Child welfare workers, supervisors and managers work in a variety of capacities and with a diverse population of children, youth and families. In addition, child welfare staff work with a variety of professionals to advocate for and refer families to needed services and supports. Some of these professionals include: therapists, doctors/nurses, attorneys/judges, teachers/school professionals, among many others. Primary responsibilities of a case worker include: intake, assessment, case planning, permanency and ongoing services across all areas of child welfare. Child welfare workers work with the entire family system to co-create plans for safety, permanency, and well-being.
Child welfare scholars can participate in the Fundamentals of Case Work Practice training for new caseworkers in Colorado. This training series provides scholars with knowledge specific to child welfare policies and practices to Colorado. Participation in the Fundamentals training certifies scholars to be child welfare caseworkers in Colorado post-graduation and is a great resume booster!
Learn more about this and other trainings provided by the Colorado Child Welfare Training System (CWTS).
As part of the CCWSC scholarship application process new applicants will be required to review this Colorado Realistic Social Caseworker Job Preview video to enhance their knowledge and understanding of the child welfare system: