**Working Title: Social Worker Senior** **Agency:** **Minnesota Department of Veteran Affairs** + **Job ID:** 81010 + **Location:** Minneapolis + **Telework Eligible** : No + **Full/Part Time** : Full-time + **Regular/Temporary:** Regular + **Who May Apply:** Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted:** 11/07/2024 + **Closing Date:** 11/12/2024 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:** Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Mpls-MAPE + **Division/Unit:** Minneapolis Veterans Home / Mpls Social Services Staff + **Work Shift/Work Hours:** Day Shift / 8:00 am - 4:30 pm + **Days of Work:** Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $25.29 - $36.71 / hourly; $52,806 - $76,650 / annually + **Classified Status:** Classified + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) **:** Yes **The work you'll do is more than just a job.** At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. This job posting was previously posted. Please note the modification to the Minimum Qualifications. If you have already applied, you do not need to reapply unless you wish to add additional information to your application/resume. **Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, free parking and more!** **It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis! You may be eligible for a** **new hire bonus of $5,000** **if you are hired in a full-time position that is covered by the MAPE collective bargaining agreement!** This position will provide social work services and support to applicants and the residents of the Minnesota Veterans Home through clinical support and analysis to assure residents needs are addressed and carry out planning and implementation of social service programs for the residents of the home. This position works with the Social Services Director and other Social Worker Seniors to ensure the delivery of all social services meets regularity requirements and agency standards. **_The Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis provides skilled nursing care in a supportive environment that fosters a stable, healthy, and meaningful life for Veterans. We offer a creative, fun, collaborative, and stimulating work environment that encourages professional growth._** **_The Minneapolis Home is located on Minnehaha Avenue, which has connecting highways and public transportation options for an easy commute. The beautiful 53-acre wooded campus includes mature oaks and pines, nature trails and biking paths overlooking the Mississippi River._** **Minimum Qualifications** + Current licensure in Minnesota as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or ability to obtain licensure by date of hire. + One year experience as a Social Worker. + Skills in completing social work assessments sufficient to evaluate clients' social service needs. + Human relations skills sufficient to develop and maintain effective working relationships with other staff, residents, resident representatives, and community groups. **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing care facility. + Experience working with Veterans. + Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to skilled nursing facilities. + Experience in electronic charting systems such as PointClickCare. **Additional Requirements** This position requires successful completion of the following: + Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s). + A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment. + A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check will be conducted on finalists for this position. Finalists must pass the DHS background check. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.