Social Worker Jobs in Aurora, CO

A Social Worker plays a critical role in the social service industry by providing assistance and support to people facing various challenges in their lives, including mental health issues, poverty, addiction, and abuse. Their responsibilities often include conducting assessments, developing and implementing intervention strategies, providing counseling, and connecting clients with necessary resources and services. They work in various settings such as schools, hospitals, government agencies, and non-profit organizations, where they advocate for social justice and changes in policies.

In terms of skills, a good Social Worker should have excellent communication, emotional intelligence, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work with diverse populations. They should also possess a strong sense of empathy and patience, as well as the ability to handle stress effectively. Regarding certifications, most positions require at least a Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW), with many requiring a Master's degree in Social Work (MSW). Additional certifications such as Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Certified Social Worker in Health (C-SWH) may also be required, depending on the role and state regulations. Prior to becoming a Social Worker, individuals may have roles such as Social Work Assistant, Case Manager, or Mental Health Counselor.

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Licensed Therapist for Online Counseling

  • Betterhelp
  • Aurora, CO (7 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Betterhelp
  • Aurora, CO (7 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 4 days ago

Private practice with no doors and no overhead. Join the world's largest online counseling platform. Put simply: You provide the clinical expertise, we take care of everything else. And we mean...

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Social Worker / MSW , Hospice

  • Westminster, CO (12 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Westminster, CO (12 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 30+ days ago

Find Your Passion and Purpose as a Hospice Clinical Social Worker Location: Denver, CO + surrounding areas Reimagine Your Career in Hospice As a medical professional, you know that what you do impacts...

Clinical Social Worker - Fee For Service

  • Aurora, CO
  • 11 hours ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 11 hours ago

Thriveworks is currently seeking Licensed Clinical Social Workers to provide a mix of telehealth and face-to-face sessions in Aurora, CO....

Clinical Social Worker

  • Littleton, CO (12 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 28 days ago
  • Littleton, CO (12 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 28 days ago

Thriveworks is currently seeking Licensed Clinicians to provide a mix of telehealth and face-to-face sessions in Littleton, Colorado. Thriveworks is a clinician-founded national private practice...

Mental Health Therapist

  • Bennett, CO (23 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 11 days ago
  • Bennett, CO (23 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 11 days ago

SonderMind is a leading mental health care platform revolutionizing therapy services. We are seeking compassionate and highly skilled licensed mental health therapists to join our expanding...

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) - Remote

  • Louisville, CO (21 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Louisville, CO (21 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 7 days ago

Join Talkspace, a leading online platform for therapists and counselors to provide mental health care on your schedule, all from the comforts of home. This is a remote, part-time position for...

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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) - Remote

  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 15 days ago
  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 15 days ago

Join Talkspace, a leading online platform for therapists and counselors to provide mental health care on your schedule, all from the comforts of home. This is a remote, part-time position for...

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Remote Mental Health Therapist (LPC, LMHC, LCSW, LMFT)

  • Louisville, CO (21 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 23 days ago
  • Louisville, CO (21 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 23 days ago

Join Talkspace, a leading online platform for therapists and counselors to provide mental health care on your schedule, all from the comforts of home. This is a remote, part-time position for...

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Clinical Social Worker CM

  • Aurora, CO
  • 2 hours ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 2 hours ago

Requirements: + Master's degree in Social Work. + State licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery....

LCSW Candidate - Fee For Service

  • Littleton, CO (12 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Littleton, CO (12 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 4 hours ago

Thriveworks is currently seeking provisionally licensed individuals pursuing Colorado Licensure as a Licensed Social Work Candidate in Littleton, CO to provide a mix of telehealth and face-to-face...

Social Worker

  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Current Colorado Department of Education Special Service Provider License - School Social Work. Be a LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) preferred....

Healthy World LCSW/LPC CCP

  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 1 day ago

s degree Required Licenses : LPC-Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC State Licensing Board Required or LCSW-Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW State Licensing Board Required and BLS-Basic Life...

Assessment Clinician

  • Aurora, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 2 days ago

What qualifications you will need: Licensure/ Certification/ Registration: Requires licensure in the State of Colorado as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed...

Verification of the degree can be made by going to to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work. Licensure....

Social Services Specialist

  • Englewood, CO (10 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Englewood, CO (10 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 2 days ago

Provides assistance to residents and families in finding and utilizing financial, legal, mental health, and other community resources....

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Social worker and Counselling
Social work is an academic discipline and profession that concerns itself with individuals, families, groups, and communities in an effort to enhance social functioning and overall well-being....
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Salary for Social Worker Jobs in Aurora, CO

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Highest Education Level

Social Workers in Aurora, CO offer the following education background
Master's Degree
57.1%
Bachelor's Degree
30.7%
Doctorate Degree
4.0%
Associate's Degree
3.6%
High School or GED
2.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.8%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%



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