Why Work at Children´s.... Are you interested in working with a team that has been recognized, both locally and nationally, for providing excellence in pediatric health care?
If so, The Children´s Hospital is a leading pediatric health-care network dedicated 100 percent to caring for kids. It has been designated one of the nation´s top ten outstanding children´s hospitals by U.S. News & World Report and Child Magazine. With more than 600 experienced experts representing the full spectrum of pediatric specialties, Children´s is home to many nationally and internationally recognized medical and research programs. Children´s provides complete pediatric care at its main campus and through a network of care that includes eleven Childrens Care Centers and more than 400 outreach clinics. A career at The Children´s Hospital will challenge your skills, stimulate your emotions and make you proud of your accomplishments. Qualifications Required Education - Masters Required Education Field of Study - Social Work Required License/Certification - Licensed Clinic Social Worker MSW degree from an accredited school of social work and Colorado Licensure required. Experience with chronic illness in children and hospital experience preferred. Spanish proficiency a plus. Physical Requirements Ability to Perform Essential Functions of the Job Audio-Visual: Far Vision: Fair Audio-Visual: Hearing: Good Audio-Visual: Near Vision: Good Job Overview The primary purpose of this job is to provide for the emotional, psychological and social needs of TCH patients and families, in an age appropriate manner. Responsibilities include helping families cope with the social, financial and psychological problems associated with illness, hospitalization and/or outpatient treatment and to act as a link between the patient, family, health care team and community agencies. Responsibilities may include staff consultation and program development. Equal Employment Opportunity It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. Be aware that none of the questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on non-job-related information. Additional Information Department Name: Clinical Social Work Job Status:20 hours per week, Benefit Eligible Shift: Day shift to be split between the two locations. One day per week ( Tuesday) in Littleton and the other hours in Colorado Springs, days to be determined.