In Home and Foster Care Case Manager

This position (53-38-5691) serves as a Foster Care and In-Home Services Case Manager within the Children and Family Services work unit. The primary responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to placement of children, case planning, referral to services, documentation, arranging and monitoring visitation, developing affidavits and attending court hearings and coordination of services to families. This position will cover cases in Burke and Renville Counties with some case coverage in Divide County. This position will cover on call for after-hours emergencies for Divide, Burke and Renville counties on a rotation with the other child welfare staff located in these three counties. Individuals may be required to work non-traditional work hours and be available for consultation to families. The ability to visit clients in the clients' home using their own transportation is required.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human services, human resource development (human service track), education, child development and family science or criminal justice, and two years of professional human services work experience as a social worker, child protective service worker, or professional case manager. A Master's degree in one of the areas above may substitute for one year of the work experience requirement. If no qualified applicants are found, we will consider filling as a Family Services Specialist II (SC 7004). Minimum qualifications: Requires a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human services, human resource development (human service track), education, child development and family science or criminal justice, and one year of professional human services work experience as a social worker, child protective service worker, or professional case manager; or a Master's degree in one of the areas above.If no qualified applicants are found, we will consider filling as a Family Services Specialist I (SC 7004). Minimum qualifications: Requires a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human services, human resource development (human service track), education, child development and family science or criminal justice.Must possess a valid driver's license and proof of insurance. The ability to visit persons in their own homes using own transportation is required for this position. Must complete Child Welfare Certification.

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.If invited for interview, please be prepared to share at least two work samples.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 Holly Snellings, Director at hosnellings@nd.gov or at 701.774.6300.Employing Unit: North Star Human Service Zone - Williams County Unit Phone Number: 701.774.6300TTY 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

Benefits:North Star Human Service Zone offers a full range of employee benefits including a fully paid family health/dental/vision plan, life insurance, retirement, paid leave and a student loan repayment program.

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. Sect. 23-12-10.