The Social Worker provides services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of KIPP Colorado students. They will work with students to set social emotional goals and will develop differentiated plans for supporting the students in meeting these goals.
Requirements
- Masters Degree in Social Work (required)
- Colorado Department of Education Special Service Provider License with a Social Worker endorsement (required)
- Ability to work during after-school, evening, and weekend meetings and events at the school (required)
- Commitment to an Exceptional Student Experience (required)
- Commitment to and experience with youth of various cultural and economic backgrounds
- Outstanding organizational skills and high attention to detail; outstanding written and oral communication skills
- Ability to manage the ambiguity and multiple priorities inherent in an entrepreneurial environment
- Proactive problem solver who demonstrates initiative and teamwork
- Strong work ethic coupled with an enthusiastic and passionate approach to one’s work
- Multi-faceted, multi-skilled, resourceful and willing to do whatever it takes to help the school reach a level of academic excellence
Benefits
- Competitive Market Salary
- Excellent Healthcare Plan
- Time Off!!!: More than 6 weeks of annual vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Access to parental and medical leave: includes 6 weeks paid and 6 weeks unpaid for a total of 12 weeks (after your first year)
- Career Trajectory: Access to opportunity to move up, across schools, and grow your career during weekly coaching sessions to refine your craft
- Mental Health Care: Immediate and ongoing access to mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program
- Technology & Access: Equipment provided: laptop & phone
- Retirement Planning: Participation in the Colorado PERA retirement program, including a PERA 401k option
- Move to Join Us: Relocation reimbursement (when applicable)
- Additional Pay: Most schools offer various stipend opportunities
