Social Worker , Child Protection, Family & Children Services Division, Human Services Department

Position: Social Worker I, Child Protection, Family & Children Services Division, Human Services Department
Salary Hiring Rate: $33.95/hour, Grade 19, Non-Exempt, AFSCME Human Services Stearns County Mission:
Provide Exceptional Public Services to Assure a Safe, Healthy, Vibrant County for All.

Stearns County Values:
Professional | Approachable | Responsive | Collaborative | Fair & Equitable Stearns County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, public assistance status, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation.

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Hiring Range for Experienced County Social Workers: $33.95 - $40.53/hourly

Stearns County derives strength from the diversity of its workforce and provides a welcoming environment where all are respected and valued. We are seeking an individual to join our team in the delivery of case management services for children and families. This challenging and rewarding position offers you the opportunity to use your lived experiences, cultural competencies, and experience collaborating with diverse populations to make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities in Stearns County.

If you are driven by a desire to be a part of a solution-focused and fast paced team environment, this is your opportunity for a hybrid work environment and a meaningful career in public service.

For additional information regarding a career as a Child Protection Social Worker, view the Realistic Job Preview Video:
Child Protection Realistic Job Preview County employees are provided a comprehensive benefit package, contributions to a Pension Plan , and generous time off. Refer to our Benefits Overview . We support ongoing professional development, and Social Workers can grow their careers through our structured career ladder program.

Position Objective Child Protection Unit B - Case Management:
To provide social work and case management services. This position is responsible for identifying needs and developing case plans for children and families involving complex social problems.

Child Protection Unit A:
The primary responsibility of this position will consist of conducting investigations and assessments while providing a specialized, short-term bridging function between the investigations/assessment/case management processes. This position is being created to provide additional capacity within Unit A with a specific focus on the implementation of the Minnesota African American Family Preservation and Child Welfare Disproportionality Act and ensuring that all aspects of this implementation are successfully implemented.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities These examples do not include all possible responsibilities in this position and do not limit the assignment of related duties to this classification.
1. Provides case management services by assessing, planning, and authorizing provisions of services in accordance with respective laws, rules, and department policies.
2. Conducts comprehensive assessments and investigations by gathering and analyzing information to determine child and family strengths and needs, identifies safety and risk concerns, and develops appropriate recommendations and interventions.
3. Maintains complete, accurate, and up-to-date client records to effectively document case activity and support case decisions.
4. Coordinates and plans for emergency situations and placements outside the home as needed.
5. Assesses and refers individuals, families, and children to appropriate community services.
6. Drafts materials for referral and review by the County Attorney's Office; testifies in court as necessary.
7. Conducts client visits at locations including but not limited to homes and offices.
8. Coordinates and collaborates within the department and with community service providers.
9. Advocates for client needs and resources within department framework.
10. Monitors client progress toward established service goals.
11. Represents the unit or division in committee assignments and interactions with community groups for service provision and program planning.
12. Provides training and mentoring to new staff and interns.
13. Completes intake and screening within established DHS response time parameters.
14. Attends work regularly and in a timely manner.
15. Performs other duties as assigned or appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications In order to be considered for this position,…