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Adult Mental Health Social Worker/Community Corrections

Posted: 10/24/2024

Job Summary

 

Do you have a desire to better the lives of adults with mental health issues?  

Join our professional team of Social Workers in the Housing, Outreach, Prepetition & Engagement (HOPE) unit of Sherburne County Health & Human Services!

This position will provide case management services to adults with mental illness and/or substance use disorders. This position will report to Health & Human Services but be housed in the Community Corrections office. 

Case management services include assisting individuals with gaining access to needed medical, social, educational, vocational, and other necessary services as they relate to the individual’s mental health and chemical health needs. Job duties also include crisis intervention/planning, referral to needed services, and treatment planning. This position will work with closely with partners such as law enforcement, Community Corrections, detox, mental health centers, and emergency departments.

Vision:  We strive toward healthy families, communities, and workforce by valuing every voice, every need, every culture, and everyone’s involvement.
 
Mission:  To promote, protect, and enhance the health of all in Sherburne County.
 
The work of Sherburne County Health and Human Services is governed by the pillars of serving Peoplethrough collaboration and Partnershipto help resident achieve Prosperityusing an Equity Lens in all we do.

This position is located at the Government Center in Elk River, MN, however will also require work in the field. Our regular business hours are Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm, though the department provides staff with flexibility in effort to strive for a desired work/life balance. Sherburne County is one of the fastest growing counties in Minnesota, where you can find a nice blend of suburban and rural life. If you are interested in bringing your skill and talent to a dynamic department in a growing community, we encourage you to apply for this great opportunity.

 Learn more about our workplace culture and a brief overview of our employee benefits.
 
As a thriving organization fueled by people passionate about serving our community, Sherburne County strives to support and engage employees through investments in competitive compensation and equitable benefits; a culture that promotes physical and emotional wellbeing; opportunities for professional growth and a sense of honor and purpose.   

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

These examples of typical duties do not include all possible tasks for this classification and do not limit the assignment of related tasks.  Regular attendance according to the department's approved work schedule is required for all Sherburne County positions.

  • Engage individuals in crisis planning to develop strategies to prevent the need for emergency response services.
  • Provide consultation to Probation Officers as it relates to case management and other Health & Human Services programs.
  • Active collaboration with Probation Officers regarding mutual clients.
  • Participate in clinical supervision as required by statute.
  • Attend required meetings in Health & Human Services and Community Corrections.  This may include unit meetings and meetings with supervisors from both departments.
  • Utilize therapeutic skills and knowledge in order to make a thorough assessment of client strengths, needs, culture, safety and risks.
  • Utilize knowledge of community resources and funding streams in order to offer resources most appropriate to meet client needs and assist clients to access appropriate services.
  • Utilize counseling and crisis intervention skills as needed to assist clients to resolve issues and to maintain positive relationships in the community and with their support system.
  • Coordination of services for substance use disorders and mental health.
  • Effectively engage individuals and families to assess and evaluate needs and strengths, including safety and risk.
  • Provide initial and ongoing assessment and case management services to individuals in identified populations. 
  • Collaborate with agencies and clients to determine eligibility, need, and level of service for identified clients.
  • Develop and coordinate person centered treatment plans with individuals, their families, and support network which includes necessary assessments, defines goals and objectives, and provides for the direction of service within the required timelines. 
  • Coordinate and provide direct services and advocacy to clients and families.
  • Coordinate and monitor placement services per statute.
  • Facilitate access to and integrate community resources on behalf of the client.
  • Evaluate, document, and monitor progress toward goals and objectives.
  • Maintain and apply knowledge of relevant policies, procedures, statutes, and professional practice.
  • Complete agency, state, and federal required documentation as related to client activity according to mandated timelines.
  • Close cases based on eligibility or client desire to discontinue services, as appropriate. 
  • Provide immediate response in crisis situations. Maintain safety for clients and community. Develop and implement a safety plan for clients to maximize their safety and minimalize community risk.
  • Provide crisis support when appropriate.
  • Work closely with service providers, vendors, law enforcement, county attorney’s office, and court services. 
  • Determine when and what type of court involvement is necessary, initiate this process and follow through to completion. 
  • Respond to issues/problems that arise using appropriate intervention techniques.
  • Provide counseling of individuals served and/or their family on a direct basis.
  • Seek and provide consultation with other professionals as needed.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.
  • Complete appeal paperwork, attend hearings, and provide testimony, as needed.
  • Participate in agency unit and general staff meetings.
  • Disseminate information learned at trainings/meetings and share resources.
  • Work cooperatively and respectfully with coworkers and management to create solutions.
  • Develop and maintain respectful and cooperative working relationships.
  • Provide training and resources to community groups and individuals.
  • Seek out and attend training as it relates to appropriate target populations.
  • Seek out opportunities to serve on committees requiring agency participation.
  • Promote harmony within the workplace.
  • Provide unit coverage.
  • Ensure service agreements, case plans, and case notes remain updated.
  • Meet all agency standards for time reporting, frequency of visits/contacts, and TCM hits.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications

 

Education: Bachelor's degree in Social Work or closely related field.

Experience:  
Social Worker I: Minimum of completed Social Work internship or closely related field.
Social Worker II: Minimum of 1-year of Social Work experience or equivalent education plus work experience.

Must have a valid MN driver's license and reliable vehicle.


Other training and experience which is desirable for the position:
  • Experience working with adults with severe and persistent mental illness, Adult Mental Health Rule 79 Case Management training, crisis intervention training, and civil commitment training.
  • Training related to dual diagnoses (Mental Illness & Substance Use Disorders).
  • Experience working with adults with SPMI (Serious & Persistent Mental Illness).
  • Training related to dual diagnosis (Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders).
  • Experience working with justice-involved individuals.
  • Experience referring individuals to the array of Health & Human Service programs. This includes mental health services, chemical health services, housing services, and home and community-based waiver services.

 

Supplemental Information

Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

  • Skills need include interviewing, information collection, assessment, advocacy skills, report writing and resource development.
  • Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of all Federal/State laws, Department and County-wide policies, protocols and procedures that apply to the performance of this position.
  • Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of mental health, substance use disorders, and community resources.
  • Ability to independently make decisions supported by logical decision-making.
  • Ability organize and prioritize work.
  • Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
Accountabilities Shared by All Employees                       
  • Performs job responsibilities in a manner consistent with the
  • County's vision, mission, and values.
  • Develops and maintains a thorough working knowledge of all department and county-wide policies, protocols and procedures that apply to the performance of this position.
  • Develops respectful and cooperative working relationships with co-workers.
  • Informs immediate supervisor of all-important matters pertaining to assigned job responsibilities.
  • Seeks opportunities for further personal growth and development.
  • Represents the County in a professional manner to all internal and external contacts when doing the County's business.
  • Complies with all rules and policies in order to maintain a safe work environment.

Hiring Salary Range DOQ: (2024 salary rates)
Social Worker I: $29.92 - $35.91/hour (Grade 12)

Social Worker II:  $32.01 - $38.41/hour  (Grade 13)

Union: Teamsters

Vacancies: 1
 

Interview: Selected candidates will be notified via email the week of November 4, 2024, to self-schedule onsite interviews to be held on November 15, 2024.


Eligible start date: Earliest start date would be January 6, 2025. Pending final approval of position by the Board.
 

Hours of Work 
Usual work schedule of 40 hours per week generally during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; may include occasional evening and weekend hours.

 

Physical Requirements:
Must be able to endure extended travel, up to 8 hours or more per day. Must be able to provide own means of transportation when county vehicles are not available. May be required to travel to remote areas and in all weather conditions.
Must be able to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (15-25 pounds).
 
Typical Working Environment:
80% Inside Work (office and field work), 20% Travel. (These percentages are an estimate and may vary based on job duties.)
Work is performed both in the office and in the field (some examples of settings include client’s: homes, apartments, hospitals, group homes, schools, shelters, correctional facilities, and treatment facilities). Headaches, eyestrain, and other related occupational hazards reflect the most common potential for injury in the office. Field visits to clients’ homes may expose employee to unsanitary conditions, communicable illnesses, infrequent exposure to health hazards, unpredictable and/or unsafe environments.
Likelihood of verbal abuse and threats from hostile, frustrated clients and may include unpredictable situations.