What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker position at ND Health and Human Services?
Aging Services - Home and Community Based Services - Remote/Rolla, ND - Social Worker
Sign on bonus of up to two (2) months' salary with commitment of 2 years of work.
The ND Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) Aging Services Division is seeking a Social Worker/Case Manager to assist individuals to be able to remain in their own home with supportive services. This position is a Telecommute position and will be assisting individuals in the Rolette, Tower, Ramsey, and Pierce Counties.
As our Social Worker/Case Manager, you will provide case management to elderly and physically disabled individuals under the Home and Community Based Services Program. You will perform assessments, develop, and implement individualized person-centered care plans, and provide monitoring and on-going case management. Additionally, you will make referrals to community partners and maintain records and documentation.
To thrive in this position, you must be proficient in use of a computer, as well as possess good time management and organizations skills. This position requires the ability to visit clients in their own homes or in facility settings and will involve travel to be able to conduct on-site assessments with clients.
To be considered for this position, you must have your licensure as a Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW) by the ND Board of Social Work Examiners; and one year of professional human services work experience as a social worker, human relations counselor, developmental disabilities case manager, mental illness case manager, vocational rehabilitation counselor, activity therapist, addiction counselor, registered nurse, employment counselor, or a similar professional level position in the public or private sector, or a Master's Degree in social worker and licensure as a Licensed Social Worker by the ND Board of Social Work Examiners.
If no applicants meet the above qualifications, consideration will be given to applicants who have passed their ND Social Work licensure exam and are awaiting their license number. Consideration will also be given to candidates who have their LBSW and less than one year of experience.
Location: ND HHS utilizes a blended workplace model. Depending on the role, employees may work from home, onsite or both. This position may work from home and travel to the areas of Rolette, Towner, Ramsey, and Pierce Counties.
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Application Procedures
Your resume should include information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. If the Department's Human Resource Division is unable to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications credit will not be given. All application material must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 pm.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Health & Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships.
This employer participates in E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: https://www.hhs.nd.gov/careers/e-verify
A copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview.
For more information about the position or if you need an accommodation, please contact Briana Ryba, bryba@nd.gov or #(701) 662-7050.
Employing Unit: ND HHS - Aging Services
Telephone Number: 701.328.2310
TTY Number: ND Relay Service 1-800-366-6888 (text); 1-800-366-6889 (voice)
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments, please contact recruiter@nd.gov or (701)328-3290.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.
