Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Headway
Duluth, MN10 days ago
- $146 Per Hour
Social Worker - Home and Community Based Services
Salary
$28.81 - $46.65 Hourly
Location
Duluth, MN
Job Type
Permanent, Full-Time
Job Number
26-115/776-02
Department
Public Health and Human Services
Opening Date
08/11/2026
Closing Date
8/25/2026 11:59 PM Central
Kind of Work
St. Louis County is hiring a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker for our Home and Community Based Services team. This is a specialized position supporting children birth to 15 years old with disabilities in accessing services/supports related to their needs. A Home and Community Based Waiver Services (HCBS) Social Worker aids in gaining access to needed social, medical, educational, and other supports/services. The Social Worker works collaboratively with the child and the parent/guardian to identify their unique needs and to minimize the impact of the disability on their life, while ensuring continuity of services and supports. A child's disability condition may include intellectual disabilities and related conditions, chronic illness, medical fragility and others. HCBS Social Workers often work collaboratively with other divisions such as Children and Family Services, Economic Services and Supports, Public Health and Behavioral Health.
The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range for 2026. Below is the full salary range including longevity.
Social Worker $28.81 - $43.40 per hour.
Social Worker (MSW) $31.35 - $47.58 per hour.
This position is part of the Merit Basic Unit Employees Collective Bargaining Agreement Contract represented by Council 5 of AFSCME.
St. Louis County does not participate in E-Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St. Louis County, on a full-time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.
Distinguishing Features of Work
An employee in this class is responsible for providing social work services on cases involving complex social problems and social treatment plans. Duties include performing responsible and difficult casework, directing service programs or providing work direction to paraprofessional staff. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.
Work Environment
These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled. CONSTANT: Near and midrange vision; Grasp/handle; Works with others; works around others; Inside. FREQUENT: Lift-push/pull while stationary up to 20 pounds; Carry-push/pull while moving about up to 20 pounds; Hearing close proximity (0-5 feet); Maintain posture; Reach; Sit; Static neck position; Talk/speak; Customer/public contact; Clients with Behavioral Challenges. OCCASIONAL: Hearing distance up to 20 feet; Balance; Move about; Stand; Taste/Smell; Walk; Works alone; Extended day; Outside and Drive. RARE: Carry-push/pull while moving about up to 50 pounds; Climb stairs; Kneel.
Selection Process
SOCIAL WORKER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Pass/Fail):
SOCIAL WORKER (MSW) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Pass/Fail):
RATING SYSTEM:
Supplemental questionnaire will be 100% of the scoring process:
Please Note: When answering the supplemental questions on the website, the webpage may time out after 30 minutes. Its recommended you draft your answers in a separate document and copy/paste the answers into the application when youre finished writing. Failure to answer and save all of the questions on the "Supplemental Questions" page within 30 minutes may result in the deletion of your answers by the application system.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT & SCREENING PROCESS SCHEDULE:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The essential functions for this position are listed under the "ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at www.stlouiscountymn.gov/jobdescriptions.
VETERANS PREFERENCE:
If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:
Please refer to Minnesota Statute 197.455 for additional requirements. Click Here.
PHYSICAL-MEDICAL STANDARDS:
Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.
DRUG TESTING:
Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.
BACKGROUND CHECK:
Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis County are subject to a background investigation.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION:
All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
Appointees to the position must successfully complete a twelve-month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.
NON-DISCRIMINATION:
St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer.
Eligible St. Louis County employees earn a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
Benefits are prorated for part-time employees and administered in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement or management compensation plan.
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Please type or clearly print your name.
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The information you provide related to your education, training, and experience is subject to verification. I understand that giving false information, failing to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification.
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Are you legally authorized to work in the United States for St. Louis County?
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All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas, and it does not currently participate in E-Verify. Will you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status) to work legally for St. Louis County in the United States?
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Select your highest level of education completed.
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I understand that I am required to attach copies of unofficial transcript(s) to my application, or equivalent proof of attendance, to be awarded credit for any claimed educational qualifications. Note: By answering "No," we will not be able to accept your application.
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SME Explanation: Questions 9-13 will be reviewed by a Subject Matter Expert (SME). The questions will be scored and used to help determine 100% of your score. For each question, please list the organization(s) and/or employers where you gained the experience. All information listed must also be supported in the work experience section of your application. I have read and understand the instructions given above and acknowledge that I understand my score is derived 100% from my answers to supplemental questions 9-13.
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Please describe how your experience has prepared you to support children with disability needs.
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Please describe your experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
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Please describe your experience facilitating meetings.
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Please describe how you have handled disagreements/differences of opinion in a professional role. Please include examples.
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Please describe your experience preparing reports, service plans, referrals and case summaries.
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I certify that my responses to the questions above are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
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Employer St. Louis County, Minnesota
Address 100 N 5th Ave. W., Room 1
Duluth, Minnesota, 55802
Phone 218-726-2422
Website http://www.stlouiscountymn.gov
| Location | Duluth, MN |
| Salary | $28.81–$46.65 Per Hour |