Social Worker -Home and Community Care

Position: Social Worker I-Home and Community Care

Performs specialized entry level social worker duties. The employee assists in social work services in a specialized area of a program including assessment, guidance, and referral of clients seeking assistance. Develops and implements individualized treatment plans involving the application of casework methods. The employee may be assigned duties in any of the Social Service units. Assignments are interchangeable dependent on department needs and specific program requirements.

The eligible register developed from this posting may be used to fill future FT or PT or on-call vacancies within this classification

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

MnCHOICES Specific:

• Receives and tracks reassessment requests each month and assigns to a certified assessor to complete MnCHOICES reassessment.

• Maintains well-organized database of referrals and client information.

• Effectively communicates with assessors, case managers, supervisors, and other lead agencies related to MnCHOICES referral(s) and coordination of assignments to assure seamless delivery of services for client.

• Enters data into a variety of software programs and computerized databases (SSIS, MMIS, MAXIS, and MnCHOICES).

• Performs data entry function for PCA/CFSS screenings documents in Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS)

• Completes case notes and documentation of all client and collateral contacts and communications.

• Performs MnCHOICES/DD Intake and provides callers with information on intake process and information on eligibility requirements regarding home- and community-based services and MA.

• Identifies current service needs and refers clients and/or family to appropriate community services.

• Provides data used to monitor trends and developments relating to client and program needs.

• Effectively works with MnChoices assessors, case managers, and Supervisors completing a variety of tasks toassure seamless delivery of services for clients.

• Performs other related duties as required or assigned

• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.

• Responsible for supporting an inclusive environment focused on equitable outcomes.

• Works the hours and/or shifts assigned and begins and ends work on time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Requires equivalency of a Bachelor's Degree in a human service-related field. Bachelor of Social Work is preferred. One must possess a valid driver's license and a reliable means of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The employee is under general guidance and direction from a Social Work Supervisor, Manager, or Director. Work is performed according to established professional guidelines and procedures, as well standards and procedures which are determined by county, state, or federal regulations. The employee exercises considerable independent judgment in implementing new work methods and procedures. Work may be reviewed for overall standard of performance.

CORE

COMPETENCIES AND ABILITIES

• Customer Service
  - Delivers government services in a respectful, responsive, and solution-oriented manner.

• Communication
  - Is always clear about what we're doing and why we're doing it.

• Collaboration
  - Works with partners – communities, schools, faith groups, private business, and non-profit agencies – to see that services are not duplicated but rather are complimentary, aligned, and provided by the partners who can deliver the service most effectively.

• Stewardship
  - Works proactively to make investments, guided by resident input, which will transform lives, communities, and government.

• Empowerment
  - Works with individuals and families to affirm strengths, develop skills, restore hope, and promote self-reliance.

• Resiliency
  - Fosters public preparedness and responds when families and communities face…