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5 Aug 2024

Full-Time Social Worker – Children’s Disability Services

Olmsted County – Posted by Olmsted County –  Rochester, Minnesota, United States

Job Description

Olmsted County has earned the 2023 and 2024 Best Places to Work – Southeast Minnesota designation.

Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience

Expected starting salary is $32.72 to $43.68. Full salary range is $32.72 – $54.64.

A bachelor’s degree (at minimum) in social work, special education, psychology, nursing, human services or other fields related to the education or treatment of people with developmental disabilities or related conditions.
AND
One year of experience in education or treatment of people with developmental disabilities or related conditions, OR a minimum of one course that specifically focuses on developmental disabilities.

Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position. Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver’s license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Two years of social service-related experience.

Nature of Work

Under supervision of a Program Manager or Supervisor, and within Federal, State and locally developed programs and policies, supporting individuals ages birth to 16 diagnosed with an intellectual disability.  Identifies individual needs and works toward meeting these needs through county and community support services.  Will be working within a multi-disciplinary team setting.

Examples of Work

  • Provides assessment and case management for individuals ages birth to 16 diagnosed with an intellectual disability or related condition.
  • Uses revised MN CHOICES assessment tool to determine the functional needs and abilities of the individual to determine eligibility for services.
  • Works with a variety of funding programs/sources (County, State, and/or Federal) to meet the individual’s needs.
  • Develops and writes support plans.
  • Advises individuals, and their families of possible resources, rights and responsibilities under programs or services.
  • Works with individuals, team members, and providers who support the individual.
  • Refers individuals to other programs or agencies when appropriate.
  • Utilizes State and Local computer programs to document work for the county and the individual.
  • Maintains case records in accordance with State, Federal, and local guidelines.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

  • Knowledge of a variety of program and services for individuals with intellectual disability or related conditions.
  • Knowledge of the dynamics of individual and group behavior.
  • Knowledge of human growth and development.
  • Knowledge of the principles, methods and techniques of social work
  • Knowledge of social and economic problems
  • Knowledge of community resources
  • Knowledge of federal and state Social Service programs and laws
  • Knowledge of data practices and confidentiality.
  • Skill in effective written and verbal communication.
  • Skill in the use of computers and technology.
  • Skills in individual and community advocacy.
  • Ability to understand individual and family needs with empathy and objectivity.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment in recommending possible solutions for individual and family needs and when utilizing conflict management and advocacy skills.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, co-workers, public officials, and citizens of the community.
  • Ability to organize efficiently and keep records systematically.
  • Ability to work with diverse populations.
  • Ability to serve as a liaison to community resources.
  • Ability to drive an automobile.

Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.

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How to Apply

To apply:  https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/olmsted/jobs/4606015/social-worker-childrens-disability-services

Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Full-Time. Job Tags: case manager, Developmental Disabilities, and social work. Salaries: 60,000 - 80,000.

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