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HS IHSS Social Worker I/II/III

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Posted : Thursday, August 29, 2024 08:09 PM

JOB THE AGENCYThe Human Services Agency includes nearly 1400 staff members who serve 1 in 4 Ventura County residents, all of whom have unique experiences and perspectives.
Each of us has a responsibility to support diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and in our communities.
Our County is proud to have a diverse workforce, and providing a respectful and inclusive workplace is a priority and aligns with the Agency’s values.
THE POSITIONUnder direct (I) or general (II/ III) supervision, conducts assessments using experiences, observations, and judgment to evaluate the effect of physical, cognitive and emotional impairment on function to determine eligibility and authorize services to the aged, blind and disabled adults and children needed to prevent out of home care.
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATEThe successful candidate not only possesses the minimum requirements but also has experience working with the disabled and aging population; field work experience including conducting assessments; caseload management experience; experience using case management software; and has strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSEach level (I-III) differs from the preceding level, in that work is done more independently and with a higher level of initiative, self-direction and judgment.
Consultations with lead and/or supervisor vary depending on levels of case complexity.
Human Services (HS) In Home Supportive Services Social Worker I is a classroom and on-the-job entry-level classification where the emphasis is on learning casework methods, procedures, regulations and policies.
The incumbent carries a caseload under direct supervision and is expected to progress toward competency as an HS In Home Support Services (IHSS) Social Worker II.
HS In Home Supportive Services Social Worker II is the journey-level classification where the incumbent demonstrates a working knowledge about the practices in accordance with the State of California In Home Supportive Services Program.
HS In Home Supportive Services Social Worker III is the advanced journey-level classification where the incumbent works independently to provide complex services under the general supervision of the lead worker and supervisor.
The incumbent demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of the In Home Supportive Services requirements in accordance with the State of California and the overall program and may serve as a resource for the rest of the team.
To learn more about the Human Services Agency, click “Who We Are” to view a short video.
APPROXIMATE SALARIESHS IHSS Social Worker I: $20.
58 - $27.
45/hourlyHS IHSS Social Worker II - $23.
04 - $30.
72/hourlyHS IHSS Social Worker III - $24.
67 - $32.
89/hourlyEDUCATIONAL/BILINGUAL INCENTIVEIncumbents may be eligible to receive an educational incentive of either 2.
5%, for an associate's degree, 3.
5%, for a bachelor's degree, or 5% for a master's degree that is not required to work in the classification.
Incumbents may also be eligible for bilingual incentive pay depending upon operational needs and certification skills.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Conducts initial assessments and annual reassessments to evaluate the effect of physical, cognitive and emotional impairment on function and determine the needs of clients through interviews, home visits, record reviews or consultation with appropriate agencies and individuals; reviews and addresses complaints and allegations.
Refers, determines eligibility for services, authorizes and/or coordinates services to complete individual service plans.
Follows through with caseload management to assure that services are provided in a timely and complete manner.
Prepares a wide variety of reports and records.
Maintains database using program specific systems.
Communicates policies, rules, and regulations of the program to clients and others within the scope of responsibility.
May conduct provider interviews, educate and counsel providers and recipients, and conduct training and orientations.
Performs other related duties as required.
In addition to above duties, the HS IHSS Social Worker III may also perform the following duties: Assists in training and mentoring new staff.
Independently provides assessments to clients including initial and/or reassessments as needed.
HS IHSS Social Workers are represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and are eligible for overtime compensation.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FINAL FILING DATE: This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, apply as soon as possible if you are interested in it.
To apply online, please refer to our web site at www.
ventura.
org/jobs.
If you prefer to fill out a paper application form, please call (805) 654-5129 for application materials and submit them to County of Ventura Human Resources, 800 South Victoria Avenue, L-1970, Ventura, CA 93009.
NOTE: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil service" public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination, then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible.
If interested, please click here for additional information.
Applicants must provide sufficient information under the Education/Work experience portion of the application and supplemental questionnaire to thoroughly and accurately demonstrate your qualifications in order to determine eligibility.
A resume may be attached to supplement your responses in the above-referenced sections; however, it may not be submitted in lieu of the application.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE - qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this exam AT THE TIME OF FILING.
The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the exam process to assist in determining qualifications for the position.
Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire may result in removal of the application from further consideration.
APPLICATION EVALUATION - qualifying: All applications will be reviewed to determine whether the stated requirements are met.
Applicants meeting the stated requirements will be invited to continue to the next step in the examination process.
WRITTEN EXAMINATION - 100%: An un-proctored, internet based, job-related written examination will be conducted to evaluate participating candidates' knowledge of Interviewing Principles and Techniques, General Social Services, Community Resources and Social Services Programs, Interpersonal Skills and English Usage for successful performance on the job.
Examinees must earn a score of seventy percent (70%) or higher to qualify for placement on the eligible list.
Candidates successfully completing the examination process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of six (6) months.
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill present and future regular, temporary, fixed-term, intermittent, and extra-help vacancies.
There are currently four (4) Regular vacancies, and two (2) Extra Help vacancies.
NOTE: If appointed at the lower level, incumbent may be promoted to the higher level without further examination upon meeting the minimum requirements, demonstrating satisfactory performance, and in accordance with the business needs of the department.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A thorough post offer, pre-employment background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information, and driving record will be required for this position.
For further information regarding this recruitment, please contact Blake Nespica by email at Blake.
Nespica@ventura.
org.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYThe County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the County of Ventura to achieve a drug-free work place.
Any applicant for county employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

• Phone : (805) 654-5129

• Location : 800 S Victoria Ave, Ventura, CA

• Post ID: 9001370307


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