Adult Protection Caseworker

Who We Are

Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the Countys citizens natural environment and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the regions unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.

Perks of the Gunnison Valley

The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor summer explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain winter alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails too. Youll find great restaurants shopping arts and events in the valleys unique mountain towns For more information on what the valley offers visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here.

Benefits

Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent

Medical Dental and Vision coverage

Vacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 8 hours/month

Sick Leave: 8 hours for each month of service

Dependent Care FSA

FSA and HSA

Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance 1x Annual Salary

Employer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership

Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance including spouse and children

Employee Assistance Program

Mandatory 401(a) 3% Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.

401(a) 3% Employer Contribution match

Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.

457(b) Up to a 3% Employer Contribution match

Discounted Pet Insurance and Gym Memberships

Position Summary

Provides intake and/or ongoing professional casework services to include 24-hour scheduled on-call responsibilities (including weekends and holidays) in rotation with other casework staff.

Pay Rate

The hourly range $27.18 to $32.18 depending on experience plus partial benefits.

This position is currently supported by grant funding which allows us to advance the countys strategic initiatives. Employment beyond the current grant period is dependent on funding availability.

*The County pays monthly on the last weekday of the month.*

View the full job description here.

Hiring Manager

Joni Reynolds

Anticipated Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled.

• Must possess a valid Colorado drivers license.
• Must complete ICS 100 and ICS 700 within the first year of employment.

Qualifications/Education

• A Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university with an equivalent of thirty 30 semester or forty-five 45 quarter hours in human behavioral sciences or health care related courses such as social work sociology psychology psychiatry gerontology nursing special education family intervention techniques diagnostic measures therapeutic techniques guidance and counseling criminal justice other human behavioral sciences or a medical field relevant to the APS program and/or at-risk adults required.
• Successful completion and certification by the Colorado Department of Human Services required.
• Maintain continuing education hours annually and comply with state training requirements.