CLARK COUNTY, NV
Clark County - Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
ABOUT THE POSITION The Clark County Department of Social Services is currently recruiting for the position of Social Work Specialist. In this role, you will coordinate referrals and provide guidance and support to staff in addressing the unique challenges faced by program participants who have diagnosed medical conditions, mental health disorders, substance use disorders, or co-occurring disorders. Your responsibilities will include conducting assessments to determine eligibility for prospective clients referred to the program and ensuring participants maintain stable housing. The ideal candidate will possess a clinical license with extensive experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness or who have previously experienced homelessness, particularly those with a history of mental illness or substance use disorders. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, as you will collaborate closely with program staff, community partners, and clients from diverse backgrounds. Must have a demonstrated ability to lead a team, manage complex cases, and promote best practices in the provision of housing supportive services. Will also have relevant professional experience in case management, housing services, or a comparable setting. THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 250 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED. 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. Some positions may be confidential positions and are excluded from membership in the union. Some positions may be non-union positions and are excluded from membership in the union. 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 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 selected candidates will be eligible for benefits during the duration of employment. State of Nevada Social Work license required. Applications submitted without a copy of candidate's State of Nevada Social Work license are incomplete and will not be considered. Required certifications/licenses may be submitted in the following ways. Uploaded as a Word or PDF attachment to application at time of submission.Uploaded as a Word or PDF attachment to an email and sent to County HR Recruitment Analyst. CCHRinfo@clarkcountynv.gov MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or a field related to the work AND three (3) years of full-time professional level casework experience in a social service agency. Possession of an advanced degree in social work may be substituted for one of the years of experience outlined above. 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. Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class C Driver's License at time of appointment. Must possess a valid license as a Social Worker in the State of Nevada. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Provides casework services independently to individuals in remote locations; handles complex cases and/or referrals from other agencies or services, often in emergency circumstances. Provides lead direction, training, and work review to a workgroup/unit. Organizes and assigns work, sets priorities and follows up to ensure completion on a project or unit basis. Coordinates and conducts licensing inspections for various care facilities for families and individuals to ensure that such facilities comply with County codes and requirements. Conducts casework interviews with clients, family members, service providers, employers and other to obtain information for formulating program/service eligibility and case status. Identifies social, economic and physical needs of clients; assesses client's support systems, available community resources and other factors to develop an appropriate service plan. Utilizes agency guidelines and state and federal regulations to determine/confirm eligibility for programs and services. Refers clients to appropriate community medical, emotional, economic and social support organizations; advocates for or assists the client in obtaining such services. Provides basic intervention and client and family counseling as required. Prepares complete and accurate case notes; writes correspondence, reports and other written materials; may prepare statistical reports and summaries. Explains agency and program rules, regulations and procedures; assists clients in completing required forms and in gathering necessary documentation. Confers with other departmental professional and supervisors regarding cases and scheduling and to coordinate activities; participates in-service training. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work; drives a personal or County motor vehicle to attend meetings and make site visits. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment, and to drive a motor vehicle in order to attend meetings or visit client homes; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. 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: 10/8/2024 5:01 PM Pacific
ABOUT THE POSITION The Clark County Department of Social Services is currently recruiting for the position of Social Work Specialist. In this role, you will coordinate referrals and provide guidance and support to staff in addressing the unique challenges faced by program participants who have diagnosed medical conditions, mental health disorders, substance use disorders, or co-occurring disorders. Your responsibilities will include conducting assessments to determine eligibility for prospective clients referred to the program and ensuring participants maintain stable housing. The ideal candidate will possess a clinical license with extensive experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness or who have previously experienced homelessness, particularly those with a history of mental illness or substance use disorders. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, as you will collaborate closely with program staff, community partners, and clients from diverse backgrounds. Must have a demonstrated ability to lead a team, manage complex cases, and promote best practices in the provision of housing supportive services. Will also have relevant professional experience in case management, housing services, or a comparable setting. THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 250 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED. 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. Some positions may be confidential positions and are excluded from membership in the union. Some positions may be non-union positions and are excluded from membership in the union. 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 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 selected candidates will be eligible for benefits during the duration of employment. State of Nevada Social Work license required. Applications submitted without a copy of candidate's State of Nevada Social Work license are incomplete and will not be considered. Required certifications/licenses may be submitted in the following ways. Uploaded as a Word or PDF attachment to application at time of submission.Uploaded as a Word or PDF attachment to an email and sent to County HR Recruitment Analyst. CCHRinfo@clarkcountynv.gov MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or a field related to the work AND three (3) years of full-time professional level casework experience in a social service agency. Possession of an advanced degree in social work may be substituted for one of the years of experience outlined above. 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. Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class C Driver's License at time of appointment. Must possess a valid license as a Social Worker in the State of Nevada. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Provides casework services independently to individuals in remote locations; handles complex cases and/or referrals from other agencies or services, often in emergency circumstances. Provides lead direction, training, and work review to a workgroup/unit. Organizes and assigns work, sets priorities and follows up to ensure completion on a project or unit basis. Coordinates and conducts licensing inspections for various care facilities for families and individuals to ensure that such facilities comply with County codes and requirements. Conducts casework interviews with clients, family members, service providers, employers and other to obtain information for formulating program/service eligibility and case status. Identifies social, economic and physical needs of clients; assesses client's support systems, available community resources and other factors to develop an appropriate service plan. Utilizes agency guidelines and state and federal regulations to determine/confirm eligibility for programs and services. Refers clients to appropriate community medical, emotional, economic and social support organizations; advocates for or assists the client in obtaining such services. Provides basic intervention and client and family counseling as required. Prepares complete and accurate case notes; writes correspondence, reports and other written materials; may prepare statistical reports and summaries. Explains agency and program rules, regulations and procedures; assists clients in completing required forms and in gathering necessary documentation. Confers with other departmental professional and supervisors regarding cases and scheduling and to coordinate activities; participates in-service training. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work; drives a personal or County motor vehicle to attend meetings and make site visits. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment, and to drive a motor vehicle in order to attend meetings or visit client homes; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. 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: 10/8/2024 5:01 PM Pacific
CLARK COUNTY, NV
Clark County - Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
ABOUT THE POSITION The Eighth Judicial District Court is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Specialty Courts Coordinator position. This position provides clinical case management duties associated with specialty courts, conducts clinical substance abuse evaluations of prospective specialty court participants and maintains and reports associated program data. This position will provide substance abuse clinical evaluations on prospective specialty court participants for referring courts, clinical case management services for specialty court participants, and financial and statistical reporting to a variety of funding sources. T his position is distinguished from Specialty Courts Program Administrator in that the latter has overall responsibility for all specialty court programs in District Court. This position is also distinguished from the Specialty Court Specialist in that the latter requires a Master's Degree, increased licensure, and provides clinical mental health evaluations. THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 250 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED. This examination will establish an Open Competitive list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by the Office of Human Resources. Some positions may be confidential positions and are excluded from membership in the union. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Behavior Sciences or a related field AND two (2) years of full-time experience in the direct provision of substance abuse and/or mental health treatment services. 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: Job duties will expose the incumbent to hostile and abusive individuals. May be required to attend meetings, presentations, and events outside of normal working hours. Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class C Driver's License at time of appointment. Must possess a valid license or internship as CADC or LADC or a higher licensure, in the State of Nevada. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Eighth Judicial District Court and Clark County do not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Provides day-to-day case management duties including substance abuse evaluations, referrals, treatment compliance monitoring, clinical consultations, reviewing program compliance, writing court reports, and managing defendant non-compliance. Appears in court regularly, communicates with the District Attorney's Office, Public Defender's Office and members of the defense bar. Provides statistical reports to comply with grant requirements. Also responsible for DUI evaluations for the court. Gathers information from offenders on substance abuse history, criminal history, family history, occupational/employment status, educational history, medical history, mental health history, and related areas. Administers substance abuse related screening instruments to offenders. Makes recommendations for treatment of offenders to the Court. Compiles information from interview and screening instruments into clear and concise reports for judicial system. Enters data on computer for purposes of creating reports and maintaining statistical database. Enters pertinent client/offender information into computer for communication to the court. Assists in developing and implementing program mission, goals, objectives and performance standards. Facilitates collaboration between courts, service providers, District Attorney, Public Defender and the Department of Family Services on matters relating to case management, process and procedures. Assists in developing written policy and procedures manuals for both adult and juvenile programs. Develops automated case management program with tracking and statistical analysis components required by federal grant mandates. Produces quarterly and annual statistical and financial reports based on performance objectives and grant requisites. Coordinates projects, events or time line management i.e. Board of County Commissioner Agendas, grant applications, etc. Schedules and prepares agendas and minutes for monthly drug court meetings. Audits billing records for accuracy and federal compliance. Maintains active profile with drug court vendors; troubleshooting and mediating client, court, and vendor disputes or problems. Reports directly to the Specialty Courts Manager. Responds to judicial requests for intervention in program matters. Attends Court proceedings, staffings, case management sessions, and group therapy sessions intermittently to promote quality service. ADDITIONAL DUTIES: Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the court's services to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses standard office equipment, including a computer; drives a County or personal motor vehicle in the course of the work. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, strength to lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds, vision to read printed materials and a VDT screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. 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: 10/8/2024 5:01 PM Pacific
ABOUT THE POSITION The Eighth Judicial District Court is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Specialty Courts Coordinator position. This position provides clinical case management duties associated with specialty courts, conducts clinical substance abuse evaluations of prospective specialty court participants and maintains and reports associated program data. This position will provide substance abuse clinical evaluations on prospective specialty court participants for referring courts, clinical case management services for specialty court participants, and financial and statistical reporting to a variety of funding sources. T his position is distinguished from Specialty Courts Program Administrator in that the latter has overall responsibility for all specialty court programs in District Court. This position is also distinguished from the Specialty Court Specialist in that the latter requires a Master's Degree, increased licensure, and provides clinical mental health evaluations. THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 250 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED. This examination will establish an Open Competitive list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by the Office of Human Resources. Some positions may be confidential positions and are excluded from membership in the union. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Behavior Sciences or a related field AND two (2) years of full-time experience in the direct provision of substance abuse and/or mental health treatment services. 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: Job duties will expose the incumbent to hostile and abusive individuals. May be required to attend meetings, presentations, and events outside of normal working hours. Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class C Driver's License at time of appointment. Must possess a valid license or internship as CADC or LADC or a higher licensure, in the State of Nevada. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Eighth Judicial District Court and Clark County do not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Provides day-to-day case management duties including substance abuse evaluations, referrals, treatment compliance monitoring, clinical consultations, reviewing program compliance, writing court reports, and managing defendant non-compliance. Appears in court regularly, communicates with the District Attorney's Office, Public Defender's Office and members of the defense bar. Provides statistical reports to comply with grant requirements. Also responsible for DUI evaluations for the court. Gathers information from offenders on substance abuse history, criminal history, family history, occupational/employment status, educational history, medical history, mental health history, and related areas. Administers substance abuse related screening instruments to offenders. Makes recommendations for treatment of offenders to the Court. Compiles information from interview and screening instruments into clear and concise reports for judicial system. Enters data on computer for purposes of creating reports and maintaining statistical database. Enters pertinent client/offender information into computer for communication to the court. Assists in developing and implementing program mission, goals, objectives and performance standards. Facilitates collaboration between courts, service providers, District Attorney, Public Defender and the Department of Family Services on matters relating to case management, process and procedures. Assists in developing written policy and procedures manuals for both adult and juvenile programs. Develops automated case management program with tracking and statistical analysis components required by federal grant mandates. Produces quarterly and annual statistical and financial reports based on performance objectives and grant requisites. Coordinates projects, events or time line management i.e. Board of County Commissioner Agendas, grant applications, etc. Schedules and prepares agendas and minutes for monthly drug court meetings. Audits billing records for accuracy and federal compliance. Maintains active profile with drug court vendors; troubleshooting and mediating client, court, and vendor disputes or problems. Reports directly to the Specialty Courts Manager. Responds to judicial requests for intervention in program matters. Attends Court proceedings, staffings, case management sessions, and group therapy sessions intermittently to promote quality service. ADDITIONAL DUTIES: Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the court's services to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses standard office equipment, including a computer; drives a County or personal motor vehicle in the course of the work. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, strength to lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds, vision to read printed materials and a VDT screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. 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: 10/8/2024 5:01 PM Pacific