Caseworker Intern

Job Description:

Caseworker Intern

Description

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
05/11/25
Division:
Children Youth Family & Adult Protection Division
Management Level:
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefit Eligibility:
This position is non-benefit eligible and must work no more than 130 hours per calendar month.

Description:

Jefferson County Division of Children, Youth, Families , and Adult Protection ’s mission statement is to promote the safety, well-being 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 C asework Interns.

The primary goal of our program is to prepare you for a career in child protection. As a Casework Intern , y ou 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. W e will do a dditional 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 driver’s 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 self-care 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.org/careers

RESPONSIBILITIES

All C asework Interns support a team responsible for :

• E xtensive 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 /at-risk 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 de-escalating 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, multi-generational poverty, child abuse, child neglect and sexual abuse.
  

In Addition to the above, specialized casework teams involve the following:

The Intake Cas ework 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 Case work 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.
  
• Document ing all case information and progress in the State CAPS system and case files.
  
• Visit ing monthly with adult to assess for safety, well-being and permanency .
  
• Collaborat ing 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
  
• Trauma-Informed Customer Service
  
• Employer of Choice
  
• Resiliency
  
• Two-Generation Model
  
• Value Curve
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To qualify, a candidate must be enroll ed 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 assault, battery, or drug-related offense within the past five years.
  
• Must not have a pattern of misdemeanor convictions within the past 10 years.
  
• Must have valid driver's 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 age-identifying 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 - ehuffman@co.jefferson.co.us ; (303) 271-4674

Janet Bueno - jbueno@co.jefferson.co.us; ( 303 ) 271- 4135

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 https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs

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