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El Paso County, CO lists this Social Caseworker - Children, Youth, & Family Services (Part-Time) opportunity in colorado springs, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Salary:
$25.87 - $38.81 Hourly
Location : El Paso County, Colorado Springs, CO
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number:
Department: Department of Human Services
Division: Children, Youth & Family Svcs
Opening Date: 08/11/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
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VISION
El Paso County will be a trusted regional leader known for excellence in county service delivery.
PURPOSE
We provide essential public services to the Pikes Peak Region in support of our residents, businesses, and communities, enhancing the freedom for all to thrive.
VALUES
Service Focused • Collaborative • Accountable • Trustworthy • Transparent
Job Summary
**To be considered, applicants must upload their unofficial transcripts with their completed application.**
Are you passionate about supporting children and families in El Paso County and interested in building your skills as a caseworker? We're seeking a self-motivated, adaptable, and detail-oriented part-time caseworker to join our team. In this position, you'll work alongside caseworkers and multidisciplinary teams to assist with interviews, home visits, documentation, and overall casework support. Your day will include a mix of in-office responsibilities and fieldwork, providing meaningful support to both staff and the families served.
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Hiring Range: $27.789 - $30.193 hourly
Anticipated Hiring Rate: $29.105 hourly
This position has an anticipated work schedule up to 25 hours per week between Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM ; subject to change. Hybrid schedule may be available upon successful completion of the initial evaluation period; subject to change.
Due to the sensitive nature of this role, additional background checks may be required, including a Government Program Fraud check, Child Welfare Abuse & Neglect database (TRAILS) check, and Child Welfare Caseworker Falsification check.
Please be advised this position may close without advance notice, should we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications.
This position works to preserve and/or rehabilitate families while protecting children's physical, emotional, and mental well-being through child protection, adolescent services, placements, and/or permanency plans. Based on position assignment, coordinates the practice and is responsible for primary decision-making of child protection practices or coordinates the services and secondary-service decisions as related to safety, permanency, well-being and preserving families. This position is part of the Social Caseworker - Children, Youth, & Family Services (CYFS) career progression series, which includes Associate Social Caseworker - Children, Youth, & Family Services and Social Caseworker - Children, Youth, & Family Services. Employment is subject to the terms, conditions, and policies detailed in the Personnel Policies Manual (PPM). This position requires regular in-person presence as an essential job function.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Interviews clients and develops appropriate treatment plans; initiates and/or participates in home studies, and provides intensive casework services to families and children; investigates allegations of child abuse and assesses imminent danger for children; makes referrals to community resources and collateral contacts.
Monitors and reports clients' progress and provides service recommendations/referrals. Ensures that needed services are being provided, that treatment plans are being followed through in a timely manner and determines the appropriateness of the placement and services provided.
Addresses child safety issues in the home to mitigate safety concerns; ensures that children in the department's custody or supervision receive necessary interventions.
Provides crisis management and coordinates support services for clients to resolve problems and conflicts.
Acts as a liaison for the DHS and consults with other caseworkers and community professionals on case situations, treatment/case plans, issues, and problems.
Provides casework and assessment services for teams within the Practice Unit.
Attends and testifies in court hearings and mediations as needed; completes appropriate paperwork, documentation, reports, reviews, etc. for court hearings monitors clients' compliance with court orders; serves temporary custody notices and petitions the court for verbal orders.
Prepares for and participates in meetings and staffings.
Documents all contacts and ensures that all paperwork and documentation are accurately completed and filed; completes necessary case information reports, inputs updates into database.
Arranges and provides transportation for clients to appointments, therapy, school, court hearings, pre-placement visits, etc.
Ensures compliance with Federal, State and County laws, outcome measures, rules, and regulations; reviews cases to ensure case plans are developed and implemented.
Provides support to Practice and Support and Services teams within the CYFS Division as needed.
Collects and reports statistics and data on unit and outcomes and performances.
Facilitates meetings as needed.
Performs other duties as required.
Supervision Exercised: This classification does not have supervisory authority; however, may be required to provide expertise or limited guidance or direction to employees, such as overseeing work quality, training, and guidance. Typically serves as a subject matter expert on the scope of functional area.
Supervision Received: Receives general supervision. This classification typically performs job duties by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. Regular direction, guidance, and coaching from supervisor may be expected. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance reviewed periodically.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of casework practices, procedures, and guidelines.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with co-workers, clients, other agencies, community professionals, the courts, and the public. Ability to provide excellent customer service.
Ability to efficiently plan, schedule, and organize.
Ability to assess situations and make prudent and appropriate decisions; ability to apply conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
Ability to accurately and efficiently complete paperwork, reports, and documentation.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Ability to use standard office equipment to include computer, fax machine, copier, and telephone.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Required Education & Experience Bachelor's degree or higher from a higher education institution with course work related to the job responsibilities of child welfare social caseworker as stated in Volume 7. Course work examples can include and are not limited to, the development of human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures, or therapeutic techniques. A degree in progress that is conferred by the start date may be considered.
One year of professional, internship, or volunteer work experience in a human service-related agency. Successful completion of a Bachelor's Degree of Social Work (BSW) or Master's Degree of Social Work (MSW) internship in a human services-related agency may substitute for the required experience.
Licenses/Certificates Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance as stated within El Paso County's Personnel Policies Manual.
Must obtain and maintain necessary certifications as applicable to the position.
Must possess or obtain Colorado State Child Welfare Caseworker Certification within ninety days of course enrollment and maintain certification thereafter.
Pre-Employment Requirements Must pass conditional post-offer background investigation, including fingerprinting, motor vehicle record check, and drug screen. College transcripts required prior to the date of hire.
Work Conditions
Duties are performed in an office environment, client's homes, schools, jails, and court; must be able to climb stairs in or outside of these environments and able to walk up and down driveways and sidewalks. This position may require occasional lifting, such as files, supplies, children, and car seats. Hybrid remote work environment dependent upon Department discretion and business needs. May be exposed to hostile family situations/individuals, and unsanitary and hazardous conditions. Reliable transportation is required as you will be utilizing your own registered and insured personal vehicle to transport clients as needed; mileage reimbursement is available upon request. This position may require a 24/7 on-call and after-hours rotational schedule. Local and non-local travel, including possible out-of-state travel, may be required.
The classification specification above is intended to describe the general nature of work, key responsibilities, and minimum qualifications. Minimum qualifications reflect the baseline experience required for the classification. Departments may establish additional or preferred qualifications to address operational needs, assignment complexity, and specialized functions, provided such qualifications are job-related, consistent with the intent of the classification, and as approved by the Human Resources department. Specific job assignments, duties, education, experience, licenses/certifications, and working conditions may vary based on the department or office's needs and the requirements of the assigned position. Changes to this classification specification may only be made by the Human Resources Department.
El Paso County is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer.
El Paso County adheres to Federal drug screening guidelines and requires a pre-employment drug screen.
Sick leave is provided to employeesper the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. Part-time employees may be eligible for holiday pay if the holiday falls on their regularly scheduled workday. In such cases, they will be paid for the hours they are scheduled to work that day.
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How did you learn of this position? I am currently employed by EPC
El Paso County Website
Indeed.com
Employee Referral
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University/College Career Site
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Please select your highest level of education. High school diploma or equivalent education
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree currently in progress
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree or higher
None of the above
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Have you completed a Bachelor's of Social Work or Master's of Social Work internship to include all 440 hours? Yes
No
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Do you have at least one year of professional, internship, or volunteer work experience in a human services related agency? Yes
No
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Please select the closest option to your career goals. Looking for part-time employment for the foreseeable future
Looking for part-time employment with plans to move to full-time employment within the next two years
Looking for part-time employment with plans to move to full-time employment within the next three to five years
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Do you have a Colorado State Child Welfare Caseworker Certification? Yes
No
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This position requires the use of a personal vehicle with proof of insurance. Are you willing and able to utilize your own personal vehicle while maintaining proof of auto insurance and a valid driver's license? Yes
No
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This position requires local and non-local travel. Are you willing and able to travel as needed for this position? Yes
No
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This position requires on-site work during the initial evaluation or training period, which typically lasts 6-months. Following this period, you may be eligible to telework/work remotely up to one or two days per week depending on the work schedule. Telework/remote work is heavily based on business and operational needs, is not guaranteed, and may be modified or suspended at any time. You may be required to work in person at any time, including on days otherwise scheduled for telework/remote work. Do you understand and acknowledge these requirements and expectations? Yes
No
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Have you read, and do you accept the work conditions as outlined in the job posting? Yes
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Worksite address
colorado springs, CO, 80509, US
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