MnChoices Social Worker

Are you looking for meaningful work? Interested in making a difference in your community? Come work for Sherburne County Health & Human Services!
MnCHOICES assessment provides mandated services to the elderly and disabled population by determining eligibility for State Waiver programs, PCA, and Rule 185 Case Management. They develop and coordinate a person-centered support plan with individuals, their families, and support network. The position also provides direct support to individuals that address the bio-psychosocial wellbeing of the person that remains in compliance with county, state, and federal rules and statutes. 
This position is located at the Government Center in Elk River, MN. 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.    
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. 

• Carry out the responsibilities of the lead agency for conducting MnCHOICES assessments to determine eligibility for State funded programs.
• Complete person-centered Community Support Plans that reflect the needs of the individual that were identified through the assessment process.
• Participate in regularly scheduled interdisciplinary team meetings to review service eligibility.
• Complete assessments, receive referrals for services and determine eligibility
• Complete referrals as appropriate
• Ensure data is kept confidential per HIPAA and data privacy standards.
• Provide outreach services to target populations.

Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in Social Work or a closely related field.
Experience:  1 year of social work experience, or equivalent education plus work experience and/or must currently be a MnCHOICES certified assessor and have 1 year of experience in Home and Community Based Services to become a certified assessor.

Must have a current Minnesota driver's license.

Preferred licensure: Current MnCHOICES Certified Assessor, Licensed Social Worker (LSW), or greater.
 
Supplemental Information
Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Skills needed include interviewing, information collection, assessment, counseling, program development, advocacy skills, report writing and resource development, maintain objectivity.
• 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.
• Demonstrate by personal example the service excellence and integrity expected from all employees.
• Develop respectful and cooperative working relationships with co-workers, including sharing knowledge with others and participating in new employee training.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with human services staff, other county employees, clients and the public.
• Confer regularly with and keep one's immediate supervisor informed on all important matters pertaining to assigned job accountabilities.
• Represent the County in a professional manner to all clients, professionals, and community members when doing the County's business.
• Ability to analyze problems and assist in establishing procedures for their resolution.
• Ability to handle confidential and data privacy issues appropriately.
• Ability to handle contentious issues appropriately.
• Ability to solve problems and determine appropriate course of action.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrams or schedule forms.
• Ability to manage crisis situations.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work in a timely manner.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to make objective decisions.
• Ability to interpret complex rules and policies as they apply to programs.

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:  $32.01 - $38.41/hour (Grade 13)
Union: Teamsters

Hours of Work
This position has a usual work schedule of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; may include occasional evening and weekend hours.