Ward County Human Service Zone

Minot, ND

Summary of Work

Ward County Human Service Zone Child Welfare/Family Services Department serves to ensure the safety, permanency and well being of children and families in our community.

Ward County Human Service Zone is seeking 4 In-Home/Foster Care Case Managers for the Child Welfare/Family Services Department.

As an In Home/ Foster Care Case Manager, you will utilize the Wrap Around Case Management services and Safety Framework Practice Model for children and families when neglect or abuse has occurred, in order to prevent future maltreatment or foster care placement.

Ward County Human Service Zone works to protect children and families by providing services and advocacy while promoting family stability, respecting diversity and working to create and strengthen connections to community resources. We work to prevent abuse by providing education, resources and support to parents, families and community organizations. Ward County Human Service Zone is seeking committed, passionate In Home/Foster Care Case Managers to serve our Child Welfare Services clients.

As an In Home/Foster Care Case Manager, you will perform case management activities involving complex problems/cases, assess individual and family needs, develop appropriate services and/or treatment plans to reduce the identified risk of child abuse and neglect, conduct case planning meetings, develop case plans and goals and monitor client progress towards goals; complete legal obligations relevant to case management including face to face contact with children and families. Case managers will also complete affidavits, testify at court proceedings and ensure timely documentation in accordance with Federal and State regulations and local policy.

This position maintains responsibilities of a highly complex and sensitive nature and requires a high degree of knowledge, skills and passion in child welfare. Work activities involve decision making within parameters of approved policies and procedures, thorough, accurate and timely responses. This position also requires coordination with local service providers, law enforcement and legal entities as well as emergency response planning. This position requires some after hours non-traditional working hours including on-call scheduling and response.

Frequent travel throughout Ward County is required.

To succeed in this position you should have a passion for serving others and a desire to make a positive impact. You should be highly organized, able to manage your time and prioritize effectively and have demonstrated an ability to communicate with diverse populations. You will need to have a strong understanding of program policies and laws. You will also need to be comfortable working with all types of software and database applications with a willingness to learn new technology programs and have attention to detail.

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered for this position you must have a bachelor's degree in one of the following areas: social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, education, human services, child development and family science, behavioral health or criminal just PLUS one of the following:

Family Services Specialist III (SC7005)

• Two years of professional work experience as a social worker, child protective service worker or professional case manager. A Master's Degree may substitute for one year of the work experience requirement.

Family Services Specialist II (SC7004)

• One year of professional work experience as a social worker, child protective service worker or professional case manager or a Master's Degree in one of the above areas.

Family Services Specialist I (SC7004)

• No experience required.

The successful applicant must pass a standard background, motor vehicle and criminal record check. Must complete Child Welfare certification,

Individuals may be required to work some non-traditional hours. Because this position requires some transportation of clients, a valid ND Driver's License is required and the employee must have their own automobile and adequate insurance.

About Team ND

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Application Procedures

Your resume should include information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. If the Department's Human Resource Division is unable to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications, credit will not be given.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Health & Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships.

All application material must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 pm.

A copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview.

For more information about the position or if you need an accommodation, please contact Karen Schultz at klschultz @nd.gov or at 701.857.0701 or to request a copy of the job description for this position.

Employing Unit: Ward County Human Service Zone

TTY Number: ND Relay Service 1-800-366-6888 (text); 1-800-366-6889 (voice)

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments, please contact recruiter@nd.gov or (701)328-3290.

Agency Specific

Working for Ward County Human Service Zone:

Ward County Human Service Zone partners with the Department of Health and Human Services and Ward County to deliver state-driven child welfare safety and program protocols and provides employees with the excellent benefits and employment packages offered by Ward County.

Ward County Human Service Zone team members are offered robust medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage as well as an excellent retirement package through NDPERS.

Employees enjoy 10 paid holidays per year as well as earning both annual leave and sick leave days.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.