Child Welfare Ongoing Caseworker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Child Welfare Ongoing Caseworker

Department : Department of Human Services

Reports To : Human Services Director

Classification : Full-Time, Exempt / Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Compensation Range : $67,000 - $72,000

Benefits : Employee Benefits | Lake County, CO

• Open until filled

​​​​​​​Planned start date : 1 / 12 / 2026

Position Summary

The position provides a full range of social casework services, including intake and ongoing support, within various Title XX program areas. This may include cases involving child abuse and neglect, youth in conflict, and adults who are unable to protect their own interests. The role is responsible for assessing client needs, developing and implementing service plans, and ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals and families.

General Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

Supervisory Responsibilities

Requirements

Compensation will be determined by the applicant’s full skillset with consideration of the following :

Knowledge of :

Ability to :

Hazard Notice

This position involves exposure to potential hazards that may arise while performing fieldwork and case management duties. Employees may encounter hostile or emotionally distressed clients, unsafe home environments, communicable diseases, and other health or safety risks during investigations and home visits. The role may also involve driving in adverse weather conditions, responding to after-hours emergencies, and managing emotionally stressful situations related to abuse, neglect, or crisis intervention. Employees are expected to follow all safety procedures, use sound judgment, and adhere to established protocols to minimize risk and ensure personal safety.

Physical Activity & Work Environment

EOE Statement

Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Assistance or accommodation during the application process due to a disability is available upon request.

Notice of Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be authorized to lawfully work for any employer in the United States. Lake County is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

Notice of Emergency / Disaster Responsibilities

All Lake County Employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker when a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of County Commissioners. To be prepared for this role, all employees and emergency service function (ESF) leads will attend emergency management trainings and exercises as requested by the Director of Emergency Management. With advanced notification from OEM, employees will make reasonable efforts to attend training events in coordination with other employees and supervisors.

Other Duties

Please note that this job description does not intend to cover or contain a full comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Expected Duration of the Application Process

Due to the nature of the application and selection process for Lake County full-time positions, applicants can reasonably expect the application process to take a significant amount of time to complete before a decision is made to hire or not to hire. Typically, it takes approximately two (2) to four (4) weeks from the date of application to complete the entire selection process. The length of time it takes to complete the process can vary depending on a variety of factors. Please note that this is an estimated duration of the selection process.

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