Isanti County Government Center·Cambridge, Minnesota
Performs paraprofessional tasks including coordinating case operations, determining client eligibility for health and human services, and maintaining accurate records. Responsibilities also include interviewing clients, making community referrals, and preparing required reports and service agreements.
$24.06 - $25.65 per hour ($50,044.80 - $53,352.00 annually), depending on qualifications, relevant experience, and internal equity.
Full
Range: $24.06 – $31.06 per hour ($50,044.80 – $64,604.80 annually), with the potential for additional longevity-based pay.
Application Requirements Applicants must complete all sections of the online application, including Work Experience and Education, and attach a resume. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Application and Selection Process Following the application deadline, Human Resources will review all submitted applications. If your qualifications align with the requirements, you will be contacted via email with details regarding the next steps in the selection process.
Emails from Isanti County Human Resources may occasionally be filtered into junk or spam folders. Applicants are encouraged to monitor these folders regularly to avoid missing important communication regarding their application status.
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General Definition of Work
Performs a variety of health and human services tasks related to the rendering of appropriate paraprofessional services: assisting with the coordination of case operations and assessments; collecting and entering case information into a computer system; overseeing a caseload; maintaining and storing records; completing required reports, and related work as apparent or assigned.
Work is performed under the direction of a Social Worker, Public Health Nurse, Social Services Supervisor, Public Health Supervisor, Financial Assistance Supervisor or Division Leader.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Determines eligibility of clients for health and human services programs and maintains complete and accurate records on client eligibility.
Reviews case records for completion of required agency forms.
Explains health and human services programs and services to individuals or groups.
Explains application procedures to individuals or groups and assists individuals in completing application forms.
Interviews clients to obtain and verify necessary factual information.
Makes appropriate referrals to other units and community resources.
Makes contact with community resources as needed.
Informs clients of the right to appeal and of other rights.
Responds to initial client complaints.
Performs clerical functions as assigned.
Performs statistical operations relevant to health and human service program procedures.
Prepares service agreements for services purchased by the Division as needed; review of vouchers and invoices for accuracy; arranges for payment.
Composes correspondence and constructs reports as needed.
Transports clients to visits, appointments and court hearings as needed.
Participates in Public Health Preparedness activities, emergencies, exercises and training as requested.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Working Conditions: Physical Requirements and Activity
This work requires frequent exertion of up to 10 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force. Work regularly requires sitting, speaking and hearing; using hands to finger, handle or feel and perform repetitive motions; occasionally requires standing, walking, and reaching with hands and arms.
Work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities.
Work requires exposure to blood borne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment. Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).
The statements in this class description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
A fully completed Isanti County Online Application and resume must be received by Human Resources by the closing date and time listed on the posting. Any materials received after the closing date and time will not be considered.
The application will be evaluated in a Training and Experience Assessment worth 100 points. Veterans Preference will be applied in accordance with Minnesota law. A top group of qualified applicants will be invited to the interview process.
Final appointment is contingent upon the applicant passing a background investigation including a criminal history search. Costs of the background will be paid for by Isanti County.
Mission working together to deliver quality services that are valued by the community, today and for generations to come.
Market context
Case aide openings in Minnesota often reflect steady demand in health and human services settings, especially where teams need support with client coordination, records, and day-to-day administrative tasks. These roles can be competitive because employers usually want candidates with a high school diploma or GED, some administrative experience in a human services environment, and a valid driver’s license. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm travel expectations and documentation duties before applying.