Social Worker - MnCHOICES Assessor

Carver County, MN; Chaska (MN); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Carver County is seeking a Social Worker in the Home & Community Based Care area to perform initial and annual assessments using the MnCHOICES Revision application, under the MnCHOICES Unit supervisor. This MnCHOICES Certified Assessor position emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and person-centered care.

Upon successful completion of the probationary period, the position is eligible for partial remote work.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or related area.
• Minimum of 2 years previous experience in human/social services.
• Requires a valid MN driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
• Must successfully complete and maintain eligibility to provide direct care to clients in accordance with Minnesota Statutes §245C.03.

Responsibilities

• Performs client screening and intake functions and activities for the division or program area.
• Performs and conducts a variety of activities, tasks and functions associated with treatment planning, evaluation and assessment.
• Implements and provides professional social/human services to clients, their families and/or the community.
• Implements and performs all case management requirements, documentations and monitoring required to meet mandates, to document services, and to meet the needs of clients.
• Performs a variety of community relations, public relations and outreach services in assigned program areas.
• Collaborates with other professionals, providers, therapists, health professionals, internal departments, law enforcement, community or governmental agencies in coordinating resources and in meeting the needs of clients.
• Performs other comparable duties…

Education

BA or BS in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or related area

Job description

Carver County is seeking applicants for a Social Worker position in our Home & Community Based Care area. This MnCHOICES Certified Assessor position will work under the direction of the Home and Community Based Care Supervisor in the MnCHOICES Unit. Duties and responsibilities include conducting initial and annual assessments using the MnCHOICES Revision application. You will be part of a collaborative team that values innovation and person-centered care in a supportive environment.

Upon successful completion of the probationary period, this position is eligible for partial remote work.

In-person interviews will be held in the Chaska Government Center the week of December 2.

Benefits

Carver County offers a comprehensive and flexible benefit plan to meet the needs of employees and their families including affordable health insurance, comprehensive dental insurance, a pension plan through Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA), 12 paid holidays, generous paid time off, and more! For a full list of benefits, please click here: Carver County Benefits

Duties

• Performs client screening and intake functions and activities for the division or program area.
• Performs and conducts a variety of activities, tasks and functions associated with treatment planning, evaluation and assessment.
• Implements and provides professional social/human services to clients, their families and/or the community.
• Implements and performs all case management requirements, documentations and monitoring required to meet mandates, to document services, and to meet the needs of clients.
• Performs a variety of community relations, public relations and outreach services in assigned program areas.
• Collaborates with other professionals, providers, therapists, health professionals, internal departments, law enforcement, community or governmental agencies in coordinating resources and in meeting the needs of clients.
• Performs other comparable duties…

Requirements

• BA or BS in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or related area.
• Minimum of 2 years previous experience in human/social services.
• Requires a valid MN driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
• Must successfully complete and maintain eligibility to provide direct care to clients in accordance with Minnesota Statutes §245C.03.

All applications will be screened for minimum qualifications, scored and ranked. The highest ranked candidates meeting minimum qualifications will be recommended for the scored oral examinations (interviews). Final selection for the position will include successful completion of oral interview(s), reference checks, and background investigation, including 604 verification.