CLARK COUNTY, NV
Clark County - Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
ABOUT THE POSITION Clark County is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Family Services I/II position. This position performs a variety of professional case work duties for various Clark County Departments. Performs various assessments, implements treatment and behavioral intervention techniques for clients that have been identified with behavioral, cognitive and health impairments. Additionally, this class includes staff performing a variety of supportive services for youth and families. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in the Departments of Family Services and Juvenile Justice Services. Department of Family Services is the local child welfare agency whose role it is to help keep children safe. This position starts out as a Family Services Specialist I and attends a training academy. This position is an entry level position which performs a variety of professional child welfare and protection duties to support the safety, permanency and wellbeing of children. They perform various assessments and implement treatment and behavioral intervention techniques for clients that have been identified as abused, neglected and abandoned, behaviorally or emotionally impaired or medically fragile. Family Services Specialists will begin working in one of our three divisions: Hotline/Intake, CPS/NIA, or Permanency. In other jurisdictions this position may be considered a Social Worker. To view a realistic job preview, click here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e3SelbwpETw Department of Juvenile Justice Services Family Services Specialist I/II performs a variety of independent professional assessment and casework to support youth with school attendance and achievement and assist the family unit with stabilization and functioning. The position conducts interviews with youth and their families in order to identify areas of need and develop responsive case plans. The approach is family-centered and strength-based and includes joining with families to establish positive working relationships. THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 500 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED. Family Services Specialist I: $27.29 - $42.28 Hourly Family Services Specialist II: $29.44 - $45.66 Hourly The Family Services Specialist I is a training underfill position, upon successful completion of the training program the successful candidate will be non-competitively promoted to Family Services Specialist II . This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources. Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process. Some positions may be used to fill term Limited-Permanent positions. The selected candidates will be hired for a special project or duties of a limited duration and be required to sign a term of employment letter specifying condition and exact dates of employment. The successful candidates will be eligible for benefits during the duration of employment. Some positions may be Grant Funded. Grant Funded positions are subject to continuation based on availability of grant funds and the employee will be terminated without right of appeal when such funds are no longer available. Some positions may be used to fill permanent-intermittent positions. The selected candidates will work a regular schedule of more than 20 hours and less than 40 hours in a workweek. They will be paid at the approved hourly rate for actual hours worked. The successful selected candidates will be eligible for benefits on a prorated basis based on hours worked in a pay period. Some positions may be used to fill job share positions. Job Share positions are for two (2) employees performing in permanent positions of the same classification who share one specific job. Time worked will be 21 hours per week. Job Share employees will be paid at their hourly rate for actual hours worked. Sick and vacation leave benefits will accrue on a prorated basis based on hours worked in a pay period. In order to work at the Department of Family Services, employees must not have any qualifying offense that violates the standards required by NRS 432B.198 and/or NRS 432B.199. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Family Services Specialist I - Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Child Development, Psychology, Special Education, Behavioral Science, Counseling, Early Childhood Education, Health Science, Human Services, Education, Nursing, Criminal Justice, Social Services, Sociology, Public Administration, Business Administration, Communications, Marketing or Social Science. Family Services Specialist II - In addition to the above: Two (2) years full-time experience providing protective casework/counseling services, assessments or treatment services in a child welfare, social service, juvenile justice and/or residential setting. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. Working Conditions: Work under potentially abusive, hazardous or emergency conditions. May work evening, night, weekend and holiday shifts. Some positions may require possession of a personal vehicle, which may be used for work purposes. Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES General Family Services Tasks Performed in All Positions Drives a vehicle to transport children and/or family members, make home visits and other in-person contacts and to attend meetings; Some positions may require possession of a personal vehicle, which may be used for work purposes. Participates on various multi-disciplinary teams regarding clients; Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service to its clients by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team/unit/division; Works in a typical human services, detention, or public safety setting; Uses standard office equipment, reads printed materials and a computer screen, completes case notes, court reports and other written materials documenting the safety, permanency and wellbeing of youth, families, adults and/or seniors; Communicates in person or over the telephone; Understands techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, often where relations may be confrontational or strained; Interprets, applies, and explains applicable laws, codes, regulations to both clients and the general public; Uses critical thinking skills to evaluate complex problems and alternatives; Employs sound judgment consistent with various social work principles and practices when appropriate; Works with the justice system and testifies in court; Facilitates, supervises and documents parental and sibling visitation. In the Department of Family Services (DFS) , the Family Service Specialist I/II functions as a primary position to each unit in which it is assigned. Due to the diverse utilization of the position, incumbents in this classification may be assigned to any of the following units. Child Protective Services (CPS) & Hotline Takes, screens and documents incoming phone calls from various community sources regarding potential child abuse and/or neglect complaints; Interviews children, parents, and family members, representatives from various agencies and others, in person and on the phone to obtain and verify pertinent information regarding potential child abuse and neglect referrals; Assess immediate safety needs of children to include both their physical and mental health; Arranges for immediate response to emergency calls, immediate removal and placement of children when warranted and collaboration with various Law Enforcement agencies. Child Receiving/Placement Receives children being admitted into protective custody, makes admission determinations and processes the admissions; Assesses the immediate needs of children regarding physical and mental health; Identifies relative and/or foster care placements for children. Permanency Case Management (Out of Home, In-Home and Adoptions) Provides on-going assessment of the future risk of harm to children and needed services to reduce the risks of future harm; Plans for children, focusing on the goal of preserving their family, reunification, or achieving permanent placement in another family; Provides services to families with child abuse and/or neglect issues in a variety of settings including family homes, foster care, adoptive homes, relative care and other alternative out-of-home placements; Develops collaborative case plans with families and key parties to address barriers to child safety and revises plans with children and families; Assists in meeting case plan goals and provides regular monitoring of case progress; Makes referrals to community agencies and develops case strategies for short- and long-term assistance and problem resolution; Performs crisis intervention when needed; Provides various services to aid clients in promoting and achieving self-sufficiency when appropriate; Assesses, secures and monitors financial resources for which clients have been deemed eligible to receive (i.e. Social Security...); Identifies candidates for adoption planning and assists in successful case transition; Conducts Home Studies to assess both stability and placement options for children being adopted; Assists adoptive parents in understanding and supporting family connections (e.g. with siblings) of child/ren to be adopted; Conducts post-placement visits after adoption. Resource Development and Support Identifies, evaluates, and secures appropriate alternative placements including foster homes, homes of relatives, group homes, and/or other alternative living arrangements; Conducts foster parent licensing investigations to determine the validity, extent and urgency of child abuse and/or neglect complaints; Assesses and licenses individuals and agencies who apply to provide care for children, such as foster parents; Performs recruitment, training, and/or licensing of qualified foster families; Assist in the on-going development of the recruitment and licensing process; Coordinates, schedules and facilitates on-going foster care recruitment orientations and trainings for all new foster care families; Interviews potential foster parents and teaches behavior modification and counseling techniques for children and families. In the Social Service Department the Family Services Specialist I/II conducts casework interviews with clients, family members, service providers, employers and others to obtain information for formulating program/service eligibility and case status; Utilizes agency guidelines, state, and federal regulations to determine/confirm eligibility for programs and services; Explains agency and program rules, regulations and procedures; Assists clients in completing required forms and in gathering necessary documentation; Identifies the social, economic and physical needs of clients; Assesses the client's support systems, available community resources and other factors to plan, develop, and implement an appropriate service plan; Refers clients to appropriate community medical, emotional, economic and social support organizations; Advocates for or assists the client in obtaining needed services; Provides basic intervention and client and family counseling as required; Implements and provides the basic principles, policies, practices and procedures of social services, Follows recognized and approved principles and practices of case management; Possess and implements basic crisis intervention and counseling techniques; Maintains an awareness of existing basic community resources and of community programs available to assist clients with identified needs; Confers with other departmental professionals and supervisors regarding potential service provision. In the Department of Juvenile Justice Services (DJJS), the Family Services Specialist conducts a variety of supportive services for at-risk youth and families from a human services perspective. Due to the diverse utilization of the position, incumbents in this classification may be assigned in any of the following units. Community Outreach (The Harbor and The Truancy Prevention Outreach Program) Conducts assessments of youth and families in a variety of domains in order to identify immediate and long-term needs; Develops case plans in conjunction with youth and families in order to prioritize needs and provide resources and supports to assist the family in achieving their goals; Provides case management services in a variety of settings including family homes, relative care and other alternative out-of-home placements to ensure youth and families receive the desired interventions in a timely manner; Transports youth and families to appointments as needed; Documents demographic information, assessment results as well as case notes in FamilyTRACS; Facilitates life skills classes for youth and/or parents on a variety of topics; Works collaboratively with community partners to ensure youth and families receive comprehensive and evidenced-based services; Provides in-home interventions; Performs crisis intervention when needed. Probation Intake Interviews youth and families referred to the Court via citation or booking obtaining the correct demographic information and entering it into FamilyTRACS; Administers the Intake pre-screen on each youth; If releasing a youth on a return agreement, completes the return agreement form using the appropriate return date; Transports youth to alternative placement settings, appointments or home as needed; Provides crisis intervention when needed; Provides general information and resources to walk-in clients or community calls; Presents recommendations at Detention, Plea, and verbal Report and Dispositional Hearings; Provides case management services to youth on Hold Open status; Provides in-home interventions; Divert appropriate youth through referrals to The Harbor and informal probation programs Field Probation Provides services and monitoring to ensure compliance with Court Orders; Provides supervision of youth in their own homes, group or foster homes, residential treatment centers (RTC), and other programs; Responsible for keeping complete and accurate case notes and entering that information in FamilyTRACS by the indicated timelines; Monitors youth’s school attendance and academics; Assists youth in developing competency in job seeking skills; Visits youth and families within community settings (home, school) Involves family in the facilitation of the treatment program. Networks with community resource providers; Refers youth and families to appropriate community resources when needed; Prepares written reports and documentation on youth’s progress; Gives oral presentations in Court, in staffings, and during unit meetings; Monitors youth in community service programs and tracks the work of youth who are required to complete community service hours; Enters “face to face,” telephone and other contacts as specified in FamilyTRACS in intervals as indicated by the assigned supervision levels or standards set forth; Provides in-home interventions; Administers validated assessment tools and utilizes results to inform case plans PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical court, detention or public safety setting to include standing and/or walking for an extended period of time, and strength to restrain and/or eject individuals, use standard office equipment, and be capable of commuting to various off-site locations in order to attend meetings or make on-site visits; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Specified positions may require mobility and stamina to assist youth, families, adults and/or seniors experiencing crisis and support client safety and well-being. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options More Money in Your Pocket 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement No Social Security Deduction No State Income Taxes Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO) Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills) 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service Dental Vision Life Insurance - Employer Paid AD&D - Employer Paid Long Term Disability - Employer Paid Generous Leave Accruals that include: 13Paid Holidays includinga Floating Birthday Holiday Paid Vacation Leave Paid Sick Leave Holiday Leave Other leave options Catastrophic Leave Parental Leave - Up to 90 days Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance. Trustmark - Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care. Sunlife Financial - Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan Employee Assistance Program Onsite Fitness Center - $12/month*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit. Closing Date/Time: 4/30/2024 5:01 PM Pacific
ABOUT THE POSITION Clark County is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Family Services I/II position. This position performs a variety of professional case work duties for various Clark County Departments. Performs various assessments, implements treatment and behavioral intervention techniques for clients that have been identified with behavioral, cognitive and health impairments. Additionally, this class includes staff performing a variety of supportive services for youth and families. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in the Departments of Family Services and Juvenile Justice Services. Department of Family Services is the local child welfare agency whose role it is to help keep children safe. This position starts out as a Family Services Specialist I and attends a training academy. This position is an entry level position which performs a variety of professional child welfare and protection duties to support the safety, permanency and wellbeing of children. They perform various assessments and implement treatment and behavioral intervention techniques for clients that have been identified as abused, neglected and abandoned, behaviorally or emotionally impaired or medically fragile. Family Services Specialists will begin working in one of our three divisions: Hotline/Intake, CPS/NIA, or Permanency. In other jurisdictions this position may be considered a Social Worker. To view a realistic job preview, click here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e3SelbwpETw Department of Juvenile Justice Services Family Services Specialist I/II performs a variety of independent professional assessment and casework to support youth with school attendance and achievement and assist the family unit with stabilization and functioning. The position conducts interviews with youth and their families in order to identify areas of need and develop responsive case plans. The approach is family-centered and strength-based and includes joining with families to establish positive working relationships. THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 500 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED. Family Services Specialist I: $27.29 - $42.28 Hourly Family Services Specialist II: $29.44 - $45.66 Hourly The Family Services Specialist I is a training underfill position, upon successful completion of the training program the successful candidate will be non-competitively promoted to Family Services Specialist II . This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources. Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process. Some positions may be used to fill term Limited-Permanent positions. The selected candidates will be hired for a special project or duties of a limited duration and be required to sign a term of employment letter specifying condition and exact dates of employment. The successful candidates will be eligible for benefits during the duration of employment. Some positions may be Grant Funded. Grant Funded positions are subject to continuation based on availability of grant funds and the employee will be terminated without right of appeal when such funds are no longer available. Some positions may be used to fill permanent-intermittent positions. The selected candidates will work a regular schedule of more than 20 hours and less than 40 hours in a workweek. They will be paid at the approved hourly rate for actual hours worked. The successful selected candidates will be eligible for benefits on a prorated basis based on hours worked in a pay period. Some positions may be used to fill job share positions. Job Share positions are for two (2) employees performing in permanent positions of the same classification who share one specific job. Time worked will be 21 hours per week. Job Share employees will be paid at their hourly rate for actual hours worked. Sick and vacation leave benefits will accrue on a prorated basis based on hours worked in a pay period. In order to work at the Department of Family Services, employees must not have any qualifying offense that violates the standards required by NRS 432B.198 and/or NRS 432B.199. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Family Services Specialist I - Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Child Development, Psychology, Special Education, Behavioral Science, Counseling, Early Childhood Education, Health Science, Human Services, Education, Nursing, Criminal Justice, Social Services, Sociology, Public Administration, Business Administration, Communications, Marketing or Social Science. Family Services Specialist II - In addition to the above: Two (2) years full-time experience providing protective casework/counseling services, assessments or treatment services in a child welfare, social service, juvenile justice and/or residential setting. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. Working Conditions: Work under potentially abusive, hazardous or emergency conditions. May work evening, night, weekend and holiday shifts. Some positions may require possession of a personal vehicle, which may be used for work purposes. Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES General Family Services Tasks Performed in All Positions Drives a vehicle to transport children and/or family members, make home visits and other in-person contacts and to attend meetings; Some positions may require possession of a personal vehicle, which may be used for work purposes. Participates on various multi-disciplinary teams regarding clients; Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service to its clients by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team/unit/division; Works in a typical human services, detention, or public safety setting; Uses standard office equipment, reads printed materials and a computer screen, completes case notes, court reports and other written materials documenting the safety, permanency and wellbeing of youth, families, adults and/or seniors; Communicates in person or over the telephone; Understands techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, often where relations may be confrontational or strained; Interprets, applies, and explains applicable laws, codes, regulations to both clients and the general public; Uses critical thinking skills to evaluate complex problems and alternatives; Employs sound judgment consistent with various social work principles and practices when appropriate; Works with the justice system and testifies in court; Facilitates, supervises and documents parental and sibling visitation. In the Department of Family Services (DFS) , the Family Service Specialist I/II functions as a primary position to each unit in which it is assigned. Due to the diverse utilization of the position, incumbents in this classification may be assigned to any of the following units. Child Protective Services (CPS) & Hotline Takes, screens and documents incoming phone calls from various community sources regarding potential child abuse and/or neglect complaints; Interviews children, parents, and family members, representatives from various agencies and others, in person and on the phone to obtain and verify pertinent information regarding potential child abuse and neglect referrals; Assess immediate safety needs of children to include both their physical and mental health; Arranges for immediate response to emergency calls, immediate removal and placement of children when warranted and collaboration with various Law Enforcement agencies. Child Receiving/Placement Receives children being admitted into protective custody, makes admission determinations and processes the admissions; Assesses the immediate needs of children regarding physical and mental health; Identifies relative and/or foster care placements for children. Permanency Case Management (Out of Home, In-Home and Adoptions) Provides on-going assessment of the future risk of harm to children and needed services to reduce the risks of future harm; Plans for children, focusing on the goal of preserving their family, reunification, or achieving permanent placement in another family; Provides services to families with child abuse and/or neglect issues in a variety of settings including family homes, foster care, adoptive homes, relative care and other alternative out-of-home placements; Develops collaborative case plans with families and key parties to address barriers to child safety and revises plans with children and families; Assists in meeting case plan goals and provides regular monitoring of case progress; Makes referrals to community agencies and develops case strategies for short- and long-term assistance and problem resolution; Performs crisis intervention when needed; Provides various services to aid clients in promoting and achieving self-sufficiency when appropriate; Assesses, secures and monitors financial resources for which clients have been deemed eligible to receive (i.e. Social Security...); Identifies candidates for adoption planning and assists in successful case transition; Conducts Home Studies to assess both stability and placement options for children being adopted; Assists adoptive parents in understanding and supporting family connections (e.g. with siblings) of child/ren to be adopted; Conducts post-placement visits after adoption. Resource Development and Support Identifies, evaluates, and secures appropriate alternative placements including foster homes, homes of relatives, group homes, and/or other alternative living arrangements; Conducts foster parent licensing investigations to determine the validity, extent and urgency of child abuse and/or neglect complaints; Assesses and licenses individuals and agencies who apply to provide care for children, such as foster parents; Performs recruitment, training, and/or licensing of qualified foster families; Assist in the on-going development of the recruitment and licensing process; Coordinates, schedules and facilitates on-going foster care recruitment orientations and trainings for all new foster care families; Interviews potential foster parents and teaches behavior modification and counseling techniques for children and families. In the Social Service Department the Family Services Specialist I/II conducts casework interviews with clients, family members, service providers, employers and others to obtain information for formulating program/service eligibility and case status; Utilizes agency guidelines, state, and federal regulations to determine/confirm eligibility for programs and services; Explains agency and program rules, regulations and procedures; Assists clients in completing required forms and in gathering necessary documentation; Identifies the social, economic and physical needs of clients; Assesses the client's support systems, available community resources and other factors to plan, develop, and implement an appropriate service plan; Refers clients to appropriate community medical, emotional, economic and social support organizations; Advocates for or assists the client in obtaining needed services; Provides basic intervention and client and family counseling as required; Implements and provides the basic principles, policies, practices and procedures of social services, Follows recognized and approved principles and practices of case management; Possess and implements basic crisis intervention and counseling techniques; Maintains an awareness of existing basic community resources and of community programs available to assist clients with identified needs; Confers with other departmental professionals and supervisors regarding potential service provision. In the Department of Juvenile Justice Services (DJJS), the Family Services Specialist conducts a variety of supportive services for at-risk youth and families from a human services perspective. Due to the diverse utilization of the position, incumbents in this classification may be assigned in any of the following units. Community Outreach (The Harbor and The Truancy Prevention Outreach Program) Conducts assessments of youth and families in a variety of domains in order to identify immediate and long-term needs; Develops case plans in conjunction with youth and families in order to prioritize needs and provide resources and supports to assist the family in achieving their goals; Provides case management services in a variety of settings including family homes, relative care and other alternative out-of-home placements to ensure youth and families receive the desired interventions in a timely manner; Transports youth and families to appointments as needed; Documents demographic information, assessment results as well as case notes in FamilyTRACS; Facilitates life skills classes for youth and/or parents on a variety of topics; Works collaboratively with community partners to ensure youth and families receive comprehensive and evidenced-based services; Provides in-home interventions; Performs crisis intervention when needed. Probation Intake Interviews youth and families referred to the Court via citation or booking obtaining the correct demographic information and entering it into FamilyTRACS; Administers the Intake pre-screen on each youth; If releasing a youth on a return agreement, completes the return agreement form using the appropriate return date; Transports youth to alternative placement settings, appointments or home as needed; Provides crisis intervention when needed; Provides general information and resources to walk-in clients or community calls; Presents recommendations at Detention, Plea, and verbal Report and Dispositional Hearings; Provides case management services to youth on Hold Open status; Provides in-home interventions; Divert appropriate youth through referrals to The Harbor and informal probation programs Field Probation Provides services and monitoring to ensure compliance with Court Orders; Provides supervision of youth in their own homes, group or foster homes, residential treatment centers (RTC), and other programs; Responsible for keeping complete and accurate case notes and entering that information in FamilyTRACS by the indicated timelines; Monitors youth’s school attendance and academics; Assists youth in developing competency in job seeking skills; Visits youth and families within community settings (home, school) Involves family in the facilitation of the treatment program. Networks with community resource providers; Refers youth and families to appropriate community resources when needed; Prepares written reports and documentation on youth’s progress; Gives oral presentations in Court, in staffings, and during unit meetings; Monitors youth in community service programs and tracks the work of youth who are required to complete community service hours; Enters “face to face,” telephone and other contacts as specified in FamilyTRACS in intervals as indicated by the assigned supervision levels or standards set forth; Provides in-home interventions; Administers validated assessment tools and utilizes results to inform case plans PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical court, detention or public safety setting to include standing and/or walking for an extended period of time, and strength to restrain and/or eject individuals, use standard office equipment, and be capable of commuting to various off-site locations in order to attend meetings or make on-site visits; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Specified positions may require mobility and stamina to assist youth, families, adults and/or seniors experiencing crisis and support client safety and well-being. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options More Money in Your Pocket 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement No Social Security Deduction No State Income Taxes Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO) Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills) 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service Dental Vision Life Insurance - Employer Paid AD&D - Employer Paid Long Term Disability - Employer Paid Generous Leave Accruals that include: 13Paid Holidays includinga Floating Birthday Holiday Paid Vacation Leave Paid Sick Leave Holiday Leave Other leave options Catastrophic Leave Parental Leave - Up to 90 days Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance. Trustmark - Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care. Sunlife Financial - Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan Employee Assistance Program Onsite Fitness Center - $12/month*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit. Closing Date/Time: 4/30/2024 5:01 PM Pacific
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES FILING START DATE: 7/27/2015 AT 8:00 A.M. - UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. EXAM NUMBER: Y5134H REBULLETIN INFORMATION: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION REGARDING NOTIFICATION OF EXAM RESULTS. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY CONTACT THE EXAM ANALYST IF THEY WOULD LIKE TO SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY * * THIS EXAMINATION WILL BE USED TO FILL VACANCIES IN THE NORTH COUNTY ONLY * * ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS, please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care COVID-19 VACCINATION All Department of Health Services workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. DEFINITION: This experienced level class provides professional nursing care and services to patients in a variety of settings. Essential Job Functions Effectively communicates and collaborates the patients, families, care givers, and/or co-workers pertinent information concerning discharge planning, changes in patient care, changes in treatment plan, patient medication administration, aftercare instructions, and follow-up appointments to deliver the best possible patient experience. Completes and maintains accurate as well as legible medical documentation in a clear, concise, and timely manner. Manages relationships with internal and/or external members of a healthcare organization. Participates in performance improvement activities; with a focus on patient experience, regulatory compliance, and/or departmental process improvements projects. Delegates, assigns, and/or supervises the assigned work of others including Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), nursing attendants, technician, clerical staff, and students. Participates in committees and projects at the unit, department, facility, and/or health system wide level. Seeks experiences that reflect current clinical practice to achieve and enhance professional/clinical competencies and professional practice. Serves as a liaison between committees, staff, and management. Participates in identifying and resolving ethical issues in the practice setting. Serves as a preceptor: expert or specialist who gives practical experience and training to new graduate, a new hire, a re-entry, or a nurse that is transitioning into a new area. Participates in product evaluation and product standardization activities. Participates in approved clinical investigations or research studies in accordance with departmental policies. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS : 1. Three years of full-time experience* at the level of Los Angeles County classification Registered Nurse I**. -AND- 2. A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. -AND- 3. Current certification issued by the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. License(s) and Certificate(s) Required: A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Current certification issued by the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Please ensure the License and Certification Section of the required license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required licensed as specified in the Selection Requirements. Applicants MUST attach a legible photocopy of the required license/BLS certification to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Applications submitted without the required evidence of BLS certification will be rejected. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. The original license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing and BLS certification must be present during the selection process and/or prior to appointment. Physical Class III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Full-time experience must be post-license only . **Experience at the level of Registered Nurse I in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: providing professional nursing care in a variety of patient care settings (e.g., critical care, emergency room, medical/surgical, operating room, neonatal intensive care, labor and delivery, intermediate/telemetry, psychiatric care, correctional nursing, etc.). The primary scope of practice involves applying the nursing process to assess basic or routine patient conditions and needs; identify a nursing diagnosis; and develop, implement, and evaluate a patient-centered plan of care. participating in conducting prospective, concurrent, and retrospective utilization reviews of patient services or hospitalization to maintain quality of care and fiscal responsibility. ***In order to receive credit for a college degree on this examination, you must include a legible photocopy of your "official" diploma(s), "official" transcripts, or "official" letter(s) from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization, at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing your application online . Desirable Qualifications: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: ***Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) or ***Master of Science degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: An evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. The names of candidates will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in NORTH COUNTY ONLY . APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the "APPLY" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or recession of appointment. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned, If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email the Exam Analyst, Darlene Beamon-Thomas at Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Darlene Beamon-Thomas, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES FILING START DATE: 7/27/2015 AT 8:00 A.M. - UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. EXAM NUMBER: Y5134H REBULLETIN INFORMATION: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION REGARDING NOTIFICATION OF EXAM RESULTS. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY CONTACT THE EXAM ANALYST IF THEY WOULD LIKE TO SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY * * THIS EXAMINATION WILL BE USED TO FILL VACANCIES IN THE NORTH COUNTY ONLY * * ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS, please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care COVID-19 VACCINATION All Department of Health Services workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. DEFINITION: This experienced level class provides professional nursing care and services to patients in a variety of settings. Essential Job Functions Effectively communicates and collaborates the patients, families, care givers, and/or co-workers pertinent information concerning discharge planning, changes in patient care, changes in treatment plan, patient medication administration, aftercare instructions, and follow-up appointments to deliver the best possible patient experience. Completes and maintains accurate as well as legible medical documentation in a clear, concise, and timely manner. Manages relationships with internal and/or external members of a healthcare organization. Participates in performance improvement activities; with a focus on patient experience, regulatory compliance, and/or departmental process improvements projects. Delegates, assigns, and/or supervises the assigned work of others including Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), nursing attendants, technician, clerical staff, and students. Participates in committees and projects at the unit, department, facility, and/or health system wide level. Seeks experiences that reflect current clinical practice to achieve and enhance professional/clinical competencies and professional practice. Serves as a liaison between committees, staff, and management. Participates in identifying and resolving ethical issues in the practice setting. Serves as a preceptor: expert or specialist who gives practical experience and training to new graduate, a new hire, a re-entry, or a nurse that is transitioning into a new area. Participates in product evaluation and product standardization activities. Participates in approved clinical investigations or research studies in accordance with departmental policies. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS : 1. Three years of full-time experience* at the level of Los Angeles County classification Registered Nurse I**. -AND- 2. A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. -AND- 3. Current certification issued by the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. License(s) and Certificate(s) Required: A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Current certification issued by the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Please ensure the License and Certification Section of the required license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required licensed as specified in the Selection Requirements. Applicants MUST attach a legible photocopy of the required license/BLS certification to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Applications submitted without the required evidence of BLS certification will be rejected. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. The original license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing and BLS certification must be present during the selection process and/or prior to appointment. Physical Class III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Full-time experience must be post-license only . **Experience at the level of Registered Nurse I in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: providing professional nursing care in a variety of patient care settings (e.g., critical care, emergency room, medical/surgical, operating room, neonatal intensive care, labor and delivery, intermediate/telemetry, psychiatric care, correctional nursing, etc.). The primary scope of practice involves applying the nursing process to assess basic or routine patient conditions and needs; identify a nursing diagnosis; and develop, implement, and evaluate a patient-centered plan of care. participating in conducting prospective, concurrent, and retrospective utilization reviews of patient services or hospitalization to maintain quality of care and fiscal responsibility. ***In order to receive credit for a college degree on this examination, you must include a legible photocopy of your "official" diploma(s), "official" transcripts, or "official" letter(s) from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization, at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing your application online . Desirable Qualifications: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: ***Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) or ***Master of Science degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: An evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. The names of candidates will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in NORTH COUNTY ONLY . APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the "APPLY" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or recession of appointment. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned, If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email the Exam Analyst, Darlene Beamon-Thomas at Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Darlene Beamon-Thomas, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here