Arapahoe County

The CAPS Division provides protective services to children and adults, as well as foster care, adoption, adolescent services, teen parent programs and other services that help create strong, effective families.. Some examples of appropriate work experience could include: clinical experience, residential child care experience, milieu experience, domestic violence case manager, paid victim's advocate, probation officer, law enforcement, para-professional work, and/or other case management experience.. In order to meet the minimum educational requirements of a human behavioral science degree, the applicant must have a degree with major course work (equivalent to 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours) in either development of human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures or therapeutic techniques such as social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, and child development.. Areas of study that will be considered to meet the minimum educational requirements as outlined in Volume VII:PsychologySociologySocial WorkCounselingChild DevelopmentCriminal Justice courses relevant to child welfare: This includes courses covering topics in juvenile justice, family law, family conflict, general court procedures, interviewing techniques, dispute resolution, and mediation.. A degree with 30 semester hours or 45 quarters of course work in the following areas: human behavior science field, criminal justice relevant to child welfare, foreign language, anthropology (non-physical anthropology), and/or history relevant to family and cultural development.

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Description Our Mission: Arapahoe County Department of Human Services (ACDHS) builds strong communities by promoting the safety, independence and stability of individuals and families.Our Vision:To end the cycle of poverty and prevent abuse and neglect of children and vulnerable adults (using an integrated Two-Generation approach)ACDHS uses an integrated Two-Generation (2Gen) approach to address all of the basic human services needs of the entire family unit. The 2Gen approach begins with a mindset focused on family-centered program design, continues with the alignment of services and resources within the department as well as across multiple organizations, resulting in coordinated services to children and adults together (family) in order to create long term stability and sustainability.The 2Gen approach builds well-being for families by focusing equally and intentionally on high-quality services in five areas of focus: early childhood education, adult education and employment pathways, economic security, health and well-being and social capital. This approach will help us achieve our core mission of breaking the generational cycle of poverty, preventing neglect and abuse and building strong communities.ACDHS has openings for Social Caseworker B - Intake positions working for the Child and Adult Protection Services (CAPS) Division. The CAPS Division provides protective services to children and adults, as well as foster care, adoption, adolescent services, teen parent programs and other services that help create strong, effective families.The Social Caseworker B - Intake will apply learned and trained knowledge and abilities in professional casework under the direct supervision and oversight of identified Child Welfare staff. The Social Caseworker B - Intake performs complex case management work providing intake social work services to families where child abuse or neglect is present or suspected. Assignments include the provision of extensive assessment and situational evaluation, counseling, crisis intervention, resource mobilization and information and referral around all areas of child protection.The ideal applicant will have high energy and enthusiasm with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. They should enjoy flexibility and variety in their job duties and have a desire to work with families and other professionals in a team setting. Duties Responds to allegations of abuse and/or neglect. Conduct assessments to determine the safety of a child(ren). Determine whether adequate safety measures are present for the child(ren) to remain in the home or if the situation warrants out of home placement.Responsible for case management activities where there has been an allegation of severe neglect, physical abuse, sexual abuse, educational neglect, lack of supervision, and challenges in parent-child relationships. Responds to referrals of fatal or near fatal child abuse/neglect; some allegations also may involve egregious harm or serious bodily injury to a child. Provides immediate and short-term intervention while evaluating and assessing a family’s needs. Complete assessments within 60 days and determine whether long-term support and services are necessary in order to achieve child safety and well-being. Collaborates with collaterals and community partners (ie. law enforcement, medical personnel, school staff, individual family supports, mental health, substance use and domestic violence providers, economic security and housing partners, etc.) to obtain information, coordinate services, case plan, achieve stability and mitigate safety concerns for children.Gathers and consolidate background information to present as documentation for court hearings and to assist in determining appropriate placement when a child needs to be removed from the home.Attends court hearings; consult with attorneys, Guardians ad Litem, children, parents, witnesses, and others during court proceedings. Testify in court providing testimony of involvement with the family.Serves as an information and referral source to other employees and to the public.Responsible for entering documentation and all case contacts into Trails. Responsible for managing caseload and prioritizing work to ensure timeliness, as required by state and federal rules and regulations.Skills, Abilities and Competencies: Ability to adapt to fast-paced and high-volume work environment and be able to handle high stress and complex situations while remaining calm and professional.Must be well versed in effective conflict resolution and possess ability to deescalate hostile situations and confidently make decisions.Ability to effectively communicate in a positive and professional work environment.Establish and maintain professional working relationships with parents, foster parents, relative care providers, staff, peers, supervisors, providers, state officials, and other community partners.Excellent organizational skills and strong ability to prioritize tasks, take initiative, and multitask. Ability to effectively present information, write reports and business correspondence and respond to court, managers, customers, other agencies, co-workers, and the general public via fax, telephone, and email. Ability to clearly articulate concepts, directives and goals to employees, professionals and state and community representatives.Ability to analyze and interpret governmental and legal regulations. Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and state and county computer systems. Ability to learn and apply new computer skills on a regular basis. Behavioral Competencies: Accountability Accessibility Inclusivity Integrity Requirements Education and Experience: A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a major in a human behavior science field* and one (1) year of professional casework, case management, or human services experience in a public or private human services agency. Some examples of appropriate work experience could include: clinical experience, residential child care experience, milieu experience, domestic violence case manager, paid victim's advocate, probation officer, law enforcement, para-professional work, and/or other case management experience.ORA bachelor's of social work degree and successful completion of an approved field placement in a county department of human services.ORA master's degree in social work or a human behavioral science field*.* In order to meet the minimum educational requirements of a human behavioral science degree, the applicant must have a degree with major course work (equivalent to 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours) in either development of human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures or therapeutic techniques such as social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, and child development.Categorically Eligible Degrees: For the purposes of meeting minimum educational requirements, the following degrees obtained from an accredited university will be considered “categorically eligible,” meaning no review of transcripts is required – Bachelor of Arts and/or Master of Arts degree in the following areas of study: psychology, sociology, social work, counseling, child development.Areas of study that will be considered to meet the minimum educational requirements as outlined in Volume VII:PsychologySociologySocial WorkCounselingChild DevelopmentCriminal Justice courses relevant to child welfare: This includes courses covering topics in juvenile justice, family law, family conflict, general court procedures, interviewing techniques, dispute resolution, and mediation.Foreign language coursesAnthropology courses relevant to cultural development and history, linguistic development, and communications. Physical anthropology courses do not count toward minimum requirements.History courses relevant to family and cultural developmentNOTE: Please attach your official or unofficial transcripts of your completed undergraduate and/or graduate degree and list of professional references to your application in the required attachment section. Supplemental Information Pre-Employment Additional Requirements:Must successfully pass pre-employment testing which includes an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR) and background check.Possession of a valid Class “R” Colorado Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within two weeks of employment. Post-Employment Requirements: Security clearance required: will require fingerprinting and a Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) background check.Position is deemed essential and intake casework staff must be available for winter storm and other emergency events. Intake caseworker staff may be asked to be available to work on-call on a rotational basis including evenings, holidays and weekends.Must have already successfully completed the Colorado Pre-Service Training Academy program or if hired must successfully complete and pass all required State of Colorado training in order to be certified as a caseworker. Maintain Child Welfare Certification through 40 or more hours of yearly training.Work locations and facilities are subject to change based on business need.Work - Life Balance:Vacation hours accrue for all active employees based on scheduled hours and years of service, as shown below:10 hours per month (with accrual increases every five years)Sick Time:8 hours per month12 designated paid holidays annually (8 hours paid for each holiday)2 additional floating holidays annually (8 hours paid for each holiday) Work Environment: Work is generally confined to a standard office environment. Physical Demands: The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position.Spends 50% of the time sitting and 50% of the time either standing or walking.Occasionally lifts, carries, pulls or pushes up to 20 lbs.Occasionally uses cart, dolly, or other equipment to carry in excess of 20 lbs.Occasionally climbs, stoops, kneels, balances, reaches, crawls and crouches while performing office or work duties.Verbal and auditory capacity enabling constant interpersonal communication through automated devices, such as telephones, radios, and similar; and in public meetings and personal interactions.Constant use of eye, hand and finger coordination enabling the use of automated office machinery or equipment.Visual capacity enabling constant use of computer or other work-related equipment.Definitions:Occasionally: Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.Frequently: Activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.Constantly: Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time.The salary grade listed is the full salary range for the Social Caseworker B position. Please note that the hiring salary will typically be near the lower end of the pay range listed.Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to: myDirectLoan/#!/pslf/launch NOTE: If you are interested in applying for any of our Social Caseworker positions and/or are considering a career as a Social Caseworker please copy and paste this link into your web browser or click on the Casework Career Preview Video link on the top left of the main job listing page to view the Casework Career Preview Video. watch?v=YWYG-Yj9dhE Privacy Rights 24DocumentCenter/View/10084/Privacy-Rights---24Privacy Rights 25DocumentCenter/View/10085/Privacy-Rights---25Toll Free Applicant Technical Support: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (uploading or attaching documents to your online application), call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627. Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application, first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files, and second, close the document before you attempt uploading (attaching) it.Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to: myDirectLoan/#!/pslf/launch As a Regular Full-Time employee at Arapahoe County Government, you are eligible for benefits such as:Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceLife and Supplemental Life InsuranceShort and Long Term DisabilityMandatory Pension PlanDeferred Compensation PlanPre-paid Legal ServicesVacation and Sick LeavesHoliday payTraining and Educational Reimbursement OpportunitiesFor a more detailed listing of our benefit programs, click on the MENU link on the left and then Benefits Summary. 01 Please choose the response that best describes your educational background. A degree with 30 semester hours or 45 quarters of course work in the following areas: human behavior science field, criminal justice relevant to child welfare, foreign language, anthropology (non-physical anthropology), and/or history relevant to family and cultural development. Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Human Services, Guidance and Counseling and/or Child Development. Master's Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Human Services, Guidance and Counseling and/or Child Development. Doctorate Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Human Services, Guidance and , Counseling and/or Child Development. 02 Please choose the best response that lists your professional casework, case management, or human services experience in a public or private human services agency. No experience or N/A Less than 1 year of experience 1 year of experience 2 years of experience 3 years of experience 4 years of experience 5 years or more of experience 03 Did you successfully complete an approved field placement in a county Department of Human Services? Yes No 04 Have you previously completed the Colorado Pre-Service Training Academy or CORE training? Yes No Yes, however my certification has lapsed and I will need to re-complete the Academy. 05 Are you willing and able to utilize your own personal vehicle for visiting families homes, transporting children, and attending court? Yes No 06 Do you have a current, valid driver's license? Yes No 07 Are you able to perform the essential functions/physical demands of the job with or without accommodation? Yes No 08 Have you received six or more points within the past twelve months or eight or more points within the past twenty-four months against your driving record? Yes No 09 How many moving traffic violations have you been cited for in the past two years? Less than 3 violations 3 or 4 violations 5 or more violations 10 In the past five years, have you had your driver's license revoked or suspended? Yes No 11 Have you ever had an Intentional Program Violation (IPV) related to the receipt of Human Services Benefits such as TANF, Food Stamps or Colorado Works monies? (A "Yes" answer does not automatically disqualify you from employment, since the nature of the violation, date and the job for which you are applying is also considered.) Yes No Required Question

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