Social Worker, Human Services/ Social Work
Job in
Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota, 55421, USA
Listing for:
Ramsey County, MN
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-10-30
Job specializations:
-
Social Work
Human Services/ Social Work, Family Advocacy & Support Services, Community Health, Community Support Services
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Social Worker Position
Housing Stability is seeking a qualified Social Worker who is community focused in the Coordinated Entry. To provide social work services in a designated area such as Children's Services, Adult Services, or other service areas by determining service needs, developing service plans, implementing service plans through the provision of counseling, group work, referrals or other services, and monitoring clients' progress; and to perform related duties as assigned.
This position is identified under the designation of 'flex work eligible', meaning that the employee can formally opt to be in-office full-time or work a flex schedule in which at least two-days per week are performed in office and other days can be performed in a remote-first environment. Regardless of selection, the position carries expectations regarding on-site responsibilities and will require schedule flexibility beyond the minimum expectations set forth in the county's flexible workplace policy.
Examples
Of Work Performed
Interview adults or children who may have a variety of mental, physical or behavioral dysfunctions to determine service needs.Interview other persons or groups closely associated with clients, such as families, school personnel, employers or neighbors to further assess client needs.Evaluate individual/family functioning to develop appropriate case plans and identify treatment objectives and strategies for achieving objectives.Determine the likelihood and degree to which clients may be in danger of physical harm and take appropriate action to protect them.Investigate reports of abuse, neglect or exploitation of vulnerable adults or children within legislated time constraints.Coordinate and facilitate use of departmental and community service resources and make appropriate referrals.Investigate, document and present information to the County Attorney to petition juvenile, family, probate or criminal court for legal intervention and testify at proceedings.Write social histories and case status reports for documentation of service provision for the department, court reviews and other service providers.Determine client needs for residential treatment and select appropriate placement homes or facilities.Monitor client progress toward established service goals and determine termination/continuation of service.Provide direct counseling and therapeutic intervention services to individuals or groups to improve their levels of mental, social or behavioral functioning at home, at work and in the community.Transport or arrange for transportation of clients to medical appointments, court hearings, placements and other service programs/facilities.Consult with departmental staff, other county departments and community service professionals to develop and provide appropriate and timely services.Provide crisis intervention services including referrals to meet emergency needs for housing, food, clothing or financial assistance.Evaluate families and their homes for approving licensure to provide day care or foster care services and for adoptions.Investigate complaints and revoke or suspend day/foster care licenses when warranted.Speak to community groups to present information about programs and to recruit people to provide day care, foster care or various volunteer services.Represent the unit/department in committee assignments and interactions with community groups for service provision and program planning.Maintain accurate case records and complete forms for documentation of eligibility, treatment cost reimbursements, services referrals, evaluation of client outcomes and general case management purposes.Monitor client compliance with court orders and report this to the court.Provide data used to monitor trends and developments relating to client and program needs.Provide problem solving consultation to clients, co-workers, service providers and other agencies.Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in a social/behavioral science or equivalent.
Experience:
Two years of social work experience or related.
Substitution:
Experience as a Ramsey County Case Aide Senior may substitute for general social work experience on the basis that two years Case Aide Senior experience equals one year of general social work experience. A maximum of six years of Ramsey County Case Aide Senior experience can be substituted for general social work experience or a Master's Degree in Social Work may substitute for both years of the experience…
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