Child Protection Social Worker

Stevens County; Morris (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Stevens County seeks a qualified social services professional to deliver case management for children, adults and families. The role includes intake on a rotating basis and participation in an informal on-call system.

The successful candidate will communicate with a broad network, analyze complex situations and maintain essential computer skills. A strong foundation in social services and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology or closely related field.
• Alternative degree plus one year of social work experience in a public or private agency.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and complete Foundations Training.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional social services to children, adults and families and perform ongoing case management.
• Handle intake responsibilities on a rotating basis and participate in informal on-call system.
• Communicate effectively with diverse partners and analyze complex situations to respond appropriately.
• Maintain word processing and spreadsheet competencies and learn new software as needed.

Skills

Case management

Communication

Public service

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Software knowledge

Job description

Under direction provides professional social services to a variety of children, adult and family clients. Provide ongoing case management services. Perform intake responsibilities on a rotating basis. Required to participate in an informal on-call system.

Typical schedule is 37.5 hours/week; however additional hours may be required but varies per workload demands.

Ability to communicate with the public, vulnerable adults, disabled children, other county employees, law enforcement and school personnel, medical and mental health professionals, attorneys, court and various other service providers. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to analyze complex situations and implement appropriate responses. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in social work, psychology, sociology or closely related field, or a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in any field and one year of experience as a social worker in a public or private social services agency.

Must have a valid driver’s license. Must complete Foundations Training.

Must attend continuing education courses as appropriate.

Word processing and spreadsheet competency required. Willingness to learn additional software as needed for the position is required.