SOCIAL WORKER - MnCHOICES Certified Assessor

Isanti County•Cambridge, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs intermediate professional work, conducting MnCHOICES assessments with clients, developing support plans, ensuring services meet client needs, referring services, maintaining and updating case information, conducting meetings and maintaining communication with clients, working with care providers and delivering documents as needed, and completing reports. Work is performed under the general direction of the Social Services Supervisor.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, human services or related field.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of social work.
Knowledge of the behavioral sciences and social and economic problems.
Ability to secure cooperation of others in difficult situations.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing.
Ability to keep detailed records and make comprehensive reports.
Knowledge of County and agency organization, policies and services.
Knowledge of Federal and State welfare laws and programs.
Knowledge of community resources and ability to use them appropriately.
Ability to use counseling techniques effectively on an individual, family or group basis.
Ability to motivate individuals, families and groups to achieve treatment goals.
Ability to exercise judgment in making decisions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, clients, public officials and the public.
Knowledge of culture and diversity which enhance ability to understand and communicate.
Ability to adhere to and promote the agency mission statement, values, and goals.
Provide an environment of respectful relationships, such as unit to unit, client to unit, staff member to staff member.
Provide positive team leadership through example.
Ability to maintain a regular and timely work attendance.

Nice To Haves

MnCHOICES Certified Assessor

Responsibilities

Provide Social Work Intake, Assessment, Investigation and/or Case Management.
Conduct client interviews via telephone, home visits, office visits and virtual visits to determine need for services and financial assistance; advise of possible resources to meet needs.
Utilize assessment tools to determine client eligibility or need for service for a variety of programs and services; develop and implement treatment plans; make appropriate referrals for service and care.
Provide clients access to services and community resources; attend outside agency staffing with clients and care teams; provide or coordinate transportation; advocate for clients and families.
Intervene in crisis situations; coordinate with law enforcement, medical personnel, and other community agencies to protect individual and community safety.
Assess living environment for immediate and future safety; create safety plans as needed.
Gather information to identify strengths and needs of clients; complete referrals for county or community based services; exchange collateral information with professionals.
Complete detailed, concise and accurate documentation that meet State and County guidelines; prepare regular correspondence and special reports.
Consult with other medical, psychological and legal professionals in conjunction with case objectives; prepare for court appearances; provide legal testimony as needed.
Prepare information and recommendations for court cases and proceeding; consult with attorneys, interpret and implement judicial findings.
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with individuals, families, collateral contacts and other professionals.
Make independent decisions that have the potential to significantly impact children, adults and families.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care
Life insurance (basic coverage for yourself plus optional voluntary coverage)
Long-term disability insurance
Paid Time Off, including vacation, sick, and personal leave
12 paid holidays per year
Deferred compensation plans
Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) contributions from both employer and employee
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Wellness Program