This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Health & Human Services Agency. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.
Current vacancy is with the Health & Human Services Agency located in Visalia.
Typical Duties
Employment Standards
Education Equivalency: Caseload management experience equivalent to the level of a Social Services Worker III may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Knowledge of: Social aspects and characteristics of mental and emotional disturbances and substance abuse; dynamics of child abuse and neglect; interviewing and counseling methods and techniques; community resources available to assist clients; components of safety plans and their development and implementation; techniques for assessing family situations and problems sufficient to develop, implement, and monitor safety plans; mental health programs and community resources; principles and techniques of de-escalation and stabilization.; proper safety procedures and health practices; psychoactive drugs, contra-indications, signs of intoxication or withdrawal, and side effects.
Skill/Ability to: Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers; operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment; complete multiple priority projects with strict deadlines: assess and make referrals concerning family situations involving suspected neglect or child abuse; read, interpret, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures about social service programs; adjust to changes in workload and coordinate work with others; use and develop community resources to best serve client’s needs; act effectively with patience, tact, and courtesy in emotional and stressful situations to respond to emergencies and adopt an appropriate course of action; utilize sound judgment and take effective action without immediate supervision in consultation with other team members and with clinical direction from licensed staff; effectively engage with clients, develop, and maintain the confidence and cooperation of individuals experiencing mental health crises and/or under the influence or alcohol or other drugs; engage and establish rapport with clients using a variety of modalities; provide comprehensive rehabilitative skill building to effectively prevent and intervene with mental health and substance use-related crises; provide appropriate referrals and linkage of clients to community resources based on biopsychosocial needs; write concise case reports, case contact notes, and evaluations; maintain record-keeping and tracking systems of assigned clients; communicate effectively with community partners, including community-based organizations, law enforcement agencies, schools, and board and care operators; maintain confidentiality of client information.
License or Certificate:
DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of: Youth and adult developmental stages and disabilities or dysfunction.Trauma-informed care.Culturally responsive care.Administering Naloxone.
Additional Information
Conditions of Employment
Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.
College Cost Reduction Access Act
This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
Bargaining Unit 4
The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.
Benefit Amount:An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).
Health Insurance:A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).
Retirement:The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.
Paid Holiday Leave:12 set days and 1 personal holiday.
Vacation Accrual:
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.
Sick Leave Accrual:12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 50 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D:$10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.
Disability Insurance:Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.
Deferred Compensation:A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.
To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/
The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.