Senior Social Worker - Behavioral Health Intake (Hybrid)

Job Posting End Date: May 13, 2026 at 11:59pm CST

Hiring range: $85,363 to $119,496 ($41.04 to $57.45 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 of paid 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 05/13/2026 in order to be considered.

Position Description

Anoka County Community Social Services and Behavioral Health (CSS/BH) currently has one full-time Senior Social Worker position available. This role is responsible for providing assessments and early intervention for individuals referred to the Behavioral Health Intake unit. The unit serves adults by offering early intervention and resource navigation services. Using a person-centered approach, the primary goal is to meet individuals where they are at.

Senior Social workers are responsible for coordinating access to appropriate county and community services tailored to mental health, substance abuse and social service needs for clients. After the assessment period is complete, clients are transferred to ongoing service teams for continued support if appropriate. Behavioral Health Intake services are open to all Anoka County residents, regardless of age, income, diagnosis, or insurance status. Referrals are accepted from a wide range of sources, including hospitals, treatment facilities, outpatient clinics, and law enforcement agencies.

Consider joining a team of professionals dedicated to providing services and support to families within the community! If your career ambitions resonate with our mission, we invite you to apply with Anoka County today!

This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid position. Interviews will take place the week of May 18, 2026 for those selected to move forward in the hiring process. 

Pay & Benefits

• Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 36: $85,363 to $119,496 ($41.04 to $57.45 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  https://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 the 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.  
• 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 Senior Social Worker.

• Screen, assess, plan, refer, and provide early intervention services to adults referred to the Behavioral Health Intake unit from the county and community. 
• Conduct outreach and evaluate services designed to meet individualized mental and chemical health needs. 
• Conduct face-to-face visits with individuals in their home, in the community, or appropriate milieu.
• Complete functional assessments, individual community support plans, and crisis plans with individuals that outline the services they are eligible to receive.
• Help adults access county programs and community-based services for mental and chemical health needs. 
• Facilitate connection-to services such as therapy, IOP, partial hospitalization, substance abuse treatment, crisis stabilization services, and medication management. 
• Assist adults with obtaining least restrictive mental and chemical health care in the community or make referrals to higher level of care as needed. 
• Collaborate with other departments within Anoka County and the community to facilitate referrals/transfers. 
• Use SSIS and CaseWorks for timely completion of needed paperwork, case notes, and assessment documents. 
• Participate in individual and group clinical supervision and meetings as per department requirements. 
• Attend and participate in continuing education, training, or in service offerings required to maintain license in good standing. 

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a closely related field.
• Four years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience working directly with adults with SPMI or mental health and chemical health diagnoses.
• 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

• Master’s degree in Social Work or a closely related field.
• Current mental health professional licensure (LMFT, LPCC, LICSW, LP).
• Current licensure as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC).
• Five years or more (2,080 annual hours) of direct work experience working directly with adults with SPMI, mental health and chemical diagnoses.
• Experience working within SSIS database.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Skilled in problem-solving, critical thinking and effective time management.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

• Standard office environment. 
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades, and brightness. 
• Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds. 
• Assignments are sedentary, occasionally alternating between sitting, standing, walking, crouching, and kneeling as required to perform job responsibilities. Frequent wrist and finger manipulation to complete computer work. 
• Occasional lifting of 10-20 lbs. 
• Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment. 
• Occasional travel to other county work sites as needed. Travel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicle. 
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.  

Selection Process

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.

Pre-employment Requirements

Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

About Anoka County

As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, Anoka County thrives because of the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. United by our mission- Commitment to Excellence: Through collaborative efforts, we seek to improve lives and serve with care, integrity, and professionalism- we offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences. Together, we work toward a single purpose of serving Anoka County’s 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees here.

Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment

Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Emplo