What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker I/II - Adult Services Division position at Washington County (MN)?
JOB
The Adult Services Division has a full-time opportunity for the position of Social Worker I/II. This position involves providing Rule 79 Targeted Case Management for adults with serious and persistent mental illness who are classified as Mentally Ill/Dangerous. The role will work closely with the Washington County Attorney’s Office and DHS counterparts, such as St. Peter. This newly created position aims to meet the increasing demand for service delivery with our Mentally Ill/Dangerous forensic population.This position is based at the Stillwater Office, which offers the flexibility to work remotely or in-office.DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE: Paid work experience providing Rule 79 Adult Mental Health Case Management Services for persons diagnosed with a Serious and Persistent Mental Illness in a government agencyPaid work experience providing Rule 79 Adult Mental Health Case Management Services for persons diagnosed with a Serious and Persistent Mental Illness in a non-governmental or contract agencyPaid work experience providing 2,000 hours of Mental Health Services to AdultsPaid work experience providing substance use disorder treatment servicesExperience interacting with and providing services to individuals from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds SELECTION TECHNIQUE: Your training and experience will be rated based on the required application material submitted and the top scoring candidates will be forwarded to the hiring department for further consideration.HOURS / DAYS: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Work schedules (hours and days) and location are subject to change based on department needs.ANTICIPATED HIRING RATE: Social Worker I: $68,494.40 - $93,433.60 AnnuallyThis position may be hired as a Social Worker II based on applicant qualifications. Social Worker II: $72,675.20 - $99,153.60 Annually. E-Verify Participation: Washington County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Washington County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work,Washington County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.E- Verify Participation Poster Right to work Poster
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The Social Worker I is an entry level position responsible for identifying and assessing complex individual, family and community problems and strengths, selecting case work, group methods or community resources and implementing plans to protect vulnerable people, promote independence and prevent abuse or neglect.A Social Worker I may be assigned duties in any of the following units: Family/Children, Licensing, Chemical Health, Adult Mental Health, Development Disabilities, Adult Family Services, Adult Protection, Minnesota Family Investment Program/WorkForce Center or Housing.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Coordinate client intake: • Receive referrals, conduct interviews and investigate to identify and assess problems or need for intervention/service;• Develop, write, implement and monitor strength-based individual and family service plans to correct/eliminate identified problems;• Determine appropriate resources and referrals to community-based care and services; and• Develop and implement abuse prevention plans to address vulnerabilities.Determine and implement intervention services: • Assess risks to self and others (abuse or neglect and dangerousness);• Intervene in crisis situations;• Coordinate and secure emergency services; and• Negotiate and resolve conflicts.Provide client case management: • Collaborate and consult with others (professional staff and community agencies) regarding clients, community services or programs;• Open and maintain client case records and files according to established standards and timelines,• Prepare necessary correspondence, required narratives, eligibility reviews and other incoming/outgoing communication about the client;• Provide appropriate information regarding case openings, closings, and denials;• Provide testimony or written recommendations in county or district court or in administrative appeal hearings regarding client cases;• Advise clients of possible resources, rights and responsibilities under programs or services; and• Develop, coordinate and deliver program information to the general public, special interest groups and professional organizations.Perform other duties as assigned.WORK ENVIRONMENTSemi-sedentary involving office and outside field work. Lifting requirement may include lifting up to 20 pounds. Exposures may include but not be limited to disagreeable odors, communicable diseases, bodily fluids and behavior challenges. Use of general office equipment to include telephone, cell phone, pager, personal computer, laptop computer, electronic recorder, calculator, etc. Additional physical/mental requirements that occur may not be listed above, but are inherent in performing the position's essential functions.This job description is intended to describe the kinds of tasks and level of work difficulty being performed by people assigned to this classification. The list of responsibilities is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The County retains the discretion to add or change the contents of this job description at any time.
The Adult Services Division has a full-time opportunity for the position of Social Worker I/II. This position involves providing Rule 79 Targeted Case Management for adults with serious and persistent mental illness who are classified as Mentally Ill/Dangerous. The role will work closely with the Washington County Attorney’s Office and DHS counterparts, such as St. Peter. This newly created position aims to meet the increasing demand for service delivery with our Mentally Ill/Dangerous forensic population.This position is based at the Stillwater Office, which offers the flexibility to work remotely or in-office.DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE: Paid work experience providing Rule 79 Adult Mental Health Case Management Services for persons diagnosed with a Serious and Persistent Mental Illness in a government agencyPaid work experience providing Rule 79 Adult Mental Health Case Management Services for persons diagnosed with a Serious and Persistent Mental Illness in a non-governmental or contract agencyPaid work experience providing 2,000 hours of Mental Health Services to AdultsPaid work experience providing substance use disorder treatment servicesExperience interacting with and providing services to individuals from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds SELECTION TECHNIQUE: Your training and experience will be rated based on the required application material submitted and the top scoring candidates will be forwarded to the hiring department for further consideration.HOURS / DAYS: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Work schedules (hours and days) and location are subject to change based on department needs.ANTICIPATED HIRING RATE: Social Worker I: $68,494.40 - $93,433.60 AnnuallyThis position may be hired as a Social Worker II based on applicant qualifications. Social Worker II: $72,675.20 - $99,153.60 Annually. E-Verify Participation: Washington County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Washington County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work,Washington County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.E- Verify Participation Poster Right to work Poster
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The Social Worker I is an entry level position responsible for identifying and assessing complex individual, family and community problems and strengths, selecting case work, group methods or community resources and implementing plans to protect vulnerable people, promote independence and prevent abuse or neglect.A Social Worker I may be assigned duties in any of the following units: Family/Children, Licensing, Chemical Health, Adult Mental Health, Development Disabilities, Adult Family Services, Adult Protection, Minnesota Family Investment Program/WorkForce Center or Housing.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Coordinate client intake: • Receive referrals, conduct interviews and investigate to identify and assess problems or need for intervention/service;• Develop, write, implement and monitor strength-based individual and family service plans to correct/eliminate identified problems;• Determine appropriate resources and referrals to community-based care and services; and• Develop and implement abuse prevention plans to address vulnerabilities.Determine and implement intervention services: • Assess risks to self and others (abuse or neglect and dangerousness);• Intervene in crisis situations;• Coordinate and secure emergency services; and• Negotiate and resolve conflicts.Provide client case management: • Collaborate and consult with others (professional staff and community agencies) regarding clients, community services or programs;• Open and maintain client case records and files according to established standards and timelines,• Prepare necessary correspondence, required narratives, eligibility reviews and other incoming/outgoing communication about the client;• Provide appropriate information regarding case openings, closings, and denials;• Provide testimony or written recommendations in county or district court or in administrative appeal hearings regarding client cases;• Advise clients of possible resources, rights and responsibilities under programs or services; and• Develop, coordinate and deliver program information to the general public, special interest groups and professional organizations.Perform other duties as assigned.WORK ENVIRONMENTSemi-sedentary involving office and outside field work. Lifting requirement may include lifting up to 20 pounds. Exposures may include but not be limited to disagreeable odors, communicable diseases, bodily fluids and behavior challenges. Use of general office equipment to include telephone, cell phone, pager, personal computer, laptop computer, electronic recorder, calculator, etc. Additional physical/mental requirements that occur may not be listed above, but are inherent in performing the position's essential functions.This job description is intended to describe the kinds of tasks and level of work difficulty being performed by people assigned to this classification. The list of responsibilities is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The County retains the discretion to add or change the contents of this job description at any time.
Salary : $72,675 - $99,154
