Case Manager/Social Worker

Meridian Services; Golden Valley (MN); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid Time Off including 16 hours of P0

401K plan with employer matching

Supplemental Insurance and Pet保险

Childcare at Corporate Office

Pet-Friendly Corporate Offices

CEU's and Monthly Lunch-and-Learn

LSW Supervision provided

Job summary

Meridian Services in Minnesota is seeking a Case Manager/Social Worker to support individuals with disabilities and elderly clients. The role involves managing caseloads, coordinating services, and advocating for client needs in a variety of settings.

Travel across the Twin Cities is required; hybrid schedule allowed (some remote work after 6 months). Starting salary is $51,000 with a $1,800 sign-on bonus, plus full benefits, PTO, and Volunteer PTO. Higher salary with BSW or MSW.

Qualifications

• Be a licensed Social Worker (BSW licensure required for licensure)
• Or licensed Graduate Social Worker (MSW licensure required for licensure)
• Or have a 4-year degree in Human Services, Psychology or Sociology, or related fields
• Successful clearance of Department of Human Services background check
• Successful clearance of Motor Vehicle Background Check and acceptable driving record per Company Policy

Responsibilities

• Visit caseload; attend team meetings
• Assist needs assessments and individual service plan development (CSSP)
• Assist with planning for new service development
• Identify residential, vocational, and other needed services
• Monitor services and health/safety needs of clients
• Process referrals and provide crisis intervention as needed
• Develop waiver budgets
• Document case notes
• Advocate for clients

Skills

Excellent computer skills

Great organizational skills

Knowledge of community resources

Education

BSW licensure required

MSW licensure required

4-year degree in Human Services/Psychology/Sociology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Meridian Services is a trusted provider of care for individuals with intellectual disabilities, mental health challenges, the elderly, and their families. Our Case Management Department supports approximately 2,500 elderly individuals, 1,500 people with mental health diagnoses, and more than 1,000 individuals with intellectual disabilities across the entire state of Minnesota. We strive to provide services of the finest quality so that those we serve will be able to realize their dreams!

Job Title: Case Manager / Social Worker

Location:Golden Valley, MN or Hopkins, MN. Travel throughout the Twin Cities is required for meetings and visits with persons served.Based on caseload, travel throughout other parts of Minnesota may be required.

Schedule: Monday-Friday typical daytime business hours. Eligible to work from home up to 2 days/week after 6 months of employment.

Wage: Starting at $51,000 annual salary including $1,800 sign-on bonus + full-time benefits, PTO, and Volunteer PTO. Higher salary with a BSW or MSW.

Required Qualifications:

• Be a licensed Social Worker (Bachelor of Social Work required for licensure)
• Or licensed Graduate Social Worker (Master’s in Social Work required for licensure) as stated by the Minnesota Board of Social Work
• Or have a 4-year degree in Human Services, Psychology or Sociology, or related fields
• Successful clearance of Department of Human Services background check
• Successful clearance of Motor Vehicle Background Check and acceptable driving record per Company Policy

Job Summary:

As a Case Manager, you will be working on finding resources and services for persons (clients) that best fit their needs and situations. At Meridian Services, each Case Manager is an advocate for persons with disabilities/elderly and helps to make a difference in their lives. Our Case Managers will carry caseloads that consist of persons with intellectual disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, CADI (mental health) diagnoses, and elderly/alternative care.

• Visits with persons on the caseload and attending team meetings
• Completing or attend meetings on needs assessment; individual service plan development (CSSP)
• Assisting with planning for new service development
• Locating residential, vocational, and other needed services depending on each person’s needs
• Monitoring service delivery and ensuring the health and safety needs of each person are being met.
• Completion of referrals and crisis intervention as needed
• Developing waiver budgets
• Completing case notes
• Acting as an advocate for people we provide services to

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of community resources and providers
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft office
• Great organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Medical Assistance, Medicare, and MN Health care programs

Meridian Services Company Benefits and Perks Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance offered
• Paid Time Off including 16 hours of Paid Volunteer Time
• 401K plan with employer matching after 1 year
• Supplemental Insurance and Pet Insurance offered
• Childcare at Corporate Office for Employees
• Pet-Friendly Corporate Offices
• Fun events including: Annual Company Picnic, Wednesday Snack Days at Corporate Office, Annual Summer Bags Tournament, Department Kickball Game, and more!
• MERSC Discounts at MN Events and Businesses
• Case Managers attend MSSA Conference annually
• CEU's and Monthly Lunch-and-Learn Trainings
• LSW Supervision for Licensed Social Workers is provided weekly and for free!
• Master’s level supervision is provided for a small fee

Meridian Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates who meet the educational requirements for this position and who are passionate about supporting others are encouraged to apply!