Information & Referral Specialist Jobs in Colorado

Job Title: Regional Social Services QIS Company: Pinon Management Location: Lakewood, CO Description: Pinon Management, a nationally recognized leader and innovator in the long-term care industry, is seeking a Regional Quality Improvement Specialist to provide professional social services consulting to the long term care homes for which we manage and consult. The primary purpose of this position is to provide ongoing education and mentoring to facility social workers in assessment of residents psychosocial, emotional, and psychiatric needs; provide support in developing care plans, and identifying family needs; ensure regulatory compliance with State and Federal regulations; provide behavior management training for facility social services staff. This position requires someone that is self directed; able to work effectively as a team member; capable of developing positive relationships with all levels of facility and corporate staff; able to develop and implement effective training programs; possess strong interpersonal skills including conflict management; possess effective communication skills and public speaking skills; able to maintain a flexible working schedule. Qualifications for the position are: MSW with Colorado LCSW required; Must have a minimum of two years experience as a social worker in long-term care; Minimum of one year experience in a management role or in the capacity of a social worker health care consultant responsible for multiple facilities; Experience working with the psychiatric population; Knowledge of State and Federal Long Term Care regulations including Medicare and Medicaid requirements and regulations;Valid Drivers License and ability to travel within Colorado and out of state Pinon Management offers a competitive salary in addition to excellent employee benefits. To learn more about the benefits of becoming part of Pinon Management, please visit our website at www.pinonmgt.com You are invited to apply for this position by emailing your resume to Register to View or faxing to Sarah at Register to View . EOE

Job Title: SOCIAL WORKER MED EX Company: Centura Health Location: Colorado Springs, CO Description: Requires a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or equivalent experience in one of the following areas: Social Work, Professional Counseling, Marriage, Family & Child Counseling. 1-3 years experience; prefer 2 years social case management, hospital setting highly preferred.

Job Title: Social Worker Company: Confidential Location: Grand Junction, CO Description: JOB_IO=10163548 GJDS_4lzvMy51uuYeUrZc00Ero7sHYAKOIs8gXiK7tJjepjENBAB5yu7YYhagKuywpAO SOCIAL WORKER Adoption Agency is seeking a birthparent counselor/ adoption caseworker. PT. unpredictable hours. Hourly paid. Social work degree or degree in behavioral sciences is required. Please send resume to Register to View -options.com by Aug. 2, 2010

Job Title: Youth Treatment Counselor Company: Imagine! Location: Longmont, CO Description: Full-Time Overnight position Purpose of Position- Ensures a safe and stable environment is maintained in the group home through appropriate supervision of children. Implements individualized plans and performs safety control procedures using approved therapeutic methods. Handles crises effectively and enables children to cope in the least restrictive environment possible. Essential Duties/Responsibilities Works to ensure that a safe and stable environment is maintained in the group home and during community activities. This includes maintaining ethical and professional boundaries with the children and all team members. Provides supervision to children in the home, including rule implementation and program coordination. Initiates and executes daily routines, including: ? Medication administration, as prescribed by the individual's doctor. ? Personal hygiene and cleanliness. ? Performing Safety Control Procedures/Physical Interventions, as taught through the Safety Cares curriculum. Implements the individual treatment plans, behavior plans, and safety plans of each child in the home. Accurately documents daily events, including medication administration, incident reports, and behaviors, in order to track the effectiveness of each child's plan. Handles crises safely and effectively, using approved therapeutic methods. Other Duties/Responsibilities Assist with meal planning and preparation. Assist with daily home maintenance and cleaning tasks. Participates in ongoing training and weekly staff meetings. Provides transportation to and participates in all necessary appointments and meetings in compliance with the individualized case plan. Job Qualifications Knowledge, Skill, and Ability: Demonstrated skill in working with people with developmental disabilities, preferably in a residential setting. Effective working as a member of a team. Effective written and verbal communication skills with individuals and groups at all professional levels. Possession of a valid driver's license and ability to meet Imagine! driving requirements. Training/Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Ability and willingness to satisfactorily complete training and obtain certification in: First Aid, Medication Administration, CPR, and non-violent crisis intervention. Experience: Experience working with people with disabilities, preferably in a group home or foster care setting OR Some college level coursework. Provide 2 professional references of character. Working Environment/Physical Activities Ability to lift 50-75 pounds. Ability to perform appropriate physical restraints on consumers. Must be at least 21 years of age, as determined by Child Welfare Regulations. Must be able to obtain and pass a physical examination annually by an approved health care professional, in accordance with Foster Care regulations. Ability to work effectively in a high-stress environment, including decision making and use of independent judgment in problem solving. Willingness and ability to respond to emergency situations as they arise in the house. Effective with shifting roles, responsibilities, and expectations in a changing environment.

Job Title: Social Worker Company: Location: Colorado Springs, CO Description: The incumbent is responsible for providing case management for a caseload of veterans in the HUD-VASH program and reviewing agreements between Section 8, landlords, Public Housing Authorities and the VA in establishing appropriate referral sites for HUD-VASH placements. Manages, coordinates and provides social work services to veterans and their families in inpatient, outpatient and community settings. Provides care for patients from the adult (less than 65 years of age) to the geriatric (greater than 65 years of age), and recognizes the age related needs and demonstrates knowledge and care appropriate to that age group. Performs site visits of HUD-VASH apartments to ensure that veterans reside in safe environments in compliance with local housing codes. Actively participates in program planning and development, advising the supervisor of shifting trends with caseloads and identifying the need for and making recommendations on program procedure or policy changes based upon work experiences. Works with VA Medical Center multi-disciplinary teams and community agencies to strive for developing more effective and efficient ways of delivering healthcare services to HUD-VASH Program veterans.

Job Title: Addictions Counselor, CAC II or III Company: Location: Denver, CO Description: Need a contract counselor to facilitate 4 to 5 DUI/Substance abuse groups per week. Job could be expanded to approx. 20 more hours per week of clerical and counselor related duties such as intakes and substance abuse evaluations. Interested in a professional clinician with good work ethics and who is energetic and a good team member.

Job Title: Victim Advocate Sexual Assault Prevention Education Training Specialist (35042) Company: Serco Inc. Location: Fort Carson, CO Description: 35042 Job Description Serco is a government contractor with over 11,000 employees and more than 20 years' experience. We provide IT and management services to the Department of Defense, federal civilian agencies and the intelligence community. We advise, design, integrate and deliver solutions that transform how our clients achieve their missions and solve their most difficult challenges. Whether the assignment is helping secure our borders, enhancing intelligence capabilities, assisting federal agencies to share critical data, or supporting complex personnel functions, Serco is ready to serve Provides on-site sexual assault prevention and response training. Provides crisis response and short-term services and support to victims. Provides on-call 24/7 coverage in coordination with FAP Manager. Implements victims' services framework. Collaborate with the Family Advocacy Program (FAP), the Army Community Service Family Advocacy Program Manager (FAPM), law enforcement, legal and medical facilities, and the command to assure safety plans are coordinated. Position requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent and at least 2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Individual must be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Works under general supervision or independently and typically reports to a supervisor or manager. A certain degree of creativity, initiative and ability to work collaboratively with other organizations is required. Job Location Fort Carson, CO, US. Position Type Full-Time/Regular Salary -mid 30's--high 30's

Job Title: Social Worker Company: Centennial Peaks Hospital Location: Louisville, CO Description: PRN position for acute care psychiatric hospital. Conducts psychosocial assessments, facilitates group and family therapy, completes treatment plans, and develops appropriate discharge plan for adolescent and adult patients. Requirements MSW required. LCSW with inpatient experience preferred. Must have flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends.

Job Title: Family Counselors Needed Company: Location: Denver, CO Description: FAMILY ORIENTED We are looking for honest, mature- minded, caring individuals seeking a career opportunity helping families. We are one of the leaders in our industry helping family pre-plan their cemetery and funeral needs. We offer training, the best commission and incentive programs in the industry, and growth potenial. Resumes can be emailed to Register to View Or for an application please call Register to View

Job Title: Renal Social Worker ( MSW ) - ( LCSW ) - Grand Junction DaVita - ( Grand Junction, CO ) Company: DaVita Location: Grand Junction, CO Description: Social Worker - MSW - LCSW - Grand Junction, COPart time benefitted position that will grow into Full TimeGreat opportunity to specialize in Renal Social WorkBe different. Do what you love.Use your natural gift of education and persuasion to help patients and their families cope with the effects of kidney disease. Life on dialysis can be a difficult transition for many patients-and youll be there to support and advocate for them. In this vital role, you will help patients understand their rights and responsibilities, and guide them in managing the physical, mental, emotional and financial demands of End Stage Renal Disease.If you love patient-centered health care with real relationships inside a company that encourages fun on and off the clock, then DaVita is the place for you.We offer career options to fit your lifestyle.Here is what you can expect when you join our Village as a Social Worker.Fun, relationships-based culture-patient- and teammate-drivenFORTUNE 500 stability-with the nations largest independent provider of dialysis servicesTraining Magazine Top 125 award-winning educationMultiple career paths across a variety of cutting-edge modalitiesRewards for your stellar performanceClinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average-treating more than one-third of the dialysis population (thats approximately 100,000 patients!)Exceptional benefits-including the healthcare industrys most generous profit sharing programDedication above all to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure-at over 800 hospital units and approximately 1,500 outpatient dialysis clinics nationwide