Lead Social Caseworker IV - Assessment-161831,161846,164760,162037



Lead Social Caseworker IV - Assessment-161831,161846,164760,162037

Salary

$63,716.05 Annually

Location

Westminster, CO

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

05914

Department

Human Services

Division

HS Child Welfare

Opening Date

06/13/2023

Closing Date

9/29/2023 4:30 PM Mountain

Our Mission

At Adams County, our team members engage in top-notch opportunities to grow and expand their impact. We cultivate an inclusive and innovative culture where diversity matters! Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) is a core cultural competency at Adams County, and we actively seek and welcome applicants that bring diverse experiences and value inclusion.

Position classification

Hybrid -- Job duties and expectations allow for onsite and remote work scheduled every week. Employees in this classification are regularly scheduled onsite one (1) to four (4) days per week based on the County needs and as determined by Department Director. Hybrid classified roles can be onsite more than the set minimum based on employee preference.

What Success Looks Like In This Job

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We are seeking a professional, caring candidate to respond to reports of child abuse/neglect and provide intensive crisis intervention and assessments of families' needs, including: domestic violence, substance abuse, child abuse and neglect, environmental conditions, and caretakers' capacity to parent. This may include determination of need for out of home placement for children; identifying and utilizing the strengths of the family; determining risk and/or safety issues for children; making plans that best meet the safety, well-being, and permanency needs of children; providing services to families in crisis; and working in partnership with community and collateral agencies.

Examples of Duties for Success

  • Investigates and assess reports of abuse and neglect of children. Interviews and observes victims, offenders, witnesses, caregivers, and collaterals to ensure the safety of the child and determines the validity of the allegations. Recognizes and identifies risk factors and dynamics of child abuse, child neglect, and family functioning (includes specialized caseload).
  • Provides intensive crisis intervention with families in order to address family problems, assesses need for on-going services, and prevents out of home placement.
  • Maintains accurate case records of assessment, activities, and plans; writes summaries, reports, letters, and memos; works diligently to meet federal and state mandates and timeframes.
  • Evaluates need for placement, determines appropriate level of care, and facilitates placement. Ensures ongoing safety through frequent, meaningful contact with children and their caregivers.
  • Prepares court reports, attends court hearings, testifies in court hearings and proceedings, consults with attorneys, judges, and guardians-ad-litem.
  • Nurtures community partnerships to enhance service delivery and program development.
  • Provides positive role modeling in work environment, ensuring productivity.
  • Performs specialized duties as assigned, including mentoring, training, and leadership of peers.
  • Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications for Success

Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment:

  • Ability to work in a standard office environment.
  • Ability to utilize personal vehicle or other mode of transportation to make visits to client's homes, travel to court and other public facilities in all types of weather.
  • Ability to lift and carry (1-50 lbs.) infants and small children in the care and custody of the County, as well as the ability to carry large case files.
  • Ability to conduct home visits in unknown and uncontrolled settings which may include animals, feces, airborne contaminants, gang members, weapons, and other environmental hazards.

More Qualifications for Success

  • Experience: Three (3) years of full time professional social casework experience, acquired after the degree in a public or private social services agency, in an area appropriate to the position.
  • Education and Training:
    • Bachelor's Degree in one of the human behavioral science fields.
    • An MSW may substitute for 2 years of the required experience.
    • Proof of education, (degree or transcripts,) and license (if candidate has received one) are required.
  • License or Certificate:
    • Colorado Child Welfare Caseworker certification required, and must be completed within 3 months of employment, through the Colorado Training Academy (State Child Welfare). Certification through another State will require proof of completion, and may substitute for all or part of the training required by Colorado.
    • Possession of a Colorado Driver's License and proof of automotive insurance.
  • Background Check: Must pass a criminal background check.






INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: Employees who are currently in a case manager/case-carrying position in Children and Family Services (CFS) may have a 120-day delayed transfer/promotion period prior to moving into any new position in Human Services.

Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.

Click here to watch our video about why Adams County is an Employer of Choice!

Benefits You Expect:

  • AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
  • Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
  • Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
  • Generous Vacation/Sick leave
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Retirement Plan
  • Short-Term Disability
Plus some you might not expect:
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Fitness Center
  • Employee Health Clinics
  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Recreation Center Discounts
  • Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
  • Wellness programs
  • Lactation friendly certified workplace


 

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Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.
  • Yes, I understand and agree
  • Yes, I understand but disagree.
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Proof of education, (degree or transcripts,) and license (if candidate has received one) are required. Did you attach your transcripts to this application?
  • Yes
  • No
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Do you possess a valid Driver's License and proof of automotive insurance? NOTE: Out of state applicants please be advised a current Colorado driver's license must be obtained within thirty (30) calendar days of hire, and must be obtained before driving any vehicle for County business.
  • Yes
  • No
04
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required for this position. Do you agree to provide this proof if selected for this position?
  • Yes
  • No
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Please select the option which best describes how you meet the minimum qualifications.
  • Three (3) years of full time professional social casework experience, acquired after the degree in a public or private social services agency, in an area appropriate to the position AND a Bachelor's Degree in one of the human behavioral science fields.
  • One (1) year of full time professional social casework experience, acquired after the degree in a public or private social services agency, in an area appropriate to the position AND a Master's Degree of Social Work
  • None of the above
06
Please explain your leadership style and how you have grown your leadership skills in your current role.
07
Please explain your child protection experience and how that will contribute to the role of Lead Social Caseworker.
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I understand that if selected for this position and currently hold a case manager/case-carrying position in Children and Family Services (CFS), I may have a delayed transfer/promotion period up to 120 days prior to moving into this position within the Human Services Department. Choose 'yes' to acknowledge.
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Agency
Adams County
Address
4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000B

Brighton, Colorado, 80601-8213