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The Position Bargaining Unit: Local 1021 - Social Services Rank & File Unit Do you have a passion for helping others? Do you want to make a difference in people's lives? Come join a team committed to helping individuals and families live their best lives! The Contra Costa County Employment and Human Services Department (EHSD) is recruiting to fill Social Worker III vacancies within Aging and Adult Services, Children and Family Services, and Whole Person Care CommunityConnect. Responsibilities may include assessing an individual's or family's problems which involve abuse or neglect, developing case plans to preserve adequate functioning, or improve individual or family functioning, and may include preparing and submitting written court reports and recommendations, and may carry out the orders of the court. If assigned to the Children & Family Services Bureau, you will work in one of the following areas, including but not limited to; Abuse/Neglect Investigations, Case Management, Juvenile Court, Out-of-Home Placements, Family Reunification/Maintenance, Independent Living Program, Foster Home Licensing and Adoptions. If assigned to Adult Protective Services, you will be responsible for investigating and mitigating abuse and neglect of elderly and dependent adults. If assigned to Whole Person Care CommunityConnect, you will be responsible for providing case management and care coordination for enrolled clients served by the County Health Care System. A bilingual differential is available for positions and incumbents designated as bilingual and meet the qualifications. Applicants interested in the Social Worker II recruitment must complete and submit a separate application for Social Worker II. Contra Costa County offers a wide range of competitive benefit options to meet the needs of our diverse workforce and their families. For general county benefits information, visit our Benefits page at: CCC Employee Benefits . Are you curious about a day in the life of a Social Worker? Check out a couple of the Social Worker profile videos! Adult Protective Services We are looking for someone who has: Knowledge and ability to learn and apply complex laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to clients Strong analytical, organizational and time management skills Excellent interpersonal skills when working with diverse clients of various ages, socio-economic backgrounds, cultures, and mental and/or physical capabilities Strong ability to work collaboratively with other professionals in order to meet the needs of a shared client Great communication skills Tech-savvy skills and ability to learn and use specialized software programs A few reasons you might love the job: Opportunity to compassionately support children, elders/dependent adults, and families It's more than a desk job! Travel throughout the beautiful East Bay and neighboring counties to meet with clients and community partners Work and network with dedicated professionals who share the same passion for public service Career growth and upward mobility within the department Supportive and respectful working environment that values work-life balance A few challenges you might face in this job: Fast-paced environment Meeting mandated deadlines (such as court) Identifying ways to navigate limited resources and services while still meeting clients' identified goals and needs Keeping up with many changing State mandates and policies To read the complete job description, please visit the website, www.cccounty.us/hr The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six months. EXAM DATES Tentative Written Exams: December 2020 (For applications received 8/10/20 - 11/15/20) March 2021 (For applications received 11/16/20 - 2/14/21) June 2021 (For applications received 2/15/21 - 5/9/21) Minimum Qualifications License Required: Possession of a Valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of State valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License will be accepted during the application process. Education: Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in social work, sociology counseling or psychology, with a specialization in marriage, family and children or in a major within the social/human services field. Experience: Two (2) years of full-time or its equivalent experience as a social caseworker in a public or private human services agency. One year must have been after completion of the Master's degree. Substitution: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in psychology, sociology, social welfare or a closely related field and four (4) years of full-time or its equivalent experience as a social caseworker in a public or private human services agency, two (2) years of which must have included experience in any of the following areas: adoptions, foster home and institutional placement, adult or children's protective services, conservatorship of individuals incapable of self care may be substituted for the required education and experience. Selection Process Application Filing: All applicants must apply on-line at www.cccounty.us/hr and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date. Application Evaluation: Depending on the number of applications received, an Application Evaluation Board may be convened to evaluate and select the best-qualified candidates for invitation to the next phase of the examination. Written Examination: May include multiple-choice questions, writing proficiency test, and scenario based competency/behavioral questions. Test items may consist of the following assessment categories: Assessment, Interpersonal, Interpreting Policies and Procedure,Investigative,Psycho-Social, andWritten Communication. (Weighted 100%). The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices. CONVICTION HISTORY After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. 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 It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

Examples of Duties Application Deadline: Continuous Recruitments that note continuous under the closing date are subject to close at any time. Applications will not be accepted after a continuous recruitment is closed. To be considered for this position you must use a Merit System application or apply online at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/MSS/ To view the job description, please click here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/MSS/jobs/2860799/social-worker-iii-full-time-and-extra-help HOLIDAYS & LEAVES VACATION 10 days the first 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 160 hours), 15 days in the second 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 240 hours), and 20 days after 10 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 320 hours). SICK LEAVE .0462 hours sick leave for each paid regularly scheduled work hour. 12 days (96 hours per year) with unlimited accumulation. Optional annual buy back of a portion of accumulated sick leave hours upon meeting certain criteria. HOLIDAYS Twelve paid holidays annually plus one optional holiday. BEREAVEMENT LEAVE Three (3) regularly scheduled work days or five (5) days if distance traveled over 500 miles one-way. INSURANCE HEALTH INSURANCE County paid health plan with maximum contributions; 100% for employee up to maximum of $420, 50% of dependent up to maximum of $100 for child/$220 for spouse biweekly. There are multiple health plans to choose from. County paid dental and vision plans, 100% for employee, with 50% of dependent premiums paid by the County. County sponsored employee health clinic available for zero or reduced co-pay depending on selected health plan. DISABILITY INSURANCE State Disability Insurance - Benefit based on highest quarter during previous calendar year. Employee pays premium. LIFE INSURANCE $10,000 County-paid coverage (Accidental Death and Dismemberment included). Voluntary Term Life and Universal Life Insurance available - premium paid by employee. RETIREMENT DEFERRED COMPENSATION The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. Employees choose their investment funds and can make pretax contributions to the plan up to the maximum allowable. MERCED COUNTY EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937 and other provisions of the California Government Code. MCERA members also pay into Social Security.The applicable benefit formula is dependent upon your hire date with an MCERA employer; yourpension amount will be determined by your age, years of service and final compensation amount. EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES DO NOT QUALIFY FOR COUNTY BENEFITS. EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP) MHN EAP services provides up to five face-to-face counseling sessions per incident and provides a toll-free "800" hotline available 24/7 for emergencies and crisis intervention. EAP services include counseling services, legal services, financial services and Work-life Resource services. For more information log on to members.mhn.com. EMPLOYEE TICKETS, COUPONS, and DISCOUNTS The County of Merced has partnered with Employee Savings Tickets to provide discounted coupons and tickets for all county employees to attractions throughout the state and out-of-state. The discounts and coupons are available for shopping, movies, sporting events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums and much more. THIS BULLETIN IS NOT A CONTRACT AND DOES NOT CREATE CONTRACTUAL OR LEGAL RIGHTS ON BEHALF OF ANY EMPLOYEE. THIS BULLETIN IS SUBJECT OF BEING SUPPLEMENTED, MODIFIED, WITHDRAWN OR OTHERWISE CHANGED PENDING LABOR AGREEMENTS AND/OR AT THE DISCRETION OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICER OR AS THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS DEEM NECESSARY. For answers to specific questions regarding employee benefits, please call Human Resources at 209.385.7682 or go to Merced County Benefits Summary

Definition and Class Characteristics Do you have a desire to better the lives of the children of Nevada County? Join the team of Social Workers in the Child Welfare Services division of the Nevada County Department of Social Services! Our team of knowledgeable and experienced social workers handle case management services for Child Welfare clients under general supervision. The Social Worker III receives more difficult assignments than a Social Worker I or II, requiring greater skill and depth of job knowledge in assessing problem situations and formulating plans for services. There is a need for knowledge of current problems and methodology in the field of public social services. The ideal candidate develops and carries out social treatment plans for an assigned caseload; ensures all services are delivered in a respectful, culturally sensitive and appropriate manner and in conformance with agency, state and federal requirements; assists clients and family members in developing strategies to accomplish case plan goals. Some skills that are essential to this position include, but are not limited to: Socio-economic conditions and trends Basic principles of individual and group behavior Current issues in the field of social welfare Principles of analysis and problem-solving methodology Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a high-performing organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides significant programming to keep us safe and healthy. We are an equal opportunity employer. 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. Read the full job description here .Closing Date/Time: 10/27/2020 5:00 PM Pacific

Description HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY The El Dorado County Health And Human Services Agency is committed to transforming lives and improving futures for the citizens of El Dorado County. Their programs and services include: Behavioral Health, Public Health, Community and Social Services. Their over 600 employees are dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of those in their communities. SOCIAL SERVICES, ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES The Health and Human Services Agency's Social Services Division provides both Adult and Children's protective services.Adult Protective Services provides assistance to elderly and dependent adults who are functionally impaired, unable to meet their own needs or are victims of abuse, neglect or exploitation. THE OPPORTUNITY Useyour skills as a Social Worker to assist the older and dependant members of your community. You will have the opportunity to carrya complex and difficult caseload involving the determination of need for supportive social services for individuals and families, as well asperformassessments and eligibility determinations involving individualized case plans and application of casework methods. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to: Receiveand respondto reports of suspected abuse, neglect, and exploitation; obtaininformation from reporters; personally investigateand assessesituations to protect vulnerable adults Developand carryout case plans for an assigned caseload; ensureall services are delivered in a respectful, culturally sensitive, and appropriate manner and in conformance with agency, state, and federal requirements; assists clients and family members to develop strategies to accomplish case plan goals. Counselor supportclients with complex or specialized needs; providecrisis intervention. Referclients to other staff members or to community resources for direct and intensive services and specialized counseling; advocateon clients behalf for most appropriate services including enabling services. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The Adult Protective Services Program (APS) serves older(65 years and older) and dependent adults (18 - 64 who are disabled), when these adults are unable to meet their own needs, or are victims of abuse, neglect or exploitation.APS works collaboratively with community partners including law enforcement and other first responders,hospitals and community service agencies and educates the public about reporting requirements and responsibilities under the Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse Reporting laws and brings greaterawareness to the issues of abuse, neglect and exploitation. The ideal Social Worker/candidate for this position will have a demonstrated history of and be committed to working with the older and dependent adult populations, particularly those who have been victims of abuse, neglect and/or exploitation.The ideal candidatewill demonstrate the ability to work independently; as well as part of a small, close knit team. Excellent verbal and written communications skills are required. Seeking an experienced Social Worker (i.e. prior APS, Public Guardian or closely related experience) withcomprehensiveassessment skills with older and dependent adults, strong customer serviceskills, and experience working in a case management model where collaboration and customer service comes first. Home visits are required. On Call after hours shifts required on a rotating basis to ensure 24/7 availability. Excellent written and verbal communication skills,, organizationalskillswith a high degree of attention to detail a must. Key factors for successincludebeing a "self-starter" that is able to work independently as well as on a team, who asks questions, make suggestions and knows when it is appropriate to take the initiative are valued attributes. Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations: One (1) year of full-time experience performing journey-level social work case management equivalent to the County's class of Social Worker II; OR Two (2) years of full-time journey-level social work case management experience in a public or private agency*; and Thirty (30) semester units or forty-five (45) quarter units from an accredited college or university, including fifteen (15) semester units or twenty-two and one half (22.5) quarter units in social welfare, social/human services, sociology, or other social or behavioral science.** *Qualifying social work case management includes direct case work management, such as: assessment, evaluation; conducting investigations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation; preparing court reports; responsibility for a long term caseload, monitoring compliance through home visits and other personal contact; collaboration with other agencies and linking clients to resources and programs; development of a case plan, modification of case plans as needed/required; and authority to impose sanctions or implement actions that impact services. ** Examples of acceptable social or behavioral science courses include: anthropology, criminal justice, ethnic studies, human development, human services, psychology, social welfare, and sociology. Licenses and Certifications: Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California or Nevada Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record. Click here to view the minimum qualifications for Social Worker III, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION Apply online by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Heather Andersen in Human Resources at heather.andersen@edcgov.us. RECRUITMENT PROCESS The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process. Training and Experience Review (Weighted 100%): A training and experience review consists of candidates responding to supplemental questions on the job application. A subject matter expert will evaluate each candidate's responses based on predetermined criteria. The subject matter experts are not granted access to the candidate's application; therefore, responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough, detailed, and complete. For more information on the recruitment process click here . Based on the hiring department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Social Worker IV.This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. The Health and Human Services Agency's Adult Protective Services Division currently has one (1) full time vacancy located in Placerville, Ca. Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just: 40 miles to Downtown Sacramento 50 miles to Sacramento International Airport 129 miles to San Francisco Here area few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County: Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports Skiing and Snowboarding Live Music and Music Festivals Local Craft Breweries and Wineries El Dorado County Fair Placerville Speedway Races Farm to Fork Restaurants Small Business Shops CHECK OUT OUR VIDEO TO LEARN MORE! Click here for Frequently Asked Questions. The County of El Dorado is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs, including but not limited to marijuana; a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer. Closing Date/Time: 10/29/2020 11:59 PM Pacific

The Position Bargaining Unit: Local 1021 - Social Services Rank & File Unit Do you have a passion for helping others? Do you want to make a difference in people's lives? Come join a team committed to helping individuals and families live their best lives! Social Worker II vacancies are available on the Employment and Human Services Department (EHSD) and the Contra Costa County Public Defender's Office. ASSIGNMENTS IN THE EMPLOYMENT AND HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT (EHSD) The Contra Costa County Employment and Human Services Department (EHSD) is recruiting to fill Social Worker II vacancies within Aging and Adult Services, Children and Family Services, and Whole Person Care Community Connect. This position will be assigned complex and specialized caseloads which require professional skills gained through graduate studies or extensive on-the-job training. In this position, you will be working directly with individuals or entire family systems with challenging dynamics that include abuse and/or neglect with the goal of preserving or restoring baseline functioning for the identified client system. If assigned to the Children and Family Services Bureau, you will work in the areas of Abuse/Neglect Investigations, Case Management, Juvenile Court, Out-of-Home Placements, Family Reunification/Maintenance, Independent Living Program, Foster Home Licensing and Adoptions. If assigned to the Adult Protective Services, you will be responsible for investigating and mitigating abuse and neglect of elderly and dependent adults. If assigned to Whole Person Care CommunityConnect, you will be responsible for providing case management and care coordination for enrolled clients served by the County Health Care System. A bilingual differential is available for positions and incumbents designated as bilingual and meet the qualifications. The Social Worker II position is a flexibly-staffed position that offers a promotional opportunity to the Social Worker III class when all the minimum qualifications are met. Applicants interested in the Social Worker III recruitment must complete and submit a separate application for Social Worker III. Contra Costa County offers a wide range of competitive benefit options to meet the needs of our diverse workforce and their families. For general county benefits information, visit our Benefits page at: CCC Employee Benefits . Are you curious about a day in the life of a Social Worker? Check out a couple of the Social Worker profile videos! Adult Protective Services We are looking for someone who has: Knowledge and ability to learn and apply complex laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to clients Strong analytical, organizational and time management skills Excellent interpersonal skills when working with diverse clients of various ages, socio-economic backgrounds, cultures, and mental and/or physical capabilities Strong ability to work collaboratively with other professionals in order to meet the needs of a shared client Great communication skills Tech-savvy skills and ability to learn and use specialized software programs A few reasons you might love the job: Opportunity to compassionately support children, elders/dependent adults and families It's more than a desk job! Travel throughout the beautiful East Bay and neighboring counties to meet with clients and community partners Work and network with dedicated professionals who share the same passion for public service Career growth and upward mobility within the department Supportive and respectful working environment that values work-life balance A few challenges you might face in this job: Fast-paced environment Meeting mandated deadlines (such as court) Identifying ways to navigate limited resources and services while still meeting clients' identified goals and needs Keeping up with many changing State mandates and policies ASSIGNMENTS IN THE PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE Come join the Contra Costa Public Defenders (CCPD) Office and be part of an interdisciplinary team that utilizes a holistic approach to ensure justice and help achieve the best possible outcome for adults and juveniles charged with crimes. CCPD Social workers assist staff attorneys in their representation of our clients in a variety of ways, including: Writing biopsychosocial reports and assessments of clients Identifying available social services in the community and connecting clients with those services Identifying issues of concern that may have led the person to involvement in the criminal justice system Developing plans to help people reintegrate with their communities after incarceration Advocating for community-based solutions as alternatives to custody We are looking for someone who has: The ability to work well with persons from diverse backgrounds and socio-economic statuses An understanding of the role of the public defender in advocating for indigent persons accused of crimes Great communications skills, oral and written The ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments To read the complete job description, please visit the website, www.cccounty.us/hr . The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six months. EXAM DATES Tentative Written Exams: December 2020 (For applications received 8/10/20 - 11/15/20) March 2021 (For applications received 11/16/20 - 2/14/21) June 2021 (For applications received 2/15/21 - 5/9/21) Minimum Qualifications License Required: Possession of a Valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of State valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License will be accepted during the application process. Education: Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in social work, sociology, counseling or psychology, with a specialization in marriage, family and children or in a major within the social/human services field. Substitution for Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in psychology, sociology, social welfare or a closely related field and three (3) years of full-time or its equivalent experience as either a social caseworker in a public or private human services agency or as a Deputy Probation Officer performing juvenile investigations or supervision may be substituted for the required education. Selection Process Application Filing: All applicants must apply on-line at www.cccounty.us/hr and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date. Application Evaluation: Depending on the number of applications received, an Application Evaluation Board may be convened to evaluate and select the best-qualified candidates for invitation to the next phase of the examination. Written Examination: May include multiple-choice questions, writing proficiency test, and scenario based competency/behavioral questions. Test items may consist of the following assessment categories: Assessment, Interpersonal, Interpreting Policies and Procedure,Investigative,Psycho-Social, andWritten Communication. (Weighted 100%). The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices. CONVICTION HISTORY After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. 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 It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

Description HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY The El Dorado County Health And Human Services Agency is committed to transforming lives and improving futures for the citizens of El Dorado County. Their programs and services include: Behavioral Health, Public Health, Community and Social Services. Their over 600 employees are dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of those in their communities. SOCIAL SERVICES, CHILD WELFARE DIVISION The Health and Human Services Agency's Social Services Division provides both Adult and Children's protective services.Child Protective Services helpsto identify, treat and reduce child abuse and neglect, and to ensure reasonable efforts are made to protect and maintain children in their homes. THE OPPORTUNITY Use your skills as a Social Worker toto assist children and familiesin your community. You will have the opportunity toperformcasework of an advanced nature dealing with complex individual and family problems andundertakeintensive treatment plans and counseling requiring professional knowledge and training. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to: Performcase studies for the purpose of assessing problems and determining appropriate types and methods of treatment. Carriya caseload of more difficult types of social services cases requiring a high degree of technical competence, such as situations where environmental forces affect family life. Receiveand respondto reports of suspected abuse; obtains information from reporters; personally investigateand assesssituations to protect vulnerable adults and children, and recommendalternate placement; may provide information to law enforcement or district attorneys; may be required to work on-call; may testify in court. Developintensive long- or short-term treatment plans, which require a comprehensive fund of professional knowledge with the aim of improving or restoring individual or family functioning. Ensureall services are delivered in a respectful, culturally sensitive, and appropriate manner and in conformance with agency, state, and federal requirements. May perform specific types of counseling and support to clients with complex or specialized needs incapable of self-care. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal Social Worker IV candidate has knowledge/skills applicable to child welfare, including case management, Substance Use Disorders, and Behavioral Health, and possesses strong written communication skills. Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations: Education and Experience: A master's degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university; -OR- A master's degree from an accredited two (2) year counseling program*; -OR- One (1) year of full-time experience performing advanced journey-level social work case management equivalent to the County's class of Social Worker III in a public or private agency; and A master's degree in social or behavioral science, psychology, anthropology, sociology, or counseling education. *Qualifying counseling degrees from a two (2) year counseling program includes: Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Counseling, Mental Health Counseling, Addiction Counseling, Gerontology, or Counseling Psychology. Licenses and Certifications: Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California or Nevada Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record. Click here to view the minimum qualifications for Social Worker IV, as well as they physical, environmental, and working conditions. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION Apply online by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Heather Andersen in Human Resources at heather.andersen@edcgov.us. RECRUITMENT PROCESS The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process. Training and Experience Review (Weighted 100%): A training and experience review consists of candidates responding to supplemental questions on the job application. A subject matter expert will evaluate each candidate's responses based on predetermined criteria. The subject matter experts are not granted access to the candidate's application; therefore, responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough, detailed, and complete. For more information on the recruitment process click here . Based on the hiring department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Social Worker IV.This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. The Health and Human Services Agency's Child Welfare Divisionin currently has one (1) full time vacancy located in South Lake Tahoe, Ca. Click here for Frequently Asked Questions. The County of El Dorado is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs, including but not limited to marijuana; a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer. Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just: 40 miles to Downtown Sacramento 50 miles to Sacramento International Airport 129 miles to San Francisco Here area few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County: Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports Skiing and Snowboarding Live Music and Music Festivals Local Craft Breweries and Wineries El Dorado County Fair Placerville Speedway Races Farm to Fork Restaurants Small Business Shops CHECK OUT OUR VIDEO TO LEARN MORE! Closing Date/Time: 10/27/2020 11:59 PM Pacific

Introduction Definition Plus $ 2.00 / Hour Extra Help Differential THE JOB: The Parks Department is hiring Recreation Leaders of all levels for our Learning and Enrichment Camps. Camps will be small, stable groups of school-age children to support Distance Learning and provide enriching activities. Under supervision, perform duties related to recreational, cultural and park operational programs for children and adults at a variety of sites; and do other work as required. Employment Standards THE REQUIREMENTS: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these would be: Parks, Recreation & Cultural Worker III: The full-time equivalent of six months experience, which demonstrates the required knowledge and abilities for the particular assignment/program. Prior supervisory experience may be required for certain positions. Special Requirements: License, Certificate Requirements: Some positions may require possession of a valid California class C driver license. Some positions may require possession of the equivalent to a valid First Aid Certificate, and Infant and two person CPR certificates to be obtained within the first three months of employment. Background Investigation: Fingerprinting is required for some positions. Special Working Conditions: Some positions may involve exposure to variable temperatures and weather conditions; strong and unpleasant odors and fumes; noise from children; allergens such as poison oak, pollen, and bee stings; pool chemical fluctuations which might cause irritation to eyes and skin; and the possibility of administering first aid which may involve exposure to infections which might cause chronic disease or death. Other Special Requirements: Availability to work variable schedules including evenings, weekends and holidays. Knowledge: Working knowledge of the program area to which assigned. Some knowledge of supervision may be required for some positions. Ability to: For all positions with I as trainee, II as second level, III as journey, and IV as advanced journey; communicate effectively with those contacted in the course of business including participants, staff, parents, and the public; write clearly and concisely; maintain a professional demeanor; accept constructive criticism and direction from supervisors; understand and follow oral and written instructions; maintain a clean and orderly work site. For levels III and IV additional ability to Supervise, evaluate, and train lower level staff and volunteers. For Recreation assignments additional ability to actively motivate program participants. Effectively deal with stressful and emergency situations. For some assignments administer first aid; hear and distinguish a variety of sounds such as those of participants in need of assistance in a noisy environment, fire alarms, and approaching vehicles or equipment, which might pose a danger; see program participants in need of assistance from near and far distances; speak loudly in order to warn program participants of impending danger. Benefits EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: This recruitment is for extra-help (temporary) employment that is of limited duration. Extra-help employees are used for employment on short-term projects; on a seasonal basis to meet recurrent work peaks; employment on an as-needed basis to meet peak workload, emergency, or other unusual situations. Extra-help employees cannot work more than 999 hours in a fiscal year and are covered by Social Security. Selection Plan THE EXAMINATION: Your application and supplemental questionnaire will be reviewed to determine if you have met the education, experience, training and/or licensing requirements as stated on the job announcement. If you meet these criteria and are one of the best qualified, you may be required to compete in any combination of written, oral and/or performance examinations or a competitive evaluation of training and experience as described on your application and supplemental questionnaire. You must pass all components of the examination to be placed on the eligible list. The examination may be eliminated if there are ten or fewer qualified applicants. If the eligible list is established without the administration of the announced examination, the life of the eligible list will be six months and your overall score will be based upon an evaluation of your application and supplemental questionnaire. If during those six months it is necessary to administer another examination for this job class, you will be invited to take the examination to remain on the eligible list. HOW TO APPLY: Apply Online Now! Click on the link below; or print out an application and supplemental questionnaire and mail/bring them to: Santa Cruz County Personnel Department, 701 Ocean Street, Room 510, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060. For information, call (831) 454-2600. Hearing Impaired TDD/TTY: 711. Applications will meet the final filing date if received in one of the following ways: 1) in the Personnel Department by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date, 2) submitted online before midnight of the final filing date. Women, minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you have a disability that requires test accommodation, please call (831) 454-2600. To comply with the 1986 Immigration Reform and Control Act, Santa Cruz County verifies that all new employees are either U.S. citizens or persons authorized to work in the U.S. Note: Provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. County of Santa Cruz www.santacruzcountyjobs.com An Equal Opportunity Employer LIVE Here WORK Here PLAY Here Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Position Information Are you anexperienced Social Worker ready to help with the fight against COVID-19? $28.01 - $34.04 Hourly Plus, an additional $1.15/hour bilingual premium for bilingualassignments The Social Service Worker II will be providing support to the COVID nursing staff by administering case management to clients. These positions will make referrals to culturally-appropriate community resources and perform related duties of fundamental social casework. The SSW II is responsible for an assigned caseload of clients and closely supervised by the Supervising Public Health nursing staff assigned to the COVID-19 Unit. Bilingual Spanish/English skillsare highly desired, but not required for all positions. An examination will be conducted prior to employment to confirm skill levelfor bilingual positions. The bilingual premium pay begins upon the assignment of bilingual work. Please Note: This is a continuous recruitment. It may close without notice, at any time, once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Thesepositions will be filled at either the I or II level. If you are interested in applying at the I level as well,you will need to apply to the separate, concurrent recruitment being conducted for that level. The Social Service Worker II is the journey level class in the social work series. Incumbents in this class work with clients and cases covering a broad range of problems. Supervision is available from a unit supervisor and consultation and guidance is available from the next higher level of Social Worker III. This class is distinguished from Social Service Worker I in that the I is a trainee, and from Social Service Worker III in that the III is a specialist or lead worker. Duties for these positons include: Assisting in sorting incoming referrals from the COVID-19 Unit nurses and other staff as identified Carrying out telephone or other screenings with clients Becoming knowledgeable on culturally-appropriate community resources to assists with referrals Providing general or more specialized follow up for nursing staff Communicating byphone calls, emails, and faxes to coordinate services Discussing current and/or emerging community case problems with nursing services staff and Supervising Public Health Nurses Other typical duties of these positions include: Completing ongoing referral assignments in a timely and comprehensive fashion; and assuring appropriate assessment of more complex needs when necessary Identifying and researching more creative approaches when difficult circumstances are identified Educating other team members about new or changing community services and resources; coaching other staff how to meet or alleviate more general needs during initial interviews when possible Identifying ways to assess and improve the effectiveness of the in-house referral process for appropriate matching of community services with individuals within an environment of changing conditions and needs Conducting training for team members, as needed, and providing input to supervisors for evaluations and assignments for other staff, when appropriate Demonstrating leadership in reviewing and assistingCommunity Health Wokers and Community Health WorkerSpecialists (or newer or lower level Social Service Workers) to assure that correct and appropriate information is provided at all levels of client contact EXTRA-HELP EMPLOYMENT Extra-help employees relieve or augment permanent staff. Temporary, extra-help employees are not in the classified civil service and do not have property rights to permanently allocated positions. In addition, they do not receive most employee benefits such as: long-term disability insurance coverage; accrual of vacation; participation in the County retirement program; or eligibility to take promotional examinations. Temporary, extra-help employees are limited in their employment to a maximum of one calendar year. These employees must be off of work for three months before they can be re-employed on an extra help basis. Extra-help employees who meet the eligibility requirements may qualify for aCounty contribution towardmedical coverage. This employment list may also be used to fill future extra-helppositions as they occur during the active status of the list. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, graduation from college, with a degree in social work, sociology, psychology or other behavioral science; and one year experience at the level of Social Service Worker I. OR Academic course work at a college or university in social work, psychology, sociology, and other behavior science; and two years of experience as an Eligibility Worker, Social Service Aide, Community Worker, or related class in a county public welfare agency; and one year at the Social Service Worker I level would provide such opportunity. License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Working knowledge of: the basic principles and theories of sociology and psychology including abnormal psychology, human growth and development, group and family dynamics; basic principles and techniques of interviewing and recording social case work; basic principles of individual and group behavior; provisions of federal, state, and local welfare programs and the laws, rules and regulations governing their applications; community organizations and resources, socio-economic conditions and trends. Ability to : assess and evaluate data and develop an effective course of action; apply laws, rules, and regulations to welfare department operation; interpret social service programs to applicants, recipients, and the public; make effective use of resources and services in the community; develop and maintain effective working relationships with clients, departmental staff, public and private social service agencies, community based organizations and the public; control personal bias and to apply social work ethics; communicate clearly, both orally and in writing; keep detailed records and prepare reports and correspondence; input data, reports and narratives into a computer system. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all your employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application and should be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting a Jobwith the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the application, examination, and department selection processes. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal (pass/not pass) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's combination of educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position to ensure satisfaction of the minimum qualifications for this position.Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications for the position will be placed on an extra-help employment list and referred to the department.The department may contact candidates from the employment list who possess the most appropriate job-related qualifications for further consideration. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A background investigation is required prior to employment.Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation.Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy.Reference information will not be made available to applicants. Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer are contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted on-line at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Continuousrecruitmentsmay close without notice at any time that a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people.Please view the County's Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for further information. HR Analyst: DP HR Technician: KC

Introduction THIS POSITION REQUIRES TRAVEL THAT MAY INCLUDE OVERNIGHT STAYS; WORKING NIGHTS AND/OR WEEKENDS. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Clinical Health Facility Surveyor III providing support to Medical Facilities. This is a classified position (PINs 34002842; 34001833; 34000948) in state government, located in Oklahoma City, OK. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [click here] . The annual salary for this position is up to $58,539.87 based on education and experience. This position reports daily to the Central Office in Oklahoma City. Position Description This position is responsible for performing duties related to survey activities for non-long term care medical facilities in the State of Oklahoma to determine compliance in order to meet federal and state mandated workloads. This position has a preferred qualification Registered Nurse with valid permanent Oklahoma license as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing to practice professional nursing or, Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC). Applicants who demonstrate they possess the minimum qualifications (education and experience requirements) and the preferred qualification will be given additional consideration during the interview process. Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed an office setting or medical facility type setting with climate controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. BASIC PURPOSE Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for performing technical licensure, certification surveys, and complaint investigations for a variety of health facilities; evaluating the care provided residents/patients/clients by licensed or registered facility staff; and providing consultative and technical assistance to health facilities and laboratories regarding professional standards of practice; and ensuring compliance with federal and state laws and regulations. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Clinical Health Facility Surveyor job family consists of four levels which are distinguished by the depth and breadth of accountability, the expertise required to perform assigned duties and the responsibility assigned for providing leadership and supervision to others. Because of the experience and knowledge required to evaluate the provision of clinical and laboratory services provided by licensed or registered health care professionals, entry into this job family is at the career level. Level III: At this level incumbents work with the highest degree of independence and autonomy with minimal review or oversight and may serve as the team leader. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level III: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of registration as a Medical Technologist with the American Society of Clinical Pathologists, plus six (6) years experience as a Registered Medical technologist; OR a bachelor's degree and possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a medical practitioner issued by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure, plus six (6) years of professional experience as a licensed medical practitioner; OR possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a social worker issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers, plus six (6) years of professional experience as a licensed social worker; OR possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing to practice practical nursing, or, Licensed Practical Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) and eight (8) years of experience as a licensed practical nurse in a health care setting; OR possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing to practice professional nursing, or, Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) and seven (7) of experience as a registered nurse or a bachelor's degree in nursing and six (6) years of experience as a registered nurse; OR a combination equivalent of education substituting the completion of a post baccalaureate degree for one year only of the required experience. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE CLOSED AT ANY TIME. DEFINITION MHCI Under general direction, to provide assessments, diagnoses, prognoses, counseling and psychotherapeutic treatment for Mental Health Department clients; to provide education, consultation services, and training for other staff, community agencies, and the public; and to do related work as required. DEFINITION MHCII This is the advanced-level professional Mental Health Clinician classification. Individuals that occupy the level-2 have completed the BBS requirements to possess the BBS licensed clinician credentials designation (LCSW, or LMFT). Incumbents have responsibility for independently providing a variety of mental health services for individuals and groups. Incumbents are required to develop case service plans, identify appropriate treatment methods, and use a variety of applied psychotherapeutic techniques. DEFINITION MHCIII Under general direction, to provide assessments, diagnoses, prognoses, counseling and psychotherapeutic treatment for Mental Health Department clients; to provide education, consultation services, and training for other staff, community agencies, and the public; and to do related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS MHCI This is an entry level professional Mental Health Clinician classification and typically the individual that meets the qualifications for this position is an unlicensed clinician that meets the requirements to be and is registered with the State Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW), or Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT). Individuals occupying the Mental Health Clinician -I of the classification series typically have not completed the BBS required number of clinical service delivery hours working under the supervision of an assigned Licensed Clinician as required by the BBS. A Mental Health Clinician -I completes clinical service delivery repsonsbiltites under the supervision of a Licensed Clinician assigned by the department to provided unlicensed clinician supervision. Individuals in this job classification series have responsibility for providing a variety of mental health services for individuals and groups. Such individuals are also required to develop case service plans, identify appropriate treatment methods, and use a variety of applied psychotherapeutic techniques. Upon successful completion of State Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) licensing exams and the awarding of Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist designation, incumbents may be promoted to the Mental Health Clinician level II. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS MHCII This is the advanced-level professional Mental Health Clinician classification. Individuals that occupy the level-2 have completed the BBS requirements to possess the BBS licensed clinician credentials designation (LCSW, or LMFT). Incumbents have responsibility for independently providing a variety of mental health services for individuals and groups. Incumbents are required to develop case service plans, identify appropriate treatment methods, and use a variety of applied psychotherapeutic techniques. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS MHCIII This is an advanced journey-level professional providing mental health services as part of a multi-disciplinary team under general supervision. Increments in this classification demonstrate a greater skill and depth of the job knowledge in the assortments, and are able to independently perform most complex clinical and case management assignments. Individuals that occupy the level-III have possessed the BBS licensed clinician credentials designation (LCSW, or LMFT) for a minimum of one year. Incumbents have responsibility for independently providing a variety of mental health services for individuals and groups. Incumbents are required to develop case service plans, identify appropriate treatment methods, and use a variety of applied psychotherapeutic techniques. Demonstrates leadership within the multi-disciplinary team. Incumbents in the Level -III classification series may be required and assigned to provide consultation for other Mental Health Clinicians in the Mental Health Clinicians at the level-I and II in the clinician series. Incumbents in the Level-3 classification series after hour's crisis response duty s may also be assigned to be a clinical consultant for other clinicians that may include being the clinical consult contact staff as needed, for other clinicians fulfilling after hours crisis response duty. Incumbents in the Level-III classification series may also be assigned to fulfill after hours crisis response duty. REPORTS TO Assistant Director of Behavioral Health, Director of Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor or designee CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED MHCI This is not a supervisory classification. CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED MHCII/III May serve as lead clinician TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers and FAX. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in an office, clinic, home, school, or community environments; work is performed with people who may exhibit unstable and potentially violent behavior; continuous contact with other staff and the public. Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills MHCI (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.) Meets with individuals, families, and groups in clinic, home, schools, and community settings to develop client centered service plans; Provides direction for client mental health and community activities; Assists clients with understanding their problems and developing plans to resolve them; Provides a variety of Mental Health counseling and therapy for clients and their families; Works with clients' families to secure their cooperation in treatment programs; Advises clients on available community resources and serves as a liaison with organizations and service agencies; Makes referrals and other arrangements for client treatment and service, as necessary; Serves as a consultant for other Mental Health staff; prepares and present progress reports on assigned cases; Cooperates with professionals from other disciplines in the development of team and collaborative diagnoses and treatment programs; Develops recommendations for discharge and follow-up treatment planning for clients and their families; May be assigned administrative responsibilities, including scheduling and case assignments; Performs crisis intervention; Performs involuntary hospitalization assessments and arranges for hospitalization, if necessary, may serve as an expert witness in court cases; Other duties as assigned. MHCII (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.) Meets with individuals, families, and groups in clinic, home, schools, and community settings to develop client centered service plans; Provides direction for client mental health and community activities; Assists clients with understanding their problems and developing plans to resolve them; Provides a variety of Mental Health counseling and therapy for clients and their families; Works with clients' families to secure their cooperation in treatment programs; Advises clients on available community resources and serves as a liaison with organizations and service agencies; Makes referrals and other arrangements for client treatment and service, as necessary; Serves as a consultant for other Mental Health staff; prepares and present progress reports on assigned cases; Cooperates with professionals from other disciplines in the development of team and collaborative diagnoses and treatment programs; Develops recommendations for discharge and follow-up treatment planning for clients and their families; may be assigned administrative responsibilities, including scheduling and case assignments; Performs crisis intervention; Performs involuntary hospitalization assessments and arranges for hospitalization, if necessary, may serve as an expert witness in court cases; Other duties as assigned. MCIII (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.) Independently assess, evaluates, and provides mental health and/or substance abuse services including individual, group, and family therapy/counselling, rehabilitation, crises intervention, and case management services for persons with serious mental illnesses or youth with serious emotional disturbance utilizing culturally sensitive, client/family-centered, strength-based well ness and recovery models of service delivery. Meets with individuals, families, and groups in clinic, home, schools, and community settings to develop client centered service plans; Provides direction for client mental health and community activities; Assists clients with understanding their problems and developing plans to resolve them; Provides a variety of Mental Health counseling and therapy for clients and their families; Works with clients' families to secure their cooperation in treatment programs; Advises clients on available community resources and serves as a liaison with organizations and service agencies; Collaborates with other support agencies and community organizations. Makes referrals and other arrangements for client treatment and service, as necessary; Serves as a consultant for other Mental Health staff; prepares and present progress reports on assigned cases; Cooperates with professionals from other disciplines in the development of team and collaborative diagnoses and treatment programs; Develops recommendations for discharge and follow-up treatment planning for clients and their families; may be assigned administrative responsibilities, including scheduling and case assignments; Assist in the development and monitoring of policies and procedures as assigned. Performs crisis intervention; Performs involuntary hospitalization assessments and arranges for hospitalization, if necessary, may serve as an expert witness in court cases; Develops and participates in training on a verity of topics such as cultural competency, clinical practice, compliance, treatments planning, case management and makes presentations to local agencies and community groups regarding issues related to mental health and or substance abuse. Other duties as assigned. Minimum qualifications & Requirements Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Special Requirements: Possession of a license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or as a Marriage and Family Counselor issued by the State of California. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License. Mental Health Clinician I Experience : Two years of professional experience working in mental health counseling, psychotherapy, and related social services in a public or certified private welfare or health agency. AND Education : Equivalent to a Master's degree in psychology, social work, marriage and family counseling, or a related field from an accredited college or university. Mental Health Clinician II Education : Equivalent to a Master's degree in psychology, social work, marriage and family counseling, or a related field from an accredited college or university. AND Experience : One year as a Mental Health Clinician I with the County of San Benito. OR Three years of professional experience working in mental health counseling, psychotherapy, and related social services in a public or certified private welfare or health agency. Mental Health Clinician III Education : Equivalent to a Master's degree in psychology, social work, marriage and family counseling, or a related field from an accredited college or university. AND Experience : One year as a Mental Health Clinician II with the County of San Benito. OR Three years of professional experience working in mental health counseling, psychotherapy, and related social services in a public or certified private welfare or health agency. Supplemental information MHCI Knowledge of : Principles, techniques and trends in counseling, psychotherapy, and various treatment modalities. Biological, behavioral and environmental aspects of emotional disturbances, mental disability, retardation, and substance abuse. The scope and activities of public and private health and welfare agencies and other available community resources. Identification of individual, social, and environmental problems and their analysis and resolution in existing social contexts. Legislative and administrative rules and regulations pertaining to Lanterman-Petris-Short and Short-Doyle services. Ability to : Perform a variety of complex psychiatric social work and psychotherapy for Mental Health Department clients. Develop clear and comprehensive case records and documentation. Develop and maintain cooperative, constructive relationships with families of clients, members of other professional disciplines, social agencies, and other staff. Prepare treatment plans, client treatment recommendations, and a variety of reports. Organize and manage a caseload. Define a therapist's role and deal with clients in a variety of circumstances and settings in accordance with professional standards and ethics. Conceptualize and prioritize the problems of mentally disordered persons, determining their needs, services, and appropriate treatment methods. Integrate a number of clinical approaches into a treatment plan. Recognize a potential crisis and deliver crisis intervention services. Handle stress and unstable client behavior. Work with people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Effectively represent the Mental Health Department in contacts with clients, the public, community organizations, other County staff, and other government agencies. MHCII Knowledge of: Principles, techniques and trends in counseling, psychotherapy, and various treatment modalities. Biological, behavioral and environmental aspects of emotional disturbances, mental disability, retardation, and substance abuse. The scope and activities of public and private health and welfare agencies and other available community resources. Identification of individual, social, and environmental problems and their analysis and resolution in existing social contexts. Legislative and administrative rules and regulations pertaining to Lanterman-Petris- Short and Short-Doyle services. Ability to : Perform a variety of complex psychiatric social work and psychotherapy for Mental Health Department clients. Develop clear and comprehensive case records and documentation. Develop and maintain cooperative, constructive relationships with families of clients, members of other professional disciplines, social agencies, and other staff. Prepare treatment plans, client treatment recommendations, and a variety of reports. Organize and manage a caseload. Define a therapist's role and deal with clients in a variety of circumstances and settings in accordance with professional standards and ethics. Conceptualize and prioritize the problems of mentally disordered persons, determining their needs, services and appropriate treatment methods. Integrate a number of clinical approaches into a treatment plan. Recognize a potential crisis and deliver crisis intervention services. Handle stress and unstable client behavior. Work with people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Effectively represent the Mental Health Department in contacts with clients, the public, community organizations, other County staff, and other government agencies. MHCIII Knowledge of : Principles, techniques and trends in counseling, psychotherapy, and various treatment modalities. Biological, behavioral and environmental aspects of emotional disturbances, mental disability, retardation, and substance abuse. The scope and activities of public and private health and welfare agencies and other available community resources. Identification of individual, social, and environmental problems and their analysis and resolution in existing social contexts. Legislative and administrative rules and regulations pertaining to Lanterman-Petris-Short and Short-Doyle services. Ability to : Perform a variety of complex psychiatric social work and psychotherapy for Mental Health Department clients. Develop clear and comprehensive case records and documentation. Develop and maintain cooperative, constructive relationships with families of clients, members of other professional disciplines, social agencies, and other staff. Prepare treatment plans, client treatment recommendations, and a variety of reports. Organize and manage a caseload. Define a therapist's role and deal with clients in a variety of circumstances and settings in accordance with professional standards and ethics. Conceptualize and prioritize the problems of mentally disordered persons, determining their needs, services, and appropriate treatment methods. Integrate a number of clinical approaches into a treatment plan. Recognize a potential crisis and deliver crisis intervention services. Handle stress and unstable client behavior. Work with people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Effectively represent the Mental Health Department in contacts with clients, the public, community organizations, other County staff, and other government agencies. In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Introduction THESE POSITIONS REQUIRE EXTENSIVE TRAVEL THAT MAY INCLUDE OVERNIGHT STAYS; WORKING NIGHTS AND/OR WEEKENDS. This announcement is being used to fill multiple positions and will be open until any vacant positions are filled. Please be advised that applications will periodically be considered, as such these positions could be filled any time before the closing date. Duty station will be determined upon hire . The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Clinical Health Facility Surveyor III providing support to Protective Health Services/Long Term Care. This is an unclassified position in state government. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $58,540.02, based on education and experience. Position Description Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for performing technical licensure, certification surveys, and complaint investigations for a variety of health facilities; evaluating the care provided residents/patients/clients by licensed or registered facility staff; and providing consultative and technical assistance to health facilities and laboratories regarding professional standards of practice; and ensuring compliance with federal and state laws and regulations. At this level incumbents work with the highest degree of independence and autonomy with minimal review or oversight and may serve as the team leader. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of registration as a Medical Technologist with the American Society of Clinical Pathologists, plus six (6) years experience as a Registered Medical technologist; OR a bachelor's degree and possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a medical practitioner issued by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure, plus six (6) years of professional experience as a licensed medical practitioner; OR possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a social worker issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers, plus six (6) years of professional experience as a licensed social worker; OR possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing to practice practical nursing, or, Licensed Practical Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) and eight (8) years of experience as a licensed practical nurse in a health care setting; OR possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing to practice professional nursing, or, Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) and seven (7) of experience as a registered nurse or a bachelor's degree in nursing and six (6) years of experience as a registered nurse; OR a combination equivalent of education substituting the completion of a post baccalaureate degree for one year only of the required experience. This position has a Preferred Qualification: Registered Nurse with a valid permanent Oklahoma license as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing to practice professional nursing. Applicants who demonstrate they possess the minimum qualifications (education and experience requirements) and the preferred qualifications will be given additional consideration during the interview process. Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed an office setting, care facilities or assisted living center type setting with a climate controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points Apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Description The Aging and Adult Services Division of San Mateo County Health is seeking a full-time Deputy Public Guardian Conservator II/III (DPG). Deputy Public Guardians manage the income and assets andcoordinate the care, including the arrangement of placement and treatment, of elderly and gravely disabled persons under the jurisdiction of the Public Guardian as appointed by the Superior Court, attend meetings, and perform various duties of the position, including testifying in Court when needed and participating in Crisis Intervention Training as part of the Lanterman-Petris-Short Act (LPS) unit's outreach and education to local law enforcement agencies, as well as presentations to other community partners. Deputy Public Guardians visit clients on a regular basis, which includes travel to various locations both within and outside of San Mateo County. The current vacancy is in the LPS conservatorship unit, however, this recruitment may be used to fill vacancies in either Probate or the LPS conservatorship unit. DPG II is at the journey level with responsibility for managing estates and providing casework services. DPG II administers complex property and litigation cases and may develop comprehensive care plans. DPG III also provides lead direction to other deputies, serves as liaison with specific County and State facilities, handles those cases that present the greatest liability to the client and/or the County, and may provide 24-hour emergency response services. All DPGs must accept very diverse roles in the areas of estate management and care coordination. This person will report to the Supervising Deputy Public Guardian of Aging and Adult Services. The ideal candidate will be able to develop and maintain collaborative partnerships with a variety of organizations; have strong assessment, investigative, oral and written communication skills; have familiarity with Adult Protective Services (APS), law enforcement, San Mateo County Superior Court system, Behavioral Health and Recovery Services and understanding of the needs of persons suffering from serious mental illness, as well as with asset management and various public benefits programs. Examples of Duties: Finance: Manages and protects the assets, including making and liquidating investments and arranging for sale of real and personal property as appropriate. Collects all income due to the person, secures appropriate benefits and monitors accuracy of benefit amount. Pays all lawful debts. Represents or arranges representation in all legal matters. For example, a client may own real property vested in Trust and live in the residence with 24-hour home health care services in place. The client's liquid assets have depleted. The Deputy Public Guardian may have to facilitate application for a reverse mortgage, identify and marshal Trust and conservatorship assets, and reconcile these two separate legal entities, as well as develop an estate plan, while ensuring that the client receives care appropriate to his/her needs. Client Care Coordination: Arranges for the person's care and protection. Decides where the person will live. Makes arrangements for health care, meals, clothing, personal care, housekeeping, transportation, and recreation. For example, a client in a board and care home or locked facility may be having a behavioral problem. The Deputy Public Guardian will work with the case manager, psychiatrist, social worker, and facility administrator to put together a plan toaddress the client's behavioral issues and may also need to work with the treatment team on finding alternative placement, if needed. Court: Lanterman-Petris-Short Act (LPS) requires the review of client's current needs based on documentation of visits and care conferences, as well as annual report writing regarding that information. Probate requires a review of the past two years of care through the writing of a comprehensive report on financial transactions, social interactions, and medical conditions. SALARY DPG II: $5,948.80 - $7,436.00/month DPG III: $7,016.53 - $8,767.20/month NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Qualifications License: California driver license or equivalent. Education and Experience : Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is: DPG II : Two years of experience coordinating the care and managing the income and assets of elderly and gravely disabled persons; DPG III : Three years of experience coordinating the care and managing the income and assets of elderly and gravely disabled persons. Knowledge of: DPG II/III: Principles, policies, and procedures used in conducting comprehensive assessments of mentally and functionally disabled persons, the elderly, and their families;principles, policies, and procedures used in developing care plans for mentally and functionally disabled persons and the elderly;Welfare and Institutions Code, Lanterman-Petris-Short Act, Probate Code, and other applicable laws and regulations relating to person and estate management; regulations governing Federal Assistance, Social Security benefits, Veterans Administration benefits, and other entitlements; principles and techniques used in estate and financial investigation to determine conservatees' or wards' assets, including real property, stocks, bonds, and bank deposits; functions and procedures of the court system; social and community resources available; and psycho-social, medical, and economic interrelationships that result in individual and social abnormalities; and multi-cultural and ethnic diversity. DPG III: Basic principles and practices of lead work. Skill/Ability to: DPG II/III : Assess problems and take appropriate action, particularly in emergency and/or difficult situations; develop and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with County staff, service providers, assigned agencies, and individuals contacted in the course of the work; work effectively with mentally and emotionally disabled persons, the elderly, and their families; maintain complete and accurate case records; prepare clear, concise written reports; read, interpret, and implement complex written materials; communicate effectively, including speaking clearly and concisely; develop and implement comprehensive case plans; organize and manage large volumes of paperwork; and respond immediately to client needs in the home and/or institutional settings. DPG III: Train employees. Application/Examination Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateoand County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employeeswith at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIUor AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date, will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. Resume or CV will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. The examination process will consist of an application screening (pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification . All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense. IMPORTANT : Applications for this position will only be accepted online . If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. ~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~ Final Filing Date: October 29, 2020 Application Screening: November 4, 2020 Panel Interviews: November 17 and/or 18, 2020 At the County of San Mateo, we take pride in the way our employees bring together their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to serve our community's needs. The County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HRContact: Kristin Herman (10082020) (Deputy Public Guardian Conservator II/III - G217 & G225)

FILING DATE: April 10, 2020 at 8:00 a.m., PST Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: Y9022D TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) i s the second largest health system in the nation, providing compassionate, quality care through its integrated system of hospitals and community-based clinics. DHS annually cares for about 600,000 unique patients, employs over 22,000 staff and has an annual operating budget of $4.3 billion. DHS leads the County's effort to provide health services to the residents of Los Angeles County, of which approximately two million are uninsured. DHS hospitals also conduct post-graduate medical education through university affiliations for interns, residents and fellows to train the physician workforce for tomorrow. THE MISSION: We're remaking the nation's largest county-run correctional health system with a focus on social justice medicine, compassionate whole-person care, community partnership and professional growth. Every day, we put our vision and our values into practice as we strive to improve healthcare for uniquely underserved population. DEFINITION: Plans, organizes and directs a program of clinical social work services for inpatients, outpatients, and their families at a very large County medical center. Essential Job Functions Plans, organizes and directs the clinical and/or psychiatric social work services. Evaluates existing and future clinical and/or psychiatric social work service needs in order to establish goals, objectives and standards for the provision of clinical and/or psychiatric social work services. Delegates to first level supervisors the responsibility for implementing and evaluating the effectiveness of the programs, policies, and procedures pertaining to the delivery of social work services to patients and their families as well as those pertaining to the licensure and certification of professional social work staff. Develops policies and procedures pertaining to the delivery of clinical and/or psychiatric social work services to patients and their families as well as those pertaining to the licensure and certification of professional social work staff. Participates with hospital administration, medical administration, and professional staff of other disciplines in the formulation of programs, policies, and procedures to integrate and coordinate services. Conducts periodic quality assurance meetings with subordinate staff to establish, document, and review quality improvement tends and to implement plans for improvement. Evaluates the performance of subordinate supervisors and reviews all performance evaluations completed by subordinate supervisors. Interviews, selects or approves final appointments of applicants for all clinical and/or psychiatric social work service positions. Provides advice to subordinate supervisors and makes final determinations to resolve employee utilization issues, grievances, and disciplinary actions. Oversees and directs the development of employee orientation and in-service training and student affiliate programs. Interprets social work policies, programs, and procedures to other disciplines, departments, and agencies, organizations and the public. Serves as a technical resource person to community organizations, agencies, and allied health personnel concerning clinical and/or psychiatric social work services and represents the hospital in community meetings concerned with health care services. Reviews preliminary budget information prepared by supervisory staff and determines budgetary requirements for personnel, equipment, and supplies for clinical and/or psychiatric social work services. Compiles the annual budget with justifications for review by the appropriate authority in hospital administration. Directs the maintenance of records and the preparation of reports to ensure quality and accountability in the social work services provided. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: A Master's Degree in Social Work from a graduate school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education followed by nine (9) years of professional medical or psychiatric social work experience in a recognized social service agency, clinic, hospital, or public health agency. Five (5) years of the experience must have been in a supervisory, consultative or administrative capacity at the level of the County of Los Angeles classifications of Clinical Social Work Supervisor ll* or Mental Health Clinical Supervisor**. LICENSE: A valid and active license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. License/Certificate Information: In the license/certificate section of your application, be sure to give the title of your required certificate, number, date issued, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency. PHYSICAL CLASS II: Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Experience at the level of Clinical Social Work Supervisor II in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: supervises the work of professional social work and support staff providing clinical social work services to patients and their families in a small County hospital, a unit of a large County hospital, a large ambulatory care center, or the Children's Medical Services program. **Experience at the level of Mental Health Clinical Supervisor in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: supervises and coordinates multidisciplinary and ancillary support staff in the provision of mental health services to clients. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based upon application information weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the Eligible Register. 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 receiving a passing grade on the examination will be added on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Health Services. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. AVAILABLE SHIFT : Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the green " Apply " button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. 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. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. In order to receive credit for the required degree under the Selection Requirements, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application at the time of filing or email the analyst within 15 calendar days from filing online. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must e-mail the documents to the exam analyst within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order to not have to be disclosed. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. 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 OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Meri Snkhchyan, Exam Analyst (323) 914-8023 msnkhchyan@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7124 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 Closing Date/Time:

EXAM NUMBER b8163A FIRST DAY OF FILING: 04/26/2016 at 8:00 A.M. This examination will remain open until needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity DEFINITION Provides specialized services to departmental multi-disciplinary teams, other County departments, and community agencies in the delivery of mental health treatment. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS Positions allocable to this senior-level class are assigned to a line operation responsible for the delivery of psychological rehabilitation, case management and/or Psychiatric Emergency Service of the Department of Mental Health or to a hospital or clinic of the Department of Health Services. Incumbents assigned to Mental Health Department program support and training provide consultation and training to departmental staff or to staff of other departments and agencies. Incumbents assigned to line operations work as team leaders reporting to a mental health clinical program manager or a physician manager. Positions allocable to hospitals or clinics of the Department of Health Services report to a psychiatrist or other licensed physician, a psychologist, or work at the direction of a rehabilitation therapist, social worker, or registered nurse. Incumbents are typically responsible for providing technical direction to less experienced psychiatric technicians and providing care and protective services to clients most prone to assaultive behavior or requiring more extensive monitoring and review of their condition and progress. Essential Job Functions Administers, either orally or by injection, prescribed medications to clients in acute psychiatric settings. Interviews the clients, family members, and friends to obtain collateral information that may have bearing on the clients, treatment. Makes program services referrals for persons identified as mentally ill. Conducts the auditing of client records for compliance with documentation guidelines. Participates in multidisciplinary team conferences and collaborates with other mental health staff to develop the most effective treatment plan. Provides direct client care, completes required documentation, updates treatment team regarding client progress. Provides client, family members and significant others with referrals and linkage to community resources. Provides consultation to community agencies in the utilization of mental health and support services provided by directly operated clinics, in-patient facilities and contractors of the department. Provides in-service training to departmental staff and volunteers in the identification and treatment of mentally disordered individuals, principles of crisis intervention and management of assaultive behavior. Participates as a member of a Crisis Response Team in an inpatient psychiatric setting. Coordinate the activities of a Psychiatric Mobile Response Team or similar service team with law enforcement, courts, schools and other agencies, to assist and evaluate clients who are deemed to be a danger to themselves or others. Serve as a member of a Homeless Outreach and Engagement Team, providing initial assessments in the field and linking homeless mentally ill to mental health services. Coordinate the work of Psychiatric Technicians or others in the delivery of mental health services at an in-patient or out-patient facility. Coordinate or develop psychological rehabilitation programs for the chronically and persistently mentally ill. Lead and provide technical supervision to lower-level psychiatric technicians and support staff assigned to provide mental health services at an inpatient or outpatient facility. Serve as mental health service gatekeeper at the mental health ACCESS and Telecommunications Center, performing triage on caller requests for service, referring caller to an appropriate treatment source, and/or dispatching a psychiatric mobile response team. Assists Psychiatrists in completing and checking for accuracy on Treatment Authorization Request (TAR) and Prior Authorization (PA) forms. Promptly responds to phone calls / walk ins from clients regarding medication-related issues (i.e. medication side effects, pharmacy dispensing issues, refill needs) and consults with Psychiatrists and/or Register Nurses regarding those issues. Maintains medication inventory, organization, expiration dates, room/refrigerator temperature logs in the Medication Room. Orders supplies for Medication Room (i.e. sharps containers, syringes, needles, gloves, alcohol swabs, etc.) Maintains a caseload of clients and facilitate routine follow up and case management services as needed. Works in conjunction with other team members to facilitate services within Care Clinic Model. Prepares and signs the application for immediate 72-hour detention of disturbed psychiatric clients if Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) designated by the Office of Medical Director. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Two years of experience at the level of Psychiatric Technician II in the County of Los Angeles * . LICENSE(S) REQUIRED Possession of a current, active and valid California State License to practice as a Psychiatric Technician ** . Some positions in this classification, depending upon assignment, require possession of a valid California Class C Driver License to perform job-related essential functions. Candidates offered these positions will be required to show proof of a valid driver license before appointment. PHYSICAL CLASS 4 - Arduous . Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION * Experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Psychiatric Technician II is defined as: Actively participates with professional staff members in the delivery of mental health services or the delivery of indirect and direct patient care to clients who are mentally ill or emotionally disturbed. ** Applicants must submit a legible copy of official proof of the required license at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the time of application submission. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT An evaluation of experience based upon application and Supplemental Questionnaire information weighted 100% Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in order to be placed on the eligible register. 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 receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. Retake: No person may compete for this examination more than once in a twelve (12) month period. SPECIAL INFORMATION Past and present mental health clients and family members are encouraged to apply. AVAILABLE SHIFT Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION The eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Mental Health. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County Employment Application in order to be considered for this examination. Paper applications, resumes, or any unsolicited documents will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online application and Supplemental Questionnaire. We must receive your application by 5:00 pm, Pacific Standard Time (PST), on the last day of filing. INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. Applicants must complete and submit their online applications and upload required documents (e.g. License, Resume, etc.) as attachment(s) during application submission, or send by email to exams@dmh.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days from date of application submission. Indicate the Exam Title on the subject line when sending required documents by email. The acceptance of your application will depend on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements. Utilizing verbiage from bulletin, class specifications, and minimum requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to meet requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified . Your online application must show complete license, education and work experience information necessary to evaluate your qualifications. License information section must show title of license, license number, original date of issue, and expiration date. Education information section must include name and address of school attended, complete dates attended, name of course/s taken, number of units earned, and degree/s earned. Work experience section must include job title, employer name and address, name of work area/facility, actual payroll title held and not the working and/or functional titles, from/to dates of employment including month, day and year, total number of months, total number of hours worked per week - not a range of hours (full or part-time), complete and detailed description of related job duties. If range of hours is provided, experience will be prorated based on the lowest number of hours worked per week. List each job experience separately. All information is subject to verification . Applications may be rejected at any stage of the selection process. 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 number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT 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. DEPARTMENT CONTACT Department Contact Name: Irene San, Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: 213-972-7034 or 213-972-7037 Department Contact Email: exams@dmh.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: 213-972-7034 Teletype Phone: 800-735-2922 California Relay Services Phone: 800-735-2922 Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Introduction THIS IS A NEW CONTINUOUS EXAMINATION . The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year but can be extended.This examination may be reopened as necessary and the names of additional candidates merged onto the existing list according to examination score. APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME . Applications must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Applications will only be accepted on-line . Supplemental Questionnaire : A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Applications will only be accepted on-line. Failure to submit the Application or Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. DESCRIPTION HEALTH CARE SERVICES AGENCY Alameda County's Health Services Program is administered by the Health Care Services Agency and includes the following program areas: Behavioral Health Care Services, Public Health, Environmental Health Services, and Office of the Agency Director. The ultimate mission of the Health Care Services Agency is to provide fully integrated health care services through a comprehensive network of public and private partnerships that ensure optimal health and well-being and respect the diversity of all residents. PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT Alameda County Public Health Department has worked for over 80 years to improve the health and safety of its residents and the neighborhoods they live in. Traditional public health concerns such as disease outbreaks, environmental hazards and access to health care have been joined by contemporary concerns: bioterrorism, crime, violence, and substance abuse. Each of these poses a threat to public health and wellness and calls for short and long-term solutions that lie well outside traditional public health boundaries. For more information about our Alameda County Public Health Department, please visit the Alameda County Public Health Department Website and latest Annual Budget document found on www.acgov.org THE POSITION Registered Nurse IIIs act as lead nurses, assist in providing direction, consultation, coordination and review of the work of professional nursing, and para-professional staff on an assigned team; precept nursing students; plan, implement, monitor and evaluate the delivery of nursing care services to individuals and communities; assist in the management of a program/project; and perform related duties as required. THE VACANCIES The current vacancies for this position are located in the following programs of the Public Health Department; Adult Protective Services, Nurse Family Partnership, Nursing Administration, and Tuberculosis Control (TB). However, the eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in other program areas. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications below, these positions require possession of a current and valid California Public Health Nursing (PHN) certificate issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. ALAMEDA COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH NURSES Public Health Nurses (PHNs) work as part of multidisciplinary teams and are embedded inside well-funded comprehensive programs to ensure that our diverse, low-income, multi-stressed individuals, families, and communities are served in holistic ways. PHNs work in multiple programs/units as case managers, community engagement specialists, consultants, coordinators, educators, health screeners, inspectors, investigators, and vaccinators, in the areas of Children's Medical Services, Central Referral and Intake, Chronic Disease, Communicable Disease, Community Engagement, Immunization Assistance, Correctional Health, Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health, Nurse Education, Nurse Recruitment, Occupational Health, Older Adults and Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response. The Public Health Department maintains a Memorandum of Understanding with the Alameda County Social Services Agency for the provision of PH Nursing services to clients in the Departments of Adult and Aging Services (Adult Protective Services, Public Conservator, Public Guardian, and In-Home Supportive Services) and Children and Family Services (Foster Care Assessment Center and the Medically Fragile and Services to Enhance Early Development Units). Descriptions of some of these program/units are specifically highlighted below: PROGRAM OVERVIEW Adult Protective Services (APS) PHNs provide nursing case management services to clients with complicated chronic medical conditions. These conditions often render the client vulnerable to ongoing abuse and neglect and at risk for additional medical emergencies, further traumatizing clients and creating cycles of recidivism. Casework may include home visits (to client's residence, hospital, board & care home, health clinic, day program or skilled nursing facility) to conduct an assessment, engagement of the client and client's informal and formal support system in accordance with the service plan of the APS Social Worker, which is designed to reduce or eliminate risk for the client. PHNs will provide health education to clients and their caregivers and/or family and will advocate on behalf of clients for access to required medical services. PHN Case Managers may recognize and coordinate care for varying stages of dementia and cognition; identifying and facilitating appropriate level of care, which could lead to out-of-home placement (such as skilled-nursing facilities, board and cares etc.); facilitating the enrollment process and care provider selection for In-Home Support Services (IHSS) or the selection of other care appropriate providers; and coordinating services, such as Meals-on-Wheels, Friendly Visitors, transportation services (i.e. Paratransit). Nurse Family Partnership Nurse-Family Partnership is a home visiting program that partners nurses with low income first-time moms residing primarily in Oakland, in order to improve birth outcomes, increase self-sufficiency and improve child development. Case management services begin in pregnancy and continue until the child reaches two years old. During that time, families receive health education and assessments, child development information and screenings and help with goal setting so that they can create better lives for their child and themselves. Nursing Administration The Nursing Administration Office sits inside of the Public Health Nursing Division and is comprised of the Central Intake and Referral Unit, Education and Professional Development Unit, Public Health Nurse Recruitment and Retention Unit, Quality Improvement and Nurse Informatics Units, and Occupational Health Unit. Public Health Nurses (PHNs) as analysts, consultants, coordinators, educators, improvement specialists, and recruiters work as part of multi-disciplinary teams in the Nursing Administration Office to advance and strengthen the role, function, and development of PH Nursing services. Staff in the Nursing Administration Office collaborate with internal and external partners in the development of policy and professional nursing standards of care that support the health of Alameda County residents. Tuberculosis Control (TB) The Tuberculosis Control program staff includes public health nurses, community health outreach workers, physicians and clerical support staff working collectively toward the program's priorities and objectives to: Ensure early identification and reporting of all persons with TB and ensure timely completion of appropriate therapy; Ensure contacts to persons with infectious TB are promptly identified, examined, and if appropriate, complete treatment for latent TB infection (LTBI); Reduce occurrence of sentinel events (pediatric TB cases and TB deaths); and Identify persons (other than contacts) with LTBI at risk for progression to TB disease, and treatment of those persons with an effective drug regimen. TB staff also consults with physicians, schools, hospital nurses and others in the community on Tuberculosis. Additionally, they monitor the number of TB cases yearly and determine other steps that need to be taken to control Tuberculosis in Alameda County. IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate is an experienced public health nurse, with solid clinical skills, who is a proven problem solver, and effective team leader with the ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, collaborate with community partners, and is dedicated to providing timely, courteous and knowledgeable consultation and education to clients, external community, health care partners, internal staff and team members. Additionally, the ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and able to review documentation of case management activities for accuracy and completeness, as well as provide oversight to public health nurses who conduct case assessment/investigation, case management and care coordination services to high risk, low income Alameda County residents in their own homes, clinics, schools, or other community settings. The ideal candidate thrives in a rapidly-changing work environment, is able to shift direction and priorities as needed, is proficient with entering, managing andanalyzing information from web-based information systems, and must have a commitment to providing the highest quality of services. The ideal candidate must be able to maintain focus and composure while responding to urgent situations requiring rapid response, and possess the ability to work with and embrace individuals from diverse backgrounds. The ideal candidate will also be an exceptional listener and analytical thinker/investigator who possesses strong written and verbal communication skills, and demonstrates competence in the following areas; analysis and assessment, interpreting and implementing policies, procedures and regulations as they relate to nursing,cultural competence, public health sciences, training, mentoring, leadership and systems thinking. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I The equivalent of two years of full-time, recent experience within the last 5 years as a Registered Nurse II in the Alameda County classified service. Or II The equivalent of three years of full-time, recent nursing experience within the past 5 years, at a level of, or higher than, the Alameda County class of Registered Nurse II in a clinical and/or public health setting. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications below, these positions require possession of a current and valid California Public Health Nursing (PHN) certificate issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. License: Possession of a current and valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. Some positions may require a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Certificate: Possession of a valid Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certificates issued by the American Heart Association for professional healthcare providers. Additional Special Requirements: 1. In compliance with the Administrative Simplification provision of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), employees in this classification are required to possess a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number prior to their first day on the job. 2. In compliance with Medicare regulations, employees in this classification are required to complete the "Medicare Enrollment Process for Physicians and non-Physician Practitioners" through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, prior to their first day on the job. Active enrollment in Medicare is a condition of employment. Failure to attain or maintain active enrollment will result in termination. NOTE : The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of: Theories, principles, procedures, techniques, standards and practices of nursing and public health nursing. Current trends in public health and public nursing. Local, State and Federal codes and regulations governing the field of nursing and public health nursing practice. Wellness to illness continuum, including major disease processes to evaluate the condition of clients, families, and/or community. Disparities in health outcomes for vulnerable populations, including socio-economic and environmental factors affecting health equity. Ten Essential Public Health Services. Principles and practices of public health education and teaching, and interviewing, assessment, and counseling techniques. Health systems, agencies, community resources and patterns of referral. Basic principles and practices of supervision and leadership. Cultural, environmental, sociological and psychological differences and problems. Safety and infection control principles, practices and methods. Quality assurance and quality improvement indicators. Control and prevention of communicable and chronic disease. Mandated reporting requirements. Medical terminology and documentation. Basic auditing skills. Ability to: Facilitate and model effective written and oral communications with attention to linguistic preferences and cultural proficiency to influence behavior and improve health. Plan, organize, assign and evaluate the work of others. Understand, interpret, explain ad apply laws, regulations, policies and written and oral direction. Exercise interpersonal sensitivity and group interaction skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Gather and analyze data. Problem solve and draw logical conclusions. Prioritize work and coordinate several activities to meet critical deadlines. Work independently and adapt to change. Assess the health status and concerns of clients and communities. Assess, monitor, implement and evaluate program services and operations. Exercise sound independent judgement within scope of authority and practice. Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interactions. Provide public health nursing services and case management. Maintain patient confidentiality. Respond effectively to emergency situations. Incorporate departmental core values and ethical standards of practice into all interactions with individuals, organizations and communities. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS The examination will consist of the following steps: 1) A review of candidates' applications to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. 2) A review of candidates' Supplemental Questionnaires to select the best qualified applicants to continue in the process. 3) An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidate's final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. CANDIDATES MUST ATTAIN A QUALIFYING RATING ON EACH PORTION OF THIS EXAMINATION. We reserve the right to make changes to the announced examination components. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the "What You Need to Know" section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN *Deadline for Filing: 5:00 PM, Friday, May 3, 2019 5:00 PM, Friday, May 17, 2019 Continuous Review of Minimum Qualifications: Friday, May 17, 2019 Ongoing Review of SQ for Best Qualified: Friday, May 31, 2019 Ongoing Panel Interviews: Monday, June 24, 2019 Ongoing *Updated 5/1/19 **Updated 5/17/19 Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statutes. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing . Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 11 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Employee Mortgage Loan Program Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @acgov.org and alamedacountyHR@acgov.org as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the "My applications" button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box alamedacountyHR@acgov.org are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs. You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Angelica Cuevas, HR Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 271-5154 or email Angelica.Cuevas@acgov.org Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.Closing Date/Time: Continuous

This is a  Non-Permanent position. The City is seeking dependable and dedicated field laborers to assist in the performance of general maintenance in support of the Streets, Facilities and Beach maintenance, Parks, Trees and Landscape operations, as well as Water Utilities operations. The position works under the direct supervision of a full-time, permanent City employee working as part of a crew. Based on years of experience in related field, department has the discretion to determine hiring level at I, II, III, IV or V (Part-Time Level 6, 7, 8, 9 or 10). Temporary/part-time employment is restricted to 1,000 hours within a 12-month period (July 1 to June 30) and does not qualify to receive City benefits, except those required by law. The City does not belong to the Social Security system. However, enrollment in an alternative retirement program is mandatory and requires an employee contribution of 7½% of base earnings to the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS). There are no rights to employment and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice.  Further restrictions apply to CalPERS Retired Annuitants. Examples of Essential Duties Depending on the assignment area, typical duties may include: operating stationary and portable small tools; operating hand and power driven tools; setting up and/or cleaning up for various operations or projects; assisting full-time staff in removing obstacles, debris and litter; loading and unloading trucks; lifting and carrying items weighing up 100 lbs; following directions carefully; working diligently within safety parameters; performs other related duties as assigned. (The City, at its discretion, may add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.) Qualifications Ability to:  Read and listen to and follow instructions; learn construction zone traffic control and site safety procedures applicable to related maintenance repair work; use hand tools; carry out work assignments as instructed; communicate effectively orally; establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the course of work; work flexible hours which may include evenings, weekends and holidays; and perform physical labor in an unrestricted fashion. Possession of:   a valid CA Driver License and provide evidence of and maintain an acceptable driving record during the course of employment.   Employees regularly assigned/required to drive a city or personal vehicle in the course and scope of work shall be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull Notice program due to the performance of field duties that may require operation of a City vehicle.   APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE: An official City of Huntington Beach on-line job application must be filled out in its entirety. Applications will be closely reviewed for relevant experience, education and training. Applicants best meeting the City's needs will be invited to a department interview. Upon a conditional offer of employment a drug screen, TB Screening and California Department of Justice (DOJ) Live Scan fingerprinting must be completed with acceptable results. Other background reports may also be conducted depending on the position. Upon hire, employee is subject to further reporting from DOJ via subsequent arrest notification. Please Note:  Our primary means of communication with applicants is sent via email; therefore, please include a valid email address on your application Physical Tasks & Environmental Conditions Sit to operate motorized vehicle; stand to perform tasks or operate tools and equipment; walk to carry or operate tools and equipment; reach below and above shoulder level, turn, twist, lean, bend, stoop, crouch and squat to perform physical tasks, climb short distances; climb ladders; carry, push, pull and drag weight up to 100 pounds a distance of approximately 35 feet from a staging point to a work area (fertilizer bags 80 pounds, concrete bags 90 pounds, and asphalt bags 100 pounds), lift to waist height and dump heavy trash bags from stationary cans; light and firm grasping, including finger dexterity to hold and operate hand tools; foot manipulation to drive vehicle using accelerator pedal or brake pedal; and, speak to answer basic questions from the public or ask questions of the supervisor. Work is primarily performed outdoors with exposure to direct sunlight, rain, humidity, dust, and noisy equipment. Odors from fertilizers, trash, and asphalt are part of the environment. Must possess unrestricted physical ability to perform tasks and duties outlined above.   SPECIAL CONDITIONS Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.

OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER: Y5113I FILING START DATE: 07/25/16 AT 8:00 A.M.- UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. 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. DEFINITION : Provides basic nursing care and clerical support service for assigned patients. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class report to a registered nurse and perform basic nursing care for patients or clerical duties as related to patients. Incumbents are expected to exercise progressively developing skills and knowledge in nursing, while enhancing with practical experience their academic preparation for working on a full-time or professional basis in nursing. Essential Job Functions Assists or provides basic hygienic care such as dressing and grooming the patient. Maintains a safe and comfortable unit environment for patients by removing harmful items found in the unit and notifying supervisor and maintaining furnishings in a safe manner. Assists the physician or other personnel in examinations and treatments by escorting, positioning, draping and holding the patient. Requests and distributes supplies notifying supervisor of impending needs. Assembles and maintains patient's records by filing and retrieving charts and updating records as treatment is provided. Reports and records patient's daily dietary intake on patient records. Maintains a clean environment for the patient including maintaining the patient's unit in a neat and orderly manner or cleaning equipment used for the patient in accordance with procedures and policies. Makes patient's beds and changes soiled linen. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: 1. Current enrollment in an accredited registered nursing program.* -AND- 2. Current enrollment in at least one clinical nursing course.* 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: * Applicants must attach an official letter (with school seal) from an accredited nursing program verifying current enrollment status and enrollment of a clinical nursing course at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. **For this examination, a healthcare setting includes, but is not limited to, acute-care hospitals, physicians' offices, urgent-care centers, and outpatient clinics. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Paid or non-paid clerical experience in a healthcare setting.** Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of a rating from record based on application information and desirable qualifications, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on 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 receiving a passing score on this examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every six (6) months . SPECIAL INFORMATION : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. AVAILABLE SHIFT : Any VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. 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. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . 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 documents to the Exam Analyst, Darlene Beamon-Thomas at DBeamon-Thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include exam number and 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) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Darlene Beamon-Thomas, Exam Analyst (323) 914-8016 DBeamon-Thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Introduction Definition Plus $ 2.00 / Hour Extra Help Differential THE JOB: The Parks Department is hiring Recreation Leaders of all levels for our Learning and Enrichment Camps. Camps will be small, stable groups of school-age children to support Distance Learning and provide enriching activities. Under supervision, perform duties related to recreational, cultural and park operational programs for children and adults at a variety of sites; and do other work as required. Employment Standards THE REQUIREMENTS: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these would be: Parks, Recreation & Cultural Worker IV: The full-time equivalent of nine months experience, which demonstrates the required knowledge and abilities for the particular assignment/program. Prior supervisory experience may be required for certain positions. Special Requirements: License, Certificate Requirements: Some positions may require possession of a valid California class C driver license. Some positions may require possession of the equivalent to a valid First Aid Certificate, and Infant and two person CPR certificates to be obtained within the first three months of employment. Background Investigation: Fingerprinting is required for some positions. Special Working Conditions: Some positions may involve exposure to variable temperatures and weather conditions; strong and unpleasant odors and fumes; noise from children; allergens such as poison oak, pollen, and bee stings; pool chemical fluctuations which might cause irritation to eyes and skin; and the possibility of administering first aid which may involve exposure to infections which might cause chronic disease or death. Other Special Requirements: Availability to work variable schedules including evenings, weekends and holidays. Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of the program area to which assigned. Working knowledge of supervision may be required of some positions. Ability to: For all positions with I as trainee, II as second level, III as journey, and IV as advanced journey; communicate effectively with those contacted in the course of business including participants, staff, parents, and the public; write clearly and concisely; maintain a professional demeanor; accept constructive criticism and direction from supervisors; understand and follow oral and written instructions; maintain a clean and orderly work site. For levels III and IV additional ability to Supervise, evaluate, and train lower level staff and volunteers. For Recreation assignments additional ability to actively motivate program participants. Effectively deal with stressful and emergency situations. For some assignments administer first aid; hear and distinguish a variety of sounds such as those of participants in need of assistance in a noisy environment, fire alarms, and approaching vehicles or equipment, which might pose a danger; see program participants in need of assistance from near and far distances; speak loudly in order to warn program participants of impending danger. Benefits EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: This recruitment is for extra-help (temporary) employment that is of limited duration. Extra-help employees are used for employment on short-term projects; on a seasonal basis to meet recurrent work peaks; employment on an as-needed basis to meet peak workload, emergency, or other unusual situations. Extra-help employees cannot work more than 999 hours in a fiscal year and are covered by Social Security. Selection Plan THE EXAMINATION: Your application and supplemental questionnaire will be reviewed to determine if you have met the education, experience, training and/or licensing requirements as stated on the job announcement. If you meet these criteria and are one of the best qualified, you may be required to compete in any combination of written, oral and/or performance examinations or a competitive evaluation of training and experience as described on your application and supplemental questionnaire. You must pass all components of the examination to be placed on the eligible list. The examination may be eliminated if there are ten or fewer qualified applicants. If the eligible list is established without the administration of the announced examination, the life of the eligible list will be six months and your overall score will be based upon an evaluation of your application and supplemental questionnaire. If during those six months it is necessary to administer another examination for this job class, you will be invited to take the examination to remain on the eligible list. HOW TO APPLY: Apply online at www.santacruzcountyjobs.com or mail/bring an application and supplemental questionnaire to: Santa Cruz County Personnel Department, 701 Ocean Street, Room 510, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. For information, call (831) 454-2600. Hearing Impaired TDD/TTY: 711. Applications will meet the final filing date if received: 1) in the Personnel Department by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date, 2) submitted online before midnight of the final filing date. Women, minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you have a disability that requires test accommodation, please call (831) 454-2600. To comply with the 1986 Immigration Reform and Control Act, Santa Cruz County verifies that all new employees are either U.S. citizens or persons authorized to work in the U.S. Note: Provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. County of Santa Cruz www.santacruzcountyjobs.com An Equal Opportunity Employer LIVE Here WORK Here PLAY Here Closing Date/Time: Continuous

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER Y5118M FILING START DATE 8/7/18 AT 8:00 A.M.(PST) THIS EXAMINATION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. 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. DEFINITION: Provides basic technical nursing care and clerical support services for assigned patients. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class report to a registered nurse and perform basic technical nursing care and limited technical nursing care of newborn, adults, children and adolescents or clerical duties on a patient unit as related to admissions, discharges, and the maintenance of patient, unit records, and supplies. Incumbents are expected to exercise progressively developing technical skills and knowledge in nursing, while enhancing with practical experience their academic preparation for working on a full-time of professional basis in nursing. Essential Job Functions Make rounds on assigned patients, answers and responds to patient call lights and/or request. Applies protective devices such as side rails for the safety of patients; Monitors and maintains the safety of patients with suicidal ideation, psychiatric hold and/or confusion to prevent harm at all times. Positions and assists ambulate patients and transports them by bed, stretcher or wheelchair. Assist in feeding or feeds patient meals when necessary. Takes and records temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, height and weight, and intake and output (Notify Charge Nurse of abnormal vital signs immediately). Performs therapeutic and rehabilitative exercises to patients as directed and assists in bowel and bladder training. Measures and records liquid intake and output on patients with closed urinary drainage systems. Maintains patient records and where appropriate writes brief reports reflecting any changes observed in the patient's condition, behavior, medication, and equipment. Provides decubitus care by changing patient position when needed. Assist in admission, transfer and discharge procedures, which include but not limited to the following: placing patient in bed, familiarize the patient to the room, tend to patient needs, listing and making proper distribution of patient's clothing and valuables. Administers special baths to patients such as sitz, and cooling as necessary. Observes oxygen therapy and maintains safety measures by monitoring pressure according to required standards of operation before and during therapy. Collects specimens such as urine, stool, and sputum from patients. Observes gastric suction apparatus for proper functioning and application according to standard procedure and policy. Assists RNs and/or LVNs in treatment procedures as directed; Perform errands as directed by the RN supervisor. Observes I.V. infusion for proper functioning and application. Maintains wet dressings on patients by reapplying dressing as necessary. Assist the RN with post-mortem related duties such as changing bed linen after the removal of a patient's remains. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Current enrollment in an accredited registered nursing program and successful completion of at least one year or four quarters of clinical nursing courses. * LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential function. 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: * Applicants MUST attach an official letter (with school seal) from an accredited nursing program verifying current enrollment status at time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualification in excess of the Minimum Requirements: Experience providing patient care in a healthcare setting. ** Current certification issued by the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. *** ** For this examination, a healthcare setting includes, but is not limited to, acute-care, hospital, physicians' offices, urgent-care centers, outpatient clinics, and skilled nursing facilities. *** Applicants MUST attach a legible photocopy of their BLS certification to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon application information and Desirable Qualifications, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on 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 receiving a passing score on this examination will be added to the eligible register and 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. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. 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 green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment . Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . 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, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email the documents to the Exam Analyst, Darlene Beamon-Thomas at Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include exam number and exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. 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) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Darlene Beamon-Thomas, Exam Analyst (323) 914-8016 Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time: