Children, Youth & Family Services Social Caseworker I/II/III - Support & Services – Part Time
Hourly rate to be commensurate with qualifications
Caseworker I: $20.935 hourly
Caseworker II: $23.195 hourly
Caseworker III: $24.986 hourly
There are openings in Adoptions, Placement, Individual Assessments, Intake, or Ongoing.
Coordinates services and secondary service decisions in support of the Support & Services Unit within the Children, Youth & Family Services Division of the El Paso County Department of Human Services (DHS) to assist in preserving families. Coordinates with the Practice Unit and is responsible for primary decision-making of child protection practices as needed. This position is part of the Children, Youth & Family Services (CYFS) Social Caseworker - Support & Services career progression series, which includes CYFS Social Caseworker I - Support & Services – Part Time, CYFS Social Caseworker II - Support & Services Part Time, and CYFS Social Caseworker III - Support & Services Part-Time. An employee is eligible to advance to the next position within the series when the employee has met the criteria for advancement as notated within the job description and has received a recommendation from the Hiring Authority.
- Interviews clients, coordinates and participates in home studies and provides services to families and children; reports imminent danger for children; makes referrals to community resources.
- Reports clients' progress and provides service recommendation and referrals; provides necessary information to the Support & Services Unit regarding placement and services provided.
- Provides crisis management and coordinates support services for clients to resolve problems and conflicts.
- Attends and testifies in court hearings and mediations as needed; completes appropriate paperwork, documentation, reports, reviews, etc. for court hearings.
- Prepares for and participates in meetings and staffings.
- 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.
- Collects and reports statistics and data on unit and outcomes and performances.
- Facilitates meetings as needed (Caseworker II & III)
- Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications
- To qualify for a Caseworker at any level:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a major in a human behavior science field required as stated in Volume 7 Section 7.603.1 (D) 2 to include a degree with at least 30 semester or 45 quarter hours of coursework in development of human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures, or therapeutic techniques such as social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, and/or child development.
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with co-workers, clients, other agencies, community professionals, 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 guidelines.
- Ability to accurately and efficiently complete paperwork, reports, and documentation.
- Ability to work independently as appropriate.
- Ability to use standard office equipment to include computer, fax machine, copier, and telephone.
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
- 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.
- To qualify for a Caseworker I:
- Minimum one (1) year of professional caseworker, case management, or human services experience in a public or private human services agency required.
- To qualify for Caseworker II:
- One (1) year of professional caseworker/case management experience acquired after the degree in a public or private social services agency required.
- Master’s degree in a human behavioral science field with at least 10 semester or 18 quarter hours in courses relevant to child welfare or a Bachelor’s degree of social work and successful completion of an approved field placement in a county department of human services may substitute for the one (1) year of required experience.
- To qualify for Caseworker III:
- Two (2) years of professional caseworker/case management experience acquired after the degree in a public or private social services agency required.
- Master’s degree in a human behavioral science field with at least 10 semester or 18 quarter hours in courses relevant to child welfare or a Bachelor’s degree of social work and successful completion of an approved field placement in a county department of human services may substitute for the one (1) year of required experience.
- MSW degree from a college or university either accepted into candidacy for accreditation or accredited by the Council on Social Work Education may substitute for the two (2) years of required experience.
Licenses/Certificates
- Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License.
- Must obtain and maintain necessary certifications as applicable to position.
- Colorado State Child Welfare Caseworker Certification or the ability to successfully complete and pass initial examination within ninety (90) days of employment.
Work Conditions
Work is 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. May be exposed to hostile family situations/ individuals, and unsanitary and hazardous conditions. Occasional lifting of files, supplies, children: exerting 20 lbs – 50 lbs occasionally; 10 lbs – 25 lbs frequently, or up to 10 lbs constantly. This is a part-time position regularly working up to 25 hours per week.