Social Worker- Adult Protection

1 day ago

Faribault, United States Rice County, MN Full time
Salary: $34.79 - $48.71 Hourly

Location : Faribault, MN

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 2024-089

Department: Social Services

Opening Date: 11/08/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Job Summary

**POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED
The Social Worker - Adult Protection/Civil Commitment provides adult protection services to vulnerable adults in Rice County in accordance with Minnesota statue. The position screens and investigates vulnerable adult maltreatment reports, petitions the court for guardianships / conservatorships, and petitions the court for civil commitments. This position provides Rule 25 Assessment and ongoing case management for chemical dependency civil commitments. The Social Worker acts as a Case Manager for those persons who do not receive other case management services. The Social Worker provides training to community members on vulnerable adult statute.
Examples of Duties

  • Completes vulnerable adult assessments and a variety of case management duties associated with vulnerable adults.
  • Conducts mental illness, developmental disabilities and chemical dependency pre-petition screenings for civil commitment. Includes Mentally Ill & Dangerous, Rule 20.01, 20.02 and 20.04 screenings for the courts.
  • Petitions the court for guardianships and conservatorships and monitors the service.
  • Provides Adult Services case management.
  • Attends training sessions and staff/community meetings.
  • Performs crisis intervention as needed.
  • Performs other duties as necessary.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
This position requires a bachelor's degree in Social Work or related human services field and two years' experience working with vulnerable adults, or equivalent. A valid Driver's license required upon hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience working within the court system preferred. Master's degree in Social Work and previous experience as a County Adult Protection Social Worker preferred.

Supplemental Information

HIRING RANGE / UNION: $34.79 - $36.37 per hour / SS Unit - Grade 12

HOURS: Normal working hours are 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday. Full-time hours equal 40 hours per week.

Rice County offers a complete benefit package including medical, dental, life insurance, pension, holiday, vacation, sick leave and long-term disability insurance.

County employees are eligible for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

01

Answers to the Supplemental Questions must be supported by the "Education," "Work Experience" or "Skills" section of the job application. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided on your application. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview. By completing this supplemental evaluation, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal.
  • I acknowledge I have read and understand the above information.
  • I do not agree to the above information.


02

Which of the following best describes your level of education at the closing date of the job posting?
  • Bachelor's Degree in social work or related human service field.
  • Master's Degree or higher in social work or related human service field.
  • Other


03

Which of the following best describes your experience working with vulnerable adults?
  • Less than 2 years of experience.
  • 2 - 4 years of experience.
  • 5 or more years of experience
  • No experience.


04

Please explain how you obtained your level of professional work experience in question #3. Include the employer's name and examples of work performed. If not applicable list NA.

05

Please indicate your years of experience as an Adult Protection Social Worker in a county social service agency?
  • No experience.
  • Less than 1 year of experience.
  • 1 - 3 years of experience.
  • 4 or more years of experience.


06

Please explain how you obtained your professional experience working in a county social service agency in question #5. Include the employer name and examples of work performed. If not applicable list NA.

07

Do you have professional work experience ensuring confidentiality of files and records and using discretion in controlling access to and release of information.
  • Yes
  • No


08

Do you have SSIS experience?
  • Yes
  • No


09

Do you have experience implementing crisis intervention strategies?
  • Yes
  • No


10

Do you have professional work experience creating case plans?
  • Yes
  • No


11

Do you have professional experience directing a team of service providers to meet the needs of an individual with disabilities?
  • Yes
  • No


12

Which best represents your experience working with individuals with a mental health diagnosis?
  • No experience.
  • Less than one year of experience.
  • 1 - 2 years of experience.
  • 3 or more years of experience.


13

Please describe your professional experience in a position requiring the use of interviewing skills.
  • No experience.
  • Less than 1 year of experience.
  • 1 year of experience.
  • 2 or more years of experience.


14

Which best represents your professional experience working with medical providers such as hospitals and clinics?
  • No experience.
  • Less than one year of experience.
  • 1 - 2 years of experience.
  • 3 years or more of experience.


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