Definition and Class Characteristics INTERVIEWS FOR SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE HELD THE WEEKS OF JULY 29 AND AUGUST 5 Do you have a desire to better the lives of local seniors and people living with disabilities in Nevada County? Join the Adult Services Social Worker team in the Nevada County Department of Social Services! Our team of knowledgeable and experienced Social Workers handle advanced and intensive case management services for Adult Services clients. These Social Workers require an in-depth understanding of daily living activities, cognitive impairments, family dynamics, mental health issues and substance abuse, and domestic violence.
We are currently recruiting for one (1) Social Worker to join our Adult Services team within the Adult Protective Services program. This position requires initiative to take detailed notes during the training process, ability to comprehend State regulations, determination, strong organizational skills, thorough case management skills, extensive case documentation, and a passion to see some of our most vulnerable community members receive the services they need to remain healthy in their home. These positions both require the ability and willingness to make in-home visits with clients to assess health, safety, and social assessments. Strong candidates excel in a work environment that is fast paced, team oriented, and are able to adapt to unforeseen circumstances. NOTE: Due to required field visits, teleworking is not an option with this position.
We are seeking candidates at one of the following levels:
- Social Worker I (SW I): Entry/trainee-level staff members holding an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field. In addition, individuals in this classification have one year case work experience comparable to Nevada County's Human Services Specialist I classification.
- Social Worker II (SWII): Journey-level staff members meeting the requirements for SW I. In addition, SW II have at least one year experience as a SW I or Employment & Training Worker I.
- Social Worker III (SW III): Advanced journey-level in the Social Worker series. Candidates hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree with one year of social work case management experience at the SW II level.
Our full-time staff members enjoy an extensive benefit package including but not limited to CalPERS retirement, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, flexible spending account, deferred compensation plan including 401(a), 457(b) and Roth options.
Why Nevada County? Because here, your contribution, your worth, your ideas, all have a place. We thrive on transparent and ongoing communication through employee newsletters, social media and hosted sites. We strive to be the best version of ourselves through continuous improvement. We learn and grow as a team. Great discoveries happen when people from a diverse set of backgrounds come together. Best of all, you make a difference in the lives of our community every day. Bring your whole self to our place.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Want to learn more? Read the full job description here .
Benefits Guide The Benefits Guide is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group.
Health InsuranceThe County sponsored plan for 2024 is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs.
2024 Health Insurance Plans - Anthem Select HMO
- Anthem Traditional HMO
- Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO
- Blue Shield Trio HMO
- Kaiser HMO
- PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan)
- PERS Platinum PPO
- PORAC (Available to PORAC members only)
Flexible Spending AccountsThe County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA.
Life InsuranceVoya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya:
- Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Basic Term Life
- Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans
- Optional Dependent Term Life
- Optional Term Life
Dental & Vision InsuranceNevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Delta Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider.
RetirementThe County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions.
CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers:Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55
Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60
Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62
CalPERS Safety tiers:Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50.
Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55.
Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57.
We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page, www.calpers.ca.gov , to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.
NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERAny information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice.Nevada County Human Resources Department950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2 Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov www.nevadacountyca.govClosing Date/Time: 7/25/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
