Temporary Social Worker - Adult Protection

Temporary Social Worker - Adult Protection

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Temporary Social Worker - Adult Protection

Salary

$35.00 Hourly

Location

Waconia Adult Care Center, MN

Job Type

Temporary (has a specific end date)

Job Number

03156

Division

Health & Human Services

Department

Home & Community Based-Senior Services Adult Protection

Opening Date

08/26/2026

Closing Date

9/4/2026 4:30 PM Central

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of Home and Community Based Care Supervisor, this Social Worker is assigned to the Adult Protection team. Adult Protection responsibilities include report review, screening, and case assessment, as well as cases of Guardianship/Conservatorship. Assessment of Maltreatment may include, and is not limited to, risk assessment, interventions, service and safety planning, providing education, team collaboration, and more as a service response. This position has a high level of complexity and also requires a high quality of consistent critical thinking and decision-making skills, excellent communication skills, and a high level of customer service. It is expected that the worker clearly informs clients of service options, assist in accessing services, provide service coordination, and frequently evaluate and monitor services throughout the duration of the case.

This position may be safety-sensitive, depending on assigned duties and responsibilities.

Work hours and days are flexible. This role is primarily onsite in Waconia, with opportunities for remote work as proficiency is demonstrated. This position is temporary and will end by 12/31/2026.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs client screening and intake functions and activities for the division or program area.

• Performs and conducts a variety of activities, tasks and functions associated with treatment planning, evaluation and assessment.

• Implements and provides professional social/human services to clients, their families and/or the community.

• Implements and performs all case management requirements, documentations and monitoring required to meet mandates, to document services, and to meet the needs of clients.

• Performs a variety of community relations, public relations and outreach services in assigned program areas.

• Collaborates with other professionals, providers, therapists, health professionals, internal departments, law enforcement, community or governmental agencies in coordinating resources and in meeting the needs of clients.

• Links clients to services and connects families to resources; may provide assistance in a crisis situation as needed.

• Performs other comparable duties of a like or similar nature as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• BA or BS in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or related area or will have degree by 9/1/2026.

• Minimum of 2 years previous experience in human/social services.

• Requires a valid MN driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

• Must successfully complete and maintain eligibility to provide direct care to clients in accordance with Minnesota Statutes §245C.03.

SCORED EXAMINATION PROCESS

All applications will be screened for minimum qualifications, scored and ranked. The highest ranked candidates meeting minimum qualifications will be recommended for the scored oral examinations (interviews). Final selection for the position will include successful completion of written exercise, oral interview(s), reference checks, and background investigation, including 604 verification and MNDHS NETStudy 2.0 background.

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01

Do you have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work, psychology, nursing, or related field?

• Yes

• No

02

Do you have at least two years of experience working in a Human / Social Services Agency?

• Yes

• No

03

Do you have a valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility?

• Yes

• No

04

In which area is your Bachelor's or Master's degree?

• Social Work

• Nursing

• Psychology

• Related field

• I do not have a Bachelor's or Master's degree

05

Do you have a Master's Degree?

• Yes

• No

06

Are you a Licensed Social Worker? If yes, please attach a copy of your license to your application.

• Yes

• No

07

How many years of experience do you have working in a County Social Services Agency?

• None/less than one year

• One year to less than two years

• Two years to less than five years

• Five years or more

08

How many years of experience do you have working in an Adult Protection Capacity at the county or state level?

• None

• Less than one year to less than two years

• Two years to less than five years

• Five years or more

09

How many years of case management experience do you have working for a private agency contracted by a county social service agency?

• None

• Less than two years

• Two years to less than four years

• Four years or more

10

Please indicate the areas below in which you have work experience. Select all that apply, and ensure the work history portion of your application supports your answer.

• Case Management for vulnerable adults

• Using SSIS

• Working with homeless people to find housing

• Completing Medical Assistance applications

• Conducting investigations

• Experience in Adult Protection Intake/Screening

• Using Structured Decision Making tools

• Writing Support Plans

• Using Strengths and Needs Assessment tools

• Using person-centered approaches

• Developing and writing safety plans

• I have none of the above experience

11

Do you have experience going to court seeking contracted Guardianship or Conservatorship for a person?

• No

• Yes, 1-2 times

• Yes, 3-5 times

• Yes, 5+ times

Required Question

Employer

Carver County

Address

600 East 4th Street

Chaska, Minnesota, 55318

Phone

952-361-1525

Website

https://www.carvercountymn.gov

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