Social Worker - Mental Health And Substance Use

Ashland County Health & Human Services is accepting applications for a full-time Adult Services Social Worker supporting Mental Health and Substance Use clients. This position will develop and implement individualized treatment plans and provide case management for persons who are involuntarily committed, have chronic mental health conditions and/or have a substance use disorder.

Position Summary

Job Summary:

• Provide services to Mental Health and SUD clients, which include assessment, program eligibility determination, coordination, information and referral, advocacy and Targeted Case Management.

• Determine the range of services needed through interviews, home visits, collateral contacts, etc.

• Prepare case related documents including individual services plans, reviews, forms, correspondence, HSRS/PPS reporting, contracts, court reports and case record documentation.

• Coordinate services with other agencies/disciplines/community members such as medical personnel, therapists, nursing homes, Social Security Administration, family members, guardians, etc.

• Authorize expenditures of funds (with supervisor approval) within identified service plans. Monitor expenditure of funds for effectiveness and efficiency, and to ensure against over-expenditure.

• Participate in unit and department meetings, work-related committees and trainings.

• Coordinate services with CSP/CCS.

• Attend Adult Drug Court as Ashland County H&HSD representative.

• Provide informational presentations to other staff, professionals and community groups related to department programs.

• Participate in supervision/consultation.

• Share in the orientation and training of new workers.

• Back-up Adult Protective Services Social Worker as needed.

• Coordinate the Chequamegon Coalition on Emerging Drugs

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information

Salary is $23.18 - $25.17/hr based on experience. Four-day work week (35 hours). Competitive fringe benefits package.

Job Details

Four-day work week (35 hours). Background check required.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field.

• Preferred individuals would be a certified social worker in the State of Wisconsin, or eligible for certification within one (1) year - but is not required.

• Valid Wisconsin Driver's License and reliable transportation and/or the availability to have transportation services available as needed.

How To Apply

For an application packet and full listing of job description and qualifications, contact the Front Desk Ashland County Health & Human Services, located at 630 Sanborn Avenue, Ashland, WI 54806. Phone 715-682-7004 Ext 0, Fax 715-682-7924, Email: achsd@ashlandcountywi.gov. Application, cover letter and resume may be submitted to Terry Barningham, Director, at achsd@ashlandcountywi.gov or in person at the address noted above. The job posting can be viewed at Ashland County website.

Ashland County is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in employment and adheres to all Federal, State and County Equal Employment Opportunity laws, policies, plans, rules, regulations and ordinances.

The County recognizes and accepts its important leadership role in providing for equal employment/service opportunities for minorities, women, and persons with disabilities.

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted until a qualified candidate is identified and hired.