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20 Aug 2024

Full-Time Social Worker – Aging & Care Coordination

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

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.

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

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

This position provides consultation and referral services to individuals, families, and target groups in the community. Works primarily within the Adult & Family Services Division with work assignments to include Care Coordination for Managed Care Organizations for individuals over 65 years of age.

Examples of Work

  • Provides assessment and care coordination for individuals over 65.
  • Interviews client/caseloads to determine and identify problems or needs for service/ programs.
  • Develops and writes individual service plans.
  • Provides information about health care access and assists individuals to access Medicare and Medical Assistance funded health care services.
  • Provides information about managed care health benefits.
  • Completes required contacts and paperwork within established timelines.
  • Advises clients of community resources, information and referrals for services, rights and responsibilities under programs or services.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

  • Considerable knowledge of the social sciences
  • Knowledge of home and community-based services and supports.
  • Knowledge of social and economic problems
  • Knowledge of motivating factors of human behavior
  • Knowledge of the principles of social work
  • Some knowledge of community resources
  • Knowledge of federal and state welfare programs and relevant laws
  • Knowledge of agency policies
  • Skilled in verbal communication, public speaking, writing and recording of information and data
  • Ability to consider clients’ problems with empathy and objectivity
  • Ability to exercise good judgment in recommending possible solutions for client’s difficulties and when utilizing conflict management and advocacy skills
  • Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with clients, co-workers, public officials and citizens of the community
  • Ability to organize efficiently and keep records systematically
  • Ability to complete MnCAT Certified Assessor Training to become a MnCHOICES Certified Assessor
  • Ability to work independently and to recognize when supervision is needed
  • 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

Apply online:  Applicant Support | Recruitment Hub (neogov.com)

Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: 60,000 - 80,000.

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