CASE AIDE-ADULT PROTECTION

Position Summary

The Case Aide performs a variety of tasks related to the rendering of appropriate paraprofessional social services and related work as assigned. Work is performed under the day-to-day direction of social workers and oversight of a social service supervisor.

Supplemental:

• 2025 Salary Range for this position is $18.39 - $27.59/hour
• To ensure full consideration, please submit your application by February 7, 2025. Applications received after this date will be reviewed only if the position remains open
• This is a trainable position with training provided, which must be successfully completed and maintained
• This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and life insurance, as well as paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation.
• Regular work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
• 2025 Benefits Click HERE

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

Duties listed are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all- inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Position Duties

• Review case records for completion of required agency forms (case file reviews)
• Complete, manage and update approval option providers/process.
• Complete intake daily as assigned, take MnCHOICES referrals and other intake calls, explain intake process to Provide data privacy form and inform clients of the right to appeal and of other rights as needed.
• Make appropriate referrals to the other HHS units and/or other community
• Contact community resources as needed and
• Perform clerical/technical functions as assigned and related to social services team.
• Perform statistical operations relevant to social service program
• Assist the team in processing purchase of service contracts, SSIS services agreements and voucher and MMIS entry.
• Compose correspondence and construct reports as
• Assist social workers/case managers with administrative activities related to waiver case management services.

Non-Essential Functions

• Perform job related duties as assigned or apparent.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of interviewing techniques and skills in conducting interviews/intake
• Knowledge of human behavior and ability to relate to individuals in an appropriate manner.
• Knowledge of agency programs, operations, policies, and procedures
• Knowledge of available community
• Knowledge of basic mathematics
• Ability to organize and prioritize
• Ability to process detailed information accurately and rapidly.
• Ability to use sound judgment in decision-making, use functional reasoning/apply rational judgment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and work successfully in a team.
• Ability to establish and maintain accurate and systematic
• Ability to communicate effectively and good public relations

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Three (3) years of successful clerical experience and/or experience working with the public, or the
• Or two (2) years of successful clerical experience in a social service/human services agency;
• Or two (2) years of experience as a community service aide or similar experience in a private non- profit agency or other public agency;
• Or two (2) years of study at an accredited two (2) or four (4) year college/university or similar institution, with emphasis in the behavioral sciences (at least 23 quarter credits or 16 semester credits)

Required Certifications/Licenses

• Valid Minnesota driver’s license with proof of

Relationships

• Regular interaction with County

Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily in a standard office
• Work may involve contacts with emotionally disturbed or hostile

Physical Requirements Of This Position

• Desk work involving use of a computer, telephone, and other
• Communicate effectively with County staff, and
• Ability to read screens and
• Office work may include reaching for documents, grasping documents, standing, walking, and repetitive motions.
• Lift and carry files and material weighing up to 25

Equipment Required to Perform This Job

• Computers
• Telephones
• Mobile devices
• Standard office equipment

Additional Notes

• All positions at McLeod County are subject to a background check. This may include, but is not limited to, the following checks: criminal history, credit, driver’s license, pre-employment physical assessment, pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and psychological testing.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)