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Social Worker

Bronx, NY

Social Worker The Social Worker creates and maintains a wellness and recovery-oriented environment ... plans from intake through discharge in accordance with the program regulations. * Provide ...

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Social Worker

Bronx, NY · On-site

Social Worker The Social Worker creates and maintains a wellness and recovery-oriented environment ... plans from intake through discharge in accordance with the program regulations. * Provide ...

The Laurels of Kent

Social Worker

Lowell, MI

As a social worker at The The Laurels of Kent, you will provide medically-related social services ... intake for home care services, assisting with transfer arrangements to other facilities, working ...

voagny

Social Worker

Manhattan, NY

Social Worker The Social Workers enhance existing services to include a thorough assessment of individual clients long term goals at intake and development of service plan to incorporate small ...

voagny

Social Worker

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Social Worker The Social Workers enhance existing services to include a thorough assessment of individual clients long term goals at intake and development of service plan to incorporate small ...

The Laurels of Sandy Creek

Social Worker

Wayland, MI

As a social worker at The The Laurels of Sandy Creek, you will provide medically-related social ... intake for home care services, assisting with transfer arrangements to other facilities, working ...

voagny

Social Worker

Bronx, NY · On-site

Social Worker The Social Worker is creating and maintain a wellness and recovery-oriented ... plans from intake through discharge in accordance with the program regulations. * Provide ...

voagny

Social Worker

Bronx, NY

Social Worker The Social Worker is creating and maintain a wellness and recovery-oriented ... plans from intake through discharge in accordance with the program regulations. * Provide ...

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How much do intake social worker jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for intake social worker in the United States is $22.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Intake Social Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Intake Social Worker, you need a solid background in social work principles, assessment techniques, and typically a degree in social work (BSW or MSW) with relevant state licensure. Familiarity with case management software, electronic health records, and documentation systems is important for accurate and efficient client processing. Exceptional interpersonal skills, empathy, and the ability to remain organized and calm under pressure help build rapport and trust with clients in crisis. These skills ensure accurate needs assessment, provide timely support, and facilitate effective service delivery for vulnerable populations.

What are some typical challenges Intake Social Workers face during the initial client assessment process?

Intake Social Workers often encounter challenges such as building trust with clients who may be apprehensive or distressed, gathering complete and accurate information under time constraints, and navigating complex family or personal dynamics during assessments. They must also balance empathy with professional boundaries and ensure that all documentation meets regulatory and agency standards. Effective communication and adaptability are essential for managing these challenges and ensuring clients receive the appropriate support and referrals.

What does an Intake Social Worker do?

An Intake Social Worker is responsible for the initial assessment of clients seeking social services or support. They interview clients to gather information about their needs, challenges, and background, and then determine eligibility for various programs or services. Intake Social Workers also provide referrals, crisis intervention, and help clients navigate available resources. Their work is crucial in connecting individuals and families to the help they need and ensuring appropriate follow-up care.

What is the difference between Intake Social Worker vs Case Manager?

AspectIntake Social WorkerCase Manager
CredentialsRequired social work degree, licensure often neededVaries; often social work or related degree, licensure may be preferred
Work EnvironmentInitial assessment settings, hospitals, clinicsOngoing client support, community agencies, healthcare
Employer & IndustryHealthcare, social service agencies, hospitalsSocial service agencies, healthcare providers, community organizations

Intake Social Workers primarily conduct initial assessments and determine client needs, often working in hospitals or clinics. Case Managers provide ongoing support and coordinate services for clients over time. While both roles require social work credentials and work within social services or healthcare settings, Intake Social Workers focus on intake and assessment, whereas Case Managers handle continuous case support.

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Infographic showing various Intake Social Worker job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 54% Full Time, 29% Part Time, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,660 per year, or $22.9 per hour.

Lead Intake Social Case Worker- Child Welfare

Denver Int'l. Airport

Denver, CO • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

About Our Job

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those whobenefitfrom your passion,skillsandexpertise. Join our diverse,inclusiveand talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

What We Offer

The City and County of Denveroffersa competitive salarycommensuratewith education and experience. New hires are typically brough into the organization between $71,000 - $80,000. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:

  • A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
  • 457B Retirement Plan
  • 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness day and 1 volunteer day per year
  • Competitive medical, dental and visionplanseffective within 1 month of start date

Location

The City and County of Denversupportsa hybrid workplace model. Employees work where needed, at a job site several days a week and off-site as needed. Employees must work within the state of Colorado on their off-site days.

WhatYou'llDo

AtDenver Human Services (DHS), we envision a healthy community where people are connected, supported, safe, and well. One in three people in Denver turn to DHS for support at all stages of life. Our employees help children, older adults, families, and individuals navigate social and economic pressures by connecting them to services and experts who support their overall well-being.

About Protection & Prevention

Denver Human Services works to protect Denver's children, youth, and at-risk adults by providing services and advocacy while promoting family stability, respecting diversity, and working to create and strengthen connections to community resources. We work to prevent abuse by providing education, resources, and support to parents, families, and community organizations.

Denver Human Services isseekinga dedicated and experienced Lead Social Case Worker for the Intake section within Child Welfare Services. The Intake team primarilyis responsible forinvestigating new allegations of abuse/neglect of children ages 0-18 in a fast-paced and demanding environment. You will also be expected to contact families and conduct interviews on behalf of the child, as well asmaintainprofessional contacts with community leaders and regularly communicate with law enforcement representatives.

As a Lead Social Case Worker, you will be a lead on a team of Social Case Workers and activelyparticipatein leadership,supervisionand development. You should bea strong teamplayer andpossessgooddecision-making skills and the ability to effectively handle conflicts. Overall, the Lead Social Case Worker will:

  • Create and implement a training and development plan for workers at all levels that encourages professional growth and commitment to excellence
  • Create and implement a system that helps staff manage workload at a high volume and fast pace
  • Obtain andmaintainsupervisory certification andparticipatein training the Social Case Worker staff
  • Maintain current supervisory certification andparticipatein training the Social Case Worker staff
  • Demonstrate critical decision-making skills with their staff and section
  • Assist Social Case Worker Supervisors and perform supervisory roles in their absence
  • Demonstrate competencies and critical decision-making skills when working with intake assessments, ongoing cases, and youth cases
  • Lead by example and set a precedent for Social Case Workers
  • Attend family team meetings and court hearings with Social Case Workers when needed

WhatYou'llBring

We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels.You'llbe right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, the people around you and Denver to the next level.

Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:

  • Experience with providing child protection services
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Superior critical thinking, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills
  • Demonstrated communication and writing skills
  • A positive, professional, and proactive attitude
  • Certification from the Colorado Child Welfare Academy
  • Extensive experience with Child Protection in a County level Child Welfare environment

Required Minimum Qualifications

  • Education: Requirements as set forth in Colorado Department of Human Services Volume 7 and/or Volume 30 regulations

  • Experience: Requirements as set forth in Colorado Department of Human Services Volume 7 and/or Volume 30 regulations. Three (3) years of post-graduation professional social case work experience at the type and level of Social Case Worker

  • Education & Experience: Equivalency No substitution of experience for education is permitted. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for experience requirements

  • Licensure & Certification: Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment. Requires certification as a social case worker in Child Welfare or Adult Protective Services in accordance with CDHS regulations

Additional Document Requirement

Please attach your official or unofficial transcripts of your completed undergraduate and/or graduate degree and list of professional references to your application in the required attachment section.

Denver Human Services works to ensure that all employees are paid equitably. Please ensure your resume is complete andaccurateand that it includesall ofyour relevant work experience and education including job titles, description of assigned duties and all dates of employment periods that you would want to be considered whendeterminingan offer amount.

Application Deadline

This position is expected to stay open untilJune 8th, 2026. Pleasesubmityour application as soon as possible and no later thanJune 8that midnight to ensure consideration.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

CS2694 Social Case Worker Lead

To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.

Position Type

Unlimited

Position Salary Range

$68,773.00 - $113,476.00

Target Pay

Although our full pay range is included above, the target hiring range for this position is $71,000 - $80,000 based on experience.

Agency

Denver Human Services

Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies

City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.

The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact Jobs@Denvergov.org with three business days' notice.

Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.

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