Job Description
Why Join Our Team
The Minnehaha County Human Services department invites applicants to apply for the Caseworker - Safe Home position. Safe Home is a permanent supportive housing program that utilizes the evidence-based model of Housing First to provide dignified, safe, affordable housing to individuals experiencing long-term homelessness and alcohol dependence. The program is predicated on the philosophy that having a safe place to live should come first rather than mandating sobriety to obtain shelter. The program strives to increase the physical safety and well-being of residents by utilizing community resources more effectively to promote reductions in jail days, detoxification center admissions and hospitalizations.
This position provides comprehensive case management services to assist individuals with alcohol dependence transition from long term homelessness to a safe, stable residential environment. This position will also be responsible for providing follow up/collateral services, liaison services, and other assistance deemed necessary for the success of clients and program.
A comprehensive benefits package consists of paid holidays; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous PTO program; extended sick leave program; inclusion in the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS); and a deferred compensation.
Please include a cover letter and resume with your online application.
Keywords: case management; human services; social work
How You Will Make an Impact
- Perform program screening/intake assessments. Provide direct service to program participants by providing case management services on an individual and/or group basis, both in office and community based.
- Develop individualized case service plans for each program participant with ongoing assessment and revisions made to address the program participant’s needs. Complete annual case reviews. Provide crisis intervention as needed. Teach basic living skills as needed.
- Complete and maintain accurate, thorough, professional documentation of all progress and interactions with program participants.
- Attend and participate in supervision, trainings, and team meetings. Participate in program development. Coordinate verbally and in written format with other agencies, care providers, and family members.
- Accompany and advocate for participant’s needs with care providers/community resources. Assist participants with obtaining needed community services such as health care, dental care, Social Security benefits, etc. Complete Minnehaha County process for applications for financial assistance.
- Provide community education through networking as well as public.
- Participate in community outreach and engagement for potential program participation.
What You Need to Succeed in this Role
Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or related human service field. Must be age 21 at the time of hiring. Comparable combination of education and experience may be considered. Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a safe driving record. Willingness to participate in the agency, demonstrate team participation and a work place philosophy that enriches staff’s ability to reach goals and provide a high level of customer service.
EEO Statement
Minnehaha County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sex or gender including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran’s status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting Human Resources at (605) 367-4337.