Public Health Social Worker

The Public Health Social Worker serves as a member of an interdisciplinary team in the Public Health Department providing social work and case management services for clients and their families. Must be able to work independently, demonstrate initiative and critical thinking skills and maintain effective working relationships with administrative and other personnel, public agencies, and the general public. All employees work under the guidance of State/Federal regulations and must abide by City policies/procedures.
 

• Collaborate with team members to assess client’s physical health and psychosocial needs.
• Develop plans of care to meet identified needs based upon assessments/evaluations. 
• Make appropriate referrals to community resources and social service programs agencies and organizations on behalf of client. 
• Provides supportive services for public health clients in home or office settings. 
• Assist with social, emotional, and economical concerns of clients. 
• Assists families in understanding the implications and complexities of medical situations. 
• Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress according to measurable goals described in the care plan. 
• Promote and support current public health activities.
• Build and maintain good relationships with community partners.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in social work (BSW) from an accredited college or university and is further required to maintain any certifications applicable within the State of North Dakota.
• Must be licensed as a social worker in the state of North Dakota.
• Must possess a valid North Dakota driver’s license and vehicle for use on duty. 
• Minimum 1 year of clinical social work experience.
• Excellent communication skills, including ability to explain medical concepts and describe existing resources in the community to patients in understandable language. 

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. City of Bismarck does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
• Knowledge of support systems and referral sources in the community. 
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
• Skill in the maintenance of files and records.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Work well independently and as part of a team.
• Self-motivated with ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Must maintain confidentiality and HIPPA compliance for client protected health information.

Salary : $56,368 - $63,398