What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker- Public Health position at Rice County, MN?
**FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS OCTOBER 12TH
Provide case management, care coordination, and long-term care screenings to Rice County residents.
Examples of Duties
- Provide long-term care consultation services in home and community settings; work as part of a long-term care team at Rice County Public Health.
- Assess and evaluate clients' health and living situations to determine level of care and services needed.
- Provide care coordination and case management services.
- Provide relocation assistance including assessment, community support plan development, and referrals as needed.
- Coordinate client care with medical providers, vendors, clients, and families.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related human services field, or equivalent. A valid Driver’s license is required upon hire.
This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related human services field, or equivalent. A valid Driver’s license is required upon hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
One year of social work experience in home or community-based services. Experience conducting MNChoices assessments and/or waiver case management services. Bilingual: (English/Spanish and/or English/Somali).
Supplemental Information
HIRING RANGE / UNION: $36.01 - $50.41 per hour / SS Unit – Grade 12
HOURS: .8 FTE - 1.0 FTE (32 - 40 hours per week). Work hours typically Monday – Friday, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
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.
For additional information, please follow the link to the Rice County website: https://www.ricecountymn.gov/543/Benefits
Salary : $36 - $50