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Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
05/18/25Division:
Children Youth Family & Adult Protection DivisionManagement Level:
Individual ContributorScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Benefit Eligibility:
This position is nonbenefit eligible and must work no more than 130 hours per calendar month.Description:
Jefferson County Division of Children Youth Families and Adult Protections mission statement is to promote the safety wellbeing and permanency for children youth adults and families. With this mission in mind the internship program at Jefferson County Children Youth Families and Adult Protection is designed to establish a network of support for our Casework Interns.
The primary goal of our program is to prepare you for a career in child protection. As a Casework Intern you will have the opportunity to shadow other caseworkers in other program areas and sections in addition to your assigned section so that you can get a well rounded experience. Eventually you will be assigned a case or two where you will also be able to use group supervision for case consultation around practice issues. We will do additional training to prepare you for a career in social work. These topics include but are not limited to orientation to the agency domestic violence substance abuse mental health sexual abuse interviewing for caseworker positions as well as completing Transfer of Learning requirements. Our agency is very committed to our internship program and views our interns as a valuable resource for our agency and families.
Due to State requirements and the funding of these positions only candidates who are enrolled in an accredited social work program that have a program requirement to complete an internship will be considered. *Must have access to vehicle and have a valid drivers license.
Hourly rate for BSW Candidates: $19.00
Hourly rate for MSW Candidates: $20.00
Internships with the Jeffco Division of Children Youth Families and Adult Protection includes exceptional individuals on the following teams:
Intake Day Shift and Swing Shift
Permanency
Adult Protection
Are you interested in interning with one of the teams above
Does training toward a career focused on strengthening and preserving families excite you
Is selfcare and support from all levels of the organization important to you
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of families in our community
Join our team to celebrate families successes and help people build better safer lives. Check out our job preview here: https://co4kids/careers
RESPONSIBILITIES
All Casework Interns support a team responsible for:
Extensive case documentation which includes preparing court reports and social histories and utilizing family engagement skills to mitigate risk and enhance safety that will be used in the office client homes and in the community.
Assessing safety of a child/youth/atrisk adults and making decisions based on information available which could include removing a child from their home.
Advocating for families and children testifying in court and deescalating potentially volatile situations.
Daily travel around the Denver Metro area and periodic travel throughout Colorado.
Will discuss in detail and work with families who are dealing with substance abuse mental health domestic violence multigenerational poverty child abuse child neglect and sexual abuse.
In Addition to the above specialized casework teams involve the following:
The Intake Casework Intern supports a team responsible for:
Assessing allegations of abuse/neglect and referring clients to appropriate services.
Collaborating with law enforcement schools medical personnel mental health agencies the courts and providers caring for children.
The Permanency Casework Intern supports a team responsible for:
Coordinating resources for child protection family and adolescent crisis response delinquency and parent/child conflict emancipation planning and facilitating adoptions.
Collaborating with service providers courts the community schools and assessment centers.
The Adult Protection Casework Intern supports a team responsible for:
Assessing allegations of adult abuse and neglect and referring clients to appropriate services.
Conducting home and facility placement visits.
Documenting all case information and progress in the State CAPS system and case files.
Visiting monthly with adult to assess for safety wellbeing and permanency.
Collaborating with various community partners resources and agencies to meet all state requirements for adult protection outcomes.
As an employer of choice we hope you will feel welcome here. The inclusive environment and culture of dignity and respect are what makes this organization so unique. We appreciate that staff uphold our mission and help provide opportunities for our customers to succeed.
Jefferson County Human Services upholds a unique set of core competencies and guiding principles.
Equitable Access to Community Influences of Health
Inclusive Voice
TraumaInformed Customer Service
Employer of Choice
Resiliency
TwoGeneration Model
Value Curve
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To qualify a candidate must be enrolled in an accredited social work program and completing an internship required by your program. Must have access to vehicle.
Offer of placement is contingent on criminal history state automated case management system check and MVR check.
Must not have one of the following convictions: Child abuse crime of violence unlawful sexual behavior or felony for domestic violence.
Must not have a felony involving physical battery or drugrelated offense within the past five years.
Must not have a pattern of misdemeanor convictions within the past 10 years.
Must have valid drivers license
Additional Job Information:
Please note that supplemental questions requiring a written response will serve as a writing sample.
In any materials you submit you may redact or remove ageidentifying information such as age date of birth or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
The Hiring Team is seeking the best fit for these roles and will be accepting applications until the positions are filled. This posting will remain open from February through May 2025.
If you have any questions about this position please reach out to the hiring managers:
Liz Huffman ;
Janet Bueno ; 303 2714135
How to Apply:
Applications will be accepted electronically at Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities.
Applicants complete an online form and have the option to provide a resume and detailed cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for the position. Applications are reviewed and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team regarding next steps. To view the status of your application or direct communication from the hiring team please log into your candidate portal.
For more details on the recruitment process please visit Business Programs and Services
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Part-Time
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