Adolescent Court Social Caseworker

El Paso County (CO); Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

El Paso County (CO) is seeking a child welfare social caseworker to connect youths and families with services while navigating court involvement. You will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and work with attorneys, guardians ad litem, and partner agencies to identify solutions.

The role emphasizes collaboration, community partnerships, and flexible hours with possible hybrid work after orientation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from a higher education institution with relevant coursework.
• One year of professional, internship, or volunteer work in a human service-related agency.
• BSW/MSW internship may substitute for required experience.

Responsibilities

• Interviews clients and develops appropriate treatment plans; initiates and/or participates in home studies and provides intensive casework services to families and children.
• Monitors and reports clients’ progress and provides service recommendations/referrals.
• Addresses child safety issues in the home to mitigate safety concerns and ensure interventions.
• Provides crisis management and coordinates support services for clients to resolve problems.
• Acts as a liaison for the DHS and consults with other caseworkers and community professionals.
• Provides casework and assessment services for teams within the Practice Unit.
• Attends and testifies in court hearings and mediations; completes paperwork and reports for court hearings.
• Prepares for and participates in meetings and staffings.
• Documents all contacts and ensures paperwork and documentation are filed; updates database.
• Arranges transportation for clients to appointments, court hearings, school, etc.
• Ensures compliance with laws, rules, and regulations; reviews cases and plans.
• Provides support to Practice and Support services teams as needed.
• Collects and reports statistics and data on unit outcomes and performance.
• Facilitates meetings as needed.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Conflict resolution

Decision making

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Social Work or related field

Job description

El Paso County (CO) is seeking a child welfare social caseworker to connect youths and families with services while navigating court involvement. You will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and work with attorneys, guardians ad litem, and partner agencies to identify solutions.

The role emphasizes collaboration, community partnerships, and flexible hours with possible hybrid work after orientation.