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Social Worker, FGDM/DC-FC Licensing

Posted: 10/28/2024

  • Job Summary

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    Provide human service programs to the residents of Sherburne County, designed to protect, and enhance the lives of vulnerable populations (such as the developmentally disabled, children in need of protective services, vulnerable adults, mentally ill, and others). Under supervision and within State, Federal, and County; develop programs and policies, identify client needs, funding sources, create and develop a service plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate the service plan. 
     
    This position will be split, with half covering daycare/foster care licensing and the other half covering Family Group Decision Making.
     
    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

  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
     
    The following duties are normal for this position. These duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Regular attendance according to the position’s management approved work schedule is required for all positions.
    Licensing
    < >License and re-license family childcare, adult family, child family - relatives and corporate foster care homes in compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations.
    Training and Foster Home Development
    Develop and implement recruiting strategies.
    Complete orientation meetings as scheduled and provide information on continuous training.  
    Develop, implement, and monitor correction orders and licensing actions in consultation with Lead Licensor.
    Assist providers and Agency staff with variance requests.
    Ensure support group opportunities are available to providers. 
    Assist with host county concurrence requests made to the Agency (foster care).
    Advocate and serve as an agency liaison between providers and agency staff. 
    Family Group Decision Making
    < >Coordinate and facilitate FGDM meetings on referral from a variety of Social Services Units utilizing the concepts of the Family Group Decision Making models.
    Coordinate and facilitate Rapid Response Consolations for Child Protection cases where there is an immediate need for rigorous safety planning to ensure child safety.  These meetings will need to occur within 24-72 hours.  
    During the FGDM Meeting, ensure that the purpose and agenda are being followed; keep invitees on task as well as setting the tone for a professional, respectful, and productive meeting.  
    Complete all assigned documentation and prepare paperwork related to family plans.
    Provide education and information on Family Involvement Strategies and Family Group Decision Making to the community.  Effectively prepare families for the FGDM process.
    Work as part of a team in the implementation of Family Involvement Strategies.
    Attend regional state meeting, training seminars, and conferences to improve skill levels, and study appropriate literature in the field.

    Minimum Qualifications


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

    Must have a valid MN driver's license and reliable vehicle.
    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.
     
    Preferred Experience Beyond Minimum Qualifications: 
    < >Foundations training
    Signs of Safety training
    Family Group Decision Making training
    Trauma training
    Working in the state SSIS system
    Prior daycare/foster care licensing experience

    Supplemental Information


  • 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.Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of court processes, mental health, maltreatment, and delinquency.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 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.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:

    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 November 7th or 8th, to self-schedule onsite interviews to be held on November 14, 2024.


    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 and Work Environment
    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.