Social Worker (Youth Services)

Wright County•Mn 55313, MN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Wright County Health and Human Services is hiring a full-time Youth Services Social Worker. Youth Services includes Children's Mental Health, Child Welfare, Extended Foster Care, Education Neglect, PSOP, and Minor Parent programs. The primary focus is providing case management services to children with Severe Emotional Disturbance and their families. The position may also provide Child Welfare services to youth and families whose children are in placement or involved with the criminal justice system. This role performs advanced human-support work assessing, planning, providing, and coordinating social services through professional social work and case management. The position works under the limited supervision of the Social Services Supervisor and may be assigned specialized functions within the Health and Human Services Department. This is an in-office position. The hiring pay range is $33.97 to $38.05 per hour, depending on qualifications and direct work experience.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in social work, or a bachelor's degree in a related field and one year of related social work or health and human services experience.
MnCHOICES Assessor certification within six months of employment.
Valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility upon hire.
Knowledge of social work theory and practice fundamentals and human behavior principles and theory.
Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply laws and regulations related to mental health, chemical dependency, adult and child protection, licensing, child welfare, adoption, and physical and developmental disability programs.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, rules, regulations, and policies for the assigned area, including court procedures and practices.
Knowledge of computer systems and programs used to administer Human Services programs and of County government workflows and processes.
Skill in using standard office equipment, including computers and software programs.
Verbal and written communication skills to present information effectively and respond to questions from a wide variety of audiences.
Reading comprehension sufficient to understand medical reports and technical and legal documents.
Interpersonal skills to exchange and convey information, receive work direction, and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to enter data into various databases and deal effectively with demanding or challenging individuals and people in crisis.
Ability to attend to detail, organize time effectively, anticipate and plan, and respond successfully to changing circumstances.
Ability to perform job duties in compliance with safety guidelines and maintain awareness of safety practices.
Ability to communicate courteously and professionally and maintain positive working relationships.
Ability to meet the stated physical and sensory requirements, including occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds, operating motor vehicles or equipment, and occasional exposure to specified workplace hazards.

Nice To Haves

Two years of related work experience in Health and Human Services is preferred.
QDDP status upon hire may be required.

Responsibilities

Perform intake, outreach, and assessment with communities, systems, families, and individuals, and provide social service interventions using evidence-based practices and standards.
Meet with clients to identify needs and services, and obtain and review diagnostic evaluations for program and service eligibility.
Develop case plans, provide services, and perform case management activities.
Conduct investigations and assessments and screenings for health, safety, and ongoing services.
Develop written support and service plans, review and monitor them, and adjust them as necessary.
Address crisis situations, advocate for client services, provide services or refer clients to community providers, and arrange placements.
Contact law enforcement or emergency services as necessary and delegate to support staff as necessary.
Consult with the Supervisor and, as appropriate, the County Attorney's Office regarding legislation, data practices, and ethical dilemmas.
Provide training and serve as a resource to Department, community, school, and other County Department personnel regarding program rules, requirements, and County practices; update and maintain program resources.
Oversee, mentor, and participate in orientation and training for newly hired social work staff, students, and interns.
Report incidents of maltreatment, death, and serious injuries involving adults and children; testify and provide documentation in appeals and legal proceedings.
Maintain knowledge of programs, laws, and procedures by attending meetings, training, and conferences and reviewing technical literature.
Perform other duties and activities as assigned.