Associate Social Worker - Child Foster Care (Hybrid)

Job Posting End Date: September 11, 2025 at 11:59pm CST

Hiring range: $64,480 to $77,355 ($31.00 to $37.19 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.

Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.

In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 09/11/25 in order to be considered.

Position Description

Anoka County Community Social Services and Behavioral Health is currently seeking a full-time Associate Social Worker to join the Child Foster Care unit within the Licensed Care and Adult Services Department.

Consider joining a team of professionals dedicated to providing services and support to those in need within the community.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, hybrid position. Interviews will take place the week of September 15th, 2025, for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: $64,480 to $77,355 ($31.00 to $37.19 per hour).

• 2025 Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 32: $64,480 to $90,230 ($31.00 to $43.38 per hour).

• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.

• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits.

• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.

• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.

• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Work Location

• This position will work at Anoka County Government Center, located at 2100 3rd Ave, Anoka, MN 55303.

• This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work, with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.

• This position will work in the community as needed.   

• Expected work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Associate Social Worker.

• Assist clients in completing initial licensing paperwork to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

• Facilitate emergency relative referrals, ensuring timely placement and compliance with safety standards.

• Meet with clients in home-based settings in county and out of county.

• Assess home and safety requirements by completing in home inspections.

• Meet with prospective foster parents to assess appropriateness for child foster care program and provide program information.

• Assist clients in obtaining verifications needed to obtain background study information and submit into the State data system; process clearance letters and criminal background records.

• Complete and maintain case notes and records in SSIS.

• Communicate effectively with clients, providers, agency staff, and the public.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including, but not limited to, Child Protection social workers, other county support staff and State licensing and background study staff.

• Organize, prioritize, and manage workflow.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Bachelor’s degree in a closely related field.

• In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

• Valid driver’s license and vehicle available for business use.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology or related field.

• One year (2,080 annual hours) or more of job-related experience in human services, social services, or closely related field.

• Experience working with licensing standards. 

• Experience working with children and/or individuals that are affected by issues including neglect, domestic violence, disability