Minnesota Merit System

JOB The following county has a vacancy: Lake of the Woods Social Services has a full-time (40) hours a week opening for a Child Support Officer. Merit System Job Summary: Under general supervision, performs paralegal functions related to the establishment and enforcement of child support orders for public assistance and non-public assistance clients; locates absent parents; interviews mothers and alleged fathers to establish paternity, explains rights and obligations and negotiates settlements; initiates necessary legal actions; works closely with the county attorney, judges, court administrators, child support magistrates, local attorneys, income maintenance and social service staff, employers, and a variety of other resource personnel; testifies in court proceedings; and maintains all necessary and legal documentation. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Interviews mother and alleged father in paternity cases to explain related laws, responsibilities and rights and to secure...

Classification Summary Chisago County Health and Human Services, North Branch, MN, has a full-time (40 hours per week) County Agency Social Worker - MnCHOICES Assessor vacancy. The MnCHOICES Assessor is responsible for conducting person-centered assessments to determine eligibility for long-term services and support under Minnesota’s MnCHOICES Assessment Program. The position ensures compliance with state and federal guidelines and works collaboratively with individuals, families, and community partners to develop care plans that promote independence, health, and well-being. Mission Statement: Intentionally honoring history, building community and welcoming future. Vision Statement: Chisago County is the place to grow and develop for all generations. Chisago County MN is a robust area to live, work, and play with small town ideals, natural beauty, and rich heritage that shapes the culture less than an hour from the Twin Cities. It is a unique destination...

Classification Summary Chisago County Health and Human Services, Center City, MN, has a full-time (40 hours per week) County Agency Social Worker - Child Protection vacancy. This position performs difficult work scheduling and conducting assessments of client needs, conducting home visits and relative searches, guiding clients through offered services and providing referrals, coordinating and planning services, testifying in court and providing documentation, providing case consultation, completing required reports, and related work. Work is performed under the limited supervision of Social Services Supervisor. The Center for Advanced Studies in Child Welfare (CASCW) partnered with the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) and the Minnesota Association for County Social Services Administrators (MACSSA) to develop the Minnesota Realistic Job Preview for Child Protection (Linked) Child Protection Services job description video Mission Statement:...

JOB Chisago County Health and Human Services has a vacancy for a full-time Social Services Supervisor - Aging and Disability Supervisor position.Performs difficult work supervising and coordinating program operations for the Aging and Disabilities Division, delegating staff work assignments, training staff on processes and procedures, monitoring operations to ensure compliance with laws and regulations, providing guidance and consultation to employees, monitoring the department budget, completing required reports, and related work. Work is performed under the general direction of the Aging and Disabilities Division Manager.Mission Statement: Intentionally honoring history, building community and welcoming future.Vision Statement: Chisago County is the place to grow and develop for all generations.Chisago County MN is a robust area to live, work, and play with small town ideals, natural beauty, and rich heritage that shapes the culture less than an hour from the Twin Cities. It is...