Human Services Bilingual APS Caseworker B

Description

Boulder County Human Services Department is seeking to hire a Human Services Bilingual APS Caseworker B. This is the journey level classification in the Human Services Caseworker series. This specific position is with Adult Protective Services.

The Human Services Adult Protection Services Caseworker performs a variety of complex human services and social work duties within the human services adult protection program.

Adult Protection Services caseworkers investigate allegations of the mistreatment, neglect, and self-neglect of at-risk adults. These caseworkers further evaluate and assess what the adult wants and needs to mitigate danger and improve safety. A critical aspect of this position is a working knowledge of assessing for safety and risk and determining level of intervention required by the Department of Human Services. Additionally, the person in this position will offer and coordinate supportive services to prevent, reduce or eliminate the current or potential risk using community-based services and resources in addition to family and friends.

This is a full-time, benefited position that will work Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm. This position will work remote and out of 3460 Broadway, Boulder, Colorado. Under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines, this position is exempt.

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 Annually

Tentative Hiring Timeline:

• First Round Interviews: Week of May 11th
• Second Round Interviews: Week of May 18th
• Language Proficiency Test: Week of May 25th
• Reference Check: Week of May 18th

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Examples of Duties

• Conducts investigations of alleged mistreatment and self-neglect and performs other Adult Protection casework duties, according to guidelines outlined for a journey level caseworker
• Provides in-depth investigations (i.e. to include joint investigations with law enforcement and/or other agencies) and develops effective case plans to address risk/safety to meet the needs of at-risk adults
• Makes homes visits with clients, provides information regarding available services and other resources and coordinates the provision of the services (i.e. to include assisting clients in completing applications for services designed to meet their needs)
• Make collateral contacts to assist in the Investigation, Assessment, Case Plan and monitoring of services
• Testifies in Court and in front of Administrative Law Judge when necessary regarding Adult Protection clients
• Complete all casework documentation within required time-frames as set by the County and the State
• Participate in Red Team groups, scheduled supervision, Adult Protection Review team meeting, team meetings and division meetings
• Performs related work, as required
• May be reassigned in emergency situations

Required Qualifications

PLEASE 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 from a higher education institution 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

• 1 (one) year of human services casework experience

Additional related education may count towards required experience.

DRIVER'S LICENSE & RELIABLE VEHICLE:

• Applicants must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
• Access to reliable transportation that is readily available for business use
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BACKGROUND CHECK & FINGERPRINTING:

• A job offer is contingent on passing a background investigation with fingerprinting

BILINGUAL SKILLS:

• Applicants must demonstrate English and Spanish fluency at the time of the pre-employment screening process. Spanish language proficiency will be determined through standardized verbal/verbal and written demonstration. (tier 2 will be verbal, tier 3 written and verbal)
• Additional compensation will be provided based on the use of bilingual skills.

Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the theories, principles and concepts of social casework practice
• Working knowledge of interviewing techniques and crisis intervention methods
• Working knowledge of investigative practices
• Working knowledge of needs assessment techniques
• High level of creative, collaborative and equitable problem solving
• Ability to think critically under pressure
• Ability to produce clear, concise, accurate and detailed written documentation
• Ability to demonstrate strong time management with work in the field as well as paperwork
• Ability to work effectively with other employees, clients, agencies and the public

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Candidate must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Candidate must be able to navigate different terrains

Boulder 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 employees on 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.