Paraprofessional Case Aide

Salary: $20.97 - $26.56 Hourly
Location : Long Prairie, MN
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 361D
Department: Health and Human Services
Opening Date: 03/11/2024
Closing Date: 3/25/2024 4:30 PM Central
Purpose of Position
Performs a variety of tasks related to the rendering of paraprofessional agency services in a specific program work area, and related work as assigned. This position works closely with other agency staff in their related work area. The work is performed under the general direction of a Health & Human Services supervisor or manager.
Basic Performance Expectations of all Todd County Staff

• Serves as a positive example to other County personnel with regard to workplace actions, decisions, work skills, attitude and adherence to workplace policy and procedures.
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills, is honest, fair and dependable.
• Embodies teamwork and cooperation within and across County departments and with the public.
• Communicates effectively with the Department Head and keeps supervisor apprised of important matters ongoing in the department.
• Respect all colleagues, co-workers, board members and the public and lead those around you to do the same.
• This position requires regular and timely attendance in accordance with the department schedule.
• Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.

Position Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this position. These duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required as assigned. 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 programs in assigned work area.
• Reviews case records for completion of required agency forms.
• Explains program services to individuals or groups.
• Explains application procedures to individuals or groups and assists individuals in completing forms.
• Interviews clients to obtain and verify necessary factual information.
• Makes appropriate referrals to other units within the agency.
• Responds to initial complaints of clients.
• Performs clerical/accounting functions as necessary for work assignment.
• Meets with clients in the home or office as required by work assignment.
• Coordinates services and supports to assist professional staff to accomplish goals and objectives of individual case plans.
• Assists Management and Professional staff in coordinating trainings and special events.
• Manages case load tasks in specific areas of work assignment.
• Assists staff working in program area in processing purchase of service contracts and agreements.
• Responds orally and in writing to general inquiries based on knowledge of agency programs, policies and procedures.
• Documents client contacts, information, forms, and referral information in appropriate computerized software programs.
• Assists with client transportation as required by area of work assignment.

Minimum Education and Experience/Special Requirements
High school diploma or GED and two to three years of experience in a similar position, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must possess and maintain a valid MN Driver's License.
Must pass a criminal background check.
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of interviewing techniques and skills in conducting interviews.
• Knowledge of human behavior.
• Knowledge of agency programs, operations, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of available community resources.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Knowledge of general office practices and equipment.
• Knowledge of specialized software and technical terminology.
• Ability to relate to people in an appropriate manner.
• Ability to organize and coordinate job activities.
• Ability to accurately and rapidly process detailed information.
• Ability to make decisions.
• Ability to remain objective.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, public, co-workers, and agency administration.
• Ability to establish and maintain accurate and systematic records.
• Ability to express ideas clearly.
• Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions.

Physical Requirements
This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel, frequently requires repetitive motions, and occasionally requires standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling and lifting; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken word, hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoke word levels; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating machines including office equipment or motor vehicles and observing general surroundings and activities; work has no exposure to environmental conditions; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).
2024 Todd County Summary of Benefits
The following is intended to be a general overview of benefits provided for full-time positions. County contributions to health insurance may differ by collective bargaining agreement, please refer to your union contract. Group Health Insurance benefits become effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Further details and a complete copy of the applicable contract/policy are available at the time an employment offer is extended. If you have questions about benefits, please contact the Administration Department at hr@co.todd.mn.us.
Health Insurance offered by Health Partners and Sourcewell
Employees have three (3) medical insurance plans to choose from. The rates shown are effective 1/1/2024. 2024 HSA Maximum Contributions: Single $4,150 /Family $8,300, Catch-up contributions $1,000.
Plan $1,600/$3,200 High Deductible - 100% & Health Savings Account (HSA) Employer Contribution per Month / Employee Cost per Month / HSA Employer Contribution per Month
Single $918.89 / $0.00 / $125.00
Employee + Child(ren) $1,225.00 / $411.50/ $125.00
Employee +Spouse $1,500.00 / $638.14 / $125.00
Family $1,650.00 / $815.48 / $125.00
Plan $4,150/$8,300 High Deductible -100% & Health Savings Account (HSA) Employer Contribution per Month / Employee Cost per Month / HSA Employer Contribution per Month
Single $789.90/ $0.00 / $165.00
Employee + Child(ren) $1,225.00 / $181.78 / $125.00
Employee + Spouse $1,500.00 / $338.00 / $125.00
Family $1,650.00 / $469.39/ $125.00
Plan $8,050/$16,100 High Deductible -100% & Health Savings Account (HSA) Employer Contribution per Month / Employee Cost per Month / HSA Employer Contribution per Month
Single $644.27/ $0.00 / $165.00
Employee + Child(ren) $1,147.40 / $0 / $125.00
Employee + Spouse $1,499.12 / $0 / $125.00
Family $1,650.00 / $78.63 / $125.00
Dental Insurance offered by Health Partners
Monthly Cost
Employee $38.05
Employee+1 $76.09
Family $114.15
Vision Insurance offered by Avesis
Monthly Cost
Employee $6.03
Employee+1 $10.53
Family $15.64
Flexible Spending Accounts offered by Select Account
Plan options include medical reimbursement and dependent day care FSAs as well as pre-tax deductions of medical and dental insurance premiums. Actual cost of pre-tax deductions is an average of 27% - 39% depending you're your bracket.
Life Insurance offered by Lincoln Financial
Term life offered at no cost for $20,000 basic life/ADD insurance coverage. Rates for voluntary additional coverage for employee or spouse vary according to age category:
Age of Employee Your Monthly Cost or Spouse per $1,000
Under age 25 $.057
25 - 29 $.057
30 - 34 $.057
35 - 39 $.095
40 - 44 $.114
45 - 49 $.162
50 - 54 $.238
55 - 59 $.428
60 - 64 $.646
65 - 69 $1.226
70 - 74 $1.976
Child Life: $1.30 per month $15,000
PERA Term Life
Voluntary supplemental decreasing term life offered by the Public Employees Retirement Association of Minnesota that may be continued into retirement, $16.00. See for additional information.
Short Term Disability offered by Lincoln Financial
Protect your income for the 1st three (3) months of disability. Rates vary by age category and you select your level of coverage from weekly benefits of $100 - $2,000 in $100 increments, not to exceed 60% of weekly gross earnings.
Long Term Disability offered by Lincoln Financial
Protect your income beginning the 4th month of a disability and benefits are payable for injury, sickness or pregnancy up to your normal retirement age, as defined by Social Security. You may elect any level of coverage, in increments of $100 between $500 and $5,000 per month, provided you don't insure more than 60% of your monthly income.
Deferred Compensation
Pre-tax 457(b) and post-tax IRA programs available.
PERA Pension Plan
Public Employers Retirement Association (PERA); the following contributions are mandated by state law:
Coordinated Detention Officers Law Enforcement
County Contribution: 7.50% 8.75% 17.70%
Employee Contribution: 6.50% 5.83% 11.80%
PERA handbooks are available at
Minnesota State Retirement Systems (MSRS) Health Care Savings Plan (HCSP)
A post retirement health care savings plan is an employer sponsored program that allows employees to save money to pay medical expenses and/or health insurance premiums after termination of public service.
Group Voluntary Plans Available through Cigna
* Accident Insurance
* Critical Illness Insurance
* Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Full details available at the time of hire.
Paid Vacation
Employees earn vacation as follows:
Hours earned
Years of Service Per month
1 thru 3 8
4 thru 5 10
6 thru 10 12
11 thru l5 14
16 thru 20 17
21 thru 24 18
25+ 19
See applicable union labor agreement for vacation schedule, some accrue per pay period. Employees may carry over up to 192 hours of available vacation per year.
Paid Sick Leave
Employees earn 8 hours of sick leave per month and may accrue up to 1040 hours (6 months) paid leave.
Paid Holidays
New Years Day
President's Day
Martin Luther King Day
Good Friday
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veteran's Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve Day (4 hours) - unless holiday falls on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday
Christmas Day
New Years Eve Day (4 hours) - unless holiday falls on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday
* See applicable union labor agreement for negotiated holidays.
Funeral Leave
Paid funeral leave of absence up to 40 hours.
* See applicable union labor agreement for negotiated funeral leave.
AFFINITY PLUS Credit Union
Financial Services including competitive loan rates, VISA, Savings Clubs, bill payments, investments and other services.
Fitness Room
The Todd County Wellness Committee sponsors a fitness room available to County employees and their immediate family members.
Minnesota Benefit Association
Serving Minnesota makes you a member of the association, rewarding you with great services and savings, including: Student Scholarships, Life Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, etc. See pr 800.360.6117
Verizon Wireless Discount
As a benefit of your employment with Todd County, you may be eligible for a discount for Verizon Wireless service and equipment. go to for more information.
01
Do you have a high school diploma or GED and two to three years of experience in a similar position, or equivalent combination of education and experience?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you have administrative experience?

• Yes 5+ years experience
• Yes 3+ to 5 years experience
• Yes 2 to 3 years experience
• Yes under 2 years experience
• No

03
If you answered 'Yes' to the previous question, please describe your experience.
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Have you previously worked with public assistance programs such as Food Support, Cash Assistance, or Medical Assistance?

• Yes 5+ years experience
• Yes 3+ to 5 years experience
• Yes 2 to 3 years experience
• Yes under 2 years experience
• No experience

05
If you answered 'Yes' to the previous question, please describe your experience.
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Do you have prior experience interviewing clients?

• Yes 5+ years experience
• Yes 3+ to 5 years experience
• Yes 2 to 3 years experience
• Yes under 2 years experience
• No experience

07
If you answered 'Yes' to the previous question, please describe your experience.
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Do you have job experience in any of these areas? (Check all that apply.)

• Acco...