School Social Worker - Special Education - DDWDS

School Social Worker – Special Education (In-Person)

Location: Elizabeth, CO

Type: Contract (25 Weeks)

Pay: $2,000 – $2,300 Weekly

Shift & Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Position Overview

Navitas Healthcare, LLC is seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Social Worker to support students within a Special Education setting. This fully onsite role focuses on promoting students' academic success, emotional well-being, behavioral growth, and social development while fostering a positive and inclusive educational environment.

The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of special education services, IEP processes, and school-based social work practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling services to students receiving special education support.

• Assist students in addressing behavioral, emotional, and social challenges affecting academic performance.

• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, school psychologists, parents, and multidisciplinary teams.

• Conduct student assessments, evaluations, and social history reports.

• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to the development and implementation of student support plans.

• Maintain accurate documentation, case notes, and progress reports.

• Connect students and families with community resources and support services.

• Advocate for student needs and promote educational success.

• Support crisis intervention and behavioral management strategies when needed.

• Foster a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Colorado School Social Worker License (Required at time of interview).

• Minimum 1 year of school-based social work experience.

• Strong knowledge of Special Education regulations and IEP processes.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively with students, families, educators, and support staff.

• Ability to work fully onsite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with students receiving special education services.

• Experience with behavioral intervention planning.

• Knowledge of community-based support programs and resources.

• Strong crisis intervention and conflict resolution skills.

Contact Information

For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a Joint Commission Certified / WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.