Social Worker - Disability Waiver Case Manager - Rule 185 DD

Supplemental

• The 2025 salary range for this position is $25.78 to $38.67 per hour depending on experience.
• Relevant previous experience will be taken into consideration.
• Our organization values pay equity, and hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical.
• To ensure full consideration, please submit application by 4:00 PM Friday, April 3, 2026.
• Applications received after this date will be reviewed only if the position remains open.
• First round of interviews will take place on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
• Communication updates will be send via email.
• This full-time position includes a comprehensive benefits package, which

Includes

• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation
• Regular work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
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Position Summary

The Social Worker – Disability Waiver Case Manager responsibilities include providing Case Management Services and related conditions, assisting individuals in gaining access to needed social, medical, educational and other supports and services.

Assist persons on a waiver to access needed waiver and State plan services, as well as needed medical, social, educational and other services, regardless of the funding source. Assure service planning and delivery are done through a person-centered approach. Assist in monitoring the delivery of services and provider compliance with quality assurance standards. Complete other functions to support agency operations.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this classification. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Position Duties

• Coordination and Evaluation of Services
• Development and Review of MnCHOICES Support Plan
• Administrative Case Management Activities
• Provide Rule 185 Developmental Disabilities Case Management Services

Non-Essential Functions

• Perform job related duties as assigned or apparent.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to make case management decisions.
• Knowledge of physical and mental disabilities and their effects on individual functioning.
• Knowledge of family dynamics; community resources
• Knowledge of social and economic problems
• Knowledge of and ability to adhere to social work methods, values, and principles.
• Knowledge of philosophy and trends in mental illness and mental health issues.
• Effective interviewing assessment, counseling, evaluation, and service coordination.
• Ability to foster and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to develop and coordinate resources.
• Ability to utilize the MMIS and SSIS systems required.
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with data privacy laws and compliance.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of interviewing and documenting.
• Knowledge of individual and group behavior.
• Knowledge of social casework objectives, principles, and methods.
• Knowledge of social-economic factors.
• Knowledge of family systems and dynamics.
• Working ability to work constructively within an agency in the community setting and in effectively utilizing appropriate resources and services.
• Ability to work constructively in the development and coordination of community resources.
• Ability to manage time productively.
• Ability to prioritize caseloads.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in social work, psychology, sociology or closely related field or
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in any field and one year of experience as a social worker in a public or private social services agency or
• A public health nurse or
• A registered nurse

Required Training During Orientation

• Training on Person Centered Thinking and Planning
• Mandated Reporter Training
• Annual Data Privacy, Security, Fraud and OSHA Training
• SSIS and MMIS Training
• Other trainings as related to position

Required Certifications/Licenses

• Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain such license and proof of insurance.

Preferred Certifications/Specialties

• Social Worker Licensure preferred
• Qualified Developmental Disability Professional (QDDP)

Relationships

• Individuals needing long term services and support and their families and/or legal guardians.
• Regular interaction with other County Social Workers, Public Health and Attorney office staff.
• Tier 2 and Tier 3 service providers, medical, psychiatric, psychological, legal, educational, vocational, rehabilitation and other professionals and resources.
• Department of Human Services staff.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No direction supervision of employees.

Working Conditions

• Work is mainly performed in an office setting but may also be in clients’ homes, residential facilities, and other county offices.
• Frequent travel may involve exposure to inclement weather conditions, unsanitary conditions in homes and unsafe environments.
• Direct service provision may require dealing with persons who are disoriented, hostile, aggressive, abusive or threatening.
• There may be hours worked outside of the normal business hours.
• Ability to work from home

Physical Requirements Of This Position

• Desk work involving use of a computer, telephone, and other devices.
• Communicate effectively to contacts listed under Internal/External Relationships above.
• Ability to read screens and documents.
• Ability to drive in various light and weather conditions.
• Ability to type and use a computer or mobile device.
• Office work may include reaching for documents, grasping documents, standing, walking, and repetitive motions.
• Lift and carry files and material weighing up to 25 pounds.

Equipment Required to Perform This Job

• Computers
• Telephones
• Mobile Devices
• Motor vehicle

Additional Notes

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