Dakota County, MN
Social Worker- Adult Protection Investigations
Dakota County, MN, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States,
Salary :
$67,643.00 - $105,693.00 Annually
Location :
West St. Paul, MN
Job Type:
Full-Time
Remote Employment:
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:
32200w.24.001
Department:
Social Services
Opening Date:
09/12/2024
Closing Date:
9/26/2024 4:30 PM Central
General Description
POSTING TYPE: Open CompetitiveDEPARTMENT: Social ServicesHOURS: Full-timePREFERRED SALARY RANGE: $67,643 - $76,099/year (Salary Grade 108)FULL SALARY RANGE: $67,643 - $105,693/yearLOCATION: Hybrid; telework and in person at the Northern Service Center, West St PaulUNION: AFSCME 306CLOSE DATE: 4:30 p.m. on 9/26/2024
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.
Under supervision and within State, Federal, and County; develop programs and policies, identify client needs, funding sources, create and develop a service plan, implement, monitor and evaluate the service plan.Minimum Qualifications
NEED TO HAVE:• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or related Human Services degreeAND• One year full-time professional experience in a social services agency OR Two years full-time para-professional experience in a social services agency.AND• Valid Driver's License
NICE TO HAVE:Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or SociologyDuties & Responsibilities
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 class.
1. Investigate reports sent from the Minnesota Adult Abuse Reporting Center (MAARC) with regard to alleged abuse, neglect or financial exploitation of Vulnerable Adults, and concurrently entering all investigative activities into a computer data base used by multiple staff.2. Interview reporters and collators to gather critical information to assess each report to determine the Vulnerable Adult status of the alleged victim, the presence of immediate danger to the Vulnerable Adult or others, the nature and severity of the alleged maltreatment, and the existence of a support system.3. Mobilize community resources to provide protective services to remedy the reported maltreatment and reduce the risk of further abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation.4. Notify Law Enforcement of any suspected criminal activity or suspicious death of a Vulnerable Adult that has not already been reported to law enforcement by MAARC.5.Take action on reports which require immediate adult protective services and initiate.6. Coordinate data sharing with Law Enforcement and Lead Agencies.7. Distribute relevant information to case managers and contract managers as appropriate.8. Create and maintain records.9. Communicate with interested parties and participate in assessment.10. Conduct forensic interviews using approved protocols.11. Collaborate with the various professions/agencies that may be encountered during an investigation such as medical and mental health, law enforcement, attorneys, courts and other social services staff, etc.12. Effectively engage individuals to assess and evaluate needs, strengths, safety and risk while promoting autonomy and least restrictive interventions.13. Formulate case plans to determine appropriate services to address client needs, including emergency interventions and protective services.14. Provide time limited, intensive case management services to vulnerable adults with complex cognitive, medical and psychiatric disorders.15. Apply knowledge of relevant policies, procedures , statutes and professional practices16. Complete agency, state and federally required documentation as related to client activity according to mandated timelines.17. Ability to work flexible schedule in response to emergency case assignments, clients availability and other work related duties that may result in working outside the normal business hours.18. Ability to present to the general public about adult protection statutes and practices specific to Dakota County.19. Testify in court, prepare court documents and work with individuals, families and professionals involved in the court process.20. Demonstrates a commitment to support cultural diversity County wide, actively supports the County's diversity initiatives, and works to address the needs of diverse and underrepresented communities.
Essential Job Functions: Duties 1-20 are essential functions.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and Work Environment• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, computer and person-centered interviewing skills• Strong verbal and written communication skills• Ability to:a. Meet with clients in their residential settingb. Relate respectfully and effectively to involuntary clients who may resist servicesc. Function well in emergency situations calling for sensitivity, flexibility, resourcefulness and independent judgmentd. Develop and implement protective plans and to provide supportive services• Proficiency in managing emergency situations• Demonstrates an understanding of and respect for the diversity of customers, co-workers, and supervisors, including individuals with a disability or whose first language may be other than English
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a County office building and on visits to client's homes. Some travel may be required. Lifting requirement of up to 20 pounds on an occasional basis. Exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents and vibration; atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases and poor ventilation; hazardous materials such as chemicals, blood, and other body fluids; inadequate lighting; work space restricting movement; and intense noise may occur on visits to client's homes. 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.
Visit our Benefits site for more information.
01
*******Applicants for this recruitment will be rated based on their answers to the supplemental questions listed below and application materials. It is IMPERATIVE that information provided on the application and resume are detailed and clearly outline your work experience & skills. They must also support and/or match answers to the supplemental questions.Please initial the box below to CONFIRM that the information provided is accurate and true to the best of your knowledge. Falsification may result in disqualification from consideration for this and subsequent recruitments with Dakota County for up to three years.
02
Please initial the box below to CONFIRM that you understand that a background check including
but not limited to
criminal, employment, driving, and educational check may be conducted upon acceptance of a position.
03
Check all that apply
I have a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or Human Services related fieldI have a Master's Degree or above in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or Human Services related fieldI have at least one year of full time PROFESSIONAL work experience in the field of Social WorkI have at least two years of full time paraprofessional experience working in a human service related agencyI'm a licensed Social Worker, Clinical Social Worker or PsychologistI have a Valid Driver's LicenseI don't have any of the above
04
Select the highest level of education COMPLETED/Degree held. (Degree must be held by the closing date of this recruitment).
High School Diploma or G.E.D equivalentProfessional/Technical Certificate equivalent to 1 year of full-time post-secondary educationAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree or above
05
Describe your education including areas of study, years/credits completed, and degrees earned.
06
How many years of PAID full-time experience do you have as a professional level Social Worker? Convert any part-time experience to years (i.e. 20 hours per week for 2 years equals 1 year full-time.)
Less than 1 year1 - 3 years4 - 5 years5 + yearsNone
07
Please describe your professional level Social Worker experience. List the agency you worked for, dates of employment and duties performed. If you have no experience, indicate "NONE".
08
How many years do you have of full time paraprofessional experience working in a social service\human service agency? Paraprofessional experience is supporting case management of individual or families in a social/human services agency. Internships are considered paraprofessional experience. Convert any part-time experience to years (i.e. 20 hours per week for 2 years equals 1 year full-time.)
Less than 2 years2 or more yearsNone
09
Please describe your paraprofessional level experience. List the agency you worked for, dates of employment and duties performed. If you have no experience, indicate "NONE".
10
Have you ever worked as an adult protection or child protection investigator?
YesNo
11
Describe your work experience investigating reports of maltreatment. Include your job title, your employer, your length of employment and your major responsibilities for each related position? Please include any forensic interview trainings you have attended. If you have no experience, indicate "NONE".
12
Review the listed Duties and Responsibilities. Explain why you want to be an Adult Protection Investigator.
13
Which of the following client service tasks have you provided for a period of
12 months or longer?
Conducting criminal, civil or social service investigations (e.g., vulnerable adults, child protection, licensing, law enforcementWorking on behalf of clients with the legal, court or regulatory systemsPresenting verbal testimonyWorking with involuntary clients (people who are unable to engage well with service providers or who are court orderedWriting investigative reportsLess than 12 months experienceNo experience
14
Select the populations you have worked with for a period of 12 months or longer. Check all that apply.
Brain injuriesSubstance abuse/dependenceCognitive disabilitiesComplex medical conditionsDangerous or injurious behaviorsDeaf/hard of hearingHomelessnessPhysical or functional limitationsChronic or medical conditionsSerious and persistent mental illnessLess than 12 months experienceNo experience
15
List technology items and software applications including Human Services related programs with which you have at least intermediate skill level used in a work setting.
16
Describe your experience cultivating and supporting diverse work teams that promote inclusion, diversity and equity.
17
If selected for this position, what would be your minimum acceptable salary?
18
Your response to this question will help Dakota County evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment sources for this specific position. Please select the
one
source that most closely describes how you
first
learned about this opportunity.
FacebookFriend, Family or ColleagueInDeedJob Fair or Dakota County EventJob Interest e-mails from Dakota CountyJobsInMinneapolis/StPaulLeague of Minnesota CitiesLinkedInMinneapolis Diversity.comMinnesota Diversity.comMinnesota Works WebsiteMinnesota Jobs Network.comMinnesota Association of CountiesMonsterProfessional Association WebsiteReferred by a Dakota County EmployeeSt Paul Diversity.comCollege Website, Instructor, Career ServicesDakota County WebsiteOther
19
If you selected Other, please indicate where you heard about this opportunity with Dakota County.
Required Question
$67,643.00 - $105,693.00 Annually
Location :
West St. Paul, MN
Job Type:
Full-Time
Remote Employment:
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:
32200w.24.001
Department:
Social Services
Opening Date:
09/12/2024
Closing Date:
9/26/2024 4:30 PM Central
General Description
POSTING TYPE: Open CompetitiveDEPARTMENT: Social ServicesHOURS: Full-timePREFERRED SALARY RANGE: $67,643 - $76,099/year (Salary Grade 108)FULL SALARY RANGE: $67,643 - $105,693/yearLOCATION: Hybrid; telework and in person at the Northern Service Center, West St PaulUNION: AFSCME 306CLOSE DATE: 4:30 p.m. on 9/26/2024
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.
Under supervision and within State, Federal, and County; develop programs and policies, identify client needs, funding sources, create and develop a service plan, implement, monitor and evaluate the service plan.Minimum Qualifications
NEED TO HAVE:• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or related Human Services degreeAND• One year full-time professional experience in a social services agency OR Two years full-time para-professional experience in a social services agency.AND• Valid Driver's License
NICE TO HAVE:Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or SociologyDuties & Responsibilities
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 class.
1. Investigate reports sent from the Minnesota Adult Abuse Reporting Center (MAARC) with regard to alleged abuse, neglect or financial exploitation of Vulnerable Adults, and concurrently entering all investigative activities into a computer data base used by multiple staff.2. Interview reporters and collators to gather critical information to assess each report to determine the Vulnerable Adult status of the alleged victim, the presence of immediate danger to the Vulnerable Adult or others, the nature and severity of the alleged maltreatment, and the existence of a support system.3. Mobilize community resources to provide protective services to remedy the reported maltreatment and reduce the risk of further abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation.4. Notify Law Enforcement of any suspected criminal activity or suspicious death of a Vulnerable Adult that has not already been reported to law enforcement by MAARC.5.Take action on reports which require immediate adult protective services and initiate.6. Coordinate data sharing with Law Enforcement and Lead Agencies.7. Distribute relevant information to case managers and contract managers as appropriate.8. Create and maintain records.9. Communicate with interested parties and participate in assessment.10. Conduct forensic interviews using approved protocols.11. Collaborate with the various professions/agencies that may be encountered during an investigation such as medical and mental health, law enforcement, attorneys, courts and other social services staff, etc.12. Effectively engage individuals to assess and evaluate needs, strengths, safety and risk while promoting autonomy and least restrictive interventions.13. Formulate case plans to determine appropriate services to address client needs, including emergency interventions and protective services.14. Provide time limited, intensive case management services to vulnerable adults with complex cognitive, medical and psychiatric disorders.15. Apply knowledge of relevant policies, procedures , statutes and professional practices16. Complete agency, state and federally required documentation as related to client activity according to mandated timelines.17. Ability to work flexible schedule in response to emergency case assignments, clients availability and other work related duties that may result in working outside the normal business hours.18. Ability to present to the general public about adult protection statutes and practices specific to Dakota County.19. Testify in court, prepare court documents and work with individuals, families and professionals involved in the court process.20. Demonstrates a commitment to support cultural diversity County wide, actively supports the County's diversity initiatives, and works to address the needs of diverse and underrepresented communities.
Essential Job Functions: Duties 1-20 are essential functions.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and Work Environment• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, computer and person-centered interviewing skills• Strong verbal and written communication skills• Ability to:a. Meet with clients in their residential settingb. Relate respectfully and effectively to involuntary clients who may resist servicesc. Function well in emergency situations calling for sensitivity, flexibility, resourcefulness and independent judgmentd. Develop and implement protective plans and to provide supportive services• Proficiency in managing emergency situations• Demonstrates an understanding of and respect for the diversity of customers, co-workers, and supervisors, including individuals with a disability or whose first language may be other than English
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a County office building and on visits to client's homes. Some travel may be required. Lifting requirement of up to 20 pounds on an occasional basis. Exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents and vibration; atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases and poor ventilation; hazardous materials such as chemicals, blood, and other body fluids; inadequate lighting; work space restricting movement; and intense noise may occur on visits to client's homes. 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.
Visit our Benefits site for more information.
01
*******Applicants for this recruitment will be rated based on their answers to the supplemental questions listed below and application materials. It is IMPERATIVE that information provided on the application and resume are detailed and clearly outline your work experience & skills. They must also support and/or match answers to the supplemental questions.Please initial the box below to CONFIRM that the information provided is accurate and true to the best of your knowledge. Falsification may result in disqualification from consideration for this and subsequent recruitments with Dakota County for up to three years.
02
Please initial the box below to CONFIRM that you understand that a background check including
but not limited to
criminal, employment, driving, and educational check may be conducted upon acceptance of a position.
03
Check all that apply
I have a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or Human Services related fieldI have a Master's Degree or above in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or Human Services related fieldI have at least one year of full time PROFESSIONAL work experience in the field of Social WorkI have at least two years of full time paraprofessional experience working in a human service related agencyI'm a licensed Social Worker, Clinical Social Worker or PsychologistI have a Valid Driver's LicenseI don't have any of the above
04
Select the highest level of education COMPLETED/Degree held. (Degree must be held by the closing date of this recruitment).
High School Diploma or G.E.D equivalentProfessional/Technical Certificate equivalent to 1 year of full-time post-secondary educationAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree or above
05
Describe your education including areas of study, years/credits completed, and degrees earned.
06
How many years of PAID full-time experience do you have as a professional level Social Worker? Convert any part-time experience to years (i.e. 20 hours per week for 2 years equals 1 year full-time.)
Less than 1 year1 - 3 years4 - 5 years5 + yearsNone
07
Please describe your professional level Social Worker experience. List the agency you worked for, dates of employment and duties performed. If you have no experience, indicate "NONE".
08
How many years do you have of full time paraprofessional experience working in a social service\human service agency? Paraprofessional experience is supporting case management of individual or families in a social/human services agency. Internships are considered paraprofessional experience. Convert any part-time experience to years (i.e. 20 hours per week for 2 years equals 1 year full-time.)
Less than 2 years2 or more yearsNone
09
Please describe your paraprofessional level experience. List the agency you worked for, dates of employment and duties performed. If you have no experience, indicate "NONE".
10
Have you ever worked as an adult protection or child protection investigator?
YesNo
11
Describe your work experience investigating reports of maltreatment. Include your job title, your employer, your length of employment and your major responsibilities for each related position? Please include any forensic interview trainings you have attended. If you have no experience, indicate "NONE".
12
Review the listed Duties and Responsibilities. Explain why you want to be an Adult Protection Investigator.
13
Which of the following client service tasks have you provided for a period of
12 months or longer?
Conducting criminal, civil or social service investigations (e.g., vulnerable adults, child protection, licensing, law enforcementWorking on behalf of clients with the legal, court or regulatory systemsPresenting verbal testimonyWorking with involuntary clients (people who are unable to engage well with service providers or who are court orderedWriting investigative reportsLess than 12 months experienceNo experience
14
Select the populations you have worked with for a period of 12 months or longer. Check all that apply.
Brain injuriesSubstance abuse/dependenceCognitive disabilitiesComplex medical conditionsDangerous or injurious behaviorsDeaf/hard of hearingHomelessnessPhysical or functional limitationsChronic or medical conditionsSerious and persistent mental illnessLess than 12 months experienceNo experience
15
List technology items and software applications including Human Services related programs with which you have at least intermediate skill level used in a work setting.
16
Describe your experience cultivating and supporting diverse work teams that promote inclusion, diversity and equity.
17
If selected for this position, what would be your minimum acceptable salary?
18
Your response to this question will help Dakota County evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment sources for this specific position. Please select the
one
source that most closely describes how you
first
learned about this opportunity.
FacebookFriend, Family or ColleagueInDeedJob Fair or Dakota County EventJob Interest e-mails from Dakota CountyJobsInMinneapolis/StPaulLeague of Minnesota CitiesLinkedInMinneapolis Diversity.comMinnesota Diversity.comMinnesota Works WebsiteMinnesota Jobs Network.comMinnesota Association of CountiesMonsterProfessional Association WebsiteReferred by a Dakota County EmployeeSt Paul Diversity.comCollege Website, Instructor, Career ServicesDakota County WebsiteOther
19
If you selected Other, please indicate where you heard about this opportunity with Dakota County.
Required Question