Human Services Caseworker B-Intake Screening

Boulder County Human Services Department is seeking to hire a Human Services Caseworker B-Intake Screening . Boulder County's Department of Human Services, Family and Children's Services Division, is hiring a Caseworker B•Intake Screener. The Intake Hotline Screening Caseworker will perform a variety of complex professional social work duties in areas such as child abuse and neglect, youth-in-conflict, adults unable to protect their own interests, and licensed foster home or facilities. This team is high functioning and mutually supportive. The workload can be heavy and our responsibility is to answer calls 24 hours a day. This team rotates additional on call shifts for extra pay. This is a full-time, benefited position that will work Monday•Friday 10:00am•6:30pm . This position will work remote and out of 3460 Broadway Boulder, Colorado. Under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines, this position is exempt . Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.

Hiring Salary Range :

$63,828.00•$77,886.00

Annually Tentative Hiring Timeline:

Phone Screening:

March 31st

First Round Interviews:

April 2nd

Second Round Interviews:

April 7th

Reference Check:

April 7th New employees receive an 80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hire, in addition to 8 hours of both vacation and medical leave accruals each month ( Must not have been employed at Boulder County during the 12 months prior to re-hire date to qualify) . Boulder County offers bountiful benefits , including pension contributions. Boulder County employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Visit studentaid.gov for more information. Conduct professional screening interviews by phone and with reporters of child abuse and neglect, adolescents in need of services and adult protection. Receive and process police, other written or electronic reports Thoroughly and accurately conduct and document all necessary research in computer systems Recognize gaps in information and use additional sources and resources to gather information Practice confidentiality by strict adherence to all applicable statutes and regulations Utilize expertise in child welfare and child protection programs and models, family and community engagement, and the role of community-based prevention services, in-home safety management and out-of-home placements to guide, direct, support and educate callers Utilize expertise in adult protective services, the concepts of least intrusive intervention and self determination, and the role of community based prevention services, in-home care, assisted living, and skilled nursing care to guide, direct, support, and educate callers Utilize expertise in internal and external resources and support that promote self-sufficiency and well-being for children, families, and at-risk adults, and make appropriate referrals Utilize expertise in adult protective services, the concepts of least intrusive intervention and self-determination,and the role of community based prevention services, in-home care, assisted living, and skills nursing to guide,direct, support, and educated callers Work after hour on call shifts as needed to support agency needs Performs related work, as required May be reassigned during emergency situations

PLEASE NOTE

: When completing your application describe all relevant education and experience, as applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed . Resumes and other attachments are not accepted in lieu of completed applications and will not be reviewed in the initial screening process . 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 attachments will then be shared with the hiring team.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Boulder County is looking for well qualified candidates to fill our positions. Any combination of relevant education and experience is encouraged. In this position, we are looking for a minimum of A bachelor's degree with cour se work related to the job responsibilities of child welfare social caseworker. 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. AND One year of case management experience. Additional related education may count towards required experience.

DRIVER'S

LICENSE and

RELIABLE VEHICLE

: Applicants must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record Applicants must have a valid driver's license as well as your own reliable vehicle For more information regarding a clean driving record, please click here.

BACKGROUND CHECK & FINGERPRINTING

: A job offer is contingent on passing a background investigation with fingerprinting

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidate must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. Candidate must be able to navigate different terrains

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree in Social Work or other human services related field. Customer services experience, demonstrated leadership, and APS and CPS work history. Bilingual in English and Spanish Additional compensation will be provided based on the use of bilingual skills.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Working knowledge of the theories, principles and concepts of social casework practice Knowledge of community resources and agency rules and procedures related to assigned program area Skill in interviewing techniques and crisis intervention methods Ability to write reports concisely Ability to work effectively with other employees, clients, agencies and the public Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.