Social Worker 4

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Social Worker 4

Salary

$75,961.60 - $112,923.20 Annually

Location

(RCGC EAST) Saint Paul, MN

Job Type

Full Time

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

2024-00389

Department

68A02-SSD/Admin/CFSMngm

Opening Date

04/19/2024

Closing Date

5/2/2024 11:59 PM Central

Basic Function

 
The Aging & Disability Services | MnCHOICES Division within the Social Services Department is responsible for administering Home and Community Based Services. The division is comprised of three major functional areas: The MnCHOICES unit, Administration & Access unit, and the Case Management unit. It is a priority and expectation of the county and the department to operationalize racial equity across the administration of Home and Community Based Services, as well as grow an organizational culture that is value based: People, Integrity, Community, Equity, and Leadership; and embodies the Mission & Vision of Ramsey County.
 
This Supervisory position is within the MnCHOICES unit.  

The current vacancy is in Social Services – Aging and Disability and MnCHOICES area. This position will supervise Social Workers and Public Health Nurses who will provide screenings and face to face assessment services for people who have disabilities and/or are aging. This assessment will determine eligibility for HCBS programs, including Community Access for Disability Inclusion (CADI), Brain Injury Waiver (BI), Developmental Disability Rule 185 services, Developmental Disability Waiver (DD), Personal Care Assistance (PCA)services, Elderly Waiver (EW), and Alternative Care (AC). The Social Worker or Public Health Nurse will determine service needs, develop person-centered Support Plans; identify potential support services and community resources based on assessed support needs; complete necessary documentation; make support service recommendations using a strength-based approach, to help people stay in their homes or in their community safely and as independently as possible; and perform related duties as assigned.

To supervise and direct the work of a unit in the Social Services Department that provides social services within a designated program or specialty area; to plan, organize, assign, schedule, monitor, coordinate and evaluate the work of unit members; to provide training and guidance; to provide diagnostic and consultative services within the specialty area; to assist Human Service Managers in program, policy and procedural development; and to perform related duties as assigned.

If an internal candidate is selected, salary will be set in accordance with the personnel rules (i.e., promotion, transfer, or voluntary reduction).

To view or print a copy of the complete Ramsey County job (class) description for this job, go to: Job Descriptions. Once at this page, you can browse the alphabetical list or search for a job description.

Examples of Work Performed

  1. Promote a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace.
  2. Supervise the work of social workers, case aides and clerical staff in a Social Service work unit by hiring staff, assigning cases, evaluating work performance and providing guidance for development; ensuring staff compliance with federal, state and local departmental laws, policies, procedures and regulations; conducting case consultations and unit meetings with social workers to monitor service delivery and resolve problems; recommending and administering disciplinary action; and otherwise supervising unit activities.
  3. Maintain liaison with representatives of public and private social service agencies; represent the unit or department in committee assignments, in interactions with community groups and in public speaking engagements.
  4. Collect and analyze unit data to monitor trends and developments relating to client and program needs, resource availability and staffing needs; recommend program priorities to the Human Services Manager and set priorities, goals and standards for the unit.
  5. Receive and respond to complaints or informational requests from clients, officials and the public.
  6. Recommend legal actions to the courts regarding client cases.
  7. Develop recommendations for review by Division director or Department Director on methods for implementation of changes in federal, state or local laws, regulations and policies affecting target population served.
  8. Plan, develop and present informational or training sessions to unit staff.
  9. Review and make recommendations on the impact of specific legislation, and serve on DHS rule-making committees as directed.
  10. Assist in interpreting laws, policies, rules and regulations.
 
(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this work and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification.  Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required.)
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10.
 

Minimum Qualifications

Education:  Bachelor's degree in a social/behavioral science, or equivalent; and any combination of 23 credits or 230 continuing education hours in fields relating to social work.
 
Experience:  Six years of social work experience or equivalent.
 
Substitution:  Experience as a Ramsey County Human Services Case Aide 3 may substitute for general social work experience on the basis that two years of Case Aide 3 experience equals one year of general social work experience.  A maximum of six years of Ramsey County Human Services Case Aide 3 experience can be substituted for general social work experience.
 
A Master's Degree in Social Work may substitute for two years of the experience requirement. 
 
Certifications/Licensure:  None.

Exam/Screening Process Information

The examination process will consist of the following section with each section weighted as indicated:
 

  • Training and Experience Rating = 100%
The examination for Social Worker 4 will consist of a training and experience rating, comprised of the questions in the attached supplemental questionnaire. Not all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will pass the training and experience rating.  The rating on this supplemental questionnaire will depend on your answers to the questions – do not mark "see resume" or "see work history" as a response. Please answer all your questions clearly and completely.  Failure to respond could affect your score and final rank on this examination.

Eligible List: The names of all applicants who filed a properly completed application and passed the examination/screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for an employment opportunity as a Social Worker 4. This list will be certified to the appointing authority which may use this list to conduct interviews to fill a vacancy. Candidates will remain on the list for three months or until hired, whichever occurs first. A notice will be sent to applicants at the time the eligible list is posted, informing them that the list has been posted and their rank on the list. The names of all applicants who pass the examination with a score of 40 or higher will be forwarded to the department for further consideration.

Veteran's Preference: This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process. Veterans' Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process. Applicants who are eligible for veteran's preference should update their DD214, and other supporting documents, and submit them as an attachment at the time of application.
 
Criminal Background Checks: All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.
In addition, you may be subject to one or more of the following: 
  • Psychotherapist Check
E-Verify Participation:  Ramsey County participates in the federal E-verify program.  This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the department of Homeland Security (DHS), with the information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.  If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment.  Employers may not use E-verify to pre-screen applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

Equal Opportunity Employer:  Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification) disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance or national origin.

To print a paper application for this posting click Paper Application.  You will need to print off this posting and also answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.
 
For further information regarding this posting, please contact nirvana.wallace@ramseycounty.us 

Ramsey County provides a wide range of employee benefits to support health, well-being, and work/life balance. Benefits eligibility can vary depending on union status/contract language. A summary of benefits is provided below. Detailed information is available for review at https://www.ramseycounty.us/employees/employee-open-enrollment-2024-benefits
 

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
    • The County contributes a bargained percentage to the medical and dental monthly premium
    • Employees choose from four enrollment tiers: Single, Employee + legally married spouse, Employee + Child(ren), Family
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance – three plan options including a High Deductible Plan with a Health Saving Account offered. Earn up to $20/month in electronic gift cards for each enrolled employee or spouse for wellness activity
    • MetLife Dental Insurance – two plan options offered
    • VSP Vision Insurance – Advantage Plan offered
 
  • Pre-tax Benefit Program
    • Pre-tax medical, dental, vision monthly premium deduction option
    • Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
    • County monthly contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees who elect the High Deductible medical plan
 
  • Paid time off
    • Vacation hours, accrued based on years of service, ranging from 12 to 25 days per year (pro-rated for part-time employees)
    • 11 scheduled holidays and one floating holiday
    • Up to three weeks of 100% paid parental leave, plus additional use of sick time as noted below
    • Sick hours accrued at a rate of three weeks per year, which can be used for medical and dental care; injury or illness for you, your spouse or children; the birth or adoption of a child (up to 80 hours) or the death of a family member (up to 40 hours)
    • Wellness incentive allows conversion of unused sick time to vacation or pay
 
  • Retirement benefits
    • Pension - The county contributes at least 7.5% of your salary to your pension, depending on bargaining unit. Unlike other retirement investments, pension payments are a lifetime benefit once you start collecting payments
    • New employees become vested after five years. For the Police and Fire union, employees are vested after 10 years
    • Deferred compensation - 457(b) account with employer match
    • Health Care Savings Plan - all benefits-eligible employees contribute 1% of gross regular salary to a Health Care Savings Plan account for eligible health care expenses after retirement. Interest accrues tax free. County provides a scheduled contribution after five years of participation
 
  • Transit and parking
    • Fully funded Metropass.
    • Transportation/parking expenses reimbursement account
 
  • Employee well-being
    • Employee assistance program, including telephone counseling, financial counseling, rideshare benefits, etc.
    • Wellness programming
    • Flexible work policy with hybrid work options for eligible positions
 
  • Life Insurance and Disability leave
    • County provided Basic Life coverage - 1x annual salary, minimum $10,000 up to a maximum of $50,000. Optional supplemental coverage available 
    • Long-term Disability – County provided coverage replaces 40% of the employee’s lost income after six months of disability, subject to a $5,000 monthly maximum. Option to purchase an additional 20% income replacement up to $7,500 monthly maximum
    • Short-term Disability – option to purchase 60% income replacement coverage with 30, 60 or 90-day waiting period
 
  • Career development
    • Tuition reimbursement, up to $4,000 per year
    • Online professional development opportunities through the Learning & Development Center
    • County employment qualifies as a public service organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
    • Employee resource groups – help employees build connections through common bonds with colleagues

For information about Ramsey County's 2024 benefits, visit: https://www.ramseycounty.us/employees/employee-open-enrollment-2024-benefits

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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The supplemental questionnaire will be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Provide complete information for each question. Do not write "see resume" as it is not an acceptable answer. The experiences you indicate in your responses will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Please select "Yes" if you have read and understand.
  • Yes
  • No
02
Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in a social/behavioral science? PLEASE NOTE THAT YOUR DEGREE MUST BE COMPLETED BY THE CLOSE OF THIS POSTING.
  • Yes
  • No
03
What is your highest level of education?
  • Master's degree in social work
  • Master's degree in another social/behavioral science related to social work
  • Bachelor's degree in social work
  • Bachelor's degree in another social/behavioral science related to social work
  • Other
04
Indicate when and where you obtained your completed degree(s). State the name of the institution, the field of study, and the month and year of graduation. If this does not apply, please type "N/A" in the space below.
05
Do you have 6 years (full-time equivalent) of social work experience?
  • Yes
  • No
06
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, give a brief outline of your social work experience. In your response include the employer name, your job title, length of time in the job title and job responsibilities. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME." If no experience in this area, please indicate "N/A" in the space below.
07
What best describes your experience as a Ramsey County Case Aide 3?
  • No experience as a Ramsey County Case Aide 3
  • Less than two years full-time experience as a Ramsey County Case Aide 3
  • Two to four years full-time experience as a Ramsey County Case Aide 3
  • Four to six years full-time experience as a Ramsey County Case Aide 3
  • Six or more years full-time experience as a Ramsey County Case Aide 3
08
Are you a licensed Mental Health Professional with the State of Minnesota (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Psychologist (LP), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC))? YOU MUST BE LICENSED AS AN LICSW, LMFT, LPCC, OR LP IN THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. NO OTHER LICENSE TYPES OR STATE LICENSES WILL BE ACCEPTED.
09
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate the type of license you have, your license number, and your license expiration date. If you answered "No" to the previous question, please type "N/A" in the space below.
10
Do you have or have you ever held any other professional licenses?
  • Yes
  • No
11
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please list the type of license(s) and the state or jurisdiction the license is or was held; also indicate the status of your license(s). If you answered "No" please type "N/A" in the space below.
12
Which best describes your formal supervisory experience? Experience should include responsibility for direct reports, hiring, discipline, performance evaluations, training, staff development, etc. DO NOT INCLUDE SUPERVISION OF INTERNS OR VOLUNTEERS -- Experience with those categories is requested in Question 14.
  • Less than three months of formal supervisory experience
  • Three months to one year of formal supervisory experience
  • One to two full-time years of formal supervisory experience
  • Two to three full-time years of formal supervisory experience
  • Three to four full-time years of formal supervisory experience
  • Four or more full-time years of formal supervisory experience
13
Provide information about where you gained your supervisory experience, including the name and size of the organization, your role, the length of time in the position, and the number of people you supervised. If you indicated no supervisory experience, type "N/A" in the space below.
14
Which best describes your experience with supervising interns or volunteers?
  • No experience in this area
  • Less than one year of full-time experience supervising interns or volunteers
  • One to two years of full-time experience supervising interns or volunteers
  • Two to three years of full-time experience supervising interns or volunteers
  • Three or more years of full-time experience supervising interns or volunteers
15
Provide information about where you gained your experience supervising interns or volunteers, including the name and size of the organization, your role, the length of time in the position, and the number of people you supervised. If you indicated no such experience, type "N/A" in the space below.
16
Which of the following describe(s) examples of work activities you have performed? (Check all that apply)
  • I have participated in interviewing or other hiring activities.
  • I have provided feedback and guidance for the professional development of others.
  • I have helped ensure compliance with federal, state and local departmental laws, policies, procedures and regulations.
  • I have conducted case consultations to monitor service delivery and resolve problems.
  • I have planned, developed and/or presented informational or training sessions to staff.
  • None of the above
17
Provide information about when and where you gained the experience you indicated in the previous question. Include the name of the organization and your title. If you did not indicate performing any of the work listed, type "N/A" in the space below.
18
Which of the following best describes your total years of case management or direct social service experience?
  • Less than 6 years
  • At least 6 years but less than 7 years
  • At least 7 years but less than 8 years
  • At least 8 years but less than 9 years
  • At least 9 years but less than 10 years
  • 10 or more years
19
Provide a brief summary of where you obtained the experience you describe in the previous question. Include the name of the organization(s), your role/title, and the type of work you performed. If you did not indicate such experience, type "N/A" in the space below.
20
Part of the Ramsey County Advancing Racial Equity Policy states that Ramsey County aims to fully understand and appreciate the richness and diversity of who we are as a community, while recognizing the history of racial inequities. Which best describes you experience specific to advancing racial equity?
  • I have no experience with advancing racial equity.
  • I have less than 1 year experience in a professional or para-professional position with advancing racial equity.
  • I have less than 3 years experience in a professional or para-professional position with advancing racial equity.
  • I have more than 3 years experience in a professional or para-professional position with advancing racial equity.
21
Please provide information about where you gained your experience with advancing racial equity including the name and size of the organization, your role, the length of time in the position, and the number of people you supervised. If you indicated no such experience, type "N/A" in the space below.

Required Question

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