Traveling Protective Services Caseworker

Overview
Do you love to travel? Do you also love the world of child and/or adult protective services? Are you currently certified to do child and/or adult protective services in the state of Colorado? Then you might be a perfect fit for the Mobile child welfare crisis team!

The Mobile Child Welfare Crisis Team travels to counties who are under staffed and in need of immediate assistance in their protective services department. The Mobile Child Welfare Crisis Team was established due to a gap between the services that county needs vs the services the state can provide. As a previous case worker and supervisor I was constantly dealing with turnover in the protective services unit. I often needed additional help in the field but that help was never available. The state was not permitted to provide the type of assistance that I needed at the county level. After years of frustration I decide to fill that gap. It was then that the idea of traveling caseworkers was born!

This position requires travel to counties in Colorado to assist with child and/or adult protection casework. This is a hybrid position that allows flexibility and remote work. The right candidate for this job will be currently certified to do child and/or adult protection for the state of Colorado, have at least two years experience, be in good standing, and be flexible and available to travel. This is a hybrid position that allows the employee to make their own schedule but does require the employee to travel. This position requires the candidate to perform generalist duties including but not limited to; intake, ongoing, foster care coordinator, and adoption duties. The employee will be paid travel time, periderm at the federal rate for meals, and milage, and hotel costs will be covered. The employee is required to hold their own private insurance.

Duties

• Conduct assessments to determine client needs and develop individualized service plans.
• Provide crisis management support to clients facing immediate challenges.
• Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to empower clients toward positive change.
• Collaborate with community resources and organizations to facilitate access to services.
• Monitor client progress and adjust service plans as necessary.
• Maintain accurate documentation of client interactions, progress, and outcomes.
• Advocate for clients in various settings, including schools, healthcare facilities, and legal environments.
• Address behavioral health issues by connecting clients with appropriate services.
• Support families involved in child protective services or family law matters.
• Provide guidance on conflict management strategies for families in distress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related field
• Current certification through the state of Colorado to practice child and or adult protection in the state of Colorado
• Experience working with children and families, particularly in crisis situations.
• Knowledge of child protective services and or Adult protective services and family law
• Familiarity with behavioral health issues and resources available for support.
• Strong conflict management skills to navigate challenging situations effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations, including individuals with disabilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• A compassionate approach with a strong desire to make a positive impact in the community.
• Ability to travel for two or more consecutive weeks (travel time varies)
• Proficiency in timely and accurate documentation
• Excellent time management skills

Join our team as a Traveling Case Worker and contribute to meaningful change in the lives of those we serve. Your expertise can help empower individuals and families toward brighter futures.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• On call

Application Question(s):

• Are you currently certified to perform child or adult protective services in the state of Colorado?
• Are you willing to travel at least two weeks of each month for work?
• Have you completed the following level of education: Bachelor's Degree?
• Do you have a valid driver license?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lakewood, CO 80228

Salary : $30