Community Living Specialist; SW- Case Manager​/Certified Assessor

Overview

POSTING TYPE:
Open Competitive

DEPARTMENT:
Social Services

HOURS:

Full-time

PREFERRED HIRING RANGE: $73,515 - $82,705/annually (108 Salary Grade)

FULL SALARY RANGE: $73,515 - $114,868/annually

LOCATION:

Hybrid; telework and in-person at the Northern Service Center in West St. Paul

UNION: AFSCME 306

CLOSE DATE: 4:30 p.m. on 1/29/2026

Come join us at Dakota County and "Be more". Dakota County employs over 2,000 skilled individuals whose talents and contributions make 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.

This specific Community Living Specialist - Case Manager/Certified Assessor performs functions related to case management for persons who have a disability or may be at risk for placement in a nursing/hospital/intermediate care facility, residential treatment facility, or foster care, and receive home and community based services. This position will also be a certified MnCHOICES Assessor for their caseload. This individual will perform functions related to eligibility for individuals with disabilities, developmental/intellectual disabilities using the MnCHOICES tool.

The area/population this position will work with:
Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities Rule 185:
Individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities who are receiving non waivered county and state-funded services.

• Effectively engages individuals/families to assess needs, strengths, and family dynamics, to evaluate level of safety and/or risk.
• Engages virtually or in-person, of persons with disabilities or functional limitations, initially and/or within scope of ongoing case management.
• 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.
• Develops and implements an individual community support and service plan per relevant policies, procedures, statutes, and professional practice using person-centered planning.
• Completes federal, state, and agency required documentation for all persons assessed, receiving ongoing case management, and upon closure of services.
• Assesses and monitors persons being served for progress toward goals through required contacts, service plan adjustments and coordination of services with various service providers.
• 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.
• Engages and collaborates with K-12 schools, medical/behavioral health providers, law enforcement, court, child and adult protection,
• Attends regular and periodic meetings and trainings consistent with the role and participates on work teams as requested.
• Other duties as assigned such as supporting community emergency response functions per county emergency response plan.
• 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.
• Performs re-assessments, virtually or in-person, of persons with disabilities or functional limitations to determine eligibility for home and community-based services (HCBS).

• Knowledge of human development (specifically child development), children s mental health and co-morbidity, 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 is performed in a hybrid environment with…