Adult Protection Caseworker

Description

Who We Are

Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.

Perks of the Gunnison Valley

"The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns" For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here.

Benefits

• Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent 

• Vacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 8 hours/month that is prorated to the number of hours worked

• Sick Leave: 8 hours for each month of service that is prorated to the number of hours worked

• Employer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership 

• Employee Assistance Program 

• Mandatory 401(a) 3% Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement. 

• 401(a) 3% Employer Contribution match 

• Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement. 

• 457(b) Up to a 3% Employer Contribution match 

• Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships

Position Summary

Provides intake and/or ongoing professional casework services to include 24-hour scheduled on-call responsibilities (including weekends and holidays) in rotation with other casework staff.

Pay Rate

The hourly range $27.18 to $30.94 depending on experience, plus partial benefits.

This position is currently supported by grant funding, which allows us to advance the county's strategic initiatives. Employment beyond the current grant period is dependent on funding availability.

*The County pays monthly on the last weekday of the month.*

View the full job description here.

Hiring Manager

Betsy Holena

elizabeth.holena@state.co.us

Anticipated Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Must complete ICS 100 and ICS 700 within the first year of employment.

Qualifications/Education

• A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with an equivalent of thirty 30 semester or forty-five 45 quarter hours in human behavioral sciences or health care related courses, such as, social work, sociology, psychology, psychiatry,      gerontology, nursing, special education, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures, therapeutic techniques, guidance and counseling, criminal justice, other human behavioral sciences, or a medical field relevant to the APS program and/or at-risk adults, required.
• Successful completion and certification by the Colorado Department of Human Services, required.
• Maintain continuing education hours annually and comply with state training requirements.