Human Services Caseworker B-Intake Screening

DescriptionBoulder CountyHuman ServicesDepartment is seeking to hire aHuman 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, benefitedposition 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 isexempt.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 AnnuallyTentative Hiring Timeline:Phone Screening: March 31stFirst Round Interviews: April 2ndSecond Round Interviews: April 7thReference Check: April 7thNew 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.Examples of DutiesConduct 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 reportsThoroughly and accurately conduct and document all necessary research in computer systemsRecognize gaps in information and use additional sources and resources to gather informationPractice confidentiality by strict adherence to all applicable statutes and regulationsUtilize 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 callersUtilize 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 callersUtilize 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 referralsUtilize 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 callersWork after hour on call shifts as needed to support agency needsPerforms related work, as requiredMay be reassigned during emergency situationsRequired QualificationsPLEASE 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 course 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 recordApplicants must have a valid driver's license as well as your own reliable vehicleFor more information regarding a clean driving record, please clickhere.BACKGROUND CHECK& FINGERPRINTING:* A job offer is contingent on passing a background investigation with fingerprintingPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS* Candidate must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.* Candidate must be able to navigate different terrainsSupplemental InformationPREFERRED 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 SpanishAdditional 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 practiceKnowledge of community resources and agency rules and procedures related to assigned program areaSkill in interviewing techniques and crisis intervention methodsAbility to write reports conciselyAbility to work effectively with other employees, clients, agencies and the publicBoulder 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 employeeson 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.