Social Worker I - Countywide Promotional Opportunity

Do you have a desire to better the lives of local families in Nevada County? Join the Eligibility and Employment Team in the Nevada County Department of Social Services! Our team of knowledgeable and experienced Social Workers assist families to meet their life and career goals by assisting them with planning and supporting them in their journey to self-sufficiency. These Social Workers require an understanding of family dynamics, mental health and substance use, domestic violence, and local resources.
This position requires initiative, compassion, case management skills, extensive case documentation, and a strong desire to help our local families receive the services they need. Strong candidates excel in a work environment that is values-driven and team oriented, and are able to adapt to shifting of priorities and unforeseen circumstances.
We are seeking candidates at one of the following levels:

• Social Worker I (SW I): Entry/trainee-level staff members holding an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field. In addition, individuals in this classification have one year case work experience comparable to Nevada County's Human Services Specialist I classification.
• Social Worker II (SWII): Journey-level staff members meeting the requirements for SW I. In addition, SW II have at least one year experience as a SW I or Employment & Training Worker I.

Our full-time staff members enjoy an extensive benefit package including but not limited to CalPERS retirement, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, flexible spending account, deferred compensation plan including 401(a), 457(b) and Roth options.
Why Nevada County? Because here, your contribution, your worth, your ideas, all have a place. We thrive on transparent and ongoing communication through employee newsletters, social media and hosted sites. We strive to be the best version of ourselves through continuous improvement. We learn and grow as a team. Great discoveries happen when people from a diverse set of backgrounds come together. Best of all, you make a difference in the lives of our community every day. Bring your whole self to our place.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. 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.
To see the full job requirements, click here.Employment Type: Full Time