Hybrid MnCHOICES Assessor — Shape Independent Living

County of Chisago; North Branch (MN); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Chisago in North Branch, MN is seeking a MnCHOICES Assessor to conduct person-centered assessments and determine eligibility for long-term services under MnCHOICES. You will develop care plans and coordinate with community partners to promote independence and well-being.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, MnCHOICES certification (or ability to obtain), and a valid MN driver’s license with travel to client sites. Hybrid work arrangement is supported.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Nursing, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field.
• Completion of MnCHOICES Assessor certification training (or ability to obtain certification within required timeframe).
• Valid Minnesota driver’s license and access to reliable transportation for travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment services to qualifying individuals under the MnCHOICES framework.
• Obtain and maintain eligibility as a certified MnCHOICES Assessor.
• Complete and maintain certification and re-certification as required by the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS).
• Conduct assessments by meeting with individuals and/or their representatives to gather information through conversational interviews, site visits, and consultations with other agencies or professionals.
• Determine program eligibility using assessment data to establish eligibility for programs such as Home and Community-Based Services (AC, BI, CAC, CADI, DD, EW) and Community First Services and Supports (CFSS).
• Develop person-centered care plans based on assessment findings that identify specific needs, goals, supports, and next steps.
• Provide referrals to appropriate community resources, agencies, and professionals for services not covered by the assessment.
• Coordinate long-term services and support to ensure they are appropriate, cost-effective, and aligned with individual goals.
• Stay current on state and federal laws, regulations, eligibility criteria, and available resources related to MnCHOICES and long-term care programs.
• Follow all State and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines related to the delivery of Medicaid or state-offered services to people with disabilities and older adults.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal requirements governing the delivery of Medicaid and state-funded services.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Nursing, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field

Job description

County of Chisago in North Branch, MN is seeking a MnCHOICES Assessor to conduct person-centered assessments and determine eligibility for long-term services under MnCHOICES. You will develop care plans and coordinate with community partners to promote independence and well-being.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, MnCHOICES certification (or ability to obtain), and a valid MN driver’s license with travel to client sites. Hybrid work arrangement is supported.