Description

Please note, this announcement is being reopened. If you have previously applied in December of 2008 you will not be able to reapply.

As our Social Caseworker C/Team Leader you will serve as a functional supervisor in the supervisor absences, due to meetings, planned or unplanned leave, or at any time designated by the unit supervisor. The incumbent provides leadership, ongoing support, and direction to co-workers on the team. The team leader also coaches and counsels staff in the function of their job duties.

Duties

In addition to acting as team lead, the incumbent also performs the expected job tasks of their primary position as a member of the team. This person should set the example of work performance for the team, and perform at successful or above level.

This position provides supervision of fellow co-workers., interns, and acts as consultant to other agency staff.

The Team Leader

approves Trails requests
reviews and sign home studies, kin safety assessment, annual updates(when the supervisor is not available for approval or when directed by the unit supervisor
provides guidance to team members, ensuring delivery of services as appropriate
acts as liaison with external services as necessary
participates in the hiring process for other team workers
substitutes for the supervisor on community and ACDHS committees
provides ongoing training for team members and the community
promotes team building and helps to direct overall team functioning
sets the example of a successful worker for the team and fosters team work
encourage and model taking responsibility for work tasks
provide ongoing support as needed
keep supervisor apprised of issues that my impact the team

The team leader must be available during routine work schedule to assist the supervisor and team. This person must be available for the basic core work hours; and able to adjust his/her schedule as needed in the absence of the supervisor.

The Caseworker C or Lead worker signs home studies and re-assessments in the unit supervisor’s absence; provides workload consultation; helps direct workload flow; approves Trails entries; and provides consultation to other agency staff.

In addition the lead worker is conscious of resources and strives to maximize their use by team members.

And above all supports agency and supervisory directives and maintains effective communication with the supervisor.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of casework techniques which include in-depth therapeutic approaches; techniques of affecting changes in behavior; casework intervention skills; human behavior; normal child development; child abuse neglect dynamics. Advanced knowledge of foster care and certification issues. Specialized skills in employing various therapeutic modalities and counseling techniques; advanced skills in interviewing and in verbal and written communication. Ability to make critical decisions regarding case planning, treatment, and placement of children. Ability to train new workers and critique the work of other professional social case workers, provide consultation, and assist in the evaluation of job performance.

Volume 7 Rules and Regulation for the foster care program and child protection in general.

Trails function in general and resource windows/screen in particular.

Agency policies and procedures and adhere to them.

Education

MSW or

BSW or

Bachelor's or Master's degree in the human behavioral sciences fields.

Experience

Three (3) years of full-time professional social casework experience acquired after the completion of the human behavioral sciences degree in a public or private social services agency.

A MSW will substitute for two (2) of the 3 years required social casework experience.

A BSW or Master's in a human behavioral science field will substitute for one (1) of the three (3) years required social casework experience.

Supplemental Information

Must posses and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License.

Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.

Note the chosen applicant will typically start at or near the minimum of the hiring range.

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.

http://165.127.153.2/childwelfare/ChildProtection.htm

Arapahoe County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other status protected under the law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors. Arapahoe County is committed to making employment accessible to persons with disabilities.
In accordance with Senate Bill 23-058, applicants understand that Arapahoe County will not request or require the applicant to include their age, date of birth, or date of attendance/graduation date on the initial application. Applicants understand that Arapahoe County can request or require an individual to provide documentation including copies of certification, transcripts, and other materials created by a third party. The applicant understands that the applicant can redact, if they so choose, information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from an educational institution on those requested/required certification, transcripts and other materials created by a third party.

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As a Regular Full-Time employee at Arapahoe County Government, you are eligible for benefits such as:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life and Supplemental Life Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
Mandatory Pension Plan
Deferred Compensation Plan
Pre-paid Legal Services
Vacation and Sick Leaves
Holiday pay
Training and Educational Reimbursement Opportunities

For a more detailed listing of our benefit programs, click on the MENU link on the left and then Benefits Summary.

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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.)

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