Foster Care Trainer/Certification Caseworker

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Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
07/22/25
Division:
Children Youth Family & Adult Protection Division
Management Level:
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:

Jefferson County Human Services' Caseworkers provide Child Welfare services using Partnering for Safety techniques to engage families as well as daily management of placement referrals and placement options.

This position includes Trainer/Certification Caseworker duties for the Collaborative Foster Care Program of Arapahoe, Douglas, and Jefferson Counties. Employee will be primarily stationed at Arapahoe Plaza building in Littleton, CO.


The Trainer/Certification Caseworker is responsible for the organization and delivery of the Pre-Certification Training Series and ongoing training for the program. This position is responsible for ensuring that potential applicants are motivated to provide temporary foster care services to abused and neglected children in the custody of Arapahoe, Douglas and Jefferson County Department of Human Services. This position is responsible for the certification, supervision, support and retention of foster and kinship foster care providers.

Other job duties include assisting other team members as needed, as well as providing back-up coverage to the Placement Desk, by assisting in covering calls (general program and inquiry for certification) and securing placement resources. May also assist with recruitment efforts and other duties as assigned. The ideal applicant will have high energy and enthusiasm with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment . They should enjoy flexibility and variety in their job duties and have a desire to work with families and other professionals in a team setting.

This position will be responsible for daily use of the Trails database system, the Caseworker Application Timesaver (CAT) and the Integrated Case Management System (ICM), foster care policy, rules and regulations, as well as Volume 7 regulations for foster care certification. SAFE (Structured Analysis Family Evaluation) training is required or must be obtained after hire.

The following duty statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required . The County reserves the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of this job at any time.

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SCHEDULE:

Personal Choice Work Model: After six months of employment, all employees can work with their supervisor to develop a personal choice work model and schedule that works best for them and ensures all role expectations are met . This means an employee may choose to work from the office more or from home more, with some general expectations such as in-person tasks required by role.

• In this position you must be available for some evenings and weekends.
  

• This position is located at 1690 W. Littleton Blvd, Littleton, CO 80120.
  

COMPENSATION:

Hiring Range: $62,000- $64,5 00 USD Annually

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills.

BENEFITS:

Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, flexible schedules, remote work options and more . For more information, click Here for our Total Rewards summary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• The following duty statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential duties that may be required . The County reserves the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of this job at any time.
  

• This position coordinates and conducts pre-certification training for potential foster, kinship foster, and adoptive families. The initial application and certification process for these families will be handled by this position. In addition, ongoing training needs of Collaborative Foster Care Program foster homes will be evaluated and supported by this position.
  

• This position coordinates and conducts pre-screening meetings with individuals interested in applying to become a foster parent with the program. This meeting is designed to help determine if the strengths and goals of the prospective applicant are aligned with the needs of our children and the values of our program.
  

• This position is responsible for the assessment, certification, monthly monitoring, support, and retention of foster and kinship foster care providers. Provides ongoing or crisis intervention to providers as needed. Utilizes skills/framework developed from Partnering for Safety practice.
  

• This position is also responsible for annual home study updates, training, and consultation for foster families. The candidate assesses the physical safety of the home, character and background of the family, their experience in working with children, their knowledge of child development, and any risk factors to children who may be placed in their home. Ongoing support is provided to the family after certification to assist the caregiver in meeting children’s needs. Families are also monitored for meeting continued certification requirements. The ideal candidate must familiarize themselves with the foster care policy, rules and regulations, as well as Volume 7 regulations for foster care certification. Structured Analysis Family Evaluation certification will be required after hire.
  

• This position will be responsible for the presentation of applicants to the Certification Review Team for approval. Employee will match foster children and providers, consult with staff from the Collaborative Foster Care Program and provide placement information to ensure children are placed in levels of care to meet their needs.
  

• Work involves conducting bi-weekly community information meetings (“Information Night”) regarding the Collaborative Foster Care Program. This will require evening and weekend work.
  

• Makes collateral contact with community resources to learn about and secure information or services for the foster care program. This position is available to present at other agency meetings, such as investigation reviews, family engagement meetings, matchings for adoption, group supervision, etc. This position participates in staffings as needed within the agency and outside the agency with other professionals.
  

• Manage a workload of up to 8 certification cases at any given time while in this role.
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: A bachelor’s degree from a higher education institution 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
  

Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities :

• This position requires thorough knowledge of theories, principles, and concepts of social caseworker practice related to child protection.
  

• Knowledge of caseworker principles and methods of human needs and behavior pertaining to child development, parenting, attachment, and separation.
  

• Knowledge and skill in interviewing techniques, crisis intervention methods and relevant treatment modalities.
  

• Knowledge of community resources, of agency rules, regulations and procedures related to child protection issues.
  

• Ability to independently analyze complex situations, formulate plans and make quick decisions as needed.
  

• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious professional relationships with other employees, outside agencies, and public.
  

• Ability to testify
  

• effectively in court hearings. Exceptional organizational skills are required to effectively manage the volume of work and prioritize tasks.
  

• In addition, candidate must become familiar with foster care policy, rules and regulations, as well as all Volume 7 regulations for foster care certification.
  

• Participate in planned recruitment and retention activities.
  

• Learn TRAILS tasks pertinent to resources screens.
  

• SAFE (Structured Analysis Family Evaluation) training is required or must be obtained after hire.
  

• Prior training experience and excellent public speaking skills are preferred.
  

Additional Job Information:

• Criminal History and MV R Background Checks are required for every position.
  

• Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references.
  

• 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, if you are from out of state, you must obtain a valid Colorado driver's license within 30 days of hire date and you must not have any major violations, including DUI, DWI, and/or DWAIconviction(s) in the past three years.
  

• 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.
  

• All Jefferson County Employees must apply through their internal profile.
  

APPLICATION:

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately . All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now: Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities



A resume and cover letter submitted with your application are encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application, please log into your candidate portal .



For more details on the recruitment process, please visit: https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs

Questions? Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at 303-271-8420 or CareerTalent@Jeffco.us

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