Social Worker

Purpose of Position

JOB SUMMARY

The job duties of the Social Worker – Adult Protective Services (APS) include but are not limited to receiving and responding to reports and referrals regarding potential instances of financial exploitation, neglect, self-neglect, and abuse of elderly and vulnerable adults. Completing case management functions and required court documents related to guardianships, protective placement including annual protective placement reviews (WATT).

Current Social Worker/Case Manager openings is:

• Adult Protective Services (APS) - Social Worker/Case Manager
• Adult Protective Services (APS) - Social Worker/Case Manager (*Part-Time)
• Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) Children - Social Worker/Case Manager

Go to Job Descriptions for full position description and search:

• MWR Social Worker - APS
• CYFS or MWR Social Worker-CCS,CSP,CLTS,Crisis

Note: Applicants without Social Worker Certification will be hired as Case Manager. Employees who later obtain certification may request reclassification to a Social Worker position.

Application Deadline: Sunday, November 29th, 2026 at 4:30 PM.

Interviews will be conducted on Monday, December 7th and Tuesday, December 8th, 2026.Essential Duties and Responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties described below are indicative of what the Social Worker – APS might be asked to perform. This job description is to incorporate any county ordinances created for the position of Social Worker - APS. This is not an exhaustive list of job responsibilities and therefore other duties may be assigned:

Administrative Functions:

• Receive and respond to APS referrals/reports regarding potential instances of financial exploitation, abuse, neglect, self-neglect, abuse of elderly and adults at risk.
• Investigate reports to determine need for legal intervention (implementation of emergency protective services, and/or guardianship.)
• Conduct APS investigation as prescribed in Wisconsin Statues including Chapter 46.90, 51, 54, and 55.
• Petition for emergency protective services/placement and APS interventions as needed to ensure the immediate protection and safety of the individual at risk.
• Complete court required documents related to guardianships, protective placement/services, comprehensive evaluations, WATT reviews, court petitions and court testimony.
• Compiles data for Wisconsin Incidence Tracking System (WITS).
• Acts as a liaison with other agencies involved in serving the elderly and disabled population. Advocates for system change to protect vulnerable adults being served and/or reduce unwarranted county liability.
• Maintain necessary records and accountability of consumer direct activities.
• Coordinate quarterly Interdisciplinary Team (I-Team).
• Refer consumer and/or family to other potential/collaborative services available, as appropriate.
• Inform consumers and/or family members about available community resources and how to independently gain access to needed services.
• Work to achieve services and treatment objectives without duplication of effort and with maximum effective use of staff time and available resources.
• Maintain a complete record for all assigned cases; complete required written assessments, reports, and other related paperwork as necessary, including use of the computer.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, supervision times, and other scheduled meetings.
• Develop professional knowledge and skills by attending training events, conferences, and workshops.
• When assigned, speak to the community and other organizations to provide public education.
• Use discretion with consumers; observe rules of confidentiality and maintain non-judgmental attitude.
• Participate in employee engagement and strategic planning processes to create and maintain a healthy work environment.

Customers:

• All prospective, current or past DHS consumers.

Team Members:

• Any professional or paraprofessional we work with in the serving of consumers.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor degree in Social Work or a related field (e.g. psychology, sociology, etc.) required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of related or unrelated full-time or part-time work experience required.
• Must possess a Social Work Certification upon hire.
• If the certification is from another state, employee must obtain a Wisconsin Social Work Certification within one (1) year of employment.
• If applicant/employee has no Social Worker Certification, see note below.
• Program specific training may be an additional requirement where relevant.
• A valid driver’s license required.

Note: If an applicant or employee does not have a Social Worker Certification upon hire, they shall be hired as a Case Manager in DHS. Please refer to Case Manager in DHS job description for further details including pay grade. If an employee obtains a Social Worker Certification at a later time, they may notify their manager to be reclassified as a Social Worker. Typically, reclassification will occur on the next pay period upon proof of certification and notification to the Human Resources Division.

Upon hire, anyone in possession of a Professional Counselor license or another license from another human service related field will be unable to utilize the title social worker, publicly identify themselves as a social worker, or practice utilizing the title of Social Worker. The term “social worker” is exclusive solely for the purpose of this job description.

Benefits

Chippewa County offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes the following:

• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS – ETF)– Employees (GME) will begin contributing 7.25% (2027) immediately to the state pension program through WRS. The County will match the employee contribution, 7.25% for a total of 14.50%. This percentage may change each year based on state requirements.
• WPPA (Protective with Social Security) will begin contributing 7.25% (2027) immediately to the state pension program through WRS. The County will contribute 14.35% for a total of 21.60%. This percentage may change each year based on state requirements.
• Health Insurance – The County’s Health Plan’s Third Party Administrator (TPA) is AmeriBen. The network is Anthem BluePreferred network including most medical providers in the Chippewa Valley. The plan has a $3,000 – Individual and $6,000 – Family deductible with an employer funded, Health Reimbursement Account (HRA). There are four (4) Tier options for coverage: Employee only, $30 per month, Employee + Child(ren), $124 per month, Employee + Spouse, $150 per month, and Family, $212 per month.
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) – The County contributes money on the employee’s behalf and can be used for qualified Medical, Dental, or Vision expenses. All employees and dependents enrolled on the Health Insurance Plan qualify. A total of $500 per person enrolled on the plan, up to a max of 4 - $2,000 annually.
• Near-Site Clinic – All employees and dependents enrolled on the Health Insurance Plan have access to services at ReforMedicine. Services with ReforMedicine are FREE!
• Musculoskeletal Partner - Physical Therapy – All employees and dependents enrolled on the Health Insurance Plan have access to services at Doctors of Physical Therapy. Services with Doctors of Physical Therapy are FREE!
• Care Navigation – All employees and dependents enrolled on the Health Insurance Plan have the ability to utilize SorlarteHealth – Amplify Network. Amplify is a Tier 1 In-Network practitioners available for Chippewa County members to use. All Amplify providers are independent and are not within a large health system. The use of any Amplify provider will be $0 out-of-pocket expense! No deductible, no co-pay, and no co-insurance!
• Additional Insurance Plans Offered: Dental, Vision, Life, Accident, and Critical Illness, Short-Term (GME only) and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts.
• PTO – accrual equal to 7.09 hours of PTO per pay period (26 pay periods in a year). An employees total accrued PTO may not exceed four hundred eighty (480) hours. PTO hours roll over year to year.
• Holidays – 10 paid holidays per year.

For additional benefit details and premiums, please refer to the Chippewa County website and click on Government, Human Resources, and on the left-hand side Employee Benefits. Or click HERE to go to the page directly! A GREAT CAREER BEGINS WITH CHIPPEWA COUNTY!