Social Caseworker IV - Child Protection Specialties Investigator Adams County Colorado 11 reviews - Westminster, CO $51,499 a year * Investigate reports of child abuse/neglect identified as egregious, fatal, near fatal, human trafficking, serious bodily injury, high profile/media, and/or other complex, specialized cases. The Specialties investigator is responsible for collaborating with other county caseworkers and supervisors, law enforcement, medical staff, victim advocates, state personnel, social workers, District Attorneys, and other involved professionals to determine the safety and well-being of a child/ren. When required, attends the State Child Fatality Review Team meeting and designated Internal Meetings specific to fatal, near fatal, and egregious incidents. * Investigates reports of child abuse/neglect in foster homes, daycare centers, daycare homes, group homes, detention facilities and residential childcare facilities. While conducting the investigation in the same manner as familial assessments, the institutional investigator is responsible for collaborating with other county caseworkers and supervisors, Division of Childcare staff, (at times) detectives, Child Placement Agency directors and case managers, biological parents, County DSS Directors and other involved professionals in order to determine whether the institution is not only "safe" but also appropriate for the involved children. * Provides intensive crisis intervention and assessment of families' needs, including domestic violence, substance abuse, child abuse and neglect, environmental conditions, and caretakers' capacity to parent. Develops individual case plans and reports. Maintains case records according to Federal, State, and County requirements. Writes court reports, attends legal hearings, testifies for department, consults with attorneys regarding legal aspects of cases. * Provides coverage for the 24- hour Referral/Response Court Liaison. * Assists in Screening process of referrals prior to Red Team determination. * Assists in training new hires/caseworkers in the 24-hour Referral/Response Section. * Adheres to the Adams County Cultural Norms and Values. * Performs related work as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Knowledge of: * Colorado Children's Code * Colorado State Department of Social Services Manual, Volume VII * State Trails SACWIS System * Partnering for Safety Principles * Differential Response Model * RED teams * Forensic Interviewing skills and techniques * Experience/specialization in some or all the above-mentioned specialties * Skill to: * Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. * Assess and coordinate community resources. * Engage clients utilizing strength based, solution focused techniques/principles. * Ability to: * Represent department and County in a positive and professional manner. * Recognize and identify risk factors and dynamics of child abuse, child neglect, and family functioning and cultural issues. * Work independently. * Provide leadership to coworkers and make decisions as needed. Requirements * Experience: Three (3) years of full time professional social casework experience, acquired after the degree in a public or private social services agency, in an area appropriate to the position. * Education & Training: * Bachelor's Degree in one of the human behavioral science fields. * An MSW may substitute for 2 years of the required experience.

• Proof of education, (degree or transcripts,) and license (if candidate has received one) are required. * License or Certificate: * Colorado Child Welfare Caseworker certification required, and must be completed within 3 months of employment, through the Colorado Training Academy (State Child Welfare). Certification through another State will require proof of completion and may substitute for all or part of the training required by Colorado. * Possession of a Colorado Driver's License and proof of automotive insurance. * Background Check: Must pass a criminal background check. Special Requirements Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment: * Ability to work in a standard office environment, Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., although emergencies may extend your day. * Must utilize a personal vehicle to get to many appointments in the local community and surrounding areas within Colorado 16 hours ago - save job - original job Apply On Company Site Other jobs you may like Caseworker FT Southwest Key Programs Denver, CO 30+ days ago Safety Security and Education Manager Menzies Aviation Denver, CO 15 days ago Adult Protection Caseworker Weld County, CO Greeley, CO 5 days ago Kinship Associate Caseworker Jefferson County, CO Golden, CO 1 day ago Emergency Response Team Lead Social Case Work... City and County of Denver Denver, CO 22 days ago * Social Caseworker jobs in Westminster, CO * Jobs at Adams County Colorado in Westminster, CO * Social Caseworker salaries in Westminster, CO Adams County Colorado Adams County Colorado 11 reviews About Adams County Adams County is located in northeastern Colorado. The county is 18 miles wide and 72 miles long, ranging from urban... Let employers find you Thousands of employers search for candidates on Indeed Upload Your Resume