Hybrid Child Welfare Casework Manager

Larimer-County-1; Colorado; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan 401(a)

Job summary

Larimer County Department of Human Services is seeking a Social Caseworker Manager to supervise and develop child protection caseworkers, focusing on safety, permanency, and well‑being for families. The role emphasizes coaching, data‑driven practice, and cross‑agency collaboration.

The position is hybrid with at least one day in the office and requires strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills. Prior child welfare supervision and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from a higher education institution with coursework related to the job responsibilities of child welfare social casework supervisor.
• Three (3) years of professional, internship, or volunteer work experience in a human services-related agency. Masters degree may substitute for one year.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License by date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and oversees the review of child protection referrals and helps to determine acceptance and assignment of referrals for assessment.
• Sets and meets quality standards for services.
• Uses data to monitor outcomes and create discussion opportunities to improve practice and services for families.
• Supervises, teaches, coaches, and supports intake and ongoing CWs in assessing for and planning for child safety, permanency, and well‑being.
• Supervises and monitors ongoing case management for both court‑involved and non‑court‑involved cases.
• Provides supervision regarding safety and risk tools and supports caseworkers in the development of detailed Safety and Support Plans that control for the child protection concern.
• Collaborates with internal and external partners to provide a continuum of services for children, youth, and families.
• Provides regular feedback, promotes critical thinking within their team, and completes regular performance reviews.

Skills

Social work principles

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Staff coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Driver's license

Job description

Larimer County Department of Human Services is seeking a Social Caseworker Manager to supervise and develop child protection caseworkers, focusing on safety, permanency, and well‑being for families. The role emphasizes coaching, data‑driven practice, and cross‑agency collaboration.

The position is hybrid with at least one day in the office and requires strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills. Prior child welfare supervision and a valid driver's license are required.