Child & Family Case Manager

Job Category: Health, Human & Veterans Services

Requisition Number: CHILD
001236

• Posted :
  May 26, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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This job posting aims to fill two vacancies.

PURPOSE OF POSITION: Under general supervision, performs work of considerable difficulty in providing intensive social work services for the protection, rehabilitation, and care of children; performs highly critical social work assignments in voluntary and non-voluntary child protective service cases; and performs related work as assigned.

WORK PERFORMED/

JOB FUNCTIONS:

Conducts complex case investigations and evaluation for the purpose of assessing problems and determining appropriate types and methods of treatment. Provide accurate documentation so that client services are efficiently delivered, records follow Agency/State/Federal regulations and reimbursements for services are maximized. Maintain/improve case management/social work skills, and meet educational requirements set by the Department of Human Services and Minnesota State Law.

To consult, collaborate and participate in Agency team work and community/public contacts. Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
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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 child welfare laws relating to dependency, neglect and delinquency.

Knowledge of the court procedures: due process of law and rules of evidence. Knowledge of the principles of family and marital counseling. Knowledge of the techniques of child placement with emphasis on the complete participation of the parent or guardian. Knowledge of the principles of community organization. Ability to work constructively in the development and coordination of community resources to meet special needs.

Ability to manage time productively, prioritize caseloads, communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

MINIMUM TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, OR

CERTIFICATIONS:

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. Must have a valid driver’s license.

PHYSICAL EFFORT: Sedentary to light physical activities requiring stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, talking, hearing, and close vision. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 35 pounds. Typically in an office environment.

HOURLY RANGE: $36.37 - $46.67

Cass County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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