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Unit Supervisor - CFC (Kinship Support Services) -164455

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Unit Supervisor - CFC (Kinship Support Services) -164455

Salary

$76,497.92 - $110,921.98 Annually

Location

Westminster, CO

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

07044

Department

Human Services

Division

HS Child Welfare

Opening Date

05/30/2025

Closing Date

6/13/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

Our Mission

To responsibly serve the Adams County community with integrity and innovation.

EEO

Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status,marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Position classification

Hybrid -- Job duties and expectations allow for onsite and remote work scheduled every week. Employees in this classification are regularly scheduled onsite one (1) to four (4) days per week based on the County needs and as determined by Department Director. Hybrid classified roles can be onsite more than the set minimum based on employee preference.

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What Success Looks Like In This Job

Manages the support, evaluation, and retention of kinship families. Supervises a team of social services caseworkers, case aides, and benefit navigators. Performs all supervisory functions (planning, organizing, leading, and monitoring) to ensure the highest performance of the employees supervised. Ensures compliance with all related federal and state requirements for kinship families.

Examples of Duties for Success

+ Provides support and coaching to the team for the delivery of excellent customer service to community kinship families, non-certified kinship families and potential certified kinship families?

+ Reviews, edits, revises, and approves any in-house orientation/training curriculum for kinship families.

+ Reads, reviews, and approves home study reports and provides guidance and direction.

+ Communicates the program's purpose, needs, and requirements to section supervisors and staff.

+ Resolves informal complaints and grievances.

+ Participates in review teams as requested .

+ Supervises staff through individual meetings, team meetings, problem-solving, coaching, and mentoring as needed.

+ Establishes performance standards for staff and collects monthly data on unit activities and accomplishments. Provides monthly report to the Prevention Services Manager.

+ Develops agency policies and procedures related to kinship families.

+ Attends internal leadership meetings to continuously improve process, philosophy, and practice within the division.?

+ Facilitates RED (Review, Evaluate, Direct) Teams /Initial Reviews.

+ Provides coverage duties for supervisors in the Placement Services and Support Pod as needed.

+ Oversight of Icebreaker Program implementation, statistics, and quality improvement.

+ Work collaboratively with community and faith-based agencies to develop new partnerships that benefit Adams County children and families and maintain ongoing and strong connections with well-established partnerships.

+ Oversight of Benefit Navigator Program services and supports, statistics, and quality improvement.?

+ Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required . ?

Qualifications for Success

+ Ability to provide leadership to team members utilizing coaching techniques.

+ Skill to be organized, manage time, engage problem solving techniques, utilize data and statistics to guide practice.

+ Support diversity, equality, and inclusivity (DE & I) within the team, section, division, department, and county.

+ Develop practices within the team that support DE & I in the services and support to families and children.

+ Working knowledge of child welfare practices, including the impact of trauma to children placed out of home.

+ Ability to work in potentially unsafe situations, effectively manage stress, utilize active listening skills, process/analyze/interpret large amounts of data and family history, and de-escalation techniques

+ Familiarity with and knowledge of State laws/regulations including the Colorado Children's Code, agency policies and procedures, and agency, county, and state letters, including Volume 7 as it pertains to kinship foster home certification.

+ Knowledge of federal laws, regulations, procedures, and requirements regarding the health and welfare of children.

+ Skilled in negotiation and able to work towards resolution of differences in an objective manner.

+ Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

+ Ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

+ Ability to operate Outlook, MS Word, Excel and Power Point programs.

+ Proficient with the Trails System and ability to learn other agency systems.

+ Familiarity with and commitment to the Adams County Norms and Values.

+ Participate in SAFE Home Study Supervisor training and attend SAFE refresher training every 3 years (or as recommended/needed).

+ Utilize your personal vehicle to get to appointments in the local community and surrounding areas within Colorado.

More Qualifications for Success

+ Experience: Four (4) years of full time professional social casework experience acquired after the degree in a public or private social services agency in an area appropriate to the position

+ Education and Training:

+ Bachelor's Degree in one of the human behavioral science fields.

+ A Bachelor's of Social work may substitute for 1 year of the required experience.

+ An MSW may substitute for 2 years of the required experience.

+ Proof of education, (degree or transcripts,) and license (if candidate has received one) are required.

+ License or Certificate:

+ Must be eligible to become a certified supervisor through the State Child Welfare Academy or already be certified.

+ SAFE Supervisor Certification and maintenance of certification.

+ Possession of a Colorado Driver's License and proof of automotive insurance.

+ Background Check:Must pass a criminal background check.

+ Other:Must utilize a personal vehicle to get to many appointments in the local community and surrounding areas within Colorado.

Ability to obtain, maintain, and ensure continued access to State and County systems in strict compliance with all applicable county and state regulations, policies, and user agreements.

Adams County complies with Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act (“JAFA”). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.

Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.

Clickhere (https://youtu.be/ILAvllPaGb4) to watch our video about why Adams County is an Employer of Choice!

Benefits You Expect:

+ AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance

+ Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance

+ Deferred Compensation Plan

+ Dental/Vision/Medical Plans

+ Generous Vacation/Sick leave

+ Long-Term Disability

+ Retirement Plan

+ Short-Term Disability

Plus some you might not expect:

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Employee Fitness Center

+ Employee Health Clinics

+ Flexible Work Schedules

+ Recreation Center Discounts

+ Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs

+ Wellness programs

+ Lactation friendly certified workplace

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Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.

+ Yes, I understand and agree

+ Yes, I understand but disagree.

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This position requires a combination of education and experience in social casework. Please select how you meet the required qualifications.

+ I have 4 years of experience working full time as a professional social caseworker in a public or private social services agency with a Bachelor's degree in the field of human behavioral science.

+ I have 3 years of experience working full time as a professional social caseworker in a public or private social services agency with a Bachelor's degree in social work.

+ I have 2 years of experience working full time as a professional social caseworker in a public or private social services agency with a Master's degree in social work.

+ Not Applicable

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Are you able to provide proof of education and license?

+ Yes

+ No

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As a requirement, are you currently certified, or are able to become certified, as a supervisor through the State Child Welfare Academy?

+ Yes

+ No

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As a requirement, do you currently possess a SAFE Supervisor Certification and maintenance of certification?

+ Yes

+ No

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Do you possess a Colorado's Driver's License and automotive insurance?

+ Yes

+ No

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Can you explain what a kinship first culture looks like in child welfare? What barriers can you identify in creating a kinship first practice?

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What is your experience leading others through change? Provide an example sharing your strategy, challenges, and your team’s experience.

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Can you discuss why this position is the next right step for your career?

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Employer

Adams County

Address

4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado, 80601-8213

Website

http://www.adcogov.org/current-career-opportunities

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