County of Sonoma Job Openings
County Of Sonoma
Santa Rosa, CA
Full-time
Other
Posted on January 3, 2020
The I&A program provides resources and follow up to older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers, primarily through a public hotline (565-INFO). This service is available to all individuals in Sonoma County seeking access to aging and disability services. The ideal candidate will have:
- Significant experience working with older adults and people with disabilities in the community
- Strong interview skills, including by telephone, in a fast paced environment
- Aptitude for performing brief needs assessments while screening for programs and services that will assist the caller
- Experience working with individuals in emotional crisis
- A high degree of comfort providing counseling and resources to address immediate needs
- Skill in providing community outreach, and presenting to community groups
Home and Community Based Alternatives (HCBA) Waiver
The HCBA Waiver program supports Medi-Cal beneficiaries' goals to return to (or remain in) the community setting of their choice. This position works with clients and family members, among others, to determine what services are needed for clients to stay at home as safely and independently as possible. They provide comprehensive case management, as well as home and community-based services/supports, to eligible Medi-Cal beneficiaries of all ages who would otherwise receive care in an institutional setting.
NOTE: The California Department of HealthCare Services requires employees assigned to this position to have obtained a Masters in Social Work (MSW). The ideal candidate will have:
The HCBA Waiver program supports Medi-Cal beneficiaries' goals to return to (or remain in) the community setting of their choice. This position works with clients and family members, among others, to determine what services are needed for clients to stay at home as safely and independently as possible. They provide comprehensive case management, as well as home and community-based services/supports, to eligible Medi-Cal beneficiaries of all ages who would otherwise receive care in an institutional setting.
NOTE: The California Department of HealthCare Services requires employees assigned to this position to have obtained a Masters in Social Work (MSW). The ideal candidate will have:
- Extensive case management experience working with clients who have developmental and/or physical disabilities
- Experience working in either a Skilled Nursing, Acute Care, or Rehabilitation facility doing discharge planning
- The ability to work independently and to collaborate as part of a high functioning team
- Excellent written and oral communication abilities
- An aptitude for effective time management
When you join HSD, you become part of a strong work family that makes a difference in lives of our community. We offer opportunities for growth, development, and the ability to be a part of a rewarding work environment. In addition to the $600 cash allowance, you can also look forward to excellent benefits,* including:
- An annual Staff Development/Wellness Benefit allowance up to $500 and ongoing education/training opportunities
- Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year
- Significant portion of health care premiums paid by the County and access to several health plan options
- County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits
- Retirement fully integrated with Social Security
- May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment
- Eligibility for a salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range
*Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can found in the Service Employees International Union Local 1021 Memorandum Of Understanding (SEIU MOU).
The Civil Service title for these positions is Social Service Worker IV. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment.
The Civil Service title for these positions is Social Service Worker IV. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment.
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Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, this includes a Master's Degree in social work, or a Master's Degree from a two-year counseling program;
OR
Graduation from college, with a degree in social Work, sociology, psychology or other behavioral science; and five years of progressively responsible experience in a public welfare agency, two of which were at the level of Social Service Worker III would provide such opportunity
OR
Academic coursework at a college or university in social work, psychology, sociology, and other behavior sciences; and six years of progressively responsible experience in a social work agency, at least three of which were at a level of Social Service Worker III 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.
OR
Graduation from college, with a degree in social Work, sociology, psychology or other behavioral science; and five years of progressively responsible experience in a public welfare agency, two of which were at the level of Social Service Worker III would provide such opportunity
OR
Academic coursework at a college or university in social work, psychology, sociology, and other behavior sciences; and six years of progressively responsible experience in a social work agency, at least three of which were at a level of Social Service Worker III 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
Thorough knowledge of: the principles and application of psychology of individual and group behavior, community services, and social work methods; social casework goals, principles and methods; the intent and appropriate application of laws, rules, regulations, policies governing operation of public social service agencies; physical and mental illness and their impact on personality.