About the Opportunity THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The Stanislaus County Department of Aging and Veterans Services is seeking an experienced Social Worker to provide case management for older adults who require assistance to arrange programs and services to safely maintain their independence. This is an
extra-help, part-time position and is being conducted to establish an eligible list which will be used to fill any extra-help, part-time vacancies for a period of six months in the Department of Aging and Veterans Services. The mission of the Stanislaus County Department of Aging and Veterans Services is to “Help Seniors and Veterans obtain services and benefits they need to live secure, healthy, independent lives.”
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THE POSITIONThis Social Worker III position is the advanced journey level position for complex case management of the vulnerable elderly population. This position determines the need for and provides quality social services to eligible clients and carries a limited non-complex social services caseload. This individual is expected to learn departmental organization, social service programs, basic casework methods, casework services. This individual may also review cases to determine the policy and procedural error rate and prepare management reports. This individual will work with various community partners to meet the needs of their clients. This position acts as a lead-worker disseminating work assignments, training staff, and handling more difficult related tasks and will perform other work as required.
Part-time extra-help is a provisional classification where permanent status may not be obtained. This position is subject to overtime, standby, shift, and callback assignments and will perform related duties as assigned. This position is non-benefited except for participation in a 401a program with Nationwide.
The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at
http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab.
Typical Tasks - Interview clients primarily in their home to determine initial or ongoing needs via an Intake screening;
- Accept, assess and act on information and referral calls;
- Coordinate services with other public or private agencies, and make joint home visits when necessary, with the approval of the supervisor;
- Consult with supervisor on a routine basis and on matters which may need clarification or guidance;
- Make written APS reports when necessary;
- Manage an individual case load;
- Participate and complete required training courses;
- Advise clients on available community resources;
- Act in a liaison and advocate capacity between the client, persons or agencies involved;
- Prepare and maintain files and progress notes on assigned cases;
- Use a data processing system to report case data on clients;
- Perform other tasks as assigned;
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience) KNOWLEDGE - Socioeconomic conditions and trends;
- The basic principles of individual and group behavior;
- Current issues in the field of social welfare;
- Principles of interviewing and problem-solving methodology;
- Basic public welfare programs on the federal, state, and local levels; and
- The general principles of public assistance policies and current methodology.
SKILLS/ABILITIES - Make home visits to establish rapport and engage clients in services;
- Analyze cases and adopt an effective course of action;
- Maintain organized progress notes and records;
- Work constructively in an individual or community setting effectively using appropriate resources and services;
- Review cases, prepare written summary and management reports;
- Understand and learn the agency programs, policies and procedures;
- Organize and maintain work schedules;
- Speak and write effectively
We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE PATTERN I - One (1) year performing duties comparable to a Social Worker II in a public social services agency; OR
- Two and one-half (2½) years performing duties as a Family Services Specialist III.
PATTERN II - Graduation from an accredited four-year college which includes 30 units in Social Welfare, Social/Human Services, Sociology or other Behavioral Science; AND
- Two (2) years social work casework experience in a public or private social services agency.
In addition to Pattern I and II: - Possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License. Employees may be required to use personal transportation during the performance of their duties.
- Proof of liability insurance as required by the State of California.
Proof of education will be required for verification purposes at the time of application. Applicants who are unable to submit proof must call 209-525-4613 to make other arrangements before 5 pm on the final filing date. Failure to submit proof or make other arrangements before the final filing deadline will result in disqualification.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening will focus on the following desirable qualifications. Please list any of these qualifications you may have within the “Duties” section of the online application.
- One (1) year experience conducting in-home assessments/home visits working with older adults and/or Veterans; OR
- One (1) year working with community service organizations; OR
- Ability to fluently read, write, speak English and another language.
Application and Selection Procedures APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. EXAMINATION PROCESS Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications.
- Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.
- Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position.
- Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts.
- Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months, but may be extended up to eighteen months.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Application Deadline:
8/02/24 by 5:00PM Oral Examination:
August 12-16, 2024 Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County .
GENERAL INFORMATIONFinal appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation.
Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver’s license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions.
Stanislaus County supports the good health of its workforce. More information is available at
http://myclubwellness.org Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627.
Benefits associated with this position can be found at Benefits Summary .
Closing Date/Time: 8/2/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
