Social Worker - Child Protection

Otter Tail County is accepting applications for a full-time position. The deadline to apply is August 25, 2026 at 4:30pm.

About the role

Provide intake, assessment, and ongoing direct services and case management supervision for children and families identified as needing protection from maltreatment. Coordinate and provide services to those children and families residing in Otter Tail County when needs have been identified. Establish collaborative relationships, participate in and assist with the implementation of unit and agency goals, policies, and procedures to provide optimal services to clients based on available resources.

Work is performed in Fergus Falls and New York Mills locations. The current opening is in Fergus Falls.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake and assessment of child protection cases
• Provide direct services and case management supervision for children and families
• Coordinate services for families in need of protection from maltreatment
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Implement unit and agency goals, policies, and procedures