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Social Worker

Salary

$5,594.00 - $7,974.00 Monthly

Location

Colorado Springs, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

JCA-SWCOS-100625

Department

Office of the State Public Defender

Opening Date

10/06/2025

Closing Date

10/20/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

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Primary Physical Work Address

30 E Pikes Peak Ave. Ste. 200, Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States

Type of Announcement

This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

How To Apply

Online applications through the Colorado Jobs portal will not be accepted. Please follow instructions on the job announcement for submitting an application.

Department Contact Information

https://secure7.saashr.com/ta/6145154.careers?ApplyToJob=554117830&full\_apply=&jobid=554117830

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Department Information

Position Purpose and Objectives/Definition of Work:

The Licensed Social Worker is the first level within the social worker series wherein employees are oriented to the role of mitigation, case management release planning, and forensic social work in a criminal public defense system; apply relevant techniques, methods and/or theories of the profession within that role; and, learn to apply their social work practice within the policies, procedures, rules and regulations specific to the Colorado State Public Defender. Public Defender Social Workers serve as part of the defense team, and as such, are bound by the Colorado Rules of Professional Conduct including rules regarding the attorney-client privilege and client confidentiality. Social Workers perform duties and assume responsibility for case assignments under the specific direction, instruction and guidance of a defense attorney.

TO APPLY:

Apply via website https://secure7.saashr.com/ta/6145154.careers?ApplyToJob=554117830&full\_apply=&jobid=554117830

Description of Job

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Conduct assessments and compile psychosocial histories to develop recommendations concerning pretrial release, detention, case preparation, alternative placements, treatment options, conditions of probation or diversion, and sentencing and post-sentencing options, as appropriate.

+ Conduct assessments to identify physical or mental health issues, substance abuse or other patterns potentially influencing the client’s development, personality or behavior. Document and interpret symptoms of mental and behavioral impairment to assist the defense in developing case strategies.

+ Collect social and family histories through interviews and document review, including highly sensitive and confidential information. Identify psychosocial influences and patterns in the client’s development and behavior including, but not limited to, socio/cultural/economic status and behavioral health issues.

+ Assist in obtaining and reviewing relevant records, evaluations or reports; and, analyze the significance of information relevant to the client’s circumstances and case. Where appropriate, assist the defense team in documenting and organizing digital and physical files of information collected.

+ Assist the defense team in identifying medical or mental health experts to further examine, evaluate and testify regarding the client’s physical or mental health issues. Assist in interpreting evaluation findings.

+ Serve as a collaborative member of the defense team: Consult with attorneys on the appropriate approach to the case; maintain regular and timely communications with the team; provide support to the client; and, identify and advocate for appropriate options for the client.

+ Participate in pretrial and sentencing hearings, prepare reports, and provide additional support as requested by the defense attorney.

+ Keep current on statewide resources available and relevant to client needs such as, treatment programs and alternative placements. Conduct research necessary to ensure resources are current.

+ Attend multi-agency and multi-disciplinary staffing meetings regarding the client.

+ May supervise and mentor student interns enrolled in a graduate-level social work education program.

+ Requires frequent travel within the State of Colorado.

+ Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned. (non-essential)

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

QUALIFICATIONS: Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Education and Experience:

+ Master’s degree from an accredited college or university educational program in social work;

+ Licensure to practice social work (LSW or LCSW) in the State of Colorado within 90 days of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Training or experience in a criminal defense system.

+ Experience working with juveniles involved in the criminal justice system.

Supplemental Information

Physical Requirements

Employees must be able to meet the physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands are in excess of those of sedentary work. Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

+ Occasionally required to stoop and kneel;

+ Ability to sit for extended periods of time;

+ Talking and hearing;

+ Reaching with hands and arms, using hands and fingers.

JOB APPLICATION FAIRNESS ACT

Resumes must include dates of employment but, you may redact or remove any information that will identify your age, date of birth or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

STATEMENT OF DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING:

OSPD is committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone feels respected, accepted, and valued. With this in mind, we strive to create an inclusive workplace that embraces different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives. We will continuously review our company policies and hiring practices to foster a fair and equitable work culture.

NON-DISCRIMINATION

The Office of the Colorado State Public Defender provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, marital status, or other protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hire d will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire .

Consistent with this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including the application and selection process.

If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact us [email protected]

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