SOCIAL WORKER/CASE MANAGER

Morrison; Little Falls (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Social Worker/Case Manager to provide essential social services to individuals and families. This role involves conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and coordinating with various agencies to ensure clients receive the support they need. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a background in human services, demonstrating a commitment to helping others. With opportunities for professional growth and a collaborative work environment, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field is required.
• One year of relevant experience in social work or case management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and develop case plans for clients.
• Maintain regular contact with clients and coordinate with agencies.
• Document client progress and prepare reports.

Skills

Social Work Principles

Interviewing Skills

Record-Keeping

Effective Communication

Casework Skills

Time Management

Education

Four-year degree in Human Services

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Nature Of Work

A Social Worker or Case Manager is responsible for providing professional social services to adults and/or families in various program areas including mental health, chemical dependency, family facilitation, developmentally disabled/vulnerable adults, childcare/child and adult foster care, Child Welfare, Child Protection, and intake support services. Duties include assessment, formulating client treatment/service plans, case management, crisis intervention, safety planning, referral services, family group conferences, and other social service activities in accordance with program requirements, regulations, statutes, mandates, department guidelines, procedures, and data privacy requirements.

Communication

• Internally – All HHS staff.
• Externally – State/county/city entities and the public.

Supervision

None

Essential Work Functions

1. Conduct comprehensive initial and ongoing assessment interviews to evaluate individuals/families’ backgrounds; develop case plans; make recommendations and referrals.
2. Gather evidence and data for court documentation.
3. Maintain regular contact with clients through various visits and coordinate with other agencies.
4. Implement solutions and monitor client progress, preparing reports accordingly.
5. Maintain detailed documentation and complete mandated forms within deadlines.
6. Assess safety and risk, develop safety plans, and coordinate with relevant parties.
7. Use a person-centered approach to determine service needs and referrals.

Other Work Functions

• Perform related work as required.
• Coordinate with departmental and community agencies.
• Attend mandated trainings and continuing education.

Minimum Qualifications

• Four-year degree in a Human Services related field.
• One year of experience.
• Ability to pass required background checks and testing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of social work principles, interviewing, and record-keeping.
• Understanding of individual and group behavior, family systems, and social welfare research.
• Ability to apply casework skills, work collaboratively, and manage time effectively.
• Valid MN driver’s license and experience with Microsoft Office.
• Effective communication skills and ability to establish working relationships.
• Self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented, and team-oriented.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Work primarily in an office environment with some travel and physical activity, including sitting, standing, walking, reaching, typing, and dealing with challenging behaviors or hazardous conditions.