Senior Child Welfare & Protection Leader

Fremont Economic Development Corporation; Leadville (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Fremont Economic Development Corporation is hiring a Child Welfare & Adult Protection Manager in Leadville, Colorado. This role involves supervising social caseworkers and managing a diverse array of child welfare services, including child abuse and neglect cases. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work or related fields and extensive experience in social services.

The position provides a supportive work environment with a commitment to professional growth and community impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in social work or other social science preferred.
• Extensive casework experience in a public or private social services agency and management experience required.
• All training required by the Colorado Department of Human Services for certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides continuous supervisory responsibilities over four lower‑level social casework positions.
• Reviews case plans and case reports for technical judgment.
• Supervises the intake assessment and evaluation process.

Skills

Social work principles

Crisis intervention

Interviewing techniques

Community resources knowledge

Knowledge of child development

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in social work

Experience in public or private social services agency

Job description

Fremont Economic Development Corporation is hiring a Child Welfare & Adult Protection Manager in Leadville, Colorado. This role involves supervising social caseworkers and managing a diverse array of child welfare services, including child abuse and neglect cases. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work or related fields and extensive experience in social services.

The position provides a supportive work environment with a commitment to professional growth and community impact.