Open Position – Child Welfare/Adult Protection Caseworker

Baca County Department of Human Services is currently accepting applications for the Child Welfare/Adult Protection Caseworker position. This is a full-time position that includes a benefit package. The Caseworker position provides a full range of generalist social caseworker services for child abuse and neglect, youth-in-conflict, and at-risk adult cases. This position works to achieve the primary goals of safety, permanency, and well-being for children, youth, and families. Qualifications for the position include a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or a behavioral science-related field that meets state requirements from an accredited college or university. A current Driver’s License is required, and a criminal background check will be conducted.

Salary range: $45,000 to $50,000, depending on education, knowledge, and experience.
Benefits package: This is a full-time position that includes vacation, sick leave, personal time, medical insurance, 401K retirement benefits, and employer-paid life insurance.
Applications are available at the Baca County DHS office at 772 Colorado Street, Suite 1, Springfield, Colorado, 81073, or bacacountyco.gov. Please return applications and a copy of your college transcript to the Baca County DHS office. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Baca County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, age, religion, sex, disability, marital status, or national origin.

For questions regarding this position, please call Director Jona Mills at (719) 523-4131 ext. 105 or the Adult, Children and Families Supervisor Danni Griffin at (719) 523-4131 ext. 109.