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Do you have a desire to better the lives of the children of Sherburne County? Join our professional team of Social Workers in the Child Welfare unit of Sherburne County Human Services! This position will carry a dual caseload of Child Protection Case Management and Adoption. Child Protection case managers aim to assist families in mitigating risk factors and protecting children from child abuse, neglect, and exploitation. They work with families and systems to address needs and build off strengths and protective factors to help them overcome barriers. They participate in creating safety plans and case plans with families that promote child and family safety, stability, permanency, and well-being. Case managers respect confidentiality, support and monitor progress of goals and objectives, and make recommendations about what is in the best interests of children. County adoption workers provide direct services to children in need of permanency. They assess the unique needs of children and appropriateness of identified caregivers interested in adopting and engage in recruitment for child wards. They provide case management and services to children and pre-adoptive families and make diligent efforts to assist them in reaching finalization. Adoption workers often act as a liaison between biological and adoptive families and provide post adoption resources as needed. Vision: We strive toward healthy families, communities, and workforce by valuing every voice, every need, every culture, and everyone s involvement. Mission: To promote, protect, and enhance the health of all in Sherburne County. This position is located at the Government Center in Elk River, MN. Our regular business hours are Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm, though the department provides staff with flexibility in effort to strive for a desired work/life balance. Sherburne County is one of the fastest growing counties in Minnesota, where you can find a nice blend of suburban and rural life. If you are interested in bringing your skill and talent to a dynamic department in a growing community, we encourage you to apply for this great opportunity. Learn more about our workplace culture and a brief overview of our employee benefits. As a thriving organization fueled by people passionate about serving our community, Sherburne County strives to support and engage employees through investments in competitive compensation and equitable benefits; a culture that promotes physical and emotional wellbeing; opportunities for professional growth and a sense of honor and purpose. Essential Duties and Responsibilities To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position. These duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Regular attendance according to the position s management approved work schedule is required for all positions. Effectively engage individuals and families to assess and evaluate needs and strengths, including safety and risk. Collaborate with agencies and clients to determine eligibility, need, and level of service for identified clients. Construct and implement case plans, which includes necessary assessments, defines goals and objectives, and provides for the direction of service. Evaluate, document, and monitor progress toward goals and objectives. Coordinate and provide direct services and advocacy to clients and families. Facilitate access to and integrate community resources on behalf of the client. Maintain and apply knowledge of relevant policies, procedures, and statutes and professional practice. Complete agency, sta e, and federal required documentation as related to client activity according to mandated timelines. Close cases based on eligibility or client desire to discontinue services. Provide immediate response in crisis situations. Maintain safety for clients and community. Develop and implement a safety plan for clients to maximize their safety and minimize community risk. Prepares legal documents and testifies at court, as necessary. Completion and coordination of Northstar Adoption Assistance. Utilize the MAPCY for assessment and reassessment of Northstar Adoption Assistance. Engage in, and collaborate with other agencies, for recruitment when necessary to locate and secure appropriate and fitting permanent families for child wards. Complete all necessary documentation and submission appropriately as needed for finalization. Provide adoption searches for birth parents, adoptive parents. and adults adopted through the county. Be a liaison between birth families and adoptees and adoptive families as necessary and appropriate. Provide supportive resources for adopted and adoptive families regarding adoption related issues. Meet all Agency standards for time reporting and TCM documentation. Other duties as assigned.