Public Health Social Worker - Position Description

Koochiching County Position Description

Classification:
Social Worker Unit:
Public Health

Reports to:

Public Health Supervisor Grade: PM3

Supervises:
No direct reports FLSA Classification:
Hourly/Non-Exempt

Position Summary Under direction, performs work in providing social work services on cases involving complex social problems and social treatment plans; performs responsible and difficult casework, directs service programs or provides work direction to paraprofessional staff; and performs related work as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Conducts comprehensive initial and on-going assessment interviews to evaluate individuals’ physical,

economic, educational, and mental background; develops case plans and makes recommendation for clients in assigned program areas.

Gathers and compiles evidence and data required to complete documentation for court appeals and dispositional review hearings.

Conducts regular assessments and maintains regular client contact via phone, home visits, office visits, or site visits with other agencies involved in the case plan.

Implements solutions and interventions which includes monitoring and evaluating clients’ progress in meeting goals and expectations of the case plan; prepares and maintains progress reports.

Maintains detailed documentation of clients’ participation in case records, on-going case narratives;compiles data for various reports, summaries, and memos; completes mandated State and local forms and adheres to program deadlines.

Conducts investigations where necessary to determine if a Child Maltreatment Report or Adult Maltreatment Report is substantiated and services are needed.

Conducts client Urine Analysis and reads results. Drafts internal procedures for assigned programs. Evaluates the impact of changes in regulation on programs. Performs other duties of a comparable level/type, as required.

Education:

Per the Minnesota Department of Human Services Merit System

A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in social work, psychology, sociology, or closely related field

Or A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in any field and one year of experience as a social worker in a public or private social services agency.

Knowledge of the principles and techniques of interviewing and recording in social work and the ability to apply them.

Knowledge of individual and group behavior.

Knowledge of social casework objectives, principles, and methods. Knowledge of social-economic factors, which promote stable family life and understanding of the elements,

which affect family security. Knowledge of the principles of community organization. Knowledge of physical and mental illnesses. Knowledge of social welfare research methods. Knowledge of family systems and dynamics. Ability to effectively apply casework knowledge and skills. Working ability to work constructively within an agency in the community setting and in effectively utilizing

appropriate resources and services. Ability to work constructively in the development and coordination of community resources to meet special

needs. Ability to manage time productively. Ability to prioritize caseloads. Valid MN driver’s license. Experience working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.). Knowledge and skill with Microsoft Office and computer database operations. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this…