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Job Description
ABOUT US
At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people "I work for the County of Marin." Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity:
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES :
At Health & Human Services, we serve our community through the values of support, unity, trust and excellence with one common goal: to promote and protect the health, well-being, safety and self-sufficiency of all in Marin. Join our team of bright, committed, and energetic people who also want to make an impact through public service.
ABOUT THE POSITION
There are two Student Graduate Internships available from approximately January - June 2025, each role is 16 hours a week within Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS). The opportunities are hybrid within the office/field/remote depending on program needs. Please note, during the first 30 days, the roles will be in the office.
The internship with the Prevention and Early Intervention, BHRS Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) team will support efforts to increase mental health awareness, reduce stigma, and support prevention and early intervention community programing to improve recovery outcomes. Proposition 63, passed by California voters funding MHSA in November 2004, aimed to expand and transform county mental health services. Marin County strongly supported the measure with 63% in favor.
The position involves the following key duties:- Assist with coordinating the Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training program, a key part of PEI Community Trainings.
- Help organize PEI workshops/events to educate community members, service providers, and stakeholders.
- Assist in collecting and tracking demographic and satisfaction survey data.
- Use Excel tools to assist with analyzing data and create visuals based on survey results.
- Perform administrative tasks like coordinating print shop services, ordering/picking up supplies, food vendors and distributing outreach material.
The second internship position is part of the BHRS HOPE Senior Peer Counseling (SPC) program. SPC supports seniors in navigating the transitions of aging, such as loss of independence, isolation, and health challenges. The program offers emotional support and practical tools to help seniors maintain independence, adapt to change, and foster a positive outlook.
The position involves the following key duties:- Assist with recruitment of volunteers for SPC program.
- Assist with training of volunteers for SPC program.
- Assist with administrative tasks, such as tracking and maintaining stats/data.
- Assist with management of support groups.
- Assist with community outreach/maintaining working relationships with community partners.
- Assist with soliciting referrals.
- Assist with organization events, such as SPC retreat, SPC Mixer, and Senior Fair.
Anticipated Intern Interview Schedule:
If selected for an interview, they will take place on Microsoft Teams on Friday, December 20, 2024.
Highly Desirable: Bilingual skills in Spanish and English are highly desirable.
Bilingual Testing/Certification: Please note if the successful candidate has bilingual skills, they must demonstrate proficiency in both Spanish and English prior to receiving differential pay. A bilingual proficiency exam will be administered at that time to ensure the candidate possesses the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements.
ABOUT YOU
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The first 25 candidates who meet minimum qualifications will continue to the next step in the recruitment process. Additional applications may be reviewed in the order received as needed.
Our Highly Qualified Candidate:
The highly qualified candidate has experience with program coordination, data tracking and measurement including coordinating and logistics of mental health training programs, which may include coordinating trainings, assisting with volunteer recruitments and interviews.
This person will have experience working in collaborative community partnerships and demonstrates the ability to quickly learn new material, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills. This person will show exceptional attention to detail and the ability to meet program deadlines. The ideal candidate will have the ability to prioritize and make sound decisions while meeting the needs and deadlines of the department.
For the Prevention and Early Intervention intern, our candidate will have interest in community mental health across the lifespan and have a foundational understanding of prevention and early intervention strategies.
For the HOPE intern, our candidate will have an interest in working with older adults along with having an interest in older adult aging experience.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must be: enrolled in a graduate level program at a college or university, orwithin one year of having graduated, ora participant in a supervised program to meet licensure requirements of the State of California. Additional minimum qualifications may apply depending upon the internship.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your Governmentjobs.com account to view these emails.
Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.
LiveScan:
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSCandidates selected are subject to fingerprinting by the Sheriff's Department and must pass a Department of Justice LiveScan background check prior to appointment.
Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095. If you have questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Cassie Folan at cassie.folan@marincounty.gov .
IMPORTANT: The first 25 candidates who meet minimum qualifications will continue to the next step in the recruitment process. Additional applications may be reviewed in the order received as needed.
PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.
COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage .
Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.
Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.
Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.
IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.
For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.
*IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 12/13/2024 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Marin County
Show moreThe County of Marin is a vibrant and thriving organization comprised of 23 agencies and departments with a workforce of approximately 2,400 employees. The County’s array of public safety, community development, public works, health and human services, community services and administrative services is governed by the Board of Supervisors, which is made up of an elected representative from each of the five voting districts in this county.
This diverse organization strives to uphold a set of core values at work: respect, trust, integrity, diversity, equality, excellence, accountability, innovation, and collaboration. These values keep the organization and its individuals healthy, resulting in successful and sustainable quality service delivery. In addition, the County is committed to being a well-managed organization that relies on the talents of its workforce to succeed.
OUR MISSION AS A COUNTY:
To provide excellent services that support healthy, safe and sustainable communities; preserve Marin’s unique environmental heritage; and encourage meaningful participation in the governance of the County by all.
When you’re employed in local government the effects of your work are visible all around you. Your work is an integral part of the day-to-day lives of Marin County residents and visitors. From the roads we drive on, to the parks and libraries we visit, to the services we rely on to keep us healthy and safe, County employees contribute directly to the sustained well-being of Marin County’s communities.
We are motivated to preserve the importance of Equity, Economy, Environment and Education that make our County unique. With over 3000 employees, volunteers and interns across 22 departments, we are a part of the communities we serve. We work with our core values in mind: Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence. These values are not only part of our organization’s strategic initiatives and goals[PDF], but they are what unify us in our work across a variety of perspectives and skillsets.
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