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Children, Youth - Colorado Springs, United States - El Paso County, CO
Description
Salary:
$57, $85,870.00 AnnuallyLocation : Colorado Springs, CO
Job Type:
Full-Time
Remote Employment:
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:
Department: Department of Human Services
Opening Date: 05/06/2024
Closing Date: 5/19/2024 11:59 PM MountainNeed more information on completing a job application? See the EPC Application process here.
Job SummaryJoin our team as a Lead Social Caseworker for Children, Youth & Family Services, for the Permanency Practice team We're seeking an experienced candidate with strong time management and multitasking skills, capable of teaching and mentoring within our small yet mighty team.
As the Lead Caseworker, you'll manage your own caseload while providing support and guidance to new team members.Expect daily variability in tasks and reporting locations, including frequent court appearances for testimony, with travel across and out of state reimbursed.
If you're ready for a rewarding role where you can make a meaningful difference, apply TODAYHiring Range:$59, $67,352.01 annually(salary to be commensurate with qualifications)
This is a child protection position. Child protection includes engaging families. It is reasonable to anticipate the need for flexibility in work hours periodically to accommodate client schedules.
The average workday hours are 8:
00am -5:00pm. Schedule subject to change. Under FLSA guidelines, this position is exempt.
Please be advised that this position may close on or after 05/08/2024 without advance notice, should we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications.
Works to preserve and/or rehabilitate families while protecting children's physical, emotional, and mental well-being through child protection, adolescent services, placements, and/or permanency plans.
Coordinates the practice and is responsible for primary decision-making of child protection practices including, but not limited to safety, permanency, and well-being.
Serves as a lead caseworker, advising and assisting caseworkers on case assignments.Essential Duties/Responsibilities Provides lead work for the Practice Unit to include assisting with training, technical support, orienting new employees, providing guidance and mentoring, and resolving complex problems and issues to meet the needs of clients.
Fosters a team atmosphere that is inclusive and supportive.Interviews clients and develops appropriate treatment plans; initiates home studies and provides intensive casework services to families and children; investigates allegations of child abuse and assesses imminent danger for children; makes referrals to community resources and collateral contacts.
Monitors clients' progress and ensures that needed services are being provided, that treatment plans are being followed through in a timely manner and determines the appropriateness of the placement and services provided.
Provides crisis management and coordinates support services for clients to resolve problems and conflicts.Acts as a liaison for the DHS and consults with other caseworkers and community professionals on case situations, treatment/case plans, issues, and problems.
Attends and testifies in court hearings and mediations; completes appropriate paperwork, documentation, petitions, reports, reviews, etc.for court hearings; monitors clients' compliance with court orders; serves temporary custody notices and petitions the court for verbal orders.
Prepares for and participates in meetings and staffings.Addresses child safety issues in the home to mitigate safety concerns; ensures that children in the department's custody or supervision receive necessary interventions.
Documents all contacts and ensures that all paperwork and documentation are accurately completed and filed; completes necessary case information reports, inputs updates into database.
Arranges and provides transportation for clients to appointments, therapy, school, court hearings, pre-placement visits, etc.Ensures compliance with Federal, State and County laws, outcome measures, rules, and regulations; reviews cases to ensure case plans are developed and implemented.
Provides support to Practice and Support and Services teams within the CYFS Division as needed. Assists with collecting, monitoring, and reporting team statistics, data, and outcomes.Facilitates meetings as needed.
Performs other duties as required.
QualificationsKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Demonstrated leadership skills preferred.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with co-workers, clients, other agencies, the courts, and the public.
Ability to efficiently plan, schedule, and organize.
Ability to assess situations and make prudent and appropriate decisions. Ability to apply conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
Working knowledge of casework practices, procedures, and protocol; working knowledge of child safety and family engagement.
Ability to lead and train others; ability to objectively assess the performance of others.
Abilities in interviewing and investigative techniques and practices.
Ability to accurately and efficiently complete paperwork, reports, and documentation timely. Ability to utilize supervision in making casework decisions.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Ability to use standard office equipment to include computer, fax machine, copier, and telephone.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree or higher from a higher education institution with course work related to the job responsibilities of child welfare social caseworker as stated in Volume 7.
Course work examples can include and are not limited to, the development of human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures, or therapeutic techniques.
Two years of professional caseworker or case management experience in a public or private social services agency.Bachelor's degree of social work, a Master's degree of social work, or a Master's degree in a human behavioral science field with at least 10 semester or 18 quarter hours in courses relevant to child welfare may substitute for one year of required experience.
Licenses/Certificates:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance as stated within El Paso County's Personnel Policies Manual.
Colorado State Child Welfare Caseworker Certification or the ability to successfully complete and pass initial examination within ninety days of employment.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Must pass conditional post offer background investigation to include fingerprinting, motor vehicle record check, drug screen, and physical examination. College transcripts required prior to date of hire.
Work ConditionsDuties are performed in an office environment, client's homes, schools, jails, and court; must be able to climb stairs in or outside of these environments and able to walk up and down driveways and sidewalks.
Hybrid remote work environment dependent upon Department discretion and business needs. May be exposed to hostile family situations/ individuals, and unsanitary and hazardous conditions.Reliable transportation is required as you will be utilizing your own registered and insured personal vehicle to transport clients as needed; mileage reimbursement is available upon request.
This position may require a 24/7 on-call and after-hours rotational schedule. Local and non-local travel, to include possible out of state travel, may be required.Occasional lifting of files, supplies, children:
exerting 20 lbs. - 50 lbs. occasionally; 10 lbs. - 25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.
VISION El Paso County will be a trusted regional leader known for excellence in county service delivery.
PURPOSE We provide essential public services to the Pikes Peak Region in support of our residents, businesses, and communities, enhancing the freedom for all to thrive.
El Paso County is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer.El Paso County adheres to Federal drug screening guidelines and requires a pre-employment drug screen.
Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits Paid vacation, sick, and personal leave 11 paid holidays Onsite health centers Onsite fitness centers Reach Your Peak wellness program Short and long term disability Life insurance Flexible spending accounts to include dependent care Employee assistance program Tuition reimbursement Retirement plan Deferred compensation (457b)Click on links for and 01 How did you learn of this position? El Paso County Website Employee Referral Social Media (Twitter/Facebook) LinkedIn University/College Career Site Industry-specific Career Site Professional Membership Career Site Career Fair Other 02 Please select your highest level of education.
High school diploma or equivalent education Associate's degree Bachelor's degree currently in progress Bachelor's degree Master's degree or higher None of the above 03 If your Bachelor's degree is still in progress, please confirm your expected conferral date (month & year).
If Bachelor's degree has been conferred, please state N/A.04 If asked, would you be able to provide your Bachelor's or Master's Degree diploma? Yes No 05 Do you have a Bachelor's degree of social work, a Master's degree of social work, or a Master's degree in a human behavioral science field with at least 10 semester or 18 quarter hours in courses relevant to child welfare? Yes No 06 Have you completed course work related to the job responsibilities of a child welfare social caseworker? Examples include the development of human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures, or therapeutic techniques.
Yes No 07 How many years of professional caseworker/case management experience in a public or private social services agency do you have? Less than one (1) year One (1) year Two (2) years Three (3) + years Not Applicable 08 Please describe your professional caseworker/case management experience in a public or private social services agency.
Please notate the years of experience per job (ex:Job title - ## years and description of experience). If not applicable please put N/A. 09 Please describe what leadership means to you and the purpose of leadership. 10 Please describe your experience training and developing others. If not applicable, please put N/A.
11 Do you prefer to work independently or in a team environment? Why? 12 Do you have a Colorado State Child Welfare Caseworker Certification? Yes No 13 This position requires the use of a personal vehicle with proof of insurance.
Are you willing and able to utilize your own personal vehicle? Yes No 14 This position requires local and non-local travel.
Are you willing and able to travel as needed for this position? Yes No Required Question
