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Des Moines Valley Health & Human Services

County Agency Social Worker

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What they do

A Family, School, or General Social Worker provides specialized assistance to vulnerable families and children. Intervenes in crisis situations; evaluates individual and family needs, helps clients get access to health care, mental health care or social services such as housing assistance. Advocates for clients and provides follow up visits. May work with teachers, parents and school administrators to help students improve academically and deal with social issues such as bullying.

$63,920 / year median in Minnesota

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

County Agency Social Worker (Social Worker License NOT required) Des Moines Valley Health and Human Services Serving Cottonwood and Jackson Counties Des Moines Valley Health and Human Services (DVHHS) is currently seeking qualified individuals to fill a full-time position for a County Agency Social Worker. DVHHS serves Cottonwood and Jackson Counties in Minnesota. This position is responsible for conducting assessments and providing on going case management and crisis intervention to individuals experiencing complex social, physical, and emotional health challenges, requiring a high level of skill and expertise. This role involves managing judicial processes and maintaining consistent communication with individuals, community partners, and service delivery providers. The position requires the ability to meet strict deadlines, develop comprehensive support plans, implement effective intervention strategies, and provide guidance to paraprofessional staff. This position will be required to provide on-call services, as scheduled, and callback assistance on evenings, weekends, and holidays. Minimum qualifications of education and experience for this position: This position requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in social work, psychology, sociology, or a closely related field; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in any field and one year of experience as a social worker in a public or private social services agency. To apply for this position, please complete the job application at https://www.dvhhs.org/employment. This position is open until filled. This position is classified in Grade 13 of the DVHHS Compensation Plan with a salary range of $29.71 - $38.77, dependent upon the credentials of the successful candidate. This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week with a full benefit package which includes Public Employee Retirement pension. In order to ensure the safety of citizens, employees and property, DVHHS has adopted a drug and alcohol testing policy which applies to all candidates being considered for employment with
DVHHS. A
Drug and Alcohol test must be completed within 24 hours of all contingent verbal offers of employment, unless alternate scheduling arrangements are approved by Human Resources office. Please contact DVHHS Human Resources by calling 507-847-4000 with additional questions.
DVHHS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Pay:
$29.71 - $38.77 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Family leave Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Loan forgiveness Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person