Salary: See Position Description
Location : West St. Paul, MN
Job Type: Part-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 32230I.23.001
Department: Social Services
Division: 30 CSS
Opening Date: 06/09/2023
Closing Date: 6/26/2023 4:30 PM Central
General Description
POSTING TYPE: Open Competitive
DEPARTMENT: Social Services
HOURS: Part-time, 32 hours per week (0.8 FTE), benefit eligible
PREFERRED HIRING RANGE: $31.37 – $35.29/hourly (108 Salary Grade)
SALARY RANGE: $31.37 – $49.02/hourly
LOCATION: Hybrid; remote and in-person at the Northern Service Center, West St. Paul
UNION: AFSCME 306
CLOSE DATE: 4:30 p.m. on 6/26/2023
Come join us at Dakota County and “Be more”. Dakota County employs nearly 2,000 skilled individuals whose talents and contributions makes Dakota County a premier place to live and work. The work County government does is unique. Dakota County offers important careers – the kind of careers that make a difference in people’s lives.
Dakota County welcomes and is inclusive of diverse people, backgrounds, and perspectives. The County aims to reflect the community and clients it serves and fosters an equitable and respectful working environment where everyone is empowered to be their authentic selves.
At Dakota County, Public Health Nurses work 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday- no weekends! We offer flexibility with your time off requests, reimbursement for mileage traveled for work, free continuing education, and free parking!
This specific Community Living Specialist – Public Health Nurse performs functions related to eligibility, assessments and/or case management for persons who have a disability and receive home and community based services, or are at risk for placement in a nursing/hospital/intermediate care facility.
This position is for a MnCHOICES Certified Assessor. This individual will perform functions related to eligibility for Individuals with disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, and/or aging, using the MnCHOICES tool.
Primarily this position will work with populations:
Under 65: Individuals under age 65 who have a disability and providing supports through the Community Access for Disability Inclusion (CADI), Community Alternative Care (CAC), and Brain Injury (BI) waivers.
There may be some overlap working with populations:
Over 65: Individuals age 65 and older and providing supports through the Elderly Waiver or Alternative Care programs.
Developmental Disabilities: Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and providing supports through the Developmental Disability (DD) waiver and other programs.
Minimum Qualifications
NEED TO HAVE:
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing;
AND
• One year full-time professional experience or two years full-time para-professional experience in field of study;
AND
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in Minnesota;
• Registration as a Public Health Nurse in Minnesota;
• Required license(s): Valid Driver’s license
NICE TO HAVE:
• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Prior professional experience in home or community-based settings.
Duties & Responsibilities
These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the position’s management approved work schedule is required for all positions.
1. Effectively engages individuals/families to assess needs, strengths, family dynamics to evaluate level of safety and/or risk.
2. Engages virtually or in-person, with individuals with disabilities or functional limitations, initially and/or within scope of eligibility determination.
3. Identifies Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) and additional supports/services which may benefit persons being served, provides information and/or referrals to other Community Services departments or community agencies, and collaborates effectively with all stakeholders.
4. Develops and implements an individual community support and service plan per relevant policies, procedures, statutes, and professional practice using person-centered planning.
5. Completes federal, state, and agency required documentation for all persons assessed and upon transfer/closure of services.
6. Assesses and monitors persons being served for progress toward goals through required contacts, service plan adjustments and coordination of services with various service providers.
7. Responds effectively in crises situations. Provides coordination of crisis management, develops and implements a safety plan for persons served to maximize safety and minimize community risk.
8. Engages and collaborates with medical/behavioral health providers law enforcement, court, child and adult protection,
9. Attends regular and periodic meetings and trainings consistent with the role and participates on work teams as requested.
10. Other duties as assigned such as supporting community emergency response functions per county emergency response plan.
11. Demonstrates a commitment to support cultural diversity County wide, actively supports the County’s inclusion, diversity and equity initiatives, and works to address the needs of diverse and underserved communities.
Essential Functions: 1-11
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and Work Environment
• Knowledge of human development, mental health, and co-morbidity, cultural influences, family dynamics/systems and counseling/education concepts.
cultural influences, family dynamics/systems and counseling/education concepts.
• Knowledge of complex service systems ranging from health care delivery system, medical insurance, and home and community based services.
• Knowledge of medical diagnosis, medications, and basic medical terminology.
• Knowledge of community resources and funding sources.
• Knowledge of statutes, rules, policies, and professional practices pertaining to specific discipline.
• Able to effectively use, learn and integrate various software applications/programs into practice.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize responsibilities
• Ability to gather information and solve problems effectively.
• Ability to engage with, listen to, and interact with persons (being served and co-workers) effectively.
• Demonstrates an understanding of and respect for the diversity of customers, co-workers, and supervisors, including individuals with a disability or whose first language may be other than English.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a County office building and on visits to client’s homes. Travel is required. Lifting requirement of up to 20 pounds on an occasional basis. Exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as environmental conditions of unsanitary homes and property, unsafe neighborhoods, challenging and potentially violent and unpredictable clients and family members, pets, and animals; Exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents and vibration; atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases and poor ventilation; hazardous materials such as chemicals, blood, and other body fluids; inadequate lighting; work space restricting movement; and intense noise may occur on visits to client’s homes.
SELECTION PROCESS: The examination/selection process for this classification will consist of a rating of your training and experience from the application materials submitted. The top scoring candidates will be forwarded to the hiring department for further consideration.
Qualified candidates must pass a criminal history background check and may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test.
Dakota County Employee Relations
www.co.dakota.mn.us
Main Number 651.438.4435 (contact 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday)
Fax 651.438.8178
Visit our Benefits site for more information.
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Applicants for this recruitment will be rated based on their answers to the supplemental questions listed below and application materials. It is IMPERATIVE that information provided on the application and resume are detailed and clearly outline your work experience & skills. They must also support and/or match answers to the supplemental questions.Please initial the box below to CONFIRM that the information provided is accurate and true to the best of your knowledge. Falsification may result in disqualification from consideration for this and subsequent recruitments with Dakota County for up to three years.
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Check all that apply:
- I have a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
- I have a Master’s degree in a related field
- I have one year full-time professional experience in my field of study
- I have two years full-time paraprofessional experience in my field of study
- I am a current licensed Registered Nurse in Minnesota
- I am registered as a Public Health Nurse in Minnesota
- I have experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- I have a valid Driver’s license
- None of the above
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If you have a Master’s Degree in a related field, please specify the field of study. If you do not have a Master’s degree, indicate “NONE”.
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List your PHN license number. If you are not licensed, indicate “NONE”.
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List your RN license number. If you are not licensed, indicate “NONE”.
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How many years of experience do you have working as a professional in a human services or health acre setting? Professionals: Occupations in which workers have a recognized degree or formal training and have the authority to solve or resolve problems with autonomy in their area of expertise.
- Less than 1 year
- More than 1 year
- No experience
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Describe your experience working as a professional in a human services or health care setting. List the organization you worked for, dates of employment and duties performed. If you have no experience, indicate “NONE”.
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How many years of full time paraprofessional experience do you have working in a human service agency or health care setting? Paraprofessionals: Occupations in which workers perform some of the duties of a professional or technician in a supportive role, which usually require less formal training and/or experience normally required for a professional status.
- Less than 2 years
- More than 2 years
- No experience
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Describe your paraprofessional experience working in a human services agency or health care setting. List the organization you worked for, dates of employment and duties performed. If you have no experience, indicate “NONE”.
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How many years of experience do you have working with interdisciplinary teams or other human service programs (protective services, children or adult mental health, assessment/case management for older adults or individuals with disabilities, public health, or other services)?
- Less than 1 year
- 1 – 2 years
- 3 – 5 years
- 5 + years
- None
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Describe your experience working with interdisciplinary teams or other human service programs (protective services, children or adult mental health, assessment/case management for older adults or individuals with disabilities, public health, or other services). If you have no experience, indicate “NONE”.
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How many years of experience do you have working with individuals with developmental disabilities?
- Less than 1 year
- 1 – 2 years
- 3 – 5 years
- 5 + years
- None
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Describe your experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. List the agency you worked for, dates of employment and duties performed. If you have no experience, indicate “NONE”.
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Do you have experience with MnCHOICES Assessments ?
- Less than 1 year
- 1 – 2 years
- 3 – 5 years
- 5+ years
- None
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Describe your MnCHOICES Assessment work experience. If you have no experience, indicate “NONE”.
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Do you have any other professional licensure, certification, or registration that relates to working with individuals with disabilities?
- Yes
- No
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Describe any other professional licensure, certification or registration that relates to working with individuals with disabilities. If you have no experience, indicate “NONE”.
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How many years of experience do you have working (including direct supervision) with any one of the following key target groups: children, people with mental illness, chemical dependency, persons with physical/medical/cognitive/behavioral disabilities?
- Less than 1 year
- 1 – 2 years
- 3 – 5 years
- 5 + years
- None
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Describe your experience working (including direct supervision) with any one of the following key target groups including: children, people with mental illness, chemical dependency, persons with physical/medical/cognitive/behavioral disabilities. If you have no experience, indicate “NONE”.
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How many years of experience do you have working with individuals eligible for the Community Access for Disability Inclusion (CADI), Brain Injury (BI), Community Alternative Care (CAC), or Developmental Disabilities (DD) waiver?
- Less than 1 year
- 1-2 years
- 3-5 years
- 5 + years
- No experience
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Explain your experience working with individuals eligible for the Community Access for Disability Inclusion (CADI), Brain Injury (BI), Community Alternative Care (CAC), or Developmental Disability (DD) waiver. If you have no experience, indicate “NONE”.
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How many years of experience do you have coordinating/providing services to support children with disabilities?
- Less than 6 months
- 6 months – 2 years
- 2 – 4 years
- 5 or more years
- None
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Please describe your experience coordinating/providing services to support children with disabilities?
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Describe how your background and experiences will help Dakota County’s goal of promoting inclusion, diversity, and equity in all we do.
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How many years of experience (work, school, community, cultural experiences, etc.) do you have engaging with underrepresented communities (people of color, lower social-economic levels, etc.)?
- Less than 1 year
- 1-2 years
- 3-5 years
- More than 5 years
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If selected for this position, what would be your minimum acceptable salary?
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Your response to this question will help Dakota County evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment sources for this specific position. You may have been asked this question in the Agency Wide Questions but we would ask you to please complete this question here as well. Please select the one source that most closely describes how you first learned about this opportunity.
- Dakota County Website
- Job Interest e-mails from Dakota County
- Careerbuilder
- College Website, Instructor, Career Services
- JobsInMinneapolis/StPaul
- League of Minnesota Cities
- MN Association of Counties
- Minnesota Council of Non-Profits
- Minnesota Works Website
- Monster
- InDeed
- Social Media (LinkedIn, Mad Mimi)
- Job Fair or Dakota County Event
- Professional Association Website
- I am a former employee of Dakota County
- Referred by A Dakota County Employee
- Friend, Family or Colleague
- Other
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If you selected Other, please indicate where you heard about this opportunity with Dakota County.
Required Question