Social Work Assistant Jobs in Colorado
Social Work Assistant jobs in Colorado concentrate in behavioral health, child welfare, and community mental health, with strong demand across Denver, Colorado Springs, and Fort Collins. Large, established employers such as Centura Health, the State of Colorado's Department of Human Services, and Salud Family Health have sustained hiring needs at both entry-level and experienced tiers. Case management support, crisis intervention assistance, and family services coordination are among the most in-demand specialties in the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Number: 857
Salary: $60,009.04 - $90,014.08
Department/Office: Human Services
Division: Child & Adult Protection Services
Location: 14980 E. Alameda Dr., Aurora, CO, 80012
Job Type: Salary Full-Time
Posting Date: 10/23/2026
Closing Date: 11/06/2026
Arapahoe County Child and Adult Protection Services positions are hybrid and require 3 days in the office, which could be at either the Aurora or Littleton location.
The Arapahoe County government serves its communities in ways both obvious and obscure. As the beating heart of local and regional government, we’re here for our neighbors on their best days—and their worst. We share our residents’ goals of preserving our quality of life and strive to be the place we’re proud to call home.
Our Mission: Arapahoe County Department of Human Services (ACDHS) builds strong communities by promoting the safety, independence, and stability of individuals and families.
Our Vision: To end the cycle of poverty and prevent abuse and neglect of children and vulnerable adults (using an integrated Two-Generation approach)
ACDHS uses an integrated Two-Generation (2Gen) approach to address all of the basic human services needs of the entire family unit. The 2Gen approach begins with a mindset focused on family-centered program design, continues with the alignment of services and resources within the department as well as across multiple organizations, resulting in coordinated services to children and adults together (family) in order to create long term stability and sustainability.
The 2Gen approach builds well-being for families by focusing equally and intentionally on high-quality services in five areas of focus: early childhood education, adult education and employment pathways, economic security, health and well-being and social capital. This approach will help us achieve our core mission of breaking the generational cycle of poverty, preventing neglect and abuse and building strong communities.
The Intake Caseworker C (Lead) - Human Trafficking serves as a specialized lead position within the Child and Adult Protection Services Intake Division. This position provides advanced-level casework support, coordination, and consultation related to human trafficking assessments. The position acts as a primary liaison between the Department and the 18th Judicial District's Human Trafficking Response Team (a multi-disciplinary team) to ensure consistent practice, timely communication, and appropriate child welfare intervention. The Lead Worker provides guidance and support to Intake caseworkers and supervisors regarding Human Trafficking referrals, assessment considerations, documentation expectations, and collaboration with external partners. As part of the effort to provide Human Trafficking crisis support to community partners, there is opportunity for this position to participate in on-call responsibilities specific to HT assessments/cases.
Anticipated Hiring Range – Min: $67,423.46-$77,388.74
* Applicant must list job duties for each previous position. Applications missing this information will not be considered, and a resume along is not sufficient.*
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF JOB:
The lead social caseworker position is expected to take and provide leadership with and among the team, and act on behalf of the supervisor when the supervisor is not available. This position provides guidance to fellow co-workers, interns, and acts as a consultant to other agency staff. The lead social caseworker will perform assigned lead casework over team members and assist the supervisor to establish unit goals, plans, and specific unit functions. In addition to acting as team lead, the incumbent also performs the duties of a full case carrying caseworker. A lead social caseworker will perform senior level case work by providing social work services with assignments including the provision of extensive assessment and situational evaluation, counseling, crisis intervention, resource mobilization and information and referral around all areas of child or adult protection. They will provide intensive case work services for high profile, complex and serious cases.
DUTIES:
- Carry full workload in addition to providing guidance and leadership to follow co-workers, interns, and agency staff.
- Support the training and development of new or less experienced caseworkers that encourages professional growth and commitment to excellence and help to create and implement a system that helps caseworkers manage their workloads at a high volume and fast pace.
- Assist supervisor and perform supervisory roles in their absence, supporting directives and maintaining effective communication with the supervisor. Keep supervisor apprised of issues that my impact the team.
- Demonstrate competencies and critical decision-making skills when working with assessments or cases and lead by example and set a precedent for other caseworkers.
- Models and coaches to best practice and taking on an active and positive role on the team and in the agency. Encourage and model both taking and demonstrating responsibility.
- Staying abreast of and adhering to agency policies and procedures.
- Conscious of resources and striving to maximize their use. Acts as a liaison to contracted providers.
- Assist with program management and opportunities to pilot new opportunities.
- Involvement in agency committees, acts as liaison with external services or substitutes for the supervisor on meetings and committees. Attend monthly team leader meetings.
REQUIREMENTS:
Skills, Abilities and Competencies:
- Strong communication and listening skills within the organization and with the community.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Ability to use various electronic systems and Microsoft programs.
- Ability to document accurately and professionally.
- Ability to 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.
Behavioral Competencies (these are required for all positions at ACG):
- Accountability
- Accessibility
- Inclusivity
- Integrity
Education and Experience:
OR
A Master of Social Work or a human behavioral science field* and one (1) year of professional child welfare experience.
- In order to meet the minimum educational requirements of a human behavioral science degree, the applicant must have a degree with major course work (equivalent to 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours) in either development of human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures or therapeutic techniques such as social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, and child development.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Three (3) years of child welfare social casework experience.
Pre-Employment Additional Requirements:
- Must successfully pass pre-employment testing which includes an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR) and background check.
- Possession of a valid Class “R” Colorado Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within two weeks of appointment.
Post-Employment Requirements:
- Will require fingerprinting and a Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) background check.
- Completion of supervisory academy and obtaining state certification.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Work is generally confined to a standard office environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position.
- Spends 30% of the time sitting and 70% of the time either standing or walking.
- Occasionally lifts, carries, pulls or pushes up to 20 lbs.
- Occasionally uses cart, dolly, or other equipment to carry in excess of 20 lbs.
- Occasionally climbs, stoops, kneels, balances, reaches, crawls and crouches while performing office or work duties.
- Verbal and auditory capacity enabling constant interpersonal communication through automated devices, such as telephones, radios, and similar; and in public meetings and personal interactions.
- Constant use of eye, hand and finger coordination enabling the use of automated office machinery or equipment.
- Visual capacity enabling constant use of computer or other work-related equipment.
Definitions:
- Occasionally: Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.
- Frequently: Activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.
- Constantly: Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time.
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to: https://studentloans.gov/myDirectLoan/pslfFlow.action#!/pslf/launch
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** Arapahoe County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other status protected under the law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors. Arapahoe County is committed to making employment accessible to persons with disabilities.
** In accordance with Senate Bill 23-058, applicants understand that Arapahoe County will not request or require the applicant to include their age, date of birth, or date of attendance/graduation date on the initial application. Applicants understand that Arapahoe County can request or require an individual to provide documentation including copies of certification, transcripts, and other materials created by a third party. The applicant understands that the applicant can redact, if they so choose, information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from an educational institution on those requested/required certification, transcripts and other materials created by a third party.
Job Number: 857
Salary: $60,009.04 - $90,014.08
Department/Office: Human Services
Division: Child & Adult Protection Services
Location: 14980 E. Alameda Dr., Aurora, CO, 80012
Job Type: Salary Full-Time
Posting Date: 10/23/2026
Closing Date: 11/06/2026
Arapahoe County Child and Adult Protection Services positions are hybrid and require 3 days in the office, which could be at either the Aurora or Littleton location.
The Arapahoe County government serves its communities in ways both obvious and obscure. As the beating heart of local and regional government, we’re here for our neighbors on their best days—and their worst. We share our residents’ goals of preserving our quality of life and strive to be the place we’re proud to call home.
Our Mission: Arapahoe County Department of Human Services (ACDHS) builds strong communities by promoting the safety, independence, and stability of individuals and families.
Our Vision: To end the cycle of poverty and prevent abuse and neglect of children and vulnerable adults (using an integrated Two-Generation approach)
ACDHS uses an integrated Two-Generation (2Gen) approach to address all of the basic human services needs of the entire family unit. The 2Gen approach begins with a mindset focused on family-centered program design, continues with the alignment of services and resources within the department as well as across multiple organizations, resulting in coordinated services to children and adults together (family) in order to create long term stability and sustainability.
The 2Gen approach builds well-being for families by focusing equally and intentionally on high-quality services in five areas of focus: early childhood education, adult education and employment pathways, economic security, health and well-being and social capital. This approach will help us achieve our core mission of breaking the generational cycle of poverty, preventing neglect and abuse and building strong communities.
The Intake Caseworker C (Lead) - Human Trafficking serves as a specialized lead position within the Child and Adult Protection Services Intake Division. This position provides advanced-level casework support, coordination, and consultation related to human trafficking assessments. The position acts as a primary liaison between the Department and the 18th Judicial District's Human Trafficking Response Team (a multi-disciplinary team) to ensure consistent practice, timely communication, and appropriate child welfare intervention. The Lead Worker provides guidance and support to Intake caseworkers and supervisors regarding Human Trafficking referrals, assessment considerations, documentation expectations, and collaboration with external partners. As part of the effort to provide Human Trafficking crisis support to community partners, there is opportunity for this position to participate in on-call responsibilities specific to HT assessments/cases.
Anticipated Hiring Range – Min: $67,423.46-$77,388.74
* Applicant must list job duties for each previous position. Applications missing this information will not be considered, and a resume along is not sufficient.*
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF JOB:
The lead social caseworker position is expected to take and provide leadership with and among the team, and act on behalf of the supervisor when the supervisor is not available. This position provides guidance to fellow co-workers, interns, and acts as a consultant to other agency staff. The lead social caseworker will perform assigned lead casework over team members and assist the supervisor to establish unit goals, plans, and specific unit functions. In addition to acting as team lead, the incumbent also performs the duties of a full case carrying caseworker. A lead social caseworker will perform senior level case work by providing social work services with assignments including the provision of extensive assessment and situational evaluation, counseling, crisis intervention, resource mobilization and information and referral around all areas of child or adult protection. They will provide intensive case work services for high profile, complex and serious cases.
DUTIES:
- Carry full workload in addition to providing guidance and leadership to follow co-workers, interns, and agency staff.
- Support the training and development of new or less experienced caseworkers that encourages professional growth and commitment to excellence and help to create and implement a system that helps caseworkers manage their workloads at a high volume and fast pace.
- Assist supervisor and perform supervisory roles in their absence, supporting directives and maintaining effective communication with the supervisor. Keep supervisor apprised of issues that my impact the team.
- Demonstrate competencies and critical decision-making skills when working with assessments or cases and lead by example and set a precedent for other caseworkers.
- Models and coaches to best practice and taking on an active and positive role on the team and in the agency. Encourage and model both taking and demonstrating responsibility.
- Staying abreast of and adhering to agency policies and procedures.
- Conscious of resources and striving to maximize their use. Acts as a liaison to contracted providers.
- Assist with program management and opportunities to pilot new opportunities.
- Involvement in agency committees, acts as liaison with external services or substitutes for the supervisor on meetings and committees. Attend monthly team leader meetings.
REQUIREMENTS:
Skills, Abilities and Competencies:
- Strong communication and listening skills within the organization and with the community.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Ability to use various electronic systems and Microsoft programs.
- Ability to document accurately and professionally.
- Ability to 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.
Behavioral Competencies (these are required for all positions at ACG):
- Accountability
- Accessibility
- Inclusivity
- Integrity
Education and Experience:
OR
A Master of Social Work or a human behavioral science field* and one (1) year of professional child welfare experience.
- In order to meet the minimum educational requirements of a human behavioral science degree, the applicant must have a degree with major course work (equivalent to 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours) in either development of human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures or therapeutic techniques such as social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, and child development.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Three (3) years of child welfare social casework experience.
Pre-Employment Additional Requirements:
- Must successfully pass pre-employment testing which includes an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR) and background check.
- Possession of a valid Class “R” Colorado Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within two weeks of appointment.
Post-Employment Requirements:
- Will require fingerprinting and a Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) background check.
- Completion of supervisory academy and obtaining state certification.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Work is generally confined to a standard office environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position.
- Spends 30% of the time sitting and 70% of the time either standing or walking.
- Occasionally lifts, carries, pulls or pushes up to 20 lbs.
- Occasionally uses cart, dolly, or other equipment to carry in excess of 20 lbs.
- Occasionally climbs, stoops, kneels, balances, reaches, crawls and crouches while performing office or work duties.
- Verbal and auditory capacity enabling constant interpersonal communication through automated devices, such as telephones, radios, and similar; and in public meetings and personal interactions.
- Constant use of eye, hand and finger coordination enabling the use of automated office machinery or equipment.
- Visual capacity enabling constant use of computer or other work-related equipment.
Definitions:
- Occasionally: Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.
- Frequently: Activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.
- Constantly: Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time.
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to: https://studentloans.gov/myDirectLoan/pslfFlow.action#!/pslf/launch
Privacy Rights 24
https://arapahoeco.gov/Human%20Resources/Work%20for%20Arapahoe%20County/Privacy%20Act%20Statement.pdf
Privacy Rights 25
https://arapahoeco.gov/Human%20Resources/Work%20for%20Arapahoe%20County/Noncriminal%20Justice%20Applicant%20Privacy%20Rights.pdf
** Arapahoe County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other status protected under the law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors. Arapahoe County is committed to making employment accessible to persons with disabilities.
** In accordance with Senate Bill 23-058, applicants understand that Arapahoe County will not request or require the applicant to include their age, date of birth, or date of attendance/graduation date on the initial application. Applicants understand that Arapahoe County can request or require an individual to provide documentation including copies of certification, transcripts, and other materials created by a third party. The applicant understands that the applicant can redact, if they so choose, information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from an educational institution on those requested/required certification, transcripts and other materials created by a third party.
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The qualifications that appear most often in social work assistant jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in social work or a closely related human services field
- Familiarity with Colorado Department of Human Services policies and documentation standards
- Experience conducting intake assessments and maintaining client case records
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems used in Colorado human services settings
- Ability to pass a Colorado Bureau of Investigation background check for client-facing roles
- Strong communication skills for coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and community providers
Social Work Assistant Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a social work assistant in Colorado?
Most Colorado employers require at minimum a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related human services field for social work assistant roles. While Colorado does not mandate a state license specifically for social work assistants, those seeking advancement often pursue licensure through the Colorado State Board of Social Work Examiners, which oversees credentials such as the Licensed Social Worker designation for those with a qualifying degree and supervised experience.
Which companies hire social work assistants in Colorado?
Employers hiring social work assistants in Colorado right now include Metropolitan State University of Denver, Enhabit Home Health & Hospice, and Arapahoe County Government, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Colorado's strong public behavioral health infrastructure and large integrated hospital networks create consistent, year-round openings across the state.
Which Colorado cities have the most social work assistant jobs?
Denver, Aurora, and Pueblo have the most social work assistant openings in Colorado. Denver dominates because of its concentration of hospital systems, county human services offices, and community mental health centers, while Colorado Springs and Fort Collins anchor hiring in El Paso and Larimer counties through their own growing healthcare networks and state-contracted behavioral health providers.
Are there remote social work assistant jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. Social work assistant roles are largely hands-on, requiring in-person client contact, home visits, and on-site coordination with care teams. About 50% of social work assistant openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to focus on administrative case documentation, telehealth intake support, or care coordination rather than direct client service.
How can I get hired as a social work assistant in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to Colorado county human services departments, which routinely hire candidates with a human services degree and no prior professional experience for social services aide and technician roles. Employers like Denver Human Services and El Paso County Department of Human Services run structured onboarding for newer graduates. Completing a field placement with a Colorado community mental health center and obtaining a certification such as the Colorado Certified Case Manager credential strengthens any application significantly.
Where can I find and apply to social work assistant jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to social work assistant jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, preferred location, and specialty area, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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