What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Management Assistant position at Hennepin County, MN?
Salary : $44,071.65 - $67,348.19 Annually
Location : Hennepin County
Job Type : Full-time
Remote Employment : Remote Only
Job Number : 25HSPH050KB105
Department : Human Services and Public Health
Division : Housing Stblty Data & Planning
Opening Date : 01 / 27 / 2025
Closing Date : 1 / 31 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central
Description
The Housing Stability division of Hennepin County's Health and Human Services department needs you! We are seeking multiple Case Management Assistants to join the Housing Stability team to support day-to-day operations and provide support for Hennepin County tenants at risk of losing their housing.
Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit the employee referral program page.
Location and hours :
These positions are remote. Remote workers may be required to come on-site 0 to 12 days a year for work meetings, trainings, or for any other reasons that their supervisor may deem necessary (may include additional days for onboarding and new employee training). Supervisors will provide as much advance notice as practicable. Work hours will be flexible Monday through Friday shifts between the hours of 7am and 6pm. Based on business needs of this position, hires must live in or relocate to Minnesota. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.
About these position types : These are full-time benefit earning positions.
These positions are internally classified as a Case Management Assistant.
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In these positions, you will :
- Provide triage and navigation for tenants at risk of losing their housing.
- Assist tenants in initiating or completing applications for rent assistance.
- Follow RentHelp Hennepin eligibility policies and keep up to date on policy and procedure changes.
- Respond to resident and property manager inquiries about applications.
- Work as a team with community partner agencies.
- Attend all check in, unit, and program meetings.
Need to have :
Two years or more of responsible, paid social service experience providing direct client service.
Nice to have :
Assisting tenants in initiating or completing applications for rent assistance.
Work effectively and communicate with individuals from a variety of cultural and lifestyle backgrounds in a respectful and non-judgmental manner.
Candidates with fluency in another language in addition to English are encouraged to apply. Bilingual candidates who pass a language assessment may qualify for additional bilingual pay and duties.
About the department :
Human Services delivers a variety of services to individuals or families that assist with basic needs or encourage client change around specific objectives. We work with individuals as well as systems and communities in order to develop policy and advocate for the people we serve. The people we serve and our communities are connected. By helping one, we help the other.
About Hennepin County : Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that reduce disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive. Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at (login as a guest). Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community. Your future. Made here.
This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.
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These positions may have access to systems or other documentation that contains HIPAA data. Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a drug test that may include testing for cannabis and / or a criminal background check.
If you have any questions, please contact :
Katie Bakke
Katie.Bakke@hennepin.us
Why work here?
Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't - including :
By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.
Visit our benefits page to learn more : bridge.hennepin.us / eligibility.
If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation / Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and / or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found
These positions are remote. Remote workers may be required to come on-site 0 to 12 days a year for work meetings, trainings, or for any other reasons that their supervisor may deem necessary (may include additional days for onboarding and new employee training). Supervisors will provide as much advance notice as practicable. Work hours will be flexible Monday through Friday shifts between the hours of 7am and 6pm. Based on business needs of this position, hires must live in or relocate to Minnesota. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.
Are you willing and able to meet these requirements?
How many full-time equivalent years of responsible, paid social service experience providing direct client service do you have?
Describe your responsible, paid social service experience providing direct client service, referencing job(s) listed on your application / resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
Do you have a two-year human services certificate?
How many credits of college coursework have you completed in behavioral sciences?
Describe your relevant education listing the school(s) attended, area(s) of study (including college coursework completed in the behavioral sciences), degree(s) / certificate(s) earned. If you do not have any relevant education, type "None" in the space provided.
How many full-time equivalent years of experience do you have assisting tenants in initiating or completing applications for rent assistance?
Describe your experience assisting tenants in initiating or completing applications for rent assistance, referencing job(s) listed on your application / resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
Do you have experience providing triage and navigation for tenants at risk of losing their housing?
Describe your experience providing triage and navigation for tenants at risk of losing their housing, referencing job(s) listed on your application / resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
Do you have experience using the RentHelpHennepin system?
Describe your experience using the RentHelpHennepin system, referencing job(s) listed on your application / resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
In addition to English, identify the language(s) in which you consider yourself fluent :
If you selected "Other" in the previous question, please indicate which language you are fluent in.
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Salary : $44,072 - $67,348
