Impactful Child Welfare Intake Specialist

Weld Co; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Weld County is seeking a Child Protection Intake Caseworker to join the team in Greeley, CO. This in-person, full-time position requires strong interviewing, assessment, and collaboration with families and community partners.

Roles include home visits, safety planning, crisis management, and court communications, under supervision. The role offers tiered learning with entry and journey levels, a predictable schedule, and potential limited telework after training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
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• Experience in human services preferred or required for journey level.
• Criminal background checks and driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough assessments with families to determine possible abuse or neglect.
• Make home visits and interview youth, siblings, and caregivers.
• Assess safety and plan interventions; coordinate with supervisor and file in court as needed.
• Provide crisis management and connect families with community resources.
• Prepare court updates and maintain case documentation.

Skills

Typing 40 wpm

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Team player

Adaptable

Conflict resolution

Driver's license

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in human behavior field

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Weld County is seeking a Child Protection Intake Caseworker to join the team in Greeley, CO. This in-person, full-time position requires strong interviewing, assessment, and collaboration with families and community partners.

Roles include home visits, safety planning, crisis management, and court communications, under supervision. The role offers tiered learning with entry and journey levels, a predictable schedule, and potential limited telework after training.