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Isanti County - Cambridge, Minnesota, United States, 55008
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Overview
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Overview
Full-Time - 40 Hours Per Week - Benefit Eligible Non-Exempt – Teamsters Local 320 Family Services Union
The expected hiring range for new employees in 2025 is $23.25 - $24.78 per hour ($48,360.00 - $51,542.40 annually), depending on qualifications, relevant experience, and alignment with internal equity.
The full compensation range for this position is $23.25 to $30.01 per hour ($48,360.00 - $62,420.80 annually), with the potential for additional longevity-based compensation.
The applicant must fully complete the “Work Experience” and “Education” sections of the application, and a resume is
required
for all positions.
After the closing date of the job posting, you will be notified by Human Resources via email to self-schedule an interview.
POSTED: Thursday, May 22, 2025 APPLICATION DEADLINE: Thursday, June 5, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. AA/EEO
Isanti County offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Group Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care), Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Accident Insurance, Hospital Confinement Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Whole Life Insurance, PTO (vacation, sick, personal leave), 12 paid holidays, Deferred Compensation Plans, Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an Employee Wellness Program.
To view the available insurance and benefit options, click
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General Definition of Work
Performs a variety of health and human services tasks related to the rendering of appropriate paraprofessional services: assisting with the coordination of case operations and assessments; collecting and entering case information into a computer system; overseeing a caseload; maintaining and storing records; completing required reports, and related work as apparent or assigned.
Work is performed under the direction of a Social Worker, Public Health Nurse, Social Services Supervisor, Public Health Supervisor, Financial Assistance Supervisor or Division Leader.
Essential Functions
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Determines eligibility of clients for health and human services programs and maintains complete and accurate records on client eligibility. Reviews case records for completion of required agency forms. Explains health and human services programs and services to individuals or groups. Explains application procedures to individuals or groups and assists individuals in completing application forms. Interviews clients to obtain and verify necessary factual information. Makes appropriate referrals to other units and community resources. Makes contact with community resources as needed. Informs clients of the right to appeal and of other rights. Responds to initial client complaints. Performs clerical functions as assigned. Performs statistical operations relevant to health and human service program procedures. Prepares service agreements for services purchased by the Division as needed; review of vouchers and invoices for accuracy; arranges for payment. Composes correspondence and constructs reports as needed. Transports clients to visits, appointments, and court hearings as needed. Participates in Public Health Preparedness activities, emergencies, exercises, and training as requested. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or GED and moderate experience providing administrative assistance within a health and human services related organization, working with the general public, processing documents, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. Special Qualifications
None Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Knowledge of agency programs, operations, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of available community resources. Knowledge of basic mathematics. Ability to relate to people in an appropriate manner. Ability to organize and coordinate job activities. Ability to accurately and rapidly process detailed information. Ability to make decisions. Ability to remain objective. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, clients, public officials and the public. Ability to establish and maintain accurate and systemic records. Ability to express ideas clearly. Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions. Ability to work independently. Knowledge of culture and diversity, which enhance ability to understand and communicate. Ability to adhere to and promote the agency mission statement, values and goals. Provide an environment of respectful relationships, such as unit-to-unit, client to unit, staff member to staff member. Provide positive team leadership through example. Ability to maintain a regular and timely work attendance.
Working Conditions
Physical Requirements and Activity
This work requires frequent exertion of up to 10 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force. Work regularly requires sitting, speaking and hearing; using hands to finger, handle or feel and perform repetitive motions; occasionally requires standing, walking, and reaching with hands and arms.
Sensory Requirements
Work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
Sensory Utilization
Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities.
Environmental Conditions
Work requires exposure to blood borne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment. Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic).
The statements in this class description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
A fully completed Isanti County Online Application and resume must be received by Human Resources by the closing date and time listed on the posting. Any materials received after the closing date and time will not be considered.
The application will be evaluated in a Training and Experience Assessment worth 100 points. Veterans Preference will be applied in accordance with Minnesota law. A top group of qualified applicants will be invited to the interview process.
Final appointment is contingent upon the applicant passing a background investigation including a criminal history search. Costs of the background will be paid for by Isanti County.
Mission Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.