Social Worker I

Role Overview

• Provides initial and annual assessments, education, and case management services to a complex, often long-term group of assigned clients, which includes in-home visits.
• Prepares, evaluates, and maintains a service plan to meet the needs of the client including both Catholic Charities programs and other available community resources.
• Supports and advocates on behalf of clients in the procurement of services and benefits entitlement, assisting with required paperwork as necessary.
• Consults, cooperates, and educates community systems to facilitate linkage, referral, crisis management and follow up, focusing on attaining goals.
• Maintains complete case documentation and records, as required by Catholic Charities, the funders, or licensure/regulatory bodies.
• Coordinates with the supervisor on all aspects of client care and seeks appropriate guidance and feedback from other team members.
• Utilizes behavior management, trauma-informed, person-centered, and solution-focused techniques to facilitate personal growth and minimize crisis.
• May facilitate group or individual meetings to provide education, teach critical skills, and/or provide support for program participants.
• Mentors other individuals within program.
• May transport clients dependent on program guidelines and needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current Social Work licensure approved by the State of Minnesota required (e.g. LSW, LGSW).
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, or related field preferred.
• A bachelor’s degree with a major in any field and at least one (1) year of experience as a social worker/case manager/care coordinator in a public or private social services agency.
• Pass DHS background check and meet their requirements for the provision of case management by meeting the social work standards under the MN Merit System.
• Ability to work with diverse and/or low-income populations, including those who may be experiencing homelessness, unstable housing, and/or mental illness required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and proof of current insurance coverage.

Benefits

• Join a mission-driven organization that pairs compassion with accountability and hope with action.
• Supportive team dedicated to creating opportunity and advocating for justice.
• Invest in employees through training, mentorship, and opportunities for professional growth.