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Employment - Current Openings
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Social Worker - Foster Care and Adoption
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Mon. 11/23/09 4:30 PM Central Time
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$24.86 - $34.34 Hourly
$51,900.00 - $71,700.00 Annually
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| Job Type: |
Full-Time |
| Location: |
Apple Valley, Minnesota
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POSTING TYPE: Open Competitive
DEPARTMENT: Social Services
HOURS: Full Time
HIRING RANGE: $51,900 - $56,900/year (C42 DBM Level)
SALARY RANGE: $51,900 - $71,700/year
LOCATION: Apple Valley
UNION: AFSCME
CLOSE DATE: 4:30 p.m. on 11/23/09
Under supervision and within State, Federal and County developed programs and policies, identifies client needs, creates and develops a foster care licensed home, and a foster care program to support quality foster homes. Implements, monitors and evaluates the foster care licensed home. Provide case management services for adoption/ guardianship, and interstate compact cases; identifies adoptive homes, create and develop home studies, and monitor adoptive placements. |
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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· Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field AND
· One year full-time professional or 2 years of para-professional experience in a social services agency
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· Valid Driver's License
* Pursuant to Dakota County Policy and Procedures Manual Section 3102 (L), this position is designated as Safety Sensitive. |
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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
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These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required for all positions.
FOSTER CARE
1. Effectively engage families and corporations to assess and evaluate foster care eligibility, strengths and needs of the provider.
2. Collaborate with agencies to determine policy and procedures as they relate to licensing rules and regulations.
3. Provide consultation, support and information to license holders and others regarding services so they conform to the needs of clients.
4. Evaluate, document, and monitor eligibility for licensure and effectiveness of services provided.
5. Maintain and apply knowledge of relevant policies, procedures, statutes and professional practice.
6. Complete agency, state, and federal required documentation as related to client/provider eligibility according to mandated timelines.
7. Close cases based on eligibility or client desire to discontinue services.
8. Act on behalf of the Commissioner of Human Services.
ADOPTION
1. Complete Inter-state Compact home study requests/ case supervision.
2. Complete adoption homestudies as needed.
3. Case manage adoption/ guardianship and/or interstate compact cases including court responsibilities and monthly contacts.
4. Team with the ongoing child protection worker in all pre-adoptive activity.
5. Provide consultation to workers, colleague and the State on adoption issues.
6. Complete necessary Adoption Assistance or MN Permanency Demonstration paperwork as needed.
7. Facilitate monthly adoption support group for both children and parents.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Duties 1, 3, 4, 6 and 7 are essential functions. |
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
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· Knowledge of human development, family dynamics and systems, including crisis management and cultural competency.
· Knowledge of the Human Services Licensing Act, Adoption rules and statutes, and DHS Rules that directly affect foster care homes and adoption.
· Knowledge of medical diagnoses, medications, basic medical terminology and basic safety concerns for recipients of home studies.
· Knowledge and understanding of developmental disabilities and senior issues.
· Comprehensive knowledge of computer software and information systems.
· Interviewing, negotiation, and listening skills.
· Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
· Ability to investigate licensing concerns and independently set a course for positive change.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a County office building and on client home visits. Some travel is required. Lifting requirement of up to 20 pounds on an occasional basis. Exposure to inadequate lighting and intense noise may occur on client home visits. Equipment used may include, but is not limited to, computer, printer, telephone, calculator, and copy and fax machines.
SELECTION PROCESS: The examination/selection process for this classification will consist of a rating of your training and experience from the application materials submitted. The top scoring candidates will be forwarded to the hiring department for further consideration.
Dakota County Employee Relations
www.co.dakota.mn.us
Main Number 651.438.4435 (contact 8 a.m - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday)
Fax 651.438.8178
JOBSLINE: 651.438.HIRE |
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