Social Worker, Senior - Criminal Justice Behavioral Health

Hennepin County (MN) • Minneapolis, MN

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About The Position

The Criminal Justice Behavioral Health division of Behavioral Health is looking to hire a Senior Social Worker to support individuals at the Adult Correctional Facility (ACF) in Plymouth, MN. The residents in the ACF have various needs within the facility and this Senior Social Worker will offer support to the residents as they are released into the community. The ideal candidate for this role will be well organized, facilitate timely communications with providers, ACF staff, probation, and other community supports. This individual will join a team of four Senior Social Workers in this role. Behavioral Health is an innovative and growing service area within Hennepin County's Human Services department. We provide a range of mental health and substance use services to residents including populations intersecting children, adults, and criminal justice. We have 230+ staff including social workers, psychologists, program managers, supervisors, planners, and others working collaboratively to meet our system goals of expanded access, upstream help, and person-centered services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or human services, and 18 semester (27 quarter) credits of graduate work in the above areas, and three years or more of full-time supervised experience as a social worker.
• Master's degree or higher in social work or closely related field with course work emphasis in areas such as social work methods, human growth and behavior, and principles of social welfare.
• Licensed as a Graduate Social Worker by the Minnesota Board of Social Work.
• A valid driver's license, daily access to reliable transportation, and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit to travel primarily within/outside of the metro area to meet with clients in their residential settings and/or perform authorized off-site work duties.

Nice To Haves

• Experience serving individuals living with a mental health condition and/or substance use disorder.
• Experience serving individuals who are involved in the criminal justice system.
• Interacting with people from diverse backgrounds including efforts towards disparity reduction.
• Knowledge of county and community resources for mental health, substance use disorder, social services, and basic needs.
• Knowledge of harm reduction and trauma-informed care principles.
• Knowledge of person-centered thinking.
• Knowledge of social determinants of health.
• Ability to function well in unpredictable and challenging situations calling for sensitivity, flexibility, resourcefulness, and independent judgment.
• Ability to work well independently and as a team.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal, organizational, and computer skills.
• Licensure or working towards licensure in any of the following: Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC), Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW), Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC).

Responsibilities

• Interview residents and complete assessments for service needs and supports.
• Set up case plans.
• Create a transition plan that will support the resident and other parties, supporting the resident in understanding the plan, resources, and services.
• Work with residents on resources, services and skill building.
• Support running cognitive skills groups.
• Engage with various partners in the ACF.
• Work with residents in the community upon their release.
• Work with individuals to develop goals and service plans, make referrals to community services, and connect individuals to current supports.
• Assist with forms and applications for benefits and services, determine eligibility, and provide information on community resources.
• Work closely with individuals in the community, local law enforcement, probation officers, corrections staff, attorneys, community providers, and others.
• Complete paperwork and documentation utilizing county and court systems.
• Provide consultation and support to teammates including case consultation, signing documentation, facilitating workgroups or meetings, and/or developing tools and resources.

Benefits

• Meaningful work
• Public service
• Competitive pay
• Work-life balance
• Generous benefits
• Opportunities to grow
• Commitment to your success

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree