University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes

Job Title:  Clinical Social Worker (Instructor of Clinical Practice)

Position #00657066– Requisition #39680

Job Summary:

The Clinical Social Worker is responsible for providing comprehensive support and interventions to families and children with type 1 diabetes who are navigating the complexities of a new diagnosis, as well as ongoing psychosocial challenges related to their condition. This role plays a critical part in both the initial adjustment period and long-term management, focusing on optimizing the well-being of patients and enhancing their ability to cope with the social and emotional demands of their medical circumstances with a special focus on serving our Latino and Spanish-speaking patient population.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide psychosocial support/intervention and care to newly diagnosed and established children with type 1 diabetes.
• Provide the mental health assessment component in interdisciplinary care of patients and makes appropriate referrals for treatment. 
• Provide brief interventions to patients and families during clinic visits.
• Work closely with Spanish speaking patients and caregivers to support access to healthcare, community resources, and ongoing diabetes education.
• Participate in and co facilitate group medical visits for Spanish speaking patients and families.
• Phone consultations with patients, other medical professionals, and protective services/court officials to advocate around medical care of diabetes. 
• Provide ongoing education to the community, medical professionals and students.
• Will participate in new and ongoing diabetes clinical research.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

Join a team where your work truly matters. At the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes (BDC) Pediatric Division, you'll be part of an American Diabetes Association recognized clinic where every role is essential in shaping the future of pediatric diabetes care. Our multidisciplinary team, including nurses, dietitians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, social workers, and pediatric endocrinologists, is not only equipped with the highest certification in diabetes care but is also at the forefront of research that advances glucose monitoring technologies and treatment methods. Here, you'll have the unique opportunity to impact the lives of children and adolescents, ensuring that by the time they step into adulthood, they are confident and capable in managing their diabetes.

With us, your expertise helps cultivate a supportive environment that empowers families to achieve optimal long-term health outcomes, significantly reducing the risk of complications and enhancing the quality of life for our patients. Come and make a lasting difference at a place where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is actively supported.

The clinic is recognized by the American Diabetes Association and our nurses, dietitians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and social workers are Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists.

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