State of Colorado

The ARD manages quality assurance and quality improvement programs for Colorado’s child welfare and adult protective services systems.. Specifically, the ARD is the mechanism responsible for the federally required Case Review System and a portion of the Quality Assurance System for both the Division of Child Welfare and the Division of Youth Services.. Additionally, the ARD conducts quality assurance reviews of Adult Protective Services cases.. Conducting adult mistreatment, or self-neglect investigations for at-risk adults, provision of ongoing adult protection services for at-risk adults, or supervision of professional social caseworkers in adult protective services.. Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan www.copera.org plus 401(k) and 457 plans

protective services

Department Information This position is open to the State of Colorado residents only. Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefits package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details! The Administrative Review Division's (ARD) vision is to create a safe and promising future for children and at-risk adults. Our mission is to strengthen the communities, families, and systems that work to make that future possible. As a neutral, third party, we do this by facilitating reviews, gathering and analyzing data, publishing research, and providing training and technical assistance to effect change in practice, policy, and programs that lead to improved outcomes for Colorado's children and at-risk adults. Colorado's Administrative Review Division (ARD) serves as an independent third-party review system under the auspices of the Colorado Department of Human Services. The ARD manages quality assurance and quality improvement programs for Colorado’s child welfare and adult protective services systems. Specifically, the ARD is the mechanism responsible for the federally required Case Review System and a portion of the Quality Assurance System for both the Division of Child Welfare and the Division of Youth Services. Additionally, the ARD conducts quality assurance reviews of Adult Protective Services cases. With an ultimate passion of providing permanency and well-being for Colorado's children, and the safety and protection of at-risk adults, the Administrative Review Division works closely with Colorado's counties to train, measure and assess their adherence to State and Federal regulations. Such regulations are in place to help prevent unnecessary moves for children in foster care and to assess (and encourage) that the needs of the families', children, and at-risk adults are being appropriately addressed. Child Welfare Quality Assurance: Specifically, the ARD is the mechanism responsible for: The federally required child welfare Case Review and Qualitative Case Review systems, Administrative Reviews Court ordered substituting Administrative Reviews Screen Out Reviews Assessment Reviews In-home Services Case Reviews Institutional Abuse/Neglect Reviews Colorado’s statutorily mandated Child Fatality Review Team Foster Home Certification Reviews Child Welfare Hotline Reviews Adult Protective Services Quality Assurance: Adult Protective Services qualitative case reviews Child and Adult Maltreatment Dispute Review Section Child abuse and neglect dispute review unit Adult Protective Services dispute review unit Qualified Residential Treatment Program Placement Review Opt-in below to receive text message updates on CDHS recruiting events! CDHSCareers Description Of Job The purpose of the Adult Protective Services Dispute Review Unit (APSDRU), within the Child and Adult Mistreatment Dispute Review Section (CAMDRS), is to review county department findings or responsibility for incidents of mistreatment of an at-risk adult when such determinations are appealed in accordance with due process principles. Duties of the work unit include: review records and evidence related to reports of maltreatment of at-risk adults substantiated by county departments of human/social services pursuant to the Colorado statute and State Department rules; determine if the incident on appeal meets the regulatory and statutory definitions of mistreatment of an at-risk adult and whether the evidence in the record is sufficient to successfully defend the finding before an independent administrative law judge; determine if the evidence supports reversing the decision to confirm the report of mistreatment of an at-risk adult; undertake settlement or negotiation with the appellant when deemed appropriate to resolve the dispute prior to hearing; consult with staff attorneys in the Department of Law regarding the administrative appeal when authorized; consult with county and state staff where appropriate or necessary to resolve the matter on appeal; recommend regulatory or policy changes to resolve negative trends, ambiguity, misinterpretation or inconsistent application of state rules or policies; when requested, provide training to county departments, staff and other parties interested in the at-risk adult mistreatment administrative appeal process. Duties and functions are performed pursuant to C.R.S 26-3.1-108. Description Of Job: The position's main purposes are to review and evaluate administrative appeals submitted by individuals who were determined by a county APS agency to be responsible for the mistreatment of an at-risk adult; evaluate the legal and factual sufficiency of the record to support the county determination (substantiated) applying statutory, regulatory, and administrative standards to the facts evidenced in the record; apply independent judgment based on APS subject matter expertise, established law, criteria, and guidelines to enter into settlement negotiations and agreements to resolve the appeals prior to hearing. Alternatively, the position will not enter into settlement negotiations under circumstances where the incident or other factors indicate that the individual found responsible should never work with an at-risk adult. The individual is authorized to enter into legally binding settlements on behalf of the Department in accordance with guidelines and their discretion. The purpose of these activities is to protect at-risk adults from individuals who have shown themselves to be a risk to at-risk adults while at the same time providing due process to the individual and a fair and objective assessment of the risk that the individual poses. The position also may be asked to provide training to county department personnel or other interested persons and participate in CDHS committees related to APS issues. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Experience: Two years of professional adult protective services experience: <ul><li>Conducting adult mistreatment, or self-neglect investigations for at-risk adults, provision of ongoing adult protection services for at-risk adults, or supervision of professional social caseworkers in adult protective services.</li><li>Working knowledge/experience utilizing Volume 30 Regulations and Colorado Statutes for Adult Protective Services.</li><li>Demonstrated experience reading and evaluating multiple volumes of typed and/or handwritten case materials on a daily basis; and</li><li>Possess intermediate computer skills to enter information into various databases, produce reports, and email information to colleagues and others. </li></ul>Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, human services or closely related field. Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in social work, psychology, sociology, criminology, criminal justice, criminalistics, law, or a field of study closely related to the work assignment. This position shall require a Bachelor's degree with an equivalent of thirty (30) semester or forty-five (45) quarter hours in human behavioral sciences or health care related courses, such as, social work, sociology, psychology, psychiatry, gerontology, nursing, special education, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures, therapeutic techniques, guidance and counseling, criminal justice, other human behavioral sciences, or a medical field relevant to the APS program and/or at-risk adults. Preferred Qualifications: <ul><li>Experience supervising APS staff or programs</li><li>Demonstrated working knowledge and experience utilizing the CAPS computer program.</li><li>Exceptional communication skills, including demonstrated success in developing curriculum and providing training.</li><li>Preference will be given to candidates who possess a graduate-level degree from an accredited college or university in in criminology, criminal justice, criminalistics, law, social work, psychology, or sociology. </li></ul>Highly Desirable Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities <ul><li>Demonstrated working knowledge and understanding of federal and state law and how it applies to the appeal process;</li><li>Ability to derive logical conclusions from available information, utilizing a combination of judgment and formal guidance, in order to determine if departmental objectives have been met;</li><li>Ability to effectively communicate in both written and oral format to prepare and present review findings and provide technical assistance;</li><li>Ability to set and prioritize workload, identify short- and long-term goals and develop strategies to achieve them. </li></ul>Conditions of Employment <ul><li>Candidates must possess a valid U.S. Driver's License upon date of hire and maintain throughout employment in this position.</li><li>Candidate must be willing and able to travel throughout the State to assigned areas as required.</li><li>Candidates must pass a Colorado Background of Investigation background check, a Federal Bureau of Investigation background check, and drug screen prior to start date with the Department.</li><li>Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS. </li></ul>APPEAL RIGHTS: If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the department’s action. For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules. Supplemental Information How To Apply The Assessment Process For additional recruiting questions, please contact karina.sanchez @cdhs.state.co .us About Us: If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer: <ul><li> Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan www.copera.org plus 401(k) and 457 plans </li><li> Medical and dental health plans </li><li> Employer supplemented Health Savings Account </li><li> Paid life insurance </li><li> Short- and long-term disability coverage </li><li> 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave </li><li> BenefitHub state employee discount program </li><li> Employee Wellness program </li><li> Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more </li><li> Remote work arrangements for eligible positions </li><li>Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more </li></ul>information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs . Our Values: We believe in a people-first approach: To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans . Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement. We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado. Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public. We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy. Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities. ADAA Accommodations: CDHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhs_ada@state.co.us or call 1-800-929-0791. ~THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER~ Toll Free Applicant Technical Support

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