POSTING TYPE: Open Competitive
DEPARTMENT: Social Services
HOURS: Full Time
PREFERRED HIRING RANGE: $67,643 - $76,099/year (108 Salary grade)
FULL SALARY RANGE: $67, 643 - $105,693/year
LOCATION: Hybrid; telework and in-person at Hastings and West Saint Paul locations
UNION: AFSCME 306
CLOSE DATE: Continuous with first review of applications on 2/8/2024
Come join us at Dakota County and "Be more". Dakota County employs over 2,000 skilled individuals whose talents and contributions makes Dakota County a premier place to live and work. The work County government does is unique. Dakota County offers important careers - the kind of careers that make a difference in people's lives.
Dakota County welcomes and is inclusive of diverse people, backgrounds, and perspectives. The County aims to reflect the community and clients it serves and fosters an equitable and respectful working environment where everyone is empowered to be their authentic selves
Dakota County is currently accepting applications for a Social Worker - Jail Treatment Program (LADC) with experience and knowledge in the assessment, treatment, coordination, and counseling of individuals with a substance use disorder.
NEED TO HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:
What You'll Do
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.
1. Effectively engage individuals and their families to assess and evaluate needs and strengths, including safety and risk. Conduct initial intake interview in order to assess the individual's need for treatment and/or referral services;
2. Determine with the client, and in collaboration with agencies, eligibility, need and level of service for identified clients.
3. Provide individual and group counseling to educate and assist individuals in recognizing and understanding the nature of the problem, to assess the need for treatment, and to evaluate progress;
4. Develop and implement individualized treatment and recovery plans; make referrals for County support services when indicated; confer with probation, parole, and other law enforcement agencies to determine inmate's legal status and/or develop appropriate discharge plans; consult with representatives from community treatment programs and recovery facilities to determine the appropriate placement of inmates and to ensure continuity of care after release from custody.
5. Develop and implement all or parts of a case plan, defining initial and ongoing measurable goals and objectives.
6. Facilitate, integrate and mobilize community resources on behalf of the client.
7. Evaluate, document and monitor progress toward goals and objectives in accordance with 245G.
8. Research, maintain and apply knowledge of relevant policies, procedures and statutes. Provide training and education to others.
9. Complete agency, state and federal required documentation as related to client activity according to mandated timelines.
10. Closure of case management activity with client based on resolution of established goals and/or successful integration to community resources.
11. Terminate activity with client when client requests closure or when involuntary closure is ordered.
12. Attend conferences and meetings to keep abreast of current alcohol and drug issues, treatment modalities, and services available.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: All duties listed are essential functions of this classification