Child Welfare Caseworker - Hybrid (Remote/Office)

Boulder County, CO; Colorado; Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PSLF eligibility

Pension contributions

Vacation and leave accruals

Job summary

Boulder County is seeking a Human Services Caseworker B to perform complex professional social work duties in child welfare and related program areas. The role includes field work, investigations, and ensuring child safety, with duties across foster care placement and court testimony.

The position is full-time, hybrid (remote and Longmont office), exempt under FLSA, and requires residence in Colorado by start date. Includes a competitive salary and pension benefits.

Qualifications

• Customer-facing social work skills and decision making.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work with families and diverse populations.
• Familiarity with child welfare procedures is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations of child abuse and neglect.
• Assess child safety and family strengths and needs.
• Counsel and support children and families to create safer environments.
• Determine placement in foster care when needed and monitor placement.
• Prepare legal documents and provide testimony in court.
• Complete required documentation and maintain compliance.
• May be reassigned in emergencies.

Skills

Investigations

Counseling

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Boulder County is seeking a Human Services Caseworker B to perform complex professional social work duties in child welfare and related program areas. The role includes field work, investigations, and ensuring child safety, with duties across foster care placement and court testimony.

The position is full-time, hybrid (remote and Longmont office), exempt under FLSA, and requires residence in Colorado by start date. Includes a competitive salary and pension benefits.