Social Worker I

Job summary

Catholic Charities of St. Paul and Minneapolis is looking for caring, compassionate individuals to ensures older adults and individuals with disabilities live and thrive in the home of their choosing! You can make a difference in the quality of life of older adults and individuals with disabilities!

This position provides trauma-informed, culturally responsive support to individuals and families served through Catholic Charities programs. The Social Worker I works directly with assigned clients to develop service plans, complete intake and annual assessments, and connect clients with appropriate community partners, resources, and Catholic Charities services.

The ideal candidate is dedicated to client success and social justice, skilled in documentation and advocacy, and able to navigate complex systems with care and professionalism. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate case records, adhering to funder and regulatory requirements, and providing education to clients and the community about available services and challenges.

Essential functions

• 1.
• Provides initial and annual assessments, education, and case management services to a complex, often long-term group of assigned clients, which includes in-home visits.
• 2.
• Prepares, evaluates, and maintains a service plan to meet the needs of the client including both Catholic Charities programs and other available community resources.
• 3.
• Supports and advocates on behalf of clients in the procurement of services and benefits entitlement, assisting with required paperwork as necessary.
• 4.
• Consults, cooperates, and educates community systems to facilitate linkage, referral, crisis management and follow up, focusing on attaining goals.
• 5.
• Maintains complete case documentation and records, as required by Catholic Charities, the funders, or licensure/regulatory bodies.
• 6.
• Coordinates with the supervisor on all aspects of client care and seeks appropriate guidance and feedback from other team members.
• 7.
• Utilizes behavior management, trauma-informed, person-centered, and solution-focused techniques to facilitate personal growth and minimize crisis.
• 8.
• May facilitate group or individual meetings to provide education, teach critical skills, and/or provide support for program participants.
• 9.
• Mentors other individuals within program.
• 10.
• May transport clients dependent on program guidelines and needs.
• 11.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications/Expertise

• Current Social Work licensure approved by the State of Minnesota required (e.g. LSW, LGSW).
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, or related field preferred.
• Or a bachelor’s degree with a major in any field and at least one (1) year of experience as a social worker/case manager/care coordinator in a public or private social services agency.
• Pass DHS background check and meet their requirements for the provision of case management by meeting the social work standards under the MN Merit System.
• Additional training, education, or licensure may be required per program need.
• Ability to work with diverse and/or low-income populations, including those who may be experiencing homelessness, unstable housing, and/or mental illness required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and proof of current insurance coverage

Job Classification: Regular; Full-Time; Salary; Exempt

Physical requirements

CPR

Yes

Driving

Yes: Operating specialized machinery (additional assessment may be required)

No: Walking or standing > 2 hours/shift

No: Lifting up to 25lbs without assistance

Yes: Lifting up to 50lbs without assistance

No: Physically restraining clients

No

Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Description

Updated: 6/18/2024.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all functions that are required of the employee for this job.