Social Worker

Job TitleJoin the dedicated people of the State of Colorado to build a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government.Job DescriptionResponsibilities include, but are not limited to:Provides continuity of care to inmates under the supervision of licensed professionals and in compliance with behavioral health guidelines;Works with identified inmates to complete Medical Assisted Treatment intake packets;Schedules in-reach appointments with community MAT providers;Participates in MAT in-reach appointments and document appointments appropriately;Collaborates closely with CDOC Community Behavioral Health, CDOC MAT Providers, Facility Case Managers, Community MAT Providers and other community agencies;Provides behavioral health community transition services to inmates releasing from CDOC;Identifies inmates that are currently participating in MAT and/or eligible for MAT services in assigned facilities;Provides psycho-education such as MAT education and community resource information to the inmate population under the supervision of a licensed professional;Maintains a database and tracks inmates participating in the MAT in-reach service;Monitors inmate treatment and documentation to assure compliance with standards, assures continuity of care and completes assigned tasks;Position may be required to provide coverage for other state facilities as needed.Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal RightsResidency Requirement: This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.Class Code & Classification Description: C4L1TX Social Work/Counselor I Minimum Qualifications: Experience Only:Four (4) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position.OrEducation and Experience: A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to four (4) years.Ensure that the "Work Experience" section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for. This information will be used to help determine compensation for the position. "See resume" statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the "work experience" section of the application. Additional work experience will not be accepted after the job announcement close date for compensation purposes.Employees who are rehired or reinstated within six months of their separation will return at either their previous pay rate if hired into the same class level or based on their time in the class series, whichever is higher.Preferred QualificationsExperience working in a Colorado State correctional environment.Experience in processes such as relaxation training, social skills groups, or recreational activities.Experience scheduling psychiatric clinics.Experience providing input needed for treatment and management planning; to include observations of behaviors, problems, symptoms, and response to treatment interventions.Required CompetenciesAbility to provide direct behavioral health support services to clients;Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across facility programs and with external agencies;Ability to work independently under supervision;Ability to provide comprehensive clinical documentation;Ability to work with a diverse population of clients;Ability to provide mental health support services as part of a multi-disciplinary team;Ability to read and comprehend the English language;Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind.Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing.Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations;Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift;Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction.The Assessment Process: Your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum Qualifications (MQ's). Applicants that meet MQ's will be included in the Comparative Analysis process. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis which may include, but is not limited to, a suitability screening, Online Assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or it may include a review of your application material and your responses to any supplemental questions by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assess and rank applicants in order to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration.Be sure the "Work Experience" section of your application is complete and specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, and accomplishments as they relate to the Description of the Job, Minimum Qualifications, Required Competencies and Preferred Qualifications as listed above. Resumes and "see resume" statements will not be accepted in lieu of the "Work Experience" section of the application. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the closing date may result in your application not being accepted and/or may affect your score, rank or inclusion in the final pool of eligible applicants.Employees who are rehired or reinstated within six months of their separation will return at either their previous pay rate if hired into the same class level or based on their time in the class series, whichever is higher. Those rehired or reinstated after six months' separation will be calculated using the same formula for new hires and promotions.Please note that while this change in role may constitute a change in title and/or responsibility, salary adjustments are not guaranteed and may be influenced by factors such as internal pay equity, budget constraints, market benchmarks, or the individual's current compensation level. Any changes to compensation will be determined separately and communicated accordingly.If you have transcripts, a license or other relevant documentation regarding your qualifications, upload and attach copies to your application.If an unofficial copy of transcripts is being submitted at the time of application, transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application materials. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may prevent your application from moving forward in the selection process.Under the Job Application Fairness Act (SB 23-058), applicants may redact information from certifications and transcripts that identify their age, date of birth or dates of attendance from an educational institution.In order to process a background investigation, your application must include at least (10) ten years of the most current work experience unless experience related to the job for which you are applying is later than (10) years. Failure to provide this information could result in delays and/or elimination from the background investigation process.Toll Free Applicant Technical Support: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at View phone number on click.appcast.io Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and second, close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.**You are encouraged to print a copy of this announcement for your records**Conditions of Employment: All job offers are contingent upon a successful medical screening by a healthcare professional, certifying the candidate's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Applicant must consent to hold harmless CDOC and its agents and staff from any liability arising in whole or in part from the testing and the use of this information in connection with CDOC's consideration of application for employment.Must be 21 years of agePossess a valid driver's license. Drivers must maintain a valid, non-restricted Colorado driver's license, obey traffic laws, and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle. State drivers are expected to maintain a safe driving record consistent with Colorado Division of Human Resources Universal Policy Driving Standards. Eligibility to drive a State-owned vehicle, includes holding a valid Colorado driver's license within 30 days of employment or residency change and meeting specific driving record criteria. Serious traffic violations, including DUIs or reckless driving, can disqualify drivers for up to seven years. All State Vehicles are monitored by telematics for safe operation and employees have no reasonable expectation of privacy while using an agency State Fleet vehicle.Possess a high school diploma or GEDFormer State