultiveness, psychosis depression and agitation which make them a danger to themselves or others, or gravely disabled, although the majority of patients are hospitalized with a forensic legal status. The purpose is to increase their mental health capacity in order to return them to their community to live safe, productive lives. Direct treatment utilizing individual, family, group work and psycho-educational treatment is provided.

　　Description of Job

　　This position exists to provide, under an LCSW, therapeutic interventions including psychosocial therapies, individual, family and group treatment to severely emotionally disturbed/cognitively impaired patients and their families. This position does assessments and disposition planning, interagency communication with residential care facilities, social services, community mental centers, etc., to ensure continued appropriate level services following discharge. Individualizes psychosocial therapy approaches to meet the specific needs of the patient population. Provide training and consultation to other professional staff.

　　Job Duties:

　　Under the Supervision of a LCSW the Social Worker will complete psychosocial assessments by interviewing, collaborating, analyzing, and assimilating social histories that demonstrate the relationship among current behavior problems, environmental resources, and support systems.

　　This assessment generates a clinical summary and treatment recommendations that will predictably affect treatment and continuity of care in the community.

　　Provide documentation as required.

　　If the patient has been in the hospital for over 1 year the social worker will complete an annual psychosocial assessment

　　Under the supervision of a LCSW the social worker will coordinate discharge planning, through evaluation and assessment of patient’s needs as they relate to available community resources and exploring and mobilizing those resources.

　　Is the liaison between hospital and community agencies.

　　Identifies and chooses appropriate community placements and treatment programs

　　Provides case management by making appropriate referrals to community agencies, networking and directing reciprocal relationships with community agencies, Social Security, Social Services, Court system, jails, DOC, probation, parole, DYC, attorneys, CMHC, CCB, nursing, boarding, and group homes, individuals and families.

　　Attend meetings with the above mentioned agencies. Written or typed documentation of above

　　Under the Supervision of a LCSW the Social Worker will participates in the direction and formulation of treatment plans and reviews.

　　Collaborates with multidisciplinary treatment team by recommending and designing treatment interventions, which will meet patient and family education and therapeutic needs. Provide required documentation.

　　Under the supervision of a LCSW the Social Worker will assess patient and family education needs and identifies readiness to learn, motivation, strengths and barriers to the learning process.

　　Provide ongoing psycho/social education that is relevant to individual, social, environmental factors, medical regimen, to enhance mental health growth and stability.

　　Educate patient and family regarding related symptoms of their disorders, symptom management, risk factors, relapse prevention and level of care needs. Provide documentation.

　　Under the Supervision of an LCSW the Social Worker will provide individual, family, group therapy and system interventions utilizing social work theoretical framework and methods with consideration of ethnic, cultural, religious and sexual diversity.

　　Keeps updated to state of the art of theories for assessment and treatment of the psychiatrically impaired patient, and as appropriate, for the patient dually diagnosed with dementia, developmental disability or substance –related disorder.

　　Works with other team members to gather appropriate outcome data to assess effectiveness of treatment.

　　Other duties as assigned.

　　Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

　　Minimum Qualifications:

　　Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Social Work, Counseling, Mental Health or a field of study related to the work assignment.Substitutions:

　　Appropriate experience in Social Work will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hrs per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a pro-rated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.

　　Preferred Qualifications and Competencies:

　　Masters in Social Work (MSW)

　　Knowledge of casework methods, techniques, and their applications to work problems

　　Knowledge of the principles of human growth and behavior, basic sociological and psychological treatment and therapy practices

　　Knowledge of interviewing skills and techniques

　　Ability to express ideas effectively, orally and in writing

　　Ability to use interviewing skills and techniques effectively

　　Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions

　　Conditions of Employment:

　　A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process as this position is deemed to have direct contact with vulnerable persons. Felony convictions, conviction of crimes of moral turpitude, or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges or convictions, it is your responsibility to provide the CDHS Background Unit with an official disposition of any charges. Additionally, you will be required take and pass a drug screen.

　　Current and valid Colorado Driver's License.

　　Position transports patients and may travel to training, conferences or meetings.

　　Must successfully pass a TB (tuberculosis) Test.

　　This position will be paid biweekly.

　　Evening and/or weekend treatment services may be required.

　　Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency

　　services to ensure health, safety, and welfare.

　　Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS. APPEAL RIGHTS:

　　If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

　　An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ([email protected]), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

　　For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

　　f you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

　　An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ([email protected]), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

　　For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

　　Supplemental Information

　　How to Apply (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#how-to-apply)

　　The Assessment Process

　　For additional recruiting questions, please contact joel.drahos @state.co.us

　　About Us:

　　If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs) (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:

　　Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan www.copera.org plus 401(k) and 457 plans

　　Medical and dental health plans

　　Employer supplemented Health Savings Account

　　Paid life insurance

　　Short- and long-term disability coverage

　　11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave

　　BenefitHub state employee discount program

　　Employee Wellness program MotivateMe

　　Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more

　　Remote work arrangements for eligible positions

　　*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more

　　information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs .

　　Our Values:

　　We believe in a people-first approach: To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans .

　　Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.

　　We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.

　　Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.

　　We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.

　　Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.

　　We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

　　ADAA Accommodations: CDHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at [email protected] or call 1-800-929-0791.

　　THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#eoe)

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　　THE CAMPUS OF THE COLORADO MENTAL HEALTH HOSPITAL OF PUEBLO IS TOBACCO FREE.

　　The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits

　　Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.

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　　If you are a current or previous state employee, please provide the following information for each state job worked: department, job title, dates worked. This will allow us to determine transfer, demotion, promotional, or reinstatement status. (This information will be verified.)

　　02

　　If you are a former State of Colorado employee, please provide your EID (employee identification number will start with 99....), if not applicable type N/A.

　　03

　　Former State employees who were disciplinary terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. If you are a former state employee who was disciplinary terminated or resigned in lieu of termination please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position.

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　　By clicking below, I have read the official job announcement for the position, understand the requirements for the position, and acknowledge that my name will be removed from the eligibility list should I decline to interview, decline an offer, or refuse the conditions of employment.

　　I acknowledge that I have read and understand the information on the job announcement, and that my name will be removed from the eligibility list should I decline to interview or decline an offer or refuse the conditions of employment.

　　05

　　Your legal name is used in the hiring process for background checks. Did you use your full legal name in your application? If not, please update your information before submitting your application

　　Yes

　　No

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　　Were you referred by a CDHS employee? If yes, what is this person's name?

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　　Describe your social work experience in the community or criminal justice settings. Internships can be included in your response. Identify the name of the employer/internship documented on your application where you obtained this experience.

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　　This position requires working with individuals with severe mental illness and/ other complex issues. Describe your experience with engaging with similar populations and what strategies you used to productively elicit participation.

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　　What is your highest level of education?

　　Bachelors degree in Social Work

　　Masters degree in Social Work

　　PhD/DSW - Doctorate in Social Work

　　Bachelors Degree

　　Masters Degree

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　　How many years of experience do you have as a Social Worker?( please include your field placement and internship experience)

　　None

　　1-3 years

　　3-5 years

　　5 or more years

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　　State of Colorado

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