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Social Worker - Adult Mental Health (Hybrid)

Anoka County

Anoka, MN

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$74,214–$103,896 Per Hour
SKILLS
Affirmative Action, Case Management, Coaching, Communication Skills, Community Support, Customer Support/Service, Customer/Client Research, Diversity, Driver's License, Emergency Services, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Fast Food, File Maintenance, Genetics, Government, Healthcare, Leadership, Lift/Move 20 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Network Support, Office Equipment, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Protective Services, Psychiatry and Mental Health, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Social Work, Team Player, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Work From Home, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Anoka, MN
POSTED
12 days ago
### Job Duties Job Posting End Date: June 28, 2026 at 11:59pm CST Hiring range: $74,214 to $103,896 annually ($35.68 to $49.95 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County. Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year. In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 06/28/2026 in order to be considered. Position Description Anoka County Community Social Services and Behavioral Health is committed to meeting people's needs through quality services. We are seeking a Social Worker to join our Adult Mental Health team. This position provides case management services to adults with serious and persistent mental illness, including individuals under civil commitment for whom the county is mandated to provide support under federal and state requirements. The role focuses on coordinating access to mental health services and community resources that help individuals remain safely in their homes and communities. The Social Worker will manage a dedicated caseload and work closely with adults and their families to ensure their mental health needs are effectively addressed. Consider joining a team of professionals dedicated to providing services and support to those in need within the community and if your career ambitions resonate with our mission, we invite you to apply with Anoka County today! This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid position. Interviews will take place the week of July 6th, 2026, for those selected to move forward in the hiring process. Pay & Benefits Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 34: $74,214 to $103,896 annually ($35.68 to $49.95 per hour). 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays. Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at https://www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center. Pension plan and other retirement investment options. Advancement/professional development opportunities. Work Location This position will work at the Anoka County Government Center, located at 2100 3rd Ave, Anoka, MN 55303. This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work, with some days working remotely and some days working in the office. Expected work hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Job Duties and Responsibilities These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Social Worker. Maintain caseload comprised of adults with serious and persistent mental illness with severe emotional disorders. Integrates general knowledge of mental health and substance use disorder into the creation of person-centered service plans and optimal use of community resources. Support families as they strive to understand and meet the mental health needs of their adult family member. Evaluate and screen maltreatment reports to determine need for Emergency Protective Services. Identify people and communities in need of help. Evaluate clients (existing, new and prospective) based on their needs, limitations and desires. Assess clients' needs, situations, strengths, and support networks to determine their goals. Build rapport with clients and their families. Assist clients in receiving services by telephone and in person. Help clients adjust to changes and challenges in their lives. Monitor clients' situations and follow up to ensure that they have improved. Advocate or raise awareness with and on behalf of their clients. Timely completion of paperwork and case notes in SSIS, maintain electronic files in OnBase, as well as computer usage necessary for other work duties. Participate in individual and group clinical supervision in compliance with being an Adult Rule 79 Case Manager. Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group as assigned. Qualifications and Requirements: Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a closely related field. Two years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience working directly with adults with serious and persistent mental illness. In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Valid driver's license and vehicle available for business use. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed Master's degree or higher in Social Work or a closely related field. Three or more years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience working directly with adults with serious and persistent mental illness. Experience working within SSIS database. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Physical Demands and Work Conditions Standard office environment. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades, and brightness. Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds. Assignments are sedentary, occasionally alternating between sitting, standing, walking, crouching, and kneeling as required to perform job responsibilities. Frequent wrist and finger manipulation to complete computer work. Occasional lifting of 10-20 lbs. Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment. Regular travel in and out of Anoka County for client home and service site visits, require driving a personal vehicle. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Selection Process It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Pre-employment Requirements Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position. About Anoka County As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, Anoka County thrives because of the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. United by our mission- Commitment to Excellence: Through collaborative efforts, we seek to improve lives and serve with care, integrity, and professionalism- we offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences. Together, we work toward a single purpose of serving Anoka County's 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees here. Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Anoka County Human Resources Department at 763-324-4300 and reference the posting title and number. If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit: https://www.anokacountymn.gov/4411/Application-Process Anoka County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy: https://www.anokacounty.us/401/Diversity-EEO Apply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjY5MzY3LjEzNzk4QGFub2thY291bnR5Y29tcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20 ### Minimum Education Required Not Specified ### Minimum Experience Required Not Specified ### Shift Other ### Number of Openings 1 ### Compensation $74,214.00 - $103,896.00 / Hourly ### Postal Code 55303 ### Job Type Full Time ### Place of Work On-site ### Requisition ID 24255 ### Job Benefits See job description

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