POSITION TITLE:   SOCIAL CASEWORKER MANAGER - 2 POSITIONS AVAILABLE

               POSITION NUMBER:   HSD.1491

                         DEPARTMENT:   HUMAN SERVICES

                STARTING SALARY:   $4,132.20 PER MONTH

    APPLICATION DEADLINE:   07/31/2008

 

 

ANY EMPLOYEE NEW TO THE CHILD WELFARE DIVISION MUST SUBMIT FINGERPRINTS FOR A CBI CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK (C.R.S. 26-6-104).

 

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, A COMPLETED LARIMER COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION (EITHER ONLINE OR HARD COPY) MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE LARIMER COUNTY HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY 5:00 P.M. ON THE CLOSING DATE.

 

Supervises the activities, personnel, and functions in child protection, adolescent, or youth offender program providing intake, on-going case management, and related casework services.  Develops and coordinates the plans and organization of the unit.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·         Exercise direct, first-level supervision of positions, employees, operations, and activities within the assigned social casework unit; may include coordinating staff training, assigning and reviewing work, participating in the interview and selection process, making recommendations impacting pay, status, and disciplinary action, evaluating performance independently or in conjunction with a higher-level supervisor/manager, and approving time off. 

·         Act as a resource or expert in program area, providing technical guidance to less experienced staff.

·         Plan individual or group conferences, programs, and administrative goals and objectives for staff and the unit related to the efficiency of operations, competencies, and services.

·         Review cases to assist staff in strategizing alternative solutions to difficult cases; assist staff in oversight of high-profile cases; ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

·         Assist in preparation and make recommendations for unit budget; review and approve expenditures.

·         Write and manage grants; compile and maintain statistical records; prepare and submit reports in compliance with grants requirements and regulations.

·         Develop and recommend policies and procedures.

·         Participate in review boards and act as a liaison with the state to coordinate policy and regulations.

·         Coordinate programs and services with other County departments and collateral community, state, and federal professionals and agencies involved in cases.

·         Perform the duties of caseworkers supervised as needed for coverage and oversight of high-profile cases.

·         Act as duty supervisor on a rotating and on-call basis as required; respond to and resolve complaints and problems with clients, public, and collateral agencies.

·         May assume supervisor duties for the Deputy Division Manager on a temporary basis and as assigned.

OTHER DUTIES:

·         Participate in various committees and boards related to program activities and responsibilities.

·         Perform other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

·         Supervisory principles, procedures, and methods including selection, training, discipline, and evaluation.

·         Principles, practices, and objectives as related to case management, risk assessment, crisis intervention, and counseling, in a child and/or adult welfare program.

·         Scope and application of laws (Colorado Children’s Code, Volume VII) and regulations pertaining to physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, court procedures, and child and adult welfare.

·         Advanced level of casework techniques including in-depth therapeutic approaches, techniques of affecting changes in behavior, child abuse and neglect dynamics, and diagnostic assessment methods.

·         Budget management and resource allocation according to governmental standards and procedures.

·         Routine software and business applications including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and databases. 

Ability to:

·         Counsel and handle both families and staff members, especially in emergencies and difficult situations and/or cases.

·         Maintain sensitive and confidential information.

·         Prepare and maintain clear and concise records and reports.

·         Write and review grant proposals.

·         Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.

·         Supervise and mentor professional and support staff.

·         Organize material and present information clearly and concisely in verbal and written form.

·         Interpret rules, regulations, laws and procedures.          

·         Effectively respond to conflict situations and people in conflict.

·         Act as an official representative of the County in a professional manner with local, state, and national agencies and organizations.

·         Act as a credible witness when testifying in court.

·         To read and comprehend department and County rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and standard operation procedures.

·         Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and members of the community.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:  Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Education:

·         Equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Human Services, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or a related Human Behavioral Sciences field.

Experience:

·         Three years of experience at or above senior level social casework in appropriate area.

Licenses/Certifications:

·         Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Driver’s License.

 

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