Bilingual Family Time Caseworker

Description

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Boulder County Human Services Department is seeking to hire a

Bilingual Family Time Caseworker. In this role, you will provide vital support to parents, facilitating meaningful family time that honors the diversity and cultural backgrounds of each family. You will ensure compliance with HB 23-1027 regulations, fostering strong partnerships within the community to empower families. Our team is passionate about celebrating the unique strengths of every family and fostering an inclusive, culturally responsive environment. Through this work, you’ll provide invaluable support to families navigating challenging times, empowering them toward reunification.

This is a

full-time, benefited position that will work Monday - Friday 9:00am - 6:00pm with some Saturdays required to meet the needs of families. This position will work out of 515 Coffman St, Longmont, Colorado. Under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines, this position is exempt.

Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.

Hiring Salary Range: $62,520.00 - $76,284.00 Annually

Tentative Hiring Timeline:

• Phone Screening: Week of August 25th
  
• First Round Interviews: Week of September 1st
  
• Second Round Interviews: Week of September 8th
  
• Language Proficiency Test: Week of September 8th
  
• Reference Check: Week of September 8th
  

New employees receive an

80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hire, in addition to 8 hours of both vacation and medical leave accruals each month (Must not have been employed at Boulder County during the 12 months prior to re-hire date to qualify). Boulder County offers bountiful benefits, including pension contributions.

Boulder County employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Visit studentaid.gov for more information.

Examples of Duties

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• Provide family time services that respect and uplift families' unique cultural identities, ensuring every member feels valued and included
  
• Support and monitor family time between children in open child welfare cases and their parents, identifying strengths, challenges, and any safety concerns during family time
  
• Offer coaching and intervention when necessary to ensure a safe, supportive environment
  
• Transport children to and from family time sessions, ensuring their safety and comfort, including carrying infants and toddlers as needed
  
• Document and observe parent-child interactions, focusing on highlighting strengths and providing constructive feedback to foster growth and connection
  
• Deliver expert testimony in court hearings, such as Termination of Parental Rights (TPR), return home hearings, and family time-specific proceedings
  
• Collaborate regularly with other staff and agencies to determine the appropriate level and location of supervised visits
  
• Remain flexible in scheduling to meet the needs of families, adapting to changes as required
  
• Participate in team meetings, family engagement meetings, group supervision, staff training, and other agency or community engagements
  
• Performs related work, as required
  
• May be reassigned during emergency situations
  

Required Qualifications

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PLEASE NOTE: When completing your application describe all relevant education and experience, as applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed. Resumes and other attachments are not accepted in lieu of completed applications and will not be reviewed in the initial screening process. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your attachments will then be shared with the hiring team.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Boulder County is looking for well qualified candidates to fill our positions. Any combination of relevant education and experience is encouraged. In this position, we are looking for a minimum of

one (1) year of human services casework experience and a bachelor's degree with course work related to the job responsibilities of child welfare social caseworker. 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.

Additional related education may count towards required experience.

DRIVER'S LICENSE & RELIABLE VEHICLE

• Applicants must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
  
• Access to reliable transportation that is readily available for business use
  

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BACKGROUND CHECK & FINGERPRINTING

• A job offer is contingent on passing a background investigation with fingerprinting
  

BILINGUAL SKILLS:

• Applicants must demonstrate English and Spanish fluency at the time of the pre-employment screening process. Spanish language proficiency will be determined through standardized demonstration.
  

+ Additional compensation will be provided based on the use of bilingual skills.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to drive to various home and community locations, including transporting children and parents
  
• Able to lift and carry infants and small children
  
• Willingness to navigate challenging family dynamics while maintaining a focus on solutions and strengths
  
• Familiarity with the principles and methods of social casework, with a commitment to continuous learning and development
  

Supplemental Information

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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working directly with families in home or community settings, with a focus on cultural sensitivity and strengths-based support
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge of the theories, principles and concepts of social casework practice
  
• Knowledge of community resources and agency rules and procedures related to assigned program area
  
• Skill in interviewing techniques and crisis intervention methods
  
• Ability to write reports concisely
  
• Ability to work effectively with other employees, clients, agencies and the public
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Candidate must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
  
• Candidate must be able to navigate different terrains
  

Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.