Clinical Case Manager

Department

Counseling Center Office

Position Summary

The Staff Social Worker position is a licensed clinical social worker responsible for providing case management, consultation, and clinical services to MSU Denver students.

This position works collaboratively with other departments in the Divisions of Student Affairs and Academic Affairs to enhance student retention and success.

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms.

We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver. Our student population consists of over 55% first generation students and over 45% students of color.

Within the Division of Student Affairs, we strive to create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion.

We value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation.

Rather, it requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a foundation for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.

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Duties / Responsibilities

65% - Direct Provision of Case Management / Clinical Services / Training

Provide case management and consultation services to MSU students, faculty, and staff. Coordinate referrals of students to mental health services in the community, including outpatient care, hospitals, treatment facilities, substance use treatment services, IOP's, and other higher levels of care.

Follow up on referrals to ensure quality of care.

• Develop and maintain a database of community referral resources and build community partnerships.
• Maintain adequate clinical records and files, abide by professional standards and HIPAA guidelines.
• Provide Initial Screening services, crisis intervention services, and bridge appointments to students as part of Counseling Center team and our clinical model.
• Provide supervision to social work interns, as available and appropriate.
• Support the Counseling Center training program in all areas with education and expertise.
• May provide some additional direct clinical services to students on a limited basis (like individual therapy and group therapy), based on need and availability (not a primary focus of the position).

30% - Indirect Service and Outreach

• Coordinate case management efforts with the Health Center at Auraria Program Administrator and / or other relevant staff.
• Coordinate case management efforts with the MSU Denver Care Team services.
• Update staff and provide training to staff on relevant case management procedures, resources, and referral practices.
• Support the Counseling Center's Outreach Program by providing stigma reduction / educational outreach programs to students / staff.
• Attend and contribute to team meetings, outreach events, committee work, and all center-related endeavors.
• When available, participate in national conferences, organization memberships, and listservs to stay current on case management operations and best practices in university counseling centers.

work, and all center-related endeavors.

• Initiates and maintains professional liaison relationships with faculty and staff to enhance outreach efforts to the traditionally under-served students on campus.
• Serves on internal and university-wide committees, work teams, and task forces, in keeping with areas of expertise, interest, and needs of the counseling center.

5% - Other Duties as Assigned

Required Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Social Work
• Licensed in the State of Colorado as an LCSW
• 1-2 years of relevant work experience post licensure
• Previous professional case management experience
• Previous clinical experience in assessing high-risk cases

Important Note : Successful applicants will ensure their resumes clearly demonstrate that their work experience describes how they meet ALL required qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-4 years of relevant work experience post licensure
• Experience providing supervision to Social Work Interns
• Experience with brief and short-term models of counseling
• Previous experience working at a university / college counseling center
• Experience and expertise in working with diverse populations;
• Strong oral and written communication skills;
• Previous experience in utilizing an electronic health records system
• Experience and training with the provision of telebehavioral health

Work Hours

• Full-time, 40 hours per week, Exempt
• Monday - Friday 8 : 00am - 5 : 00pm, O ccasional evenings or weekend as needed
• Position is in-person., Some Alternative Work Arrangements (AWA) may be available.
• Travel : Rarely

Salary for Announcement

We anticipate the qualified candidate to be placed between $62,400 - $70,400 . The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Full Consideration Date

Complete applications received by September 13, 2024 at 11 : 59 PM MST will receive full consideration, however applications will be accepted after this date until the position is lled.

Instructions to Apply

For full consideration, please submit the following documents :

• Resume
• Cover letter describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

If you are an Internal applicant, please apply via the Career tab within the WorkDay Menu

Important Note : Successful applicants will ensure their resumes clearly demonstrate that their work experience describes how they meet ALL required qualifications.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Posting Representative

Carlos Alcala

Posting Representative Email

[email protected]

Benefits

The University's benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as accessto a long-term disability (LTD) plan.

Visit MSU Denver's benefits website to learn more.

For a brief overview, please see : https : / / www.msudenver.edu / wp-content / uploads / 2024 / 01 / MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf .

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process.

To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected] .

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms.

Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion.

We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation.

It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.