Social Worker I

Responsibilities Provides initial and annual assessments, education, and case management services to a complex, often long-term group of assigned clients, which includes in-home visits Prepares, evaluates, and maintains a service plan to meet the needs of the client including both Catholic Charities programs and other available community resources Supports and advocates on behalf of clients in the procurement of services and benefits entitlement, assisting with required paperwork as necessary Consults, cooperates, and educates community systems to facilitate linkage, referral, crisis management and follow up, focusing on attaining goals Maintains complete case documentation and records, as required by Catholic Charities, the funders, or licensure/regulatory bodies Coordinates with the supervisor on all aspects of client care and seeks appropriate guidance and feedback from other team members Utilizes behavior management, trauma-informed, person-centered, and solution-focused techniques to facilitate personal growth and minimize crisis May facilitate group or individual meetings to provide education, teach critical skills, and/or provide support for program participants Mentors other individuals within program May transport clients dependent on program guidelines and needs Requirements Current Social Work licensure approved by the State of Minnesota required (e.g. LSW, LGSW) Bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, or related field preferred Or a bachelor’s degree with a major in any field and at least one (1) year of experience as a social worker/case manager/care coordinator in a public or private social services agency Pass DHS background check and meet their requirements for the provision of case management by meeting the social work standards under the MN Merit System Ability to work with diverse and/or low-income populations, including those who may be experiencing homelessness, unstable housing, and/or mental illness required Must have a valid driver’s license and proof of current insurance coverage #J-18808-Ljbffr