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NEOGOV · 1 day ago

Caseworker

320 W. 4th St. Sioux Falls, SD

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$32.16/hr - $35.45/hr

1+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Caseworker for the Minnehaha County Human Services department. This position provides comprehensive case management services to assist individuals with alcohol dependence transition from long-term homelessness to a safe, stable residential environment.

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Responsibilities

Conduct program screenings and intake assessments and provide direct case management services to program participants in individual and group settings, both office-based and community-based

Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized case service plans based on ongoing participant assessments, complete required annual case reviews. Provide crisis intervention and teach basic living skills as needed

Maintain accurate, timely, and professional documentation of all participant interactions, services provided, and progress toward goals

Participate in supervision, training, team meetings, and program development activities; coordinate and communicate effectively—both verbally and in writing—with partner agencies, care providers, and family members

Accompany and advocate on behalf of participants with care providers and community resources; assist participants in accessing essential services such as healthcare, dental care, Social Security benefits, and other public or community supports. Complete Minnehaha County applications for financial assistance as required

Provide community education through networking activities and public outreach efforts

Engage in community outreach and relationship-building to promote program services and support potential program participation

Qualification

Case managementSocial workCrisis interventionIndividualized service plansCommunity outreachProfessional boundariesTeam collaborationCommunication skillsOpenness to feedback

Required

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related human service field

One year of relevant experience

Must be age 21 at the time of hiring

Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a safe driving record

Preferred

Demonstrate grit and resilience when working in challenging situations

Maintain appropriate professional boundaries

Possess an openness to and a passion for learning new approaches

Receiving constructive feedback

Utilizing evidence-based practices

Participating in agency activities

Working collaboratively as part of a team to contribute to a work place philosophy that enhances staff's effectiveness, goal achievement, and high-quality customer service

Benefits

Paid holidays

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Generous PTO program

Extended sick leave program

Inclusion in the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS)

Deferred compensation

Coverage effective 1st of the month following 30 days of employment

Available for employees and dependents

Minnehaha County's health benefit plan offers low deductibles with two network options for coverage: Avera or Sanford

The county pays for 75% of the premium rates

Pharmacy benefits included

Minnehaha County offers dental insurance through Delta Dental which covers 100% of diagnostic and preventative services

Minnehaha County provides a $15,000 basic life insurance policy for every full-time employee along with and additional $15,000 accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) benefit

Employees receive a 6% match (8% for certified law enforcement)

Other SDRS benefits include long term disability

Employees are vested after 3 years of continuous employment

Employees may choose to save additional funds toward retirement on a pre-tax or after-tax (Roth IRA) basis through our supplemental retirement program

Paid Time Off- approximately 128 hours (16 days) per year

Holiday Leave- 11 days per calendar year

Extended Sick Leave- approximately 48 hours (6 days) per year

Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (FSA)- Minnehaha County offers FSA for Health Care and Dependent Care

Eye Med Insight Network- Minnehaha County offers a vision plan for employees and dependents