Lead Social Case Worker - Child Protection

City and County of Denver; United States; Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

457B Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Holidays and personal days

Insurance plans

Job summary

City and County of Denver, via Denver Human Services, seeks a Lead Social Case Worker to supervise a small team and coordinate child protection services for children under 11. You will guide case management, counseling, and referrals while ensuring compliance with CDHS standards.

The role requires leadership experience, a strong background in child welfare, and a valid driver’s license. Hybrid work arrangements and ongoing professional development are offered by DHS.

Qualifications

• Three years of post-graduation professional social case work experience at the level of Social Case Worker
• Certification as a social case worker in CDHS regulations
• Valid driver’s license required

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 4 Social Case Workers and participate in leadership and development
• Provide intensive social case work services including case management, counseling, referral, placement, and assessment/evaluation
• Assist Social Case Worker Supervisors and perform supervisory roles in their absence
• Attend voices meetings and court hearings with Social Case Workers as needed

Skills

Leadership experience

Child Protection experience

Social Case Worker certification

Proactive attitude

Job description

City and County of Denver, via Denver Human Services, seeks a Lead Social Case Worker to supervise a small team and coordinate child protection services for children under 11. You will guide case management, counseling, and referrals while ensuring compliance with CDHS standards.

The role requires leadership experience, a strong background in child welfare, and a valid driver’s license. Hybrid work arrangements and ongoing professional development are offered by DHS.