SOCIAL WORKER - Adult Protection
Listed on 2026-06-28
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Social Work
Family Advocacy & Support Services, Human Services/ Social Work, Community Health, Child Protection
Social Worker
- Adult Protection
Position:
Social Worker
- Adult Protection
Department:
Health and Human Services
Location:
Cambridge, MN
Job Type: Full-time (40 hours per week)
Work Schedule:
Regular work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Work Setting:
On-site; requires regular, in-person attendance
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Union Affiliation:
Teamsters Local 320 Family Services Union
Compensation
- Expected 2026 Hiring Range: $32.20 – $34.33 per hour ($66,976.00 – $71,406.40 annually), depending on qualifications, relevant experience, and internal equity.
- Full Range: $32.20 – $41.58 per hour ($66,976.00 – $86,486.40 annually), with the potential for additional longevity-based pay.
Application Requirements
Applicants must fully complete the Work Experience and Education sections of the online application and attach a resume for all positions. Applications that are incomplete may not be considered.
Posting Details
- Posted:
Monday, June 15, 2026 - Final date to receive applications:
Monday, June 29, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. - Equal Opportunity: AA/EEO
Application and Selection Process
After the posting closes, Human Resources will review all applications. If your qualifications align with the requirements, you will be contacted via email with details regarding the next steps in the selection process.
Please note:
Emails from Isanti County Human Resources may occasionally be directed to your junk or spam folder. Be sure to check these folders regularly to avoid missing important updates regarding your application.
General Definition of Work
Performs intermediate professional work, developing and implementing support plans, ensuring services meet client needs, referring services, maintaining and updating case information, performing client assessments, conducting meetings and maintaining communication with clients, working with care providers and delivering documents as needed, completing reports, and related work as apparent or assigned.
Work is performed under the general direction of the Social Services Supervisor.
Essential Functions
- 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.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, human services or related field.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Special Qualifications
- None.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of social work.
- Knowledge of the behavioral…
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