County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description San Mateo County Libraries is seeking qualified college students for the position of Big Lift Inspiring Summers (BLIS) Learning Facilitator Intern . The Position: Learning Facilitators will be responsible for leading implementation of our cutting-edge curriculum developed with the Center for Childhood Creativity and for collaborating with the other staff in their classroom. Learning Facilitators will be responsible for establishing and maintaining an environment that embraces the growth mindset, actively facilitates open-ended, child directed projects with children, and looks for every opportunity to embrace and incorporate youth creativity. Summer Learning Camps: The camps serve children reading below grade level in areas where the majority of youth qualify for free or reduced lunch. Full day camps build21stcentury skills through hands-on learning experiences. Staff working intensively with enrolled youth will have the opportunity to make our community a stronger, healthier, and more equitable place. These summer learning experiences are a critical part of our County's strategy of dramatically reducing the number of youth who cannot read on grade level in 3rd grade. If you can't read proficiently in 3rd grade, you are at significant risk for a number of troubling outcomes, outcomes that disproportionately affect youth of color andsocioeconomicallydisadvantaged youth. Help us change the world by inspiring youth with your love of learning, warmth, and by igniting problem-solving. You can help us change how children think of themselves--let's end the summer together with confident youth who will have had the benefit of high quality, cutting-edge learning experiences with caring and passionate adults. Location: BLISLearning Facilitator Interns will be assigned to work at one of seven learning camps with children who will be entering kindergarten, first, or second grade in the fall. The camps are located in South San Francisco, Daly City, Half Moon Bay,Pescadero, East Palo Alto, Fair Oaks and San Bruno. Schedule: This 6 week internship will begin with7-8 days of requiredtraining and will then continue with a 4 week assignment in one of our learning camps. The 4week camp assignment will either be part-time [20-25 hours per week, 4-5 hours per dayMonday-Friday] or full-time [35-40 hours per week, 7-8 hours per day Monday-Friday]. Salary: $16.00 - $22.00 hourly Qualifications These positions are designed to support college-aged students and recent graduates in better understanding the opportunities available in working with youth, in education, and in public service. Education or Experience: Experience coaching, tutoring, demonstrated interest in working with youth. Experience in theater, arts, music, youth development, early childhood, social justice, science is also preferred. Language: Bilingual in Spanish preferred, but not required Desired Skills and Abilities: Enthusiastic about working with youth Experience or aptitude with group management Joyful attitude Comfortable with or experience acting as a role model Able to share a love of learning and sense of curiosity Show leadership Show initiative Able to easily switch tasks when needed Familiarity with conflict resolution strategies Positive approach Enthusiasm in helping to facilitate hands-on learning activities and physical activities Knowledge of camp culture Enjoys singing and dancing Enjoys meeting new people and fostering relationships with youth Eager to try new strategies and approaches Application/Examination 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 above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to www.smcgov.org/hr/jobs to apply. ~ Tentative Recruitment Schedule ~ Final Filing Date: March 15, 2019 Interviews: January - March 2019 For more information or questions, please contact the Big Lift Summers Coordinators at bigliftsummers@smcl.org .
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description San Mateo County Libraries is seeking qualified college students for the position of Big Lift Inspiring Summers (BLIS) Learning Facilitator Intern . The Position: Learning Facilitators will be responsible for leading implementation of our cutting-edge curriculum developed with the Center for Childhood Creativity and for collaborating with the other staff in their classroom. Learning Facilitators will be responsible for establishing and maintaining an environment that embraces the growth mindset, actively facilitates open-ended, child directed projects with children, and looks for every opportunity to embrace and incorporate youth creativity. Summer Learning Camps: The camps serve children reading below grade level in areas where the majority of youth qualify for free or reduced lunch. Full day camps build21stcentury skills through hands-on learning experiences. Staff working intensively with enrolled youth will have the opportunity to make our community a stronger, healthier, and more equitable place. These summer learning experiences are a critical part of our County's strategy of dramatically reducing the number of youth who cannot read on grade level in 3rd grade. If you can't read proficiently in 3rd grade, you are at significant risk for a number of troubling outcomes, outcomes that disproportionately affect youth of color andsocioeconomicallydisadvantaged youth. Help us change the world by inspiring youth with your love of learning, warmth, and by igniting problem-solving. You can help us change how children think of themselves--let's end the summer together with confident youth who will have had the benefit of high quality, cutting-edge learning experiences with caring and passionate adults. Location: BLISLearning Facilitator Interns will be assigned to work at one of seven learning camps with children who will be entering kindergarten, first, or second grade in the fall. The camps are located in South San Francisco, Daly City, Half Moon Bay,Pescadero, East Palo Alto, Fair Oaks and San Bruno. Schedule: This 6 week internship will begin with7-8 days of requiredtraining and will then continue with a 4 week assignment in one of our learning camps. The 4week camp assignment will either be part-time [20-25 hours per week, 4-5 hours per dayMonday-Friday] or full-time [35-40 hours per week, 7-8 hours per day Monday-Friday]. Salary: $16.00 - $22.00 hourly Qualifications These positions are designed to support college-aged students and recent graduates in better understanding the opportunities available in working with youth, in education, and in public service. Education or Experience: Experience coaching, tutoring, demonstrated interest in working with youth. Experience in theater, arts, music, youth development, early childhood, social justice, science is also preferred. Language: Bilingual in Spanish preferred, but not required Desired Skills and Abilities: Enthusiastic about working with youth Experience or aptitude with group management Joyful attitude Comfortable with or experience acting as a role model Able to share a love of learning and sense of curiosity Show leadership Show initiative Able to easily switch tasks when needed Familiarity with conflict resolution strategies Positive approach Enthusiasm in helping to facilitate hands-on learning activities and physical activities Knowledge of camp culture Enjoys singing and dancing Enjoys meeting new people and fostering relationships with youth Eager to try new strategies and approaches Application/Examination 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 above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to www.smcgov.org/hr/jobs to apply. ~ Tentative Recruitment Schedule ~ Final Filing Date: March 15, 2019 Interviews: January - March 2019 For more information or questions, please contact the Big Lift Summers Coordinators at bigliftsummers@smcl.org .
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on December 6, 2018 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous." NOTE: This recruitment schedule was amended on November 29, 2018 to extend the closing date. Final Closing Date will be December 6, 2018. The San Mateo County's Human Services Agency is seeking a highly analytical and collaborative person to join our Financial Services Branch as a Management Analyst to perform a wide-variety of moderate to complex administrative and finance-related activities. The successful candidate will have experience in public administration and finance, is a self-motivated, highly analytical strategic thinker with the ability to solve business problems and deliver insights that enable timely and effective operational decision-making. The Management Analyst will receive direct supervision from the Claiming and Overpayment Manager and will coordinate with Budget and General Accounting on various projects as assigned. The Management Analyst will conductresearch and analysis, and is responsible for preparing administrative policies, procedures, manuals, documents and other guidance materials related to financial services and administrative operations. The ideal candidate will have the ability to: High level of proficient writing and editing skills; experienced in doing research to prepare administrative policies, procedures, manuals, and documents. Independently and accurately perform complex, analytical and statistical calculations including the preparation of spreadsheets, budget reports, charts, tables and graphs to illustrate findings. Communicate concisely and effectively both orally and in writing, and clearly convey complex concepts and formulas to a non-technical audience/readership in staff reports, worksheets, instructions, and in formal and informal presentations. Review and monitor long-term goals, budget objectives, and performance measures as well as multi-year forecasts of revenues, expenditures, and fund balances. Manage small-to-medium-size projects, or portions of larger projects, and participate effectively on collaborative goal. Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties. Ability to draft clear and concise communications. Work under general direction and minimal supervision, budgeting time wisely to meet deadlines and manage work to existing project schedules. NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis.Some extra help positions are eligible for benefitsundertheAffordable Care Act. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. Qualifications Knowledge of: Project and/or program management, analytical processes, and report preparation techniques. Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis, evaluation, development, and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures. Principles of mathematical and statistical computations. Research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures. Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work. English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility. Principles and practices of public administration as applied to operational unit and program administration. Principles and practices of county management and government. Sources of information related to a broad range of county programs, services, and administration. Basic principles, practices, and procedures of funding sources and grant funds disbursement. Principles and practices of contract administration and evaluation; and public agency budget development and administration, and sound financial management policies and procedures. Recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to the operations of the assigned division. Record keeping principles and procedures. Techniques for effectively representing the County in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and County staff. Ability to: Assist in the development of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the department. Coordinate and oversee programmatic administrative, budgeting, and/or fiscal reporting activities. Perform responsible and difficult administrative work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative. Conduct research on a wide variety of administrative topics including grant funding, contract feasibility, budget and staffing proposals, and operational alternatives. Evaluate and develop improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods. Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques. Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials. Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems. Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. Operate and maintain modern office equipment, including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs. Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Plan, organize, and carry out assignments from management staff with minimal direction. Plan and conduct effective management, administrative, and operational studies. Analyze, interpret, summarize, and present administrative and technical information and data in an effective manner. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines in politically sensitive situations. Effectively represent the department and the County in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals. Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, or a related field. At least one year of professional administrative experience is typically required at the Associate Management Analyst level, and at least 3 years for the Management Analyst level. Licenses and Certifications: Depending upon assignment, possession of a valid California Driver's License. Application/Examination This is an extra-help recruitment. Anyone may apply. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. The Human Services Agency screen materials after the recruitment closes. The Human Services Agency will contact qualified candidates directly for a departmental interview. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. ~TENTATIVERECRUITMENTSCHEDULE ~ Application Filing Deadline: TBD Departmental Interviews: TBD 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. Analyst: Arlene Cahill (11132018) (Management Analyst - D181)
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on December 6, 2018 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous." NOTE: This recruitment schedule was amended on November 29, 2018 to extend the closing date. Final Closing Date will be December 6, 2018. The San Mateo County's Human Services Agency is seeking a highly analytical and collaborative person to join our Financial Services Branch as a Management Analyst to perform a wide-variety of moderate to complex administrative and finance-related activities. The successful candidate will have experience in public administration and finance, is a self-motivated, highly analytical strategic thinker with the ability to solve business problems and deliver insights that enable timely and effective operational decision-making. The Management Analyst will receive direct supervision from the Claiming and Overpayment Manager and will coordinate with Budget and General Accounting on various projects as assigned. The Management Analyst will conductresearch and analysis, and is responsible for preparing administrative policies, procedures, manuals, documents and other guidance materials related to financial services and administrative operations. The ideal candidate will have the ability to: High level of proficient writing and editing skills; experienced in doing research to prepare administrative policies, procedures, manuals, and documents. Independently and accurately perform complex, analytical and statistical calculations including the preparation of spreadsheets, budget reports, charts, tables and graphs to illustrate findings. Communicate concisely and effectively both orally and in writing, and clearly convey complex concepts and formulas to a non-technical audience/readership in staff reports, worksheets, instructions, and in formal and informal presentations. Review and monitor long-term goals, budget objectives, and performance measures as well as multi-year forecasts of revenues, expenditures, and fund balances. Manage small-to-medium-size projects, or portions of larger projects, and participate effectively on collaborative goal. Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties. Ability to draft clear and concise communications. Work under general direction and minimal supervision, budgeting time wisely to meet deadlines and manage work to existing project schedules. NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis.Some extra help positions are eligible for benefitsundertheAffordable Care Act. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. Qualifications Knowledge of: Project and/or program management, analytical processes, and report preparation techniques. Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis, evaluation, development, and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures. Principles of mathematical and statistical computations. Research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures. Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work. English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility. Principles and practices of public administration as applied to operational unit and program administration. Principles and practices of county management and government. Sources of information related to a broad range of county programs, services, and administration. Basic principles, practices, and procedures of funding sources and grant funds disbursement. Principles and practices of contract administration and evaluation; and public agency budget development and administration, and sound financial management policies and procedures. Recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to the operations of the assigned division. Record keeping principles and procedures. Techniques for effectively representing the County in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and County staff. Ability to: Assist in the development of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the department. Coordinate and oversee programmatic administrative, budgeting, and/or fiscal reporting activities. Perform responsible and difficult administrative work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative. Conduct research on a wide variety of administrative topics including grant funding, contract feasibility, budget and staffing proposals, and operational alternatives. Evaluate and develop improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods. Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques. Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials. Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems. Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. Operate and maintain modern office equipment, including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs. Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Plan, organize, and carry out assignments from management staff with minimal direction. Plan and conduct effective management, administrative, and operational studies. Analyze, interpret, summarize, and present administrative and technical information and data in an effective manner. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines in politically sensitive situations. Effectively represent the department and the County in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals. Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, or a related field. At least one year of professional administrative experience is typically required at the Associate Management Analyst level, and at least 3 years for the Management Analyst level. Licenses and Certifications: Depending upon assignment, possession of a valid California Driver's License. Application/Examination This is an extra-help recruitment. Anyone may apply. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. The Human Services Agency screen materials after the recruitment closes. The Human Services Agency will contact qualified candidates directly for a departmental interview. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. ~TENTATIVERECRUITMENTSCHEDULE ~ Application Filing Deadline: TBD Departmental Interviews: TBD 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. Analyst: Arlene Cahill (11132018) (Management Analyst - D181)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on June 20, 2017 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous." The County of San Mateo Health System's Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Division is seeking well-qualified individuals for the position of Psychiatric Social Worker II /Marriage & Family Therapist II - Call Center. One position is for a BilingualSpanish Required Clinician and one is for a Spanish Speaking Preferred Clinician , to provide telephone screening of individuals requesting referrals for Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drug services.TheseClinicians will answer live telephone calls; screen callers for insurance coverage and level of care for mental health and substance use treatment services; provide community resources and referrals; and determine appropriate referral disposition within Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS). The current vacancies are for two full- time PSW/MFT Clinicians,in the Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Access Call Center located in Belmont, CA, with a schedule of Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with some flexibility. One must be bilingual Spanish. CurrentCalifornia license as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) orMarriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is required for these positions. NOTE :These positions do not provide hours towards licensure forLCSWor MFT. The BHRS Access Call Center is the point of entry for all individuals requesting referrals to Mental Health and/or Alcohol and Other Drug services within San Mateo County.The Clinician's primary responsibilities will include: Screening and triage for serious mental illness in adults; serious emotional disturbance in youth; mild to moderate versus severe mental health issues. Determination of appropriate level of treatment referralsfor substance use issues. Assessing callers for danger to self or others and collaboration with community providers and/or emergency services to initiate welfare checks of individuals at-risk in the community. Telephone assistance for callersin crisis; assessing for risk and safety and linkage to appropriate services. Referring callers to appropriate providers for treatment services. Providing excellent customer service to callers regarding mental health and alcohol and other drugs resources and referrals. The ideal candidate will possess: Experience conducting telephone screening, triage, and referral for individuals with mental illness and/or substance use disorders seeking treatment services. Ability to efficiently conduct screening by telephone in order to assess needs and make referrals in a timely manner. Ability to evaluate the degree of behavioral health issuesor emotional distress of callers. Ability to screen calls and provide consultation with community agencies, treatment providers and other community organizationsregarding issues affecting adults, children or adolescents with mental illness and/or alcohol and other drug issues ranging from mild to moderate to serious. Ability towork collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary system of care. Demonstrated experience providing excellent customer service to all callers; especiallycallersthat may be in crisis or suicidal. Knowledge of insurance coverage and benefits within San Mateo County including Medi-Cal, Medicare, Care Advantage, Healthy Kids, and Health Worx. Knowledge of Avatar Electronic Health Record system; and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Fluency in Spanish is required for one of the positions. NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Qualifications Licensure/Certification: PSW-II - current California license as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). MFT II - current California license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT). Some positions requirefluency in Spanish. 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: Master's degree in Social Work, Social Welfare or a closely related field. Knowledge of: Current philosophy, principles, and practices for services to clients with serious mental illness. Individual, group and family psychodynamics as they relate to adults or children. Psychological diagnostic methods and terminology. Personality development from infancy through adulthood. Human and health services systems in the County including private agencies and other community resources. Skill/Ability to: Provide treatment to adults, children or adolescents with various mental disabilities ranging from serious mental illness to dysfunctional behavior patterns, including victims of sexual or physical abuse. Set realistic treatment goals and facilitate their attainment. Evaluate the degree of mental disability or emotional distress of patients/clients. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Provide consultation and technical assistance to agencies, schools and other organizations. Work collectively within a multi-disciplinary team. Application/Examination Open and Promotional: Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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.This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted 5 days in advance in the San Mateo County Human Resources Department. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. Anyone may apply. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form . The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Final Filing Date: CONTINUOUS First Round Application Screening: June 27, 2017 First Round Combined Panel/Department Interview: July 6, 2017 San Mateo County is an Equal Opportunity Employer HRContact: Carolyn Burns(060517) (Marriage & Family Therapist- G120/G040/G035/G121)
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on June 20, 2017 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous." The County of San Mateo Health System's Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Division is seeking well-qualified individuals for the position of Psychiatric Social Worker II /Marriage & Family Therapist II - Call Center. One position is for a BilingualSpanish Required Clinician and one is for a Spanish Speaking Preferred Clinician , to provide telephone screening of individuals requesting referrals for Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drug services.TheseClinicians will answer live telephone calls; screen callers for insurance coverage and level of care for mental health and substance use treatment services; provide community resources and referrals; and determine appropriate referral disposition within Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS). The current vacancies are for two full- time PSW/MFT Clinicians,in the Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Access Call Center located in Belmont, CA, with a schedule of Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with some flexibility. One must be bilingual Spanish. CurrentCalifornia license as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) orMarriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is required for these positions. NOTE :These positions do not provide hours towards licensure forLCSWor MFT. The BHRS Access Call Center is the point of entry for all individuals requesting referrals to Mental Health and/or Alcohol and Other Drug services within San Mateo County.The Clinician's primary responsibilities will include: Screening and triage for serious mental illness in adults; serious emotional disturbance in youth; mild to moderate versus severe mental health issues. Determination of appropriate level of treatment referralsfor substance use issues. Assessing callers for danger to self or others and collaboration with community providers and/or emergency services to initiate welfare checks of individuals at-risk in the community. Telephone assistance for callersin crisis; assessing for risk and safety and linkage to appropriate services. Referring callers to appropriate providers for treatment services. Providing excellent customer service to callers regarding mental health and alcohol and other drugs resources and referrals. The ideal candidate will possess: Experience conducting telephone screening, triage, and referral for individuals with mental illness and/or substance use disorders seeking treatment services. Ability to efficiently conduct screening by telephone in order to assess needs and make referrals in a timely manner. Ability to evaluate the degree of behavioral health issuesor emotional distress of callers. Ability to screen calls and provide consultation with community agencies, treatment providers and other community organizationsregarding issues affecting adults, children or adolescents with mental illness and/or alcohol and other drug issues ranging from mild to moderate to serious. Ability towork collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary system of care. Demonstrated experience providing excellent customer service to all callers; especiallycallersthat may be in crisis or suicidal. Knowledge of insurance coverage and benefits within San Mateo County including Medi-Cal, Medicare, Care Advantage, Healthy Kids, and Health Worx. Knowledge of Avatar Electronic Health Record system; and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Fluency in Spanish is required for one of the positions. NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Qualifications Licensure/Certification: PSW-II - current California license as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). MFT II - current California license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT). Some positions requirefluency in Spanish. 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: Master's degree in Social Work, Social Welfare or a closely related field. Knowledge of: Current philosophy, principles, and practices for services to clients with serious mental illness. Individual, group and family psychodynamics as they relate to adults or children. Psychological diagnostic methods and terminology. Personality development from infancy through adulthood. Human and health services systems in the County including private agencies and other community resources. Skill/Ability to: Provide treatment to adults, children or adolescents with various mental disabilities ranging from serious mental illness to dysfunctional behavior patterns, including victims of sexual or physical abuse. Set realistic treatment goals and facilitate their attainment. Evaluate the degree of mental disability or emotional distress of patients/clients. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Provide consultation and technical assistance to agencies, schools and other organizations. Work collectively within a multi-disciplinary team. Application/Examination Open and Promotional: Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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.This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted 5 days in advance in the San Mateo County Human Resources Department. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. Anyone may apply. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form . The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Final Filing Date: CONTINUOUS First Round Application Screening: June 27, 2017 First Round Combined Panel/Department Interview: July 6, 2017 San Mateo County is an Equal Opportunity Employer HRContact: Carolyn Burns(060517) (Marriage & Family Therapist- G120/G040/G035/G121)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description Note: This recruitment was amended on May 11, 2018, to reflect one Limited Term vacancy. Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on March 8, 2018 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous." The County of San Mateo Health System is seeking an experienced individual for the position of Psychiatric Social Worker/Marriage & Family Therapist-CollaborativeCare Team . Thereis currently one Limited Term and one full time vacancy in the Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Division located in San Mateo, but will travel throughout the greater Bay Area to perform the duties of the job. TheHealth System is excited to be able to offer a unique job opportunity to join aninnovative inter-departmental team dedicated to improving the lives of our highest risk adult clientswith seriousmental illness (SMI), co-occurring behavioral health and substance use disorders. Supported by Executive level leaders as a high priority issues and based on the concept of "Right Care at the Right Time and Right Place," this position will work collaboratively with Aging and Adult Services (AAS), San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) and Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS). This clinician will be part of an inter-disciplinary team; the Collaborative Care Team which includes two Psychiatric Social Workers/Marriage and Family Therapists, a Management Analyst, a Mental Health Program Specialist and a Psychiatrist. This Collaborative Care Team will build and improve relationships with care facilities both inside and outside of the County, collaborate with client treatment teams, assess clients for their readiness to move to another level of care and be the catalyst for resolutions for clients who have complex diagnoses and histories. Team members for these positions will demonstrateflexibility, collaborative skills, a client centered philosophy with a system oriented perspective and a willingness to visit care facilities within and outside San Mateo County. Primary duties include: Visit in and out of County (OOC) locked psychiatric treatment, skilled nursingor board and care facilities. Review cases for appropriate Level of Care (LOC). Meet with facility staff and clients residing in locked psychiatric treatment, skilled nursingor board and care facilities. Initiate and organize case conferences for "stuck" clients that are ready to discharge but cannot move due to administrative or other delays. Participate in treatment reviews and make recommendations (i.e. individual behavior plans). Build relationships with partner and contract providers. Work collaboratively as part of the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT). Facilitate referrals and transitions to alternate LOC facilities by being the liaison between the sending and receiving facility. The ideal candidates will possess: Experience working withadult clients with serious mental illness (SMI). Experience delivering co-occurring services to adult clientshaving bothbehavioral health and substance use disorders. Experience working with adult clients with SMI that areresiding in locked psychiatric treatment, skilled nursingor board and care facilities. Solid clinical assessment, diagnostic and evaluation skills working with an adultSMI population. Knowledge of principles, techniques and trends in counseling, psychotherapy, clinical case management, and various treatment modalities for an adult SMI population. Excellent documentation skills: progress notes, assessments, client care plans, etc. Demonstrated expertise, skill and interest with adult clients of diverse cultures and backgrounds, and an ability to provide culturally appropriate and proficient services. Skill in establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with families, co-workers, other professionals, collaborative partners and the public. A current license as either a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist. Term position: One current vacancy is a limited term, at-will position. Limited Term Employees are assigned to assignments not to exceed three years. They receive medical and dental benefits, similar to regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan. The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Qualifications Licensure/Certification : PSW I - current California registration as a Clinical Social Worker Associate (ASW). MFT I - current California Registration as a Marriage and Family Therapist intern (IMF). Individuals hired in these classifications must become licensed within three years from the date of employment as a Clinical Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist by the State of California. PSW-II - current California license as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). MFT II - current California license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT). Psychiatric Social Worker I Salary $33.27 - $41.59 Hourly $2,661.60 - $3,327.20 Biweekly $5,766.80 - $7,208.93 Monthly $69,201.60 - $86,507.20 Annually Psychiatric Social Worker II Salary $37.32 - $46.65 Hourly $2,985.60 - $3,732.00 Biweekly $6,468.80 - $8,086.00 Monthly $77,625.60 - $97,032.00 Annually 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 a Master's degree in Social Work, Social Welfare or a closely related field. Knowledge of: Current recovery model philosophy, principles, and practices for services to clients with serious mental illness; clinical case management, individual, group and family psychodynamics as they relate to adults; psychological diagnostic methods and terminology;and human and health services systems in the County including private agencies and other community resources that may address psychosocial stressors. Skill/Ability to : Provide treatment to adults from transitional age youth to older adultswith various mental disabilities ranging from serious mental illness to dysfunctional behavior patterns, including victims of sexual or physical abuse; set recovery treatment goals and facilitate their attainment; evaluate the degree of mental disability or emotional distress of patients/clients; communicate effectively orally and in writing; provide consultation and technical assistance to agencies, schools and other organizations; and work collectively within a multi-disciplinary team. Application/Examination Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. IMPORTANT : Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. 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 Employment Opportunity Employer. HR Contact: Carolyn Burns(021518) (Psychiatric Social Worker I/II-Marriage and Family Therapist I/II - G040/G035/G120/G121) Keywords: Social Worker, Adult Services, Behavioral Health, SMI
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description Note: This recruitment was amended on May 11, 2018, to reflect one Limited Term vacancy. Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on March 8, 2018 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous." The County of San Mateo Health System is seeking an experienced individual for the position of Psychiatric Social Worker/Marriage & Family Therapist-CollaborativeCare Team . Thereis currently one Limited Term and one full time vacancy in the Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Division located in San Mateo, but will travel throughout the greater Bay Area to perform the duties of the job. TheHealth System is excited to be able to offer a unique job opportunity to join aninnovative inter-departmental team dedicated to improving the lives of our highest risk adult clientswith seriousmental illness (SMI), co-occurring behavioral health and substance use disorders. Supported by Executive level leaders as a high priority issues and based on the concept of "Right Care at the Right Time and Right Place," this position will work collaboratively with Aging and Adult Services (AAS), San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) and Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS). This clinician will be part of an inter-disciplinary team; the Collaborative Care Team which includes two Psychiatric Social Workers/Marriage and Family Therapists, a Management Analyst, a Mental Health Program Specialist and a Psychiatrist. This Collaborative Care Team will build and improve relationships with care facilities both inside and outside of the County, collaborate with client treatment teams, assess clients for their readiness to move to another level of care and be the catalyst for resolutions for clients who have complex diagnoses and histories. Team members for these positions will demonstrateflexibility, collaborative skills, a client centered philosophy with a system oriented perspective and a willingness to visit care facilities within and outside San Mateo County. Primary duties include: Visit in and out of County (OOC) locked psychiatric treatment, skilled nursingor board and care facilities. Review cases for appropriate Level of Care (LOC). Meet with facility staff and clients residing in locked psychiatric treatment, skilled nursingor board and care facilities. Initiate and organize case conferences for "stuck" clients that are ready to discharge but cannot move due to administrative or other delays. Participate in treatment reviews and make recommendations (i.e. individual behavior plans). Build relationships with partner and contract providers. Work collaboratively as part of the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT). Facilitate referrals and transitions to alternate LOC facilities by being the liaison between the sending and receiving facility. The ideal candidates will possess: Experience working withadult clients with serious mental illness (SMI). Experience delivering co-occurring services to adult clientshaving bothbehavioral health and substance use disorders. Experience working with adult clients with SMI that areresiding in locked psychiatric treatment, skilled nursingor board and care facilities. Solid clinical assessment, diagnostic and evaluation skills working with an adultSMI population. Knowledge of principles, techniques and trends in counseling, psychotherapy, clinical case management, and various treatment modalities for an adult SMI population. Excellent documentation skills: progress notes, assessments, client care plans, etc. Demonstrated expertise, skill and interest with adult clients of diverse cultures and backgrounds, and an ability to provide culturally appropriate and proficient services. Skill in establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with families, co-workers, other professionals, collaborative partners and the public. A current license as either a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist. Term position: One current vacancy is a limited term, at-will position. Limited Term Employees are assigned to assignments not to exceed three years. They receive medical and dental benefits, similar to regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan. The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Qualifications Licensure/Certification : PSW I - current California registration as a Clinical Social Worker Associate (ASW). MFT I - current California Registration as a Marriage and Family Therapist intern (IMF). Individuals hired in these classifications must become licensed within three years from the date of employment as a Clinical Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist by the State of California. PSW-II - current California license as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). MFT II - current California license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT). Psychiatric Social Worker I Salary $33.27 - $41.59 Hourly $2,661.60 - $3,327.20 Biweekly $5,766.80 - $7,208.93 Monthly $69,201.60 - $86,507.20 Annually Psychiatric Social Worker II Salary $37.32 - $46.65 Hourly $2,985.60 - $3,732.00 Biweekly $6,468.80 - $8,086.00 Monthly $77,625.60 - $97,032.00 Annually 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 a Master's degree in Social Work, Social Welfare or a closely related field. Knowledge of: Current recovery model philosophy, principles, and practices for services to clients with serious mental illness; clinical case management, individual, group and family psychodynamics as they relate to adults; psychological diagnostic methods and terminology;and human and health services systems in the County including private agencies and other community resources that may address psychosocial stressors. Skill/Ability to : Provide treatment to adults from transitional age youth to older adultswith various mental disabilities ranging from serious mental illness to dysfunctional behavior patterns, including victims of sexual or physical abuse; set recovery treatment goals and facilitate their attainment; evaluate the degree of mental disability or emotional distress of patients/clients; communicate effectively orally and in writing; provide consultation and technical assistance to agencies, schools and other organizations; and work collectively within a multi-disciplinary team. Application/Examination Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. IMPORTANT : Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. 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 Employment Opportunity Employer. HR Contact: Carolyn Burns(021518) (Psychiatric Social Worker I/II-Marriage and Family Therapist I/II - G040/G035/G120/G121) Keywords: Social Worker, Adult Services, Behavioral Health, SMI
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on August 22, 2018 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous." The County of San Mateo'sHuman Services Agency, Children and Family Services Branch is seeking well-qualified and motivated individuals for the position of Psychiatric Social Worker/Marriage and Family Therapist. Psychiatric Social Workers (PSW)/Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), under general supervision, provide therapeutic counseling and support services to children and families connected to the child welfare system and individual and group therapeutic counseling and case management services to clients having basic and/or severe emotional, family, and/or social adjustment problems. The current vacancies arein the Children and Family Services Branch. One vacancy is in the San Mateo County - Foster Family Agency (SMC FFA) therapeutic program, one vacancy is in the Pathways to Well-Being program, and one vacancy is in the San Mateo County Family Resource Center (FRC) (description of the programs is below). The PSW/MFT I/IImaytravel throughout San Mateo County to schools, community agencies, and homes as needed to provide services and/or to attend meetings. The San Mateo County Foster Family Agency (SMC FFA) therapeutic program utilizes a team approach when providing support to children exhibiting high-need trauma-related behaviors entering the county's foster care system by providing Intensive Treatment Foster Care services. The SMC FFA PSW/MFTacts as the point of entry for new referrals to the SMC FFA program. The PSW/MFTisresponsible for coordinating and monitoring the mental health services, including psychotropic medication, for the children in the program; coordinating, facilitating, and creating individualized needs and services plans for the youth; providing therapeutic support services to the youth and resource parent as needed; and developing and coordinating the monthly foster parent trainings. PSW/MFTalso assists with the recruitment and retention of SMC FFA foster homes and collects statistical data on all youth referred to the program. The Pathways to Well-Being (PTW) PSW/MFTis the liaison between the behavioral health recovery services system and child welfare. The PTW PSW/MFTassists social workers in ensuring all children with open child welfare cases receive timely and effective mental health screens and are referred for appropriate mental health services, as well as organizes the data to track the mental health services the children/youth are connected to. The PTW PSW/MFTalso provides clinical support services to children and families. This position requires the applicant to be Spanish-speaking. The San Mateo County Family Resource Center (FRC) is a school-based early intervention and prevention program. The FRC PSW/MFT provides clinical and case management services to children and families within the school setting. This includes providing therapeutic services one-on-one or in small groups to help children and their families with socio-emotional issues, behavioral difficulties, and family issues that often are impacted by trauma. In all three programs, the PSW/MFT's primary duties will include providing mental health assessments, clinical case management, and resource and referral management services; conducting brief crisis/stabilization intervention services; working with children and families receiving child welfare services; working collaboratively with foster parents, children/youth, parents/guardians, social workers, school staff members, and other service providers; writing court reports; testifying in court cases as needed; and providing services that meet cultural and language needs of the children and families being served.This position requires the applicant to be Spanish-speaking. The ideal candidate will possess: Experience delivering behavioral health services to children exhibiting challenging behaviors due to trauma. Solid clinical treatment, assessment, diagnostic and evaluation skills working with a youth population. Knowledge of principles, techniques and trends in counseling, psychotherapy, clinical case management, crisis management, as well as trauma-informed child abuse treatment and other evidence-based practices. Experience working with youth with complex issues involving abuse and neglect, trauma, behavioral health, and substance use. Experience conducting individual, group, and family therapy. Solid documentation skills: progress notes, assessments, needs and service plans, etc. Experience providing field-based services. Collaboration and coordination of services with other providers. Experience working with multi-cultural clients and staff from a trauma-informed perspective, including ensuring services provided are culturally-relevant and involve the child and family's participation to nurture the child's well-being. Experience establishing and maintaining effective work relationships. Effectiveoral andwritten communication skills. SALARY PSW/MFT I: $5,766.80 - $7,208.93/month PSW/MFT II: $6,468.80 - $8,086.00/month NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Perform initial comprehensive assessments including diagnostic evaluation, risk assessment, behavioral symptoms, level of care needs, family history, and other information necessary to determine treatment needs. Work collaboratively with client or family to develop appropriate treatment plans for and modify plans on a quarterly basis. Conduct home or school visits. Provide individual, group and family counseling/therapy sessions, clinical case management, and outreach services for clients toward the fulfillment of their treatment goals and wellness and recovery. Participate in developing individual and group treatment plans utilizing a variety of psychotherapeutic, psychosocial and psychoeducational modalities. Provide linkage and referral to other county and community services. Coordinate client transitions into services and discharges from treatment. Complete progress notes for all services provided according to established documentation timeline. Collect and evaluate medical or psychosocial data such as case histories, behavior patterns and family relationships of clients. Work as a part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team. Provide consultation and education services. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Licensure/Certification: PSW I - current California registration as a Clinical Social Worker Associate (ASW) or MFT I - current California Registration as a Marriage and Family Therapist intern (IMF). Individuals hired in these classifications must become licensed within three years from the date of employment as a Clinical Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist by the State of California. PSW II - current California license as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or MFT II - current California license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT). 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 Master's degree in Social Work, Social Welfare, or a closely related field. Knowledge of : Current philosophy, principles, and practices for services to clients with emotional disturbance or serious mental illness; individual, group and family psychodynamics as they relate to children or adults; psychological diagnostic methods and terminology; personality development from infancy through adulthood; human and health services systems in the County including private agencies and other community resources. Skill/Ability to : Provide treatment to children, adolescents, or adults with various mental health disabilities ranging from emotional disturbance or serious mental illness to dysfunctional behavior patterns, including victims of sexual or physical abuse; set realistic treatment goals and facilitate their attainment; evaluate the degree of mental disability or emotional distress of patients/clients; provide consultation and technical assistance to agencies, schools, and other organizations; work collectively within a multi-disciplinary team; and communicate effectively orally and in writing. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. The examination will consist of a subject matter expert (SME) review of written application materials (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position. Because of this screening, all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the next phase of the examination process . Applicants passing the SME review / application screening will be placed on a list of eligible candidates and grouped by level of qualifications. The top level candidates will be the first groupoffered an opportunity to interview with the hiring department.Depending on the number of applicants an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations. Each step of the recruitment process is conductedin San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the " Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to www.smcgov.org/hr/jobs to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. ~Tentative Recruitment Dates~ Final Filing Date: TBD Application Screening: TBD Panel Interview: TBD 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. HR Contact:Arlene Cahill (072518) (PSW I/II and MFT I/II - G035/G040 G120/G121)
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on August 22, 2018 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous." The County of San Mateo'sHuman Services Agency, Children and Family Services Branch is seeking well-qualified and motivated individuals for the position of Psychiatric Social Worker/Marriage and Family Therapist. Psychiatric Social Workers (PSW)/Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), under general supervision, provide therapeutic counseling and support services to children and families connected to the child welfare system and individual and group therapeutic counseling and case management services to clients having basic and/or severe emotional, family, and/or social adjustment problems. The current vacancies arein the Children and Family Services Branch. One vacancy is in the San Mateo County - Foster Family Agency (SMC FFA) therapeutic program, one vacancy is in the Pathways to Well-Being program, and one vacancy is in the San Mateo County Family Resource Center (FRC) (description of the programs is below). The PSW/MFT I/IImaytravel throughout San Mateo County to schools, community agencies, and homes as needed to provide services and/or to attend meetings. The San Mateo County Foster Family Agency (SMC FFA) therapeutic program utilizes a team approach when providing support to children exhibiting high-need trauma-related behaviors entering the county's foster care system by providing Intensive Treatment Foster Care services. The SMC FFA PSW/MFTacts as the point of entry for new referrals to the SMC FFA program. The PSW/MFTisresponsible for coordinating and monitoring the mental health services, including psychotropic medication, for the children in the program; coordinating, facilitating, and creating individualized needs and services plans for the youth; providing therapeutic support services to the youth and resource parent as needed; and developing and coordinating the monthly foster parent trainings. PSW/MFTalso assists with the recruitment and retention of SMC FFA foster homes and collects statistical data on all youth referred to the program. The Pathways to Well-Being (PTW) PSW/MFTis the liaison between the behavioral health recovery services system and child welfare. The PTW PSW/MFTassists social workers in ensuring all children with open child welfare cases receive timely and effective mental health screens and are referred for appropriate mental health services, as well as organizes the data to track the mental health services the children/youth are connected to. The PTW PSW/MFTalso provides clinical support services to children and families. This position requires the applicant to be Spanish-speaking. The San Mateo County Family Resource Center (FRC) is a school-based early intervention and prevention program. The FRC PSW/MFT provides clinical and case management services to children and families within the school setting. This includes providing therapeutic services one-on-one or in small groups to help children and their families with socio-emotional issues, behavioral difficulties, and family issues that often are impacted by trauma. In all three programs, the PSW/MFT's primary duties will include providing mental health assessments, clinical case management, and resource and referral management services; conducting brief crisis/stabilization intervention services; working with children and families receiving child welfare services; working collaboratively with foster parents, children/youth, parents/guardians, social workers, school staff members, and other service providers; writing court reports; testifying in court cases as needed; and providing services that meet cultural and language needs of the children and families being served.This position requires the applicant to be Spanish-speaking. The ideal candidate will possess: Experience delivering behavioral health services to children exhibiting challenging behaviors due to trauma. Solid clinical treatment, assessment, diagnostic and evaluation skills working with a youth population. Knowledge of principles, techniques and trends in counseling, psychotherapy, clinical case management, crisis management, as well as trauma-informed child abuse treatment and other evidence-based practices. Experience working with youth with complex issues involving abuse and neglect, trauma, behavioral health, and substance use. Experience conducting individual, group, and family therapy. Solid documentation skills: progress notes, assessments, needs and service plans, etc. Experience providing field-based services. Collaboration and coordination of services with other providers. Experience working with multi-cultural clients and staff from a trauma-informed perspective, including ensuring services provided are culturally-relevant and involve the child and family's participation to nurture the child's well-being. Experience establishing and maintaining effective work relationships. Effectiveoral andwritten communication skills. SALARY PSW/MFT I: $5,766.80 - $7,208.93/month PSW/MFT II: $6,468.80 - $8,086.00/month NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Perform initial comprehensive assessments including diagnostic evaluation, risk assessment, behavioral symptoms, level of care needs, family history, and other information necessary to determine treatment needs. Work collaboratively with client or family to develop appropriate treatment plans for and modify plans on a quarterly basis. Conduct home or school visits. Provide individual, group and family counseling/therapy sessions, clinical case management, and outreach services for clients toward the fulfillment of their treatment goals and wellness and recovery. Participate in developing individual and group treatment plans utilizing a variety of psychotherapeutic, psychosocial and psychoeducational modalities. Provide linkage and referral to other county and community services. Coordinate client transitions into services and discharges from treatment. Complete progress notes for all services provided according to established documentation timeline. Collect and evaluate medical or psychosocial data such as case histories, behavior patterns and family relationships of clients. Work as a part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team. Provide consultation and education services. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Licensure/Certification: PSW I - current California registration as a Clinical Social Worker Associate (ASW) or MFT I - current California Registration as a Marriage and Family Therapist intern (IMF). Individuals hired in these classifications must become licensed within three years from the date of employment as a Clinical Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist by the State of California. PSW II - current California license as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or MFT II - current California license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT). 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 Master's degree in Social Work, Social Welfare, or a closely related field. Knowledge of : Current philosophy, principles, and practices for services to clients with emotional disturbance or serious mental illness; individual, group and family psychodynamics as they relate to children or adults; psychological diagnostic methods and terminology; personality development from infancy through adulthood; human and health services systems in the County including private agencies and other community resources. Skill/Ability to : Provide treatment to children, adolescents, or adults with various mental health disabilities ranging from emotional disturbance or serious mental illness to dysfunctional behavior patterns, including victims of sexual or physical abuse; set realistic treatment goals and facilitate their attainment; evaluate the degree of mental disability or emotional distress of patients/clients; provide consultation and technical assistance to agencies, schools, and other organizations; work collectively within a multi-disciplinary team; and communicate effectively orally and in writing. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. The examination will consist of a subject matter expert (SME) review of written application materials (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position. Because of this screening, all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the next phase of the examination process . Applicants passing the SME review / application screening will be placed on a list of eligible candidates and grouped by level of qualifications. The top level candidates will be the first groupoffered an opportunity to interview with the hiring department.Depending on the number of applicants an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations. Each step of the recruitment process is conductedin San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the " Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to www.smcgov.org/hr/jobs to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. ~Tentative Recruitment Dates~ Final Filing Date: TBD Application Screening: TBD Panel Interview: TBD 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. HR Contact:Arlene Cahill (072518) (PSW I/II and MFT I/II - G035/G040 G120/G121)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description San Mateo Medical Center is currently seeking a professional, goal-oriented and experienced Clinical Services Manager I -Nursing Supervisor . The Nursing Supervisor willplan, organize, direct and supervise the operations ofour acute care facility during the evening and night shifts. As Nursing Supervisor, you will have the opportunity tomanage patient care whileensuring appropriate quality of care and compliance with regulations. In addition, your responsibilities willinclude participating in training, coaching and counseling activities of nursing staff working on the evening and night shifts, as well as other projects as assigned that impact patients and nurses on the shifts you oversee. Youwill join a team of committed experienced nurses, and you willcover the 100-bed inpatient units and Emergency Department during evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of two years of charge nurse experience and/or a minimum of one year in a nursing management/supervisory role in an acute care accredited hospital. Experience working in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Emergency Department(ED) is preferred, and Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Cardiac Life Support (PALS) certificates approved by the American Red Cross or American Heart Associationare required. The current position is part time (0.6 FTE). NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Work with unit-based charge nurses, supervise and monitor the provision of nursing care withinSan MateoMedical Center. Monitor and control expenditures in the deployment of staffto ensure the accomplishment of objectives within an approved budget. Maintain an effective working relationship with a variety of public and private organizations, including staff in other Health Services Agency Divisions, County departments, medical staff, emergency medical services, law enforcement, other agencies and private health care providers. Answer questions and provide information to the public. Supervise the enforcement of applicable nursing standards, codes and regulations, as required. Provide staff assistance to higher level management on nursing or related issues. Perform related duties as assigned. Prepare reports regarding activity on assigned shift. Function as the liaison to the Administrator-on-Call and have delegated responsibility to be a resource to all departments who have staff in-house. Qualifications Knowledge of: Nurse Practice Act; principles and practices of nursing and clinical systems, including safety and infection control practices; principles and practices of community health care including current trends in research, treatment, prevention, education and related services; principles and practices of program management, including planning, implementation, and evaluation; principles of budget preparation and monitoring; principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation; state and other regulatory requirements for assigned unit or program. Skill/Ability to: Organize, direct, coordinate and evaluate nursing services that ensure quality patient care and conform to all prescribed standards; work cooperatively with other County departments and public and private organizations, including private medical providers; analyze service delivery problems accurately, develop recommendations and take appropriate action to resolve them; develop, evaluate and maintain accurate records; prepare complex and detailed written reports, procedures and contracts; communicate effectively with administrative, medical, professional, clinical and citizen groups; train staff and coordinate activities of contractors, volunteer groups and staff, as appropriate; provide unit management and support during evening, off hours and weekends, if assigned to administration and designated as nursing supervisor. Licensure/Certification: Possession of a valid California license as a Registered Nurse (R.N.). 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 three years of professional nursing experience in an accredited hospital or clinic, of which at least one year included responsible supervisory experience, unless otherwise specified below in the additional qualifications. Additional Qualifications for Restricted Positions: Specific qualifications are required beyond those specified above for the following assignments: Emergency Department: Must possess a BLS, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Cardiac Life Support (PALS) certificates approved by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.Two years of the required nursing experience must have been from working in an emergency department and includes experience with domestic violence and rape trauma reporting requirements. Application/Examination Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. Thorough and detailed responses to the supplementalquestions must be submitted in addition to the standard San Mateo County employment application. A resume 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 candidate's 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. 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. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Final Filing Date : Continuous Application Screening: TBD Panel Interview: TBD 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 Employment Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Carolyn Burns(080718) (Clinical Services ManagerI - Nursing - D144)
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description San Mateo Medical Center is currently seeking a professional, goal-oriented and experienced Clinical Services Manager I -Nursing Supervisor . The Nursing Supervisor willplan, organize, direct and supervise the operations ofour acute care facility during the evening and night shifts. As Nursing Supervisor, you will have the opportunity tomanage patient care whileensuring appropriate quality of care and compliance with regulations. In addition, your responsibilities willinclude participating in training, coaching and counseling activities of nursing staff working on the evening and night shifts, as well as other projects as assigned that impact patients and nurses on the shifts you oversee. Youwill join a team of committed experienced nurses, and you willcover the 100-bed inpatient units and Emergency Department during evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of two years of charge nurse experience and/or a minimum of one year in a nursing management/supervisory role in an acute care accredited hospital. Experience working in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Emergency Department(ED) is preferred, and Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Cardiac Life Support (PALS) certificates approved by the American Red Cross or American Heart Associationare required. The current position is part time (0.6 FTE). NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Work with unit-based charge nurses, supervise and monitor the provision of nursing care withinSan MateoMedical Center. Monitor and control expenditures in the deployment of staffto ensure the accomplishment of objectives within an approved budget. Maintain an effective working relationship with a variety of public and private organizations, including staff in other Health Services Agency Divisions, County departments, medical staff, emergency medical services, law enforcement, other agencies and private health care providers. Answer questions and provide information to the public. Supervise the enforcement of applicable nursing standards, codes and regulations, as required. Provide staff assistance to higher level management on nursing or related issues. Perform related duties as assigned. Prepare reports regarding activity on assigned shift. Function as the liaison to the Administrator-on-Call and have delegated responsibility to be a resource to all departments who have staff in-house. Qualifications Knowledge of: Nurse Practice Act; principles and practices of nursing and clinical systems, including safety and infection control practices; principles and practices of community health care including current trends in research, treatment, prevention, education and related services; principles and practices of program management, including planning, implementation, and evaluation; principles of budget preparation and monitoring; principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation; state and other regulatory requirements for assigned unit or program. Skill/Ability to: Organize, direct, coordinate and evaluate nursing services that ensure quality patient care and conform to all prescribed standards; work cooperatively with other County departments and public and private organizations, including private medical providers; analyze service delivery problems accurately, develop recommendations and take appropriate action to resolve them; develop, evaluate and maintain accurate records; prepare complex and detailed written reports, procedures and contracts; communicate effectively with administrative, medical, professional, clinical and citizen groups; train staff and coordinate activities of contractors, volunteer groups and staff, as appropriate; provide unit management and support during evening, off hours and weekends, if assigned to administration and designated as nursing supervisor. Licensure/Certification: Possession of a valid California license as a Registered Nurse (R.N.). 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 three years of professional nursing experience in an accredited hospital or clinic, of which at least one year included responsible supervisory experience, unless otherwise specified below in the additional qualifications. Additional Qualifications for Restricted Positions: Specific qualifications are required beyond those specified above for the following assignments: Emergency Department: Must possess a BLS, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Cardiac Life Support (PALS) certificates approved by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.Two years of the required nursing experience must have been from working in an emergency department and includes experience with domestic violence and rape trauma reporting requirements. Application/Examination Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. Thorough and detailed responses to the supplementalquestions must be submitted in addition to the standard San Mateo County employment application. A resume 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 candidate's 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. 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. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Final Filing Date : Continuous Application Screening: TBD Panel Interview: TBD 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 Employment Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Carolyn Burns(080718) (Clinical Services ManagerI - Nursing - D144)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description San Mateo County Health is seeking qualified individuals for the position of Correctional Health Psychiatric Social Worker/ Marriage & Family Therapist I/II-Extra Help. There arecurrently multiple extra help vacanciesin Correctional Health Services. These positions work in the Maguire CorrectionalFacility and the Maple Street Correctional Center, both located inRedwood City. Positions include weekend and evening shifts. These PSW/MFT positionsprovide clinical mental healthservices and substance abuse services toinmates with mental illness, serious mental illness,chemical dependencyor co-occurring disorders;provide case management services; provide discharge planning;interviews inmate patients toassess mental healthneeds and formulates treatment plans; exercise good judgment and tact when interacting with inmate patients and other service providers; relate and communicate effectively with inmate patients and others from the diverse multi-cultural community served; function as a team member in a multi-disciplinary work setting; work independently and as a team member; and collaborate with Sheriff's Office staff to manage inmate patients' daily activities. Will work with various professionals involved with the court system, including probation officers, attorneys, case managers and other treatment providers, and develop treatment plans for seriously mentally ill inmates. Some positions require weekend and evening hours. The ideal candidates will have: A license as either a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist; Experience working in a correctional facility; Experience providing case management services for an inmate population; Demonstrated ability inproviding clinical mental health services to an adult population with serious mental illness or co-occurring disorders of seriousmental illness and chemical dependency; and Working with a diverse multi-disciplinary team and inmate population. Fluency in Spanish is preferred but not required. SALARY : PSW/MFT I: $33.27 - $41.59/hour PSW/MFT II: $37.32 - $46.65/hour NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis.Some extra help positions are eligible for benefitsundertheAffordable Care Act. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. Qualifications Security Clearance : This position requires that the applicant obtain and maintain a security clearance as a condition of employment. Licensure/Certification: PSW I - current California registration as an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW). MFT I - current California registration as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMF). PSW-II - current California license as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). MFT II - current California license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Application/Examination If you are interested in being considered for an extra help position the following must be submitted via e-mail : Copy of valid Registration or License issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences Responses to supplemental questions Resume Please include the words "Correctional Health Psychiatric Social Worker/ Marriage & Family Therapist-Extra Help Position" in the subject line of email submission. All submitted materials must be in a Word or PDF format . Please submit theabove listedmaterials via email to: Tung Tran, Supervising Mental Health Clinician ttran@smcgov.org Submit responses to these Supplemental Questions: Describe your experience working with seriously mentally ill adult patients, including assessment, counseling and/or therapy services. Specifically cite any experience working with inmates in a correctional facility. Describe your experience providing case management services working with seriously mentally ill adult clients. Specifically cite any experience working with inmates in a correctional facility. Describe your experience working with adult clients with the co-occurring disorders of mental illness and chemical dependency. Include a description of your efforts to encourage recovery services for them. Application materials will be reviewed as they are received and well-qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Apply immediately. Application materials will be accepted until positions are filled. This posting is open on a continuous basis and selection may be made at any time within the process. NOTE: Application materials areonly accepted via e-mail. Materials sent via regular mail and/or fax will not be accepted. Submittals that do not include all required elements ( Copy of valid registration or license issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, responses to supplemental questions andresume) will not be considered. The County of San Mateo is a diverse, inclusive workplace, where employees are valued and respected for their different perspectives, experiences, backgrounds, and contributions. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description San Mateo County Health is seeking qualified individuals for the position of Correctional Health Psychiatric Social Worker/ Marriage & Family Therapist I/II-Extra Help. There arecurrently multiple extra help vacanciesin Correctional Health Services. These positions work in the Maguire CorrectionalFacility and the Maple Street Correctional Center, both located inRedwood City. Positions include weekend and evening shifts. These PSW/MFT positionsprovide clinical mental healthservices and substance abuse services toinmates with mental illness, serious mental illness,chemical dependencyor co-occurring disorders;provide case management services; provide discharge planning;interviews inmate patients toassess mental healthneeds and formulates treatment plans; exercise good judgment and tact when interacting with inmate patients and other service providers; relate and communicate effectively with inmate patients and others from the diverse multi-cultural community served; function as a team member in a multi-disciplinary work setting; work independently and as a team member; and collaborate with Sheriff's Office staff to manage inmate patients' daily activities. Will work with various professionals involved with the court system, including probation officers, attorneys, case managers and other treatment providers, and develop treatment plans for seriously mentally ill inmates. Some positions require weekend and evening hours. The ideal candidates will have: A license as either a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist; Experience working in a correctional facility; Experience providing case management services for an inmate population; Demonstrated ability inproviding clinical mental health services to an adult population with serious mental illness or co-occurring disorders of seriousmental illness and chemical dependency; and Working with a diverse multi-disciplinary team and inmate population. Fluency in Spanish is preferred but not required. SALARY : PSW/MFT I: $33.27 - $41.59/hour PSW/MFT II: $37.32 - $46.65/hour NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis.Some extra help positions are eligible for benefitsundertheAffordable Care Act. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. Qualifications Security Clearance : This position requires that the applicant obtain and maintain a security clearance as a condition of employment. Licensure/Certification: PSW I - current California registration as an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW). MFT I - current California registration as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMF). PSW-II - current California license as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). MFT II - current California license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Application/Examination If you are interested in being considered for an extra help position the following must be submitted via e-mail : Copy of valid Registration or License issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences Responses to supplemental questions Resume Please include the words "Correctional Health Psychiatric Social Worker/ Marriage & Family Therapist-Extra Help Position" in the subject line of email submission. All submitted materials must be in a Word or PDF format . Please submit theabove listedmaterials via email to: Tung Tran, Supervising Mental Health Clinician ttran@smcgov.org Submit responses to these Supplemental Questions: Describe your experience working with seriously mentally ill adult patients, including assessment, counseling and/or therapy services. Specifically cite any experience working with inmates in a correctional facility. Describe your experience providing case management services working with seriously mentally ill adult clients. Specifically cite any experience working with inmates in a correctional facility. Describe your experience working with adult clients with the co-occurring disorders of mental illness and chemical dependency. Include a description of your efforts to encourage recovery services for them. Application materials will be reviewed as they are received and well-qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Apply immediately. Application materials will be accepted until positions are filled. This posting is open on a continuous basis and selection may be made at any time within the process. NOTE: Application materials areonly accepted via e-mail. Materials sent via regular mail and/or fax will not be accepted. Submittals that do not include all required elements ( Copy of valid registration or license issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, responses to supplemental questions andresume) will not be considered. The County of San Mateo is a diverse, inclusive workplace, where employees are valued and respected for their different perspectives, experiences, backgrounds, and contributions. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description San Mateo County Health's Public Health, Policy & Planning Division is seeking well-qualified individuals for the position of Communicable Disease Investigator - Communicable Disease Control Program . The Communicable Disease Control Program is a multidisciplinary team of public health professionals that works closely with local health care providers, community members, partners, other public health jurisdictions, government agencies, and private organizations to prevent and control transmission of communicable diseases throughout County of San Mateo. There are currently two full-time regular vacancies; fluency in Spanish is preferred for one of the positions. Both positions are located in San Mateo, CA but will drive/travel throughout the County to perform duties of the job. Under the direct supervision of the Community Program Supervisor, this Communicable Disease Investigator is responsible for investigation and control of communicable diseases within the County of San Mateo; fielding inquiries from providers, partners and the public; development and provision of public health messaging; utilization and maintenance of surveillance databases; and other duties as assigned. Typical duties include but are not limited to: Conduct communicable disease investigations. Investigate and follow up on a wide range of reportable communicable diseases to ensure that appropriate prevention, treatment, control and reporting measures are implemented. Monitor outbreaks of communicable diseases and provide recommendations to support appropriate prevention, treatment, control and reporting. Enter surveillance data into web-based electronic database. Draft reports, health education materials, and other documents. Provide consultation, outreach, education, training andpublic messagingabout communicable diseasesto diverse community and health care provider groups through a variety of forums. Respond to phone and email inquiries from the public and medical providers. Perform medical chart reviews. Communicate with medical providers to ensure appropriate follow-up is completed. Participate and assist with public health emergency preparedness activities. Perform venipuncture for blood specimen collection. The ideal candidate for this position will have: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in public health, biological sciences or related fieldand at least one year of experience in a public health or health care setting. Experience in and/or knowledge of California Code of Regulations Title 17 Reportable Diseases and Conditions. Aninterest and skills in surveillance, prevention, investigation, control and reporting of communicable diseases. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and is highly organized, responsible, detail-oriented, committed to public service, and able to work independently and collaboratively in a culturally diverse environment. The ability to easily establish rapport and conduct telephone and field interviews of a highly personal nature with culturally diverse clients andestablish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. Experience toindependently conduct contact and outbreak investigations in various field settings, perform surveillance tasks, enter data accurately and maintain electronic databases. Excellent written communication skills. Strong analytical skills and familiarity withbasic statistical and research techniques. Excellent oralcommunication skills and can effectively speak in diverse public forums, with health care providers, clients and members of the public. Knowledge ofdisease prevention,community outreach and public health messaging campaigns. Fluency in Spanish is preferred. This position requires travel, field work, and after-hours work as needed. Handling patient specimens and venipuncture may also be required. The incumbent is expected to be able to independently transport themselves, patients, specimens and medical supplies to appointments and other locations. Due to this expectation, the position requires possession of a class C California driver license or the ability to provide suitable transportation, as approved by the appointing authority. Therefore, public transportation may not be a viable option to fully and effectively perform the duties of this position. NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies . Qualifications Licensure/Certification: California class C driver license or equivalent or the ability to provide suitable transportation, as approved by the appointing authority. Education and Experience : Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way of gaining the knowledge and skills is graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in biologic science, public health, or a related field. Knowledge of: Methods of transmission, diagnosis and treatment of communicable diseases; accepted techniques of communicable disease control; and diagnostic tests for communicable diseases. Skill/Ability to: Conduct effective fact gathering interviews of a highly personal nature; exercise initiative and tact in tracing contacts and bringing them to obtain treatment; relate easily to people from diverse cultures and varying lifestyles; apply the rules and regulations relative to communicable disease control; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. CurrentCounty of San MateoandCounty of San MateoSuperior Court of Californiaemployees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition toour regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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 the County of San Mateo, 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. ~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~ Final Filing Date: January 24, 2019 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 Employment Opportunity Employer. HRContact:YvonneAlvidrez(010419) (Communicable Disease Investigator- J047)
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description San Mateo County Health's Public Health, Policy & Planning Division is seeking well-qualified individuals for the position of Communicable Disease Investigator - Communicable Disease Control Program . The Communicable Disease Control Program is a multidisciplinary team of public health professionals that works closely with local health care providers, community members, partners, other public health jurisdictions, government agencies, and private organizations to prevent and control transmission of communicable diseases throughout County of San Mateo. There are currently two full-time regular vacancies; fluency in Spanish is preferred for one of the positions. Both positions are located in San Mateo, CA but will drive/travel throughout the County to perform duties of the job. Under the direct supervision of the Community Program Supervisor, this Communicable Disease Investigator is responsible for investigation and control of communicable diseases within the County of San Mateo; fielding inquiries from providers, partners and the public; development and provision of public health messaging; utilization and maintenance of surveillance databases; and other duties as assigned. Typical duties include but are not limited to: Conduct communicable disease investigations. Investigate and follow up on a wide range of reportable communicable diseases to ensure that appropriate prevention, treatment, control and reporting measures are implemented. Monitor outbreaks of communicable diseases and provide recommendations to support appropriate prevention, treatment, control and reporting. Enter surveillance data into web-based electronic database. Draft reports, health education materials, and other documents. Provide consultation, outreach, education, training andpublic messagingabout communicable diseasesto diverse community and health care provider groups through a variety of forums. Respond to phone and email inquiries from the public and medical providers. Perform medical chart reviews. Communicate with medical providers to ensure appropriate follow-up is completed. Participate and assist with public health emergency preparedness activities. Perform venipuncture for blood specimen collection. The ideal candidate for this position will have: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in public health, biological sciences or related fieldand at least one year of experience in a public health or health care setting. Experience in and/or knowledge of California Code of Regulations Title 17 Reportable Diseases and Conditions. Aninterest and skills in surveillance, prevention, investigation, control and reporting of communicable diseases. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and is highly organized, responsible, detail-oriented, committed to public service, and able to work independently and collaboratively in a culturally diverse environment. The ability to easily establish rapport and conduct telephone and field interviews of a highly personal nature with culturally diverse clients andestablish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. Experience toindependently conduct contact and outbreak investigations in various field settings, perform surveillance tasks, enter data accurately and maintain electronic databases. Excellent written communication skills. Strong analytical skills and familiarity withbasic statistical and research techniques. Excellent oralcommunication skills and can effectively speak in diverse public forums, with health care providers, clients and members of the public. Knowledge ofdisease prevention,community outreach and public health messaging campaigns. Fluency in Spanish is preferred. This position requires travel, field work, and after-hours work as needed. Handling patient specimens and venipuncture may also be required. The incumbent is expected to be able to independently transport themselves, patients, specimens and medical supplies to appointments and other locations. Due to this expectation, the position requires possession of a class C California driver license or the ability to provide suitable transportation, as approved by the appointing authority. Therefore, public transportation may not be a viable option to fully and effectively perform the duties of this position. NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies . Qualifications Licensure/Certification: California class C driver license or equivalent or the ability to provide suitable transportation, as approved by the appointing authority. Education and Experience : Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way of gaining the knowledge and skills is graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in biologic science, public health, or a related field. Knowledge of: Methods of transmission, diagnosis and treatment of communicable diseases; accepted techniques of communicable disease control; and diagnostic tests for communicable diseases. Skill/Ability to: Conduct effective fact gathering interviews of a highly personal nature; exercise initiative and tact in tracing contacts and bringing them to obtain treatment; relate easily to people from diverse cultures and varying lifestyles; apply the rules and regulations relative to communicable disease control; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. CurrentCounty of San MateoandCounty of San MateoSuperior Court of Californiaemployees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition toour regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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 the County of San Mateo, 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. ~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~ Final Filing Date: January 24, 2019 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 Employment Opportunity Employer. HRContact:YvonneAlvidrez(010419) (Communicable Disease Investigator- J047)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description The Community Services Program Manager will plan, direct, coordinate, implement and evaluate specialized social or community service programs and services; participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of goals, objectives, policies and procedures related to one or more defined program or service areas; provide staff support to higher level management within the assigned areas of specialization; select, train and provide direction to subordinate supervisory, professional, technical and/or clerical staff. The current vacancy is in the Human Services Agency (HSA), Collaborative Community Outcomes (CCO) Branch, serving as the Community Services Program Manager, who has responsibilities over the County Veterans Services Office, the Children's Fund Program, the County Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Program, Community Contracts, Communications, and Community Relations for the CCO Branch. The Community Services Program Manager will provide operational and program oversight for planning, support, and administration of the above programs and provide Strategic Planning, Contracts Management (procurement, negotiation, development and monitoring), Financial Resource Management, Grants Management, Program Planning and Operations, and Communications to ensure all programs meet program performance and quality improvement goals. The ideal candidate for this position is required to have the following: A minimum of five years of experience in the field of human and social services, behavioral health, public health, education, veteran's services, community services, or a related field. At least two years of supervisory experience is strongly preferred. Working knowledge of social, economic, and political issues relevant to low income children, families and communities. Understanding of the national landscape of public assistance programs and the social service sector is strongly preferred. Knowledge of State/County/Federal rules and regulations, including evidence based or promising practices related to policies as they pertain to public assistance programs. A minimum of two years of experience in the design, facilitation, and execution of large-scale planning and reform efforts within public systems and/or community-based organizations. At least three years of experience in an administrative capacity supporting executive and managerial staff to administer programs or contracts. Able to manage multiple projects with varying scopes simultaneously. Highly developed project management and problem-solving skills required, including expertise in negotiating challenging situations and relationship to effectively prioritize and execute tasks, and the ability to manage diverse projects and contracts. Effective leadership, facilitation, critical thinking, coaching, and decision-making skills. Highly demonstrated skills in team building, implementing large scale projects, and delegating tasks is required. The ability to conform to shifting priorities, timelines, and demands is required. Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, oral and written communication skills, including demonstrated skills at report writing and documenting and synthesizing information. Demonstrated political astuteness in working with elected officials, community leaders, and contracted providers. A minimum of two years of expertise in service program design, use of data in performance improvement, internal and external data development analysis, financial claiming and reporting. Ability to utilize technological systems used to administer programs and to generate data reports is required. Ability to effectively motivate and sustain involvement of staff and community partners. Culturally competent in working with diverse communities. Local travel, and occasional out of town travel, may be required. Bachelor's degree in a social service, public health, policy or public administrationfield; Master's degree preferred. Note: The list generated from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies . Examples Of Duties The Community Services Program Manager will oversee and provide operational oversight over the programs and services provided by the County Veterans Services Office, the Children's Fund Program, the STEM Program, Community Contracts, Communications, and Community Relations for the CCO Branch. Additional or new programs or initiatives may also be assigned based on Agency need and priorities. The Community Services Program Manager will provide program and staff supervision, budget oversight, strategic planning and performance management, staff recruitment, event coordination, relationship building, contract and performance monitoring and reporting, and special projects as assigned. Specifically, the Community Services Program Manager will be responsible for the Program Management role for the following programs: County Veterans Services Office : Responsible for the County Veterans Services Office operations and financial management of operational budget; Represent San Mateo County at State and Local meetings; Oversight of the Veterans Trust Fund and Veterans Fund; Supervision of the Veterans Officer; Work collaboratively with the Board of Supervisor sponsor and the Veterans Commission on joint projects; Coordinate Special Events and Veteran Summits; Convene monthly staff meetings; Assess and implement quality improvement initiatives; Engage with Community Partners to Expand Outreach and Ensure Timely Communication; Program Development; Performance and Data Dashboard reporting and Programmatic Reviews and reports as needed. Children's Fund Program: Responsible for the Children's Fund program which serves over 4,200 low income and foster children each year through year round and seasonal programs; Financial Management of the program budget and donor giving; Supervision of the Program Coordinator; Recruit seasonal interns; Oversee Volunteer base and perform outreach to encourage volunteerism or donations; Strategic Communications; and Manage program operations to ensure program recognition and program goals are met. County STEM Program: Responsible for the County's Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Program, including budget management, cultivating relationships with the Board sponsors and various educational and community partners, supervision of the STEM Education Coordinator, contract management, program communications, and oversight of STEM funded programs and events. Community Contracts: Provide contract oversight and monitoring for various community provider contracts, manage budgets, monitor performance, conduct site visits, and report on performance outcomes. Community Relations : Represent the Human Services Agency and the Collaborative Community Outcomes Branch at various community meetings as a collaborative partner for program outreach, information sharing, community problem solving and to ensure a collective impact approach. Provide strategic communication and marketing for CCO programs. Other d uties may include, but are not limited to, the following: implement, plan, direct, coordinate, and evaluate specialized social or community services, activities and programs; participate in the development of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and priorities within one or more specialized service areas; prepare cost estimates and justifications for budget recommendations; monitor and control expenditures to ensure the accomplishment of objectives within an approved budget; negotiate or participate in negotiating contracts with outside vendors, consultants or organizations; administer, monitor and evaluate contracts; participate in or act as liaison with internal or external committees, board and commissions; maintain an effective working relationship with a variety of public and private organizations, including staff in other County departments and agencies; answer questions and provide information to the public; supervise the enforcement of applicable standards, codes and regulations, as required; investigate the sources of outside funds, prepare and submit grant applications and administer secured funds; prepare written reports, policies, procedures, grants and contracts; provide staff assistance to higher level management on program or service issues; select, supervise, train and evaluate supervisory, professional, technical and/or clerical subordinates; and perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications 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: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business administration, public administration, sociology, criminology, rehabilitation or a related discipline and two years of experience in a public, health, social services or community-based program that included responsibility for program planning, client or customer services, program evaluation, budget administration, or community resource coordination, of which at least one year included responsible supervisory experience. Knowledge of : Principles and practices of public administration and program management, including planning, implementation, and evaluation; principles and practices of the specific social, community or public services area, including current trends in research, treatment, education, rehabilitation or related services; principles and practices of the assigned social or community services areas, including current trends in research, treatment, education, rehabilitation or related services; principles of budget preparation and monitoring; principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation and laws, codes and regulations governing the specific social, community or public service program area. Skill/Ability to : Plan, direct coordinate, implement and evaluate program services; work cooperatively with other County departments and public and private organizations; analyze problems accurately, develop recommendations and take appropriate action to resolve them; prepare complex and detailed written reports, procedures, grant applications and contracts; speak effectively to diverse audiences, including professional, clinical and citizen groups; apply principles and techniques of community organization, including community awareness, resource coordination, and mobilization of diverse community groups, as appropriate and train staff and coordinate activities of contractors, volunteer groups and staff. Application/Examination Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. CurrentCounty of San Mateoand County of San MateoSuperior Court of Californiaemployees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help, or term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition toour regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. The examination will consist of an interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applications,an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations ora screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position based solely on the information provided in the application documents. Because of this screening process, all applicants meeting 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 Online' button above. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. ~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~ Final Filing Date: February 4, 2019 Tentative Application Screening: February 5, 2019 Tentative Panel Interviews: February 25, 2019 and/or February 26, 2019 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. Analyst: Arlene Cahill(011019) (Human Services Manager I - D090)
Jan 11, 2019
Full Time
Description The Community Services Program Manager will plan, direct, coordinate, implement and evaluate specialized social or community service programs and services; participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of goals, objectives, policies and procedures related to one or more defined program or service areas; provide staff support to higher level management within the assigned areas of specialization; select, train and provide direction to subordinate supervisory, professional, technical and/or clerical staff. The current vacancy is in the Human Services Agency (HSA), Collaborative Community Outcomes (CCO) Branch, serving as the Community Services Program Manager, who has responsibilities over the County Veterans Services Office, the Children's Fund Program, the County Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Program, Community Contracts, Communications, and Community Relations for the CCO Branch. The Community Services Program Manager will provide operational and program oversight for planning, support, and administration of the above programs and provide Strategic Planning, Contracts Management (procurement, negotiation, development and monitoring), Financial Resource Management, Grants Management, Program Planning and Operations, and Communications to ensure all programs meet program performance and quality improvement goals. The ideal candidate for this position is required to have the following: A minimum of five years of experience in the field of human and social services, behavioral health, public health, education, veteran's services, community services, or a related field. At least two years of supervisory experience is strongly preferred. Working knowledge of social, economic, and political issues relevant to low income children, families and communities. Understanding of the national landscape of public assistance programs and the social service sector is strongly preferred. Knowledge of State/County/Federal rules and regulations, including evidence based or promising practices related to policies as they pertain to public assistance programs. A minimum of two years of experience in the design, facilitation, and execution of large-scale planning and reform efforts within public systems and/or community-based organizations. At least three years of experience in an administrative capacity supporting executive and managerial staff to administer programs or contracts. Able to manage multiple projects with varying scopes simultaneously. Highly developed project management and problem-solving skills required, including expertise in negotiating challenging situations and relationship to effectively prioritize and execute tasks, and the ability to manage diverse projects and contracts. Effective leadership, facilitation, critical thinking, coaching, and decision-making skills. Highly demonstrated skills in team building, implementing large scale projects, and delegating tasks is required. The ability to conform to shifting priorities, timelines, and demands is required. Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, oral and written communication skills, including demonstrated skills at report writing and documenting and synthesizing information. Demonstrated political astuteness in working with elected officials, community leaders, and contracted providers. A minimum of two years of expertise in service program design, use of data in performance improvement, internal and external data development analysis, financial claiming and reporting. Ability to utilize technological systems used to administer programs and to generate data reports is required. Ability to effectively motivate and sustain involvement of staff and community partners. Culturally competent in working with diverse communities. Local travel, and occasional out of town travel, may be required. Bachelor's degree in a social service, public health, policy or public administrationfield; Master's degree preferred. Note: The list generated from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies . Examples Of Duties The Community Services Program Manager will oversee and provide operational oversight over the programs and services provided by the County Veterans Services Office, the Children's Fund Program, the STEM Program, Community Contracts, Communications, and Community Relations for the CCO Branch. Additional or new programs or initiatives may also be assigned based on Agency need and priorities. The Community Services Program Manager will provide program and staff supervision, budget oversight, strategic planning and performance management, staff recruitment, event coordination, relationship building, contract and performance monitoring and reporting, and special projects as assigned. Specifically, the Community Services Program Manager will be responsible for the Program Management role for the following programs: County Veterans Services Office : Responsible for the County Veterans Services Office operations and financial management of operational budget; Represent San Mateo County at State and Local meetings; Oversight of the Veterans Trust Fund and Veterans Fund; Supervision of the Veterans Officer; Work collaboratively with the Board of Supervisor sponsor and the Veterans Commission on joint projects; Coordinate Special Events and Veteran Summits; Convene monthly staff meetings; Assess and implement quality improvement initiatives; Engage with Community Partners to Expand Outreach and Ensure Timely Communication; Program Development; Performance and Data Dashboard reporting and Programmatic Reviews and reports as needed. Children's Fund Program: Responsible for the Children's Fund program which serves over 4,200 low income and foster children each year through year round and seasonal programs; Financial Management of the program budget and donor giving; Supervision of the Program Coordinator; Recruit seasonal interns; Oversee Volunteer base and perform outreach to encourage volunteerism or donations; Strategic Communications; and Manage program operations to ensure program recognition and program goals are met. County STEM Program: Responsible for the County's Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Program, including budget management, cultivating relationships with the Board sponsors and various educational and community partners, supervision of the STEM Education Coordinator, contract management, program communications, and oversight of STEM funded programs and events. Community Contracts: Provide contract oversight and monitoring for various community provider contracts, manage budgets, monitor performance, conduct site visits, and report on performance outcomes. Community Relations : Represent the Human Services Agency and the Collaborative Community Outcomes Branch at various community meetings as a collaborative partner for program outreach, information sharing, community problem solving and to ensure a collective impact approach. Provide strategic communication and marketing for CCO programs. Other d uties may include, but are not limited to, the following: implement, plan, direct, coordinate, and evaluate specialized social or community services, activities and programs; participate in the development of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and priorities within one or more specialized service areas; prepare cost estimates and justifications for budget recommendations; monitor and control expenditures to ensure the accomplishment of objectives within an approved budget; negotiate or participate in negotiating contracts with outside vendors, consultants or organizations; administer, monitor and evaluate contracts; participate in or act as liaison with internal or external committees, board and commissions; maintain an effective working relationship with a variety of public and private organizations, including staff in other County departments and agencies; answer questions and provide information to the public; supervise the enforcement of applicable standards, codes and regulations, as required; investigate the sources of outside funds, prepare and submit grant applications and administer secured funds; prepare written reports, policies, procedures, grants and contracts; provide staff assistance to higher level management on program or service issues; select, supervise, train and evaluate supervisory, professional, technical and/or clerical subordinates; and perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications 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: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business administration, public administration, sociology, criminology, rehabilitation or a related discipline and two years of experience in a public, health, social services or community-based program that included responsibility for program planning, client or customer services, program evaluation, budget administration, or community resource coordination, of which at least one year included responsible supervisory experience. Knowledge of : Principles and practices of public administration and program management, including planning, implementation, and evaluation; principles and practices of the specific social, community or public services area, including current trends in research, treatment, education, rehabilitation or related services; principles and practices of the assigned social or community services areas, including current trends in research, treatment, education, rehabilitation or related services; principles of budget preparation and monitoring; principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation and laws, codes and regulations governing the specific social, community or public service program area. Skill/Ability to : Plan, direct coordinate, implement and evaluate program services; work cooperatively with other County departments and public and private organizations; analyze problems accurately, develop recommendations and take appropriate action to resolve them; prepare complex and detailed written reports, procedures, grant applications and contracts; speak effectively to diverse audiences, including professional, clinical and citizen groups; apply principles and techniques of community organization, including community awareness, resource coordination, and mobilization of diverse community groups, as appropriate and train staff and coordinate activities of contractors, volunteer groups and staff. Application/Examination Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. CurrentCounty of San Mateoand County of San MateoSuperior Court of Californiaemployees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help, or term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition toour regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. The examination will consist of an interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applications,an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations ora screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position based solely on the information provided in the application documents. Because of this screening process, all applicants meeting 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 Online' button above. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. ~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~ Final Filing Date: February 4, 2019 Tentative Application Screening: February 5, 2019 Tentative Panel Interviews: February 25, 2019 and/or February 26, 2019 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. Analyst: Arlene Cahill(011019) (Human Services Manager I - D090)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description San Mateo County Healthis seeking a dynamic leader to join the team at our clinic in South San Francisco. This clinic in northern San Mateo County with adult and pediatric services as well as on-site optometry, ancillary and integrated mental health teams is dedicated to its community and is a site of interest for expansion and renovation in the coming years. Our current opening is a full-time opportunity for a physician leader ready to execute on a vision of providing a robust medical home and continue serving our patients and community in team-based innovative approaches. Key work for this position include - Quality improvement and program development as well as on-site clinical work and supervision of other providers at this smaller site whose roots are in the community. South San Francisco clinic is a part of San Mateo Medical Center, a fully accredited acute/long term care/teaching hospital whose vision is to help every patient live the healthiest life possible. We are a truly integrated health care delivery system offering primary care, specialty, ancillary, inpatient, long term care and emergency services connected through a unified leadership structure and integrated IT systems. We use lean methodology as the core of all our improvement work and we strive to create a community of engaged problem solvers. Key benefits : No inpatient responsibilities. The position offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package which includesflexible scheduling options, strong leadership training, County funded malpractice insurance, retirement plans and health benefits for retirees, reimbursement of professional dues and expenses (up to $2,500/year), an additional 5% increase in salary for each qualifying Board certification up to two (2) Boards, administrative leave time at 5 hours per pay period up to 260 hours (this is prorated for part time employees) that can be cashed out up to 50% each Spring, and a wellness program, including exercise classes, worksite massage, and an onsite gym. Ideal Candidate - A successful candidate will have demonstrated skill and success in all or most of the following areas: Communication and Consensus Building: Has had experience bringing diverse viewpoints and stakeholders together successfully to accomplish goals, and commands the trust and respect others. Vision, Initiative, and Innovation: Has a keen interest in team based care and creating a positive patient experience, and has demonstrated innovation and initiative in realizing that vision. Project Management and Teamwork: Has overseen and led complex projects and coordinated interdisciplinary teams. Supervision and mentoring:Has significant experience in supervising and mentoring others. At least two years of experience as a physician in a primary care clinic, a minimum of six months of lead or supervisory experience overseeing a primary care clinic, including direct supervision of licensed staff. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Direct and administer a medical or public health program. Provide clinical supervision and direction to all levels of medical/professional staff including assigning, directing, and monitoring work. Develop and monitor adherence to medical policies, procedures and protocols. Provide consultation services. Advise community physicians regarding public health treatment and practices. Train and supervise interns and residents. Coordinate the work of consulting physicians. Conduct comprehensive medical histories and physical examinations. Prescribe and administer treatment and medication as necessary. Develop standards of medical care for specialty area. Participate in in-service training programs. Supervise medical, professional, and technical and support staff; full supervision includes responsibility for selection, performance evaluation, and corrective action. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of: Health care management practices and principles including revenue retrieval. Current developments, trends, and research in a medical specialty. Principles and practices of supervision. Development of medical policies, procedures and protocols. Preparation of comprehensive reports and other correspondence. Pharmacology and psychopharmacology including laws regarding informed consent, dosage ranges, drug incompatibilities, and side effects. Laws, statutes, codes, and regulations related to the specialty area which govern health service providers, and JCAHO and other regulatory requirements. Advanced principles, practices, and techniques of general medicine and its application. Medical diagnosis and treatment. Skill/Ability to: Direct medical programs. Clinically supervise and provide lead direction to medical/professional staff, including physicians. Fully supervise staff, including selection, performance evaluation, and corrective action. Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence. Apply principles of effective management techniques. Diagnose patients and prescribe treatment or therapy in the designated specialty area. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, their families, hospital staff, community organizations and others. Communicate effectively orally and in writing with individuals within the County or at any level within the Health Services Department. 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: Three years of experience in the designated medical specialty. Board Certification or eligibility for certification in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, or a related area is highly desirable. Licensure/Certification: License to practice medicine or osteopathy in the State of California. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. 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. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted 5 days in advance in the County of San MateoHuman Resources Department. 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. 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. HR Contact: Kristin Herman (011019) (Supervising Physician - F127)
Jan 11, 2019
Full Time
Description San Mateo County Healthis seeking a dynamic leader to join the team at our clinic in South San Francisco. This clinic in northern San Mateo County with adult and pediatric services as well as on-site optometry, ancillary and integrated mental health teams is dedicated to its community and is a site of interest for expansion and renovation in the coming years. Our current opening is a full-time opportunity for a physician leader ready to execute on a vision of providing a robust medical home and continue serving our patients and community in team-based innovative approaches. Key work for this position include - Quality improvement and program development as well as on-site clinical work and supervision of other providers at this smaller site whose roots are in the community. South San Francisco clinic is a part of San Mateo Medical Center, a fully accredited acute/long term care/teaching hospital whose vision is to help every patient live the healthiest life possible. We are a truly integrated health care delivery system offering primary care, specialty, ancillary, inpatient, long term care and emergency services connected through a unified leadership structure and integrated IT systems. We use lean methodology as the core of all our improvement work and we strive to create a community of engaged problem solvers. Key benefits : No inpatient responsibilities. The position offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package which includesflexible scheduling options, strong leadership training, County funded malpractice insurance, retirement plans and health benefits for retirees, reimbursement of professional dues and expenses (up to $2,500/year), an additional 5% increase in salary for each qualifying Board certification up to two (2) Boards, administrative leave time at 5 hours per pay period up to 260 hours (this is prorated for part time employees) that can be cashed out up to 50% each Spring, and a wellness program, including exercise classes, worksite massage, and an onsite gym. Ideal Candidate - A successful candidate will have demonstrated skill and success in all or most of the following areas: Communication and Consensus Building: Has had experience bringing diverse viewpoints and stakeholders together successfully to accomplish goals, and commands the trust and respect others. Vision, Initiative, and Innovation: Has a keen interest in team based care and creating a positive patient experience, and has demonstrated innovation and initiative in realizing that vision. Project Management and Teamwork: Has overseen and led complex projects and coordinated interdisciplinary teams. Supervision and mentoring:Has significant experience in supervising and mentoring others. At least two years of experience as a physician in a primary care clinic, a minimum of six months of lead or supervisory experience overseeing a primary care clinic, including direct supervision of licensed staff. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Direct and administer a medical or public health program. Provide clinical supervision and direction to all levels of medical/professional staff including assigning, directing, and monitoring work. Develop and monitor adherence to medical policies, procedures and protocols. Provide consultation services. Advise community physicians regarding public health treatment and practices. Train and supervise interns and residents. Coordinate the work of consulting physicians. Conduct comprehensive medical histories and physical examinations. Prescribe and administer treatment and medication as necessary. Develop standards of medical care for specialty area. Participate in in-service training programs. Supervise medical, professional, and technical and support staff; full supervision includes responsibility for selection, performance evaluation, and corrective action. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of: Health care management practices and principles including revenue retrieval. Current developments, trends, and research in a medical specialty. Principles and practices of supervision. Development of medical policies, procedures and protocols. Preparation of comprehensive reports and other correspondence. Pharmacology and psychopharmacology including laws regarding informed consent, dosage ranges, drug incompatibilities, and side effects. Laws, statutes, codes, and regulations related to the specialty area which govern health service providers, and JCAHO and other regulatory requirements. Advanced principles, practices, and techniques of general medicine and its application. Medical diagnosis and treatment. Skill/Ability to: Direct medical programs. Clinically supervise and provide lead direction to medical/professional staff, including physicians. Fully supervise staff, including selection, performance evaluation, and corrective action. Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence. Apply principles of effective management techniques. Diagnose patients and prescribe treatment or therapy in the designated specialty area. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, their families, hospital staff, community organizations and others. Communicate effectively orally and in writing with individuals within the County or at any level within the Health Services Department. 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: Three years of experience in the designated medical specialty. Board Certification or eligibility for certification in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, or a related area is highly desirable. Licensure/Certification: License to practice medicine or osteopathy in the State of California. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. 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. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted 5 days in advance in the County of San MateoHuman Resources Department. 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. 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. HR Contact: Kristin Herman (011019) (Supervising Physician - F127)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description San Mateo County Health's, Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Division(BHRS) ,has anexciting opportunity for an experienced psychiatric nurse to work in behavioral health as a member of an interdisciplinary team, in a community-based system of care for clients with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders. This current 0.80 FTE vacancy is in Total Wellness, an integrated behavioral health and primary care program. Behavioral Health and Recovery Services needsa dynamic Nurse Care Manager - Community Mental Health Nurse to act as the primary health liaison in an integrated behavioral health and primary care program, Total Wellness. Total Wellness aims to reduce disparities in access to health care for people with mental illness and alcohol and drug addictions, as well as improve their physical health outcomes through chronic disease prevention, early intervention, health care coordination, and disease management strategies. The Nurse Care Manager will work with a multidisciplinary team of medical and behavioral health professionals, community workers, and others to improve health outcomes of BHRS consumers. General supervision of the Nurse Care Manager will be provided by the Total Wellness Supervising Mental Health Clinician. The ideal candidate will possess: A Master's degree in Psychiatric Nursing. Skills in engaging, establishing, and maintaining productive working relationships with families and consumers. Knowledge of current psychiatric nursing practices, including psycho-pharmacology and the medical issues associated with serious mental illness. Knowledge of the behavioral health needs of adults with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders. Knowledge of the principles of psychiatric rehabilitation and recovery. Experience in providing individual and group skill-based psychoeducation. Experience working in an outpatient community mental health setting. Experience working within a multi-disciplinary team as a direct service provider. Bilingual Spanish skills preferred. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Theprimary liaison between the Primary Care Providers and the BHRS clinic and contract staff who are providing services for the enrolled client. Communicate formally and informally about client needs and progress. Participate as indicated in staff meetings and case conferences about enrolled clients. Provide appropriate documentation in client's BHRS medical record for purposes of communication and claiming. Wherever possible and appropriate, establish relationships with enrolled clients as lead health coach/clinician. Perform initial baseline assessments and progress report interviewsfor enrolled clients. Take lead role in encounter data collection, analysis, and reporting out. Design and implement client education programs, including medication education, weight management, smoking cessation, nutrition, sleep management, and diabetes care. Support other staff in implementing client education programs listed above Help establish and monitor client's wellness plans through assessment, development, activation, and evaluation. Work with clients on an individual or group basis on integrating health and wellness plans into their lifestyles. Work with clients to adhere toappointment schedules, screening protocols, and treatment regimens. Be available to screen or triage ongoing client requests for services by primary care providers. Provide consultation and direction toPeer Wellness Coaches. Other duties may include: Provide psychiatric assessment, clinical care management services, medication therapy, and individual, group and family counseling; perform initial intake assessments; develop appropriate treatment plans;establish and utilize knowledge of community resources; participate in individual client and program conferences, staff development, and professional growth activities; provide crisis intervention services; conduct home visits; provide psychoeducation to clients and families; provide recovery based services. NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Qualifications Licensure/Certification: California license as a Registered Nurse. Education: Bachelor's degree in Nursing. Experience: One year of nursing experience in outpatient community mental health setting. Knowledge of: Current psychiatric nursing practices including psychopharmacology and the medical issues associates with serious mental illness and related medical theory. Behavioral health needs of adults with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders. Principles of psychiatric rehabilitation and recovery. Principles of hygiene, nutrition, parenting and related health practices. Social and physical aspects of mental and emotional disturbances. Basic techniques and dynamics of individual and group therapy. Community resources available for treatment of clients. Current nursing and related medical therapy. Laws that govern psychiatric mental health nursing and the treatment of the mentally ill. Principles of psychiatric rehabilitation. Skill/Ability to: Provide individual and group skill-based psychoeducation. Work in an outpatient community mental health setting and within a multidisciplinary team as a direct service provider. Engage, establish and maintain productive working relationships with families and consumers. Apply the techniques used in individual and group therapy. Develop and evaluate creative approaches to the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for individuals with severe emotional problems and serious mental illness. Obtain and record social, physical, educational and work histories. Write clear, accurate and concise reports. Conduct group and individual counseling. Establish and maintain the confidence and cooperation of clients. Speak effectively before groups. Application/Examination Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. ~TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE~ DEADLINE TO APPLY: CONTINUOUS APPLICATION SCREENING: TBD PANEL/DEPARTMENT INTERVIEW: TBD 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 Employment Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Carolyn Burns (102618) (Community Mental Health Nurse - F049) Keywords: SMMC, BHRS, health services, nurse, manager, mental health, psychiatric, wellness, primary care
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description San Mateo County Health's, Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Division(BHRS) ,has anexciting opportunity for an experienced psychiatric nurse to work in behavioral health as a member of an interdisciplinary team, in a community-based system of care for clients with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders. This current 0.80 FTE vacancy is in Total Wellness, an integrated behavioral health and primary care program. Behavioral Health and Recovery Services needsa dynamic Nurse Care Manager - Community Mental Health Nurse to act as the primary health liaison in an integrated behavioral health and primary care program, Total Wellness. Total Wellness aims to reduce disparities in access to health care for people with mental illness and alcohol and drug addictions, as well as improve their physical health outcomes through chronic disease prevention, early intervention, health care coordination, and disease management strategies. The Nurse Care Manager will work with a multidisciplinary team of medical and behavioral health professionals, community workers, and others to improve health outcomes of BHRS consumers. General supervision of the Nurse Care Manager will be provided by the Total Wellness Supervising Mental Health Clinician. The ideal candidate will possess: A Master's degree in Psychiatric Nursing. Skills in engaging, establishing, and maintaining productive working relationships with families and consumers. Knowledge of current psychiatric nursing practices, including psycho-pharmacology and the medical issues associated with serious mental illness. Knowledge of the behavioral health needs of adults with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders. Knowledge of the principles of psychiatric rehabilitation and recovery. Experience in providing individual and group skill-based psychoeducation. Experience working in an outpatient community mental health setting. Experience working within a multi-disciplinary team as a direct service provider. Bilingual Spanish skills preferred. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Theprimary liaison between the Primary Care Providers and the BHRS clinic and contract staff who are providing services for the enrolled client. Communicate formally and informally about client needs and progress. Participate as indicated in staff meetings and case conferences about enrolled clients. Provide appropriate documentation in client's BHRS medical record for purposes of communication and claiming. Wherever possible and appropriate, establish relationships with enrolled clients as lead health coach/clinician. Perform initial baseline assessments and progress report interviewsfor enrolled clients. Take lead role in encounter data collection, analysis, and reporting out. Design and implement client education programs, including medication education, weight management, smoking cessation, nutrition, sleep management, and diabetes care. Support other staff in implementing client education programs listed above Help establish and monitor client's wellness plans through assessment, development, activation, and evaluation. Work with clients on an individual or group basis on integrating health and wellness plans into their lifestyles. Work with clients to adhere toappointment schedules, screening protocols, and treatment regimens. Be available to screen or triage ongoing client requests for services by primary care providers. Provide consultation and direction toPeer Wellness Coaches. Other duties may include: Provide psychiatric assessment, clinical care management services, medication therapy, and individual, group and family counseling; perform initial intake assessments; develop appropriate treatment plans;establish and utilize knowledge of community resources; participate in individual client and program conferences, staff development, and professional growth activities; provide crisis intervention services; conduct home visits; provide psychoeducation to clients and families; provide recovery based services. NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Qualifications Licensure/Certification: California license as a Registered Nurse. Education: Bachelor's degree in Nursing. Experience: One year of nursing experience in outpatient community mental health setting. Knowledge of: Current psychiatric nursing practices including psychopharmacology and the medical issues associates with serious mental illness and related medical theory. Behavioral health needs of adults with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders. Principles of psychiatric rehabilitation and recovery. Principles of hygiene, nutrition, parenting and related health practices. Social and physical aspects of mental and emotional disturbances. Basic techniques and dynamics of individual and group therapy. Community resources available for treatment of clients. Current nursing and related medical therapy. Laws that govern psychiatric mental health nursing and the treatment of the mentally ill. Principles of psychiatric rehabilitation. Skill/Ability to: Provide individual and group skill-based psychoeducation. Work in an outpatient community mental health setting and within a multidisciplinary team as a direct service provider. Engage, establish and maintain productive working relationships with families and consumers. Apply the techniques used in individual and group therapy. Develop and evaluate creative approaches to the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for individuals with severe emotional problems and serious mental illness. Obtain and record social, physical, educational and work histories. Write clear, accurate and concise reports. Conduct group and individual counseling. Establish and maintain the confidence and cooperation of clients. Speak effectively before groups. Application/Examination Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. ~TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE~ DEADLINE TO APPLY: CONTINUOUS APPLICATION SCREENING: TBD PANEL/DEPARTMENT INTERVIEW: TBD 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 Employment Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Carolyn Burns (102618) (Community Mental Health Nurse - F049) Keywords: SMMC, BHRS, health services, nurse, manager, mental health, psychiatric, wellness, primary care
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description Are you interested in working for an innovative public agency that is doing something NOW for the environment? Do you possess the technical skills and experience to help support the continued growth of a leading community choice aggregation (CCA) program? If so, please apply for this amazing opportunity to the part of the solution as a Regulatory Analyst or Senior Regulatory Analyst at Peninsula Clean Energy Authority (PCE). Depending on the qualification of the selected individual, this position could be filled at the Senior Analyst level or Analyst level. The Regulatory Analyst works under the general direction of the CEO, the Director of Regulatory and Legislative Affairs, and the PCE's General Counsel and has responsibility for a wide range of Peninsula Clean Energy's regulatory matters. The Regulatory Analyst evaluates proposed regulatory policies at the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and other state agencies to assess the impact on PCE, develops PCE positions on issues, and develops analyses, written reports, and presentation materials to support PCE's position. The Regulatory Analyst represents PCE regarding regulatory issues at the California Community Choice Association (CalCCA), the trade association representing community choice energy programs. This position performs related work and other analytic tasks for PCE as required. The Regulatory Analyst works independently to perform assignments under the general direction described above. The incumbent participates as a PCE representative before various regulatory agencies, including the CPUC, in matters affecting community choice aggregators (CCAs) and other electric utilities, including ratemaking and rulemaking proceedings. The Regulatory Analyst is tasked with reviewing and drafting comments and briefs, providing technical and/or analytic input on regulatory matters, preparing data requests, testimony, and hearing exhibits, participating in administrative hearings, and researching and preparing legislative policy responses at the State and local levels. This position may have future supervisory responsibilities and may have oversight responsibility for external contractors depending on the project. The salary for this position is commensurate with experience. PENINSULA CLEAN ENERGY Peninsula Clean Energy is the new community choice energy program for San Mateo County. PCE is the electricity provider for all electricity accounts in the 20 communities in San Mateo County (Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, Burlingame, Colma, Daly City, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Hillsborough, Menlo Park, Millbrae, Pacifica, Portola Valley, Redwood City, San Bruno, San Carlos, San Mateo, South San Francisco, and Woodside) as well as the unincorporated county. The city councils of each city were all unanimous in their support of joining PCE. PCE's customer base includes almost 300,000 accounts, serving a population of 765,000, with a total electrical load of almost 4 million megawatt-hours. Residential customers make up about 270,000 of the accounts, and 37% of the electrical load, with commercial/industrial making up about 30,000 accounts and 63% of the electrical load. PCE became the fifth operating CCE when it launched in October 2016. Examples Of Duties Develop high-level policy and responses for key regulatory issues affecting PCE, including strategy and prioritization of regulatory action for management consideration. Represent PCE in regulatory proceedings through preparation of comments, data requests, written responses, position papers, analytical models, testimony, and exhibits. Track, review, analyze, and summarize filings prepared by utilities and other entities that could impact PCE and its customers. Track, analyze, and interpret regulatory proposals and other policy issues with an eye toward impact on and response from PCE. Under direction of management, work closely with technical experts and external regulatory counsel to develop effective and persuasive communications before the CPUC, California Energy Commission, California Legislature, and any other legal or regulatory body as required. Under direction of management, represent PCE in work with other CCAs and at CalCCA. Qualifications Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Public Policy, Political Science, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field, and a minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in regulatory affairs at an electric utility, energy-related company, non-profit, regulatory agency, or public policy organization with emphasis on electric procurement issues, renewable energy, energy efficiency, energy policy generally, or closely related field. Master's in above fields is a plus and will be considered as one (1) year of experience towards the minimum. Knowledge of: California electric utility regulatory issues and regulatory relations covering topics such as the integrated resource planning, electric vehicle policy, energy storage policy, low-income/disadvantaged communities programs and policies, utility rate design, net energy metering, and demand response programs and policies. CPUC regulatory practice, protocol, and procedures. California legislative history regarding CCAs. Communications portals and web-based resources for regulatory activity. Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, Adobe Acrobat, and PowerPoint. Ability to: Manage multiple priorities and quickly adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced dynamic environment. Take responsibility and work independently, as well as coordinate team efforts within PCE and the greater CCE community. Write skillfully, especially related to regulatory filings, briefings, and related regulatory correspondence. Communicate effectively verbally about complex topics in easy to understand presentations before the Board, staff and other audiences. Be thorough and detail-oriented. Work accurately and swiftly under pressure. Demonstrate patience, tact, and courtesy at all times. Working Conditions The physical demands described here are representative of those required for the position. Position requires sitting, walking, standing, bending, and twisting in the performance of daily activities. The position requires hand manipulation and repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in using a computer keyboard. The position requires near and far vision in reading reports and use of a computer. Acute hearing is required in supporting meetings and providing phone and in-person customer service. The position occasionally requires lifting and/or moving objects up to 20 pounds. PCE will make reasonable accommodation of the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability upon request. Application/Examination Submit application materials to: hr@peninsulacleanenergy.com with a subject line: " Regulatory Analyst or Senior Regulatory Analyst: Your Name" Application Materials must include: Cover letter expressing interest in the position Resume A Writing Sample as described below Complete and thoughtful responses to the supplemental topics identified below Incomplete applications will not be considered. RECRUITMENT TIMELINE Final Date for Submitting Application Materials: Open Until Filled Application Screening (tentative): January 11, 2019 Initial Interviews (tentative): January 14, 2019 Finalist Interviews (tentative): January 22, 2019 For questions regarding this position and the recruitment, please contact hr@peninsulacleanenergy.com . This position will be open until filled. Dates for the first round of application screenings and interviews are listed above. Because this position can be filled at any time, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. If the position is not filled after the first round of interviews, additional application screenings and interviews will be scheduled. WRITING SAMPLE INFORMATION Along with your cover letter expressing interest in this position, your resume, and responses to the supplemental topics listed below, please attach an example of your professional writing that best demonstrates your qualifications as someone with superior writing skills, especially related to regulatory filings, briefings, legislative correspondence, position papers, analytical models, testimonies, exhibits, etc. Information can be redacted as appropriate. SUPPLEMENTAL TOPICS Provide a narrative summary of your qualifications for the position of Regulatory Analyst / Senior Regulator Analyst. One of the duties of this position will be evaluating proposed regulatory policies at the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to assess the impact on Peninsula Clean Energy. Please provide a specific example of your experience evaluating and analyzing proposed regulatory policies for their impacts on a business or industry. Describe your experience representing an agency before regulatory agencies and trade associations in such matters as ratemaking proceedings, rulemakings, and proposed rules and regulations. Describe what you think are the biggest challenges facing CCAs in the present regulatory and business environment within California. Please be specific. As part of your response, describe how you have managed similar challenges in a similar position, and how you have assisted your prior employer in navigating similar challenges. Peninsula Clean Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer Please note: The County of San Mateo is assisting PCE with posting this job announcement. This position is a full-time position with Peninsula Clean Energy. It is not a County of San Mateo position.
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description Are you interested in working for an innovative public agency that is doing something NOW for the environment? Do you possess the technical skills and experience to help support the continued growth of a leading community choice aggregation (CCA) program? If so, please apply for this amazing opportunity to the part of the solution as a Regulatory Analyst or Senior Regulatory Analyst at Peninsula Clean Energy Authority (PCE). Depending on the qualification of the selected individual, this position could be filled at the Senior Analyst level or Analyst level. The Regulatory Analyst works under the general direction of the CEO, the Director of Regulatory and Legislative Affairs, and the PCE's General Counsel and has responsibility for a wide range of Peninsula Clean Energy's regulatory matters. The Regulatory Analyst evaluates proposed regulatory policies at the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and other state agencies to assess the impact on PCE, develops PCE positions on issues, and develops analyses, written reports, and presentation materials to support PCE's position. The Regulatory Analyst represents PCE regarding regulatory issues at the California Community Choice Association (CalCCA), the trade association representing community choice energy programs. This position performs related work and other analytic tasks for PCE as required. The Regulatory Analyst works independently to perform assignments under the general direction described above. The incumbent participates as a PCE representative before various regulatory agencies, including the CPUC, in matters affecting community choice aggregators (CCAs) and other electric utilities, including ratemaking and rulemaking proceedings. The Regulatory Analyst is tasked with reviewing and drafting comments and briefs, providing technical and/or analytic input on regulatory matters, preparing data requests, testimony, and hearing exhibits, participating in administrative hearings, and researching and preparing legislative policy responses at the State and local levels. This position may have future supervisory responsibilities and may have oversight responsibility for external contractors depending on the project. The salary for this position is commensurate with experience. PENINSULA CLEAN ENERGY Peninsula Clean Energy is the new community choice energy program for San Mateo County. PCE is the electricity provider for all electricity accounts in the 20 communities in San Mateo County (Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, Burlingame, Colma, Daly City, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Hillsborough, Menlo Park, Millbrae, Pacifica, Portola Valley, Redwood City, San Bruno, San Carlos, San Mateo, South San Francisco, and Woodside) as well as the unincorporated county. The city councils of each city were all unanimous in their support of joining PCE. PCE's customer base includes almost 300,000 accounts, serving a population of 765,000, with a total electrical load of almost 4 million megawatt-hours. Residential customers make up about 270,000 of the accounts, and 37% of the electrical load, with commercial/industrial making up about 30,000 accounts and 63% of the electrical load. PCE became the fifth operating CCE when it launched in October 2016. Examples Of Duties Develop high-level policy and responses for key regulatory issues affecting PCE, including strategy and prioritization of regulatory action for management consideration. Represent PCE in regulatory proceedings through preparation of comments, data requests, written responses, position papers, analytical models, testimony, and exhibits. Track, review, analyze, and summarize filings prepared by utilities and other entities that could impact PCE and its customers. Track, analyze, and interpret regulatory proposals and other policy issues with an eye toward impact on and response from PCE. Under direction of management, work closely with technical experts and external regulatory counsel to develop effective and persuasive communications before the CPUC, California Energy Commission, California Legislature, and any other legal or regulatory body as required. Under direction of management, represent PCE in work with other CCAs and at CalCCA. Qualifications Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Public Policy, Political Science, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field, and a minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in regulatory affairs at an electric utility, energy-related company, non-profit, regulatory agency, or public policy organization with emphasis on electric procurement issues, renewable energy, energy efficiency, energy policy generally, or closely related field. Master's in above fields is a plus and will be considered as one (1) year of experience towards the minimum. Knowledge of: California electric utility regulatory issues and regulatory relations covering topics such as the integrated resource planning, electric vehicle policy, energy storage policy, low-income/disadvantaged communities programs and policies, utility rate design, net energy metering, and demand response programs and policies. CPUC regulatory practice, protocol, and procedures. California legislative history regarding CCAs. Communications portals and web-based resources for regulatory activity. Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, Adobe Acrobat, and PowerPoint. Ability to: Manage multiple priorities and quickly adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced dynamic environment. Take responsibility and work independently, as well as coordinate team efforts within PCE and the greater CCE community. Write skillfully, especially related to regulatory filings, briefings, and related regulatory correspondence. Communicate effectively verbally about complex topics in easy to understand presentations before the Board, staff and other audiences. Be thorough and detail-oriented. Work accurately and swiftly under pressure. Demonstrate patience, tact, and courtesy at all times. Working Conditions The physical demands described here are representative of those required for the position. Position requires sitting, walking, standing, bending, and twisting in the performance of daily activities. The position requires hand manipulation and repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in using a computer keyboard. The position requires near and far vision in reading reports and use of a computer. Acute hearing is required in supporting meetings and providing phone and in-person customer service. The position occasionally requires lifting and/or moving objects up to 20 pounds. PCE will make reasonable accommodation of the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability upon request. Application/Examination Submit application materials to: hr@peninsulacleanenergy.com with a subject line: " Regulatory Analyst or Senior Regulatory Analyst: Your Name" Application Materials must include: Cover letter expressing interest in the position Resume A Writing Sample as described below Complete and thoughtful responses to the supplemental topics identified below Incomplete applications will not be considered. RECRUITMENT TIMELINE Final Date for Submitting Application Materials: Open Until Filled Application Screening (tentative): January 11, 2019 Initial Interviews (tentative): January 14, 2019 Finalist Interviews (tentative): January 22, 2019 For questions regarding this position and the recruitment, please contact hr@peninsulacleanenergy.com . This position will be open until filled. Dates for the first round of application screenings and interviews are listed above. Because this position can be filled at any time, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. If the position is not filled after the first round of interviews, additional application screenings and interviews will be scheduled. WRITING SAMPLE INFORMATION Along with your cover letter expressing interest in this position, your resume, and responses to the supplemental topics listed below, please attach an example of your professional writing that best demonstrates your qualifications as someone with superior writing skills, especially related to regulatory filings, briefings, legislative correspondence, position papers, analytical models, testimonies, exhibits, etc. Information can be redacted as appropriate. SUPPLEMENTAL TOPICS Provide a narrative summary of your qualifications for the position of Regulatory Analyst / Senior Regulator Analyst. One of the duties of this position will be evaluating proposed regulatory policies at the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to assess the impact on Peninsula Clean Energy. Please provide a specific example of your experience evaluating and analyzing proposed regulatory policies for their impacts on a business or industry. Describe your experience representing an agency before regulatory agencies and trade associations in such matters as ratemaking proceedings, rulemakings, and proposed rules and regulations. Describe what you think are the biggest challenges facing CCAs in the present regulatory and business environment within California. Please be specific. As part of your response, describe how you have managed similar challenges in a similar position, and how you have assisted your prior employer in navigating similar challenges. Peninsula Clean Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer Please note: The County of San Mateo is assisting PCE with posting this job announcement. This position is a full-time position with Peninsula Clean Energy. It is not a County of San Mateo position.
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on December 17, 2018 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous." The County of San Mateo Human Services Agency's Financial Services Branch is seeking a collaborative member and a leader to join its Public Assistance Claiming and Reporting Unit as Senior Accountant . The Public Assistance Claiming and Reporting Unit is responsible for submitting accurate and timely assistance claims and reports to the California Department of Social Services. Under the direct supervision of a Financial Services Manager, the Senior Accountant will review, prepare and submit claims and reports as well as perform complex professional accounting work relative to other divisional accounting procedures and records. The Public Assistance Claiming and Reporting Unit is responsible for ensuring that the daily benefit payments are issued; performing benefit issuance reconciliations; tax intercept maintenance; blank Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card ordering and distribution; and related HSA claiming and reporting activities, like the Assistance Claiming (CA 800), CalFresh and Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants (CAPI) issuance and repayments reporting. Incumbents in this class exercise a high degree of independent judgment on diverse and specialized projects and have significant accountability and ongoing decision making associated with their work. Incumbents may identify and implement full accounting systems, initiate modifications to fiscal recordkeeping systems, make projections of revenues and expenditures, and participate in the budgeting process. This position may supervise Accountants and Fiscal Office Specialists. Example of Duties: Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Prepare and review the monthly assistance claims report. Review monthly and quarterly fiscal reports. Oversee the Unit's fiscal compliance, monitoring, and claiming. Maintain accounting and auditing controls; establish, balance and reorganize records. Coordinate cross-divisional fiscal data collection and collaboration. Prepare journal entries and periodic reconciliations of general ledger, journal, subsidiary accounts and bank statements. Compile and prepare financial statements, general and subsidiary ledgers and supporting schedule. Maintain varied departmental cost accounting records; disburse funds to various accounts and/or billings for reimbursement as required. Facilitate and direct internal and external governmental program audits. Analyze County Fiscal Letters, federal, state and county regulations and report instructions to determine fiscal and budgetary impact. Review and recommend modifications to accounting and other internal systems and procedures; upon approval, implement new or modified systems and procedures. Establish strong communication channels with program managers and other fiscal partners, from both internal and external agencies. Provide direction, supervision, training, work review and/or evaluation to assigned professional and fiscal support staff on an ongoing basis. Provide input into selection decisions and disciplinary matters. Perform related duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will possess: Three years of increasingly responsible experience performing a wide variety of financial duties in a public agency. Experience supervising fiscal staff. Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. Experience with principles and practices of County department operations and its administration and organization. Knowledge and experience with the public finance principles, including public assistance claiming and reporting. Experience with principles, practices, and procedures of compliance and claiming and audit facilitation. Project management, problem-solving, organizational and critical thinking skills. Ability to identify and implement process improvements. Proficient in MS Office Suite and accounting software such as OFAS. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. NOTE :This is an extra-help, at-will position, paid on an hourly basis. Some extra help positions are eligible for benefitsundertheAffordable Care Act. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. Qualifications Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills is: Equivalent to graduation from a four year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, business administration or a closely related field and one year of journey level accounting experience. This classification requires the successful completion of a minimum of twelve semester units of college level accounting coursework. Knowledge of : Basic supervisory principles and practices. Principles, practices and terminology of general, fund and governmental accounting. Principles and practices of business data processing, particularly as related to the processing of accounting information. Principles of public finance. Applicable laws regulating public fiscal operations. Budgeting principles and terminology. Auditing and financial reconciliation principles and methods. Skill/Ability to: Plan, direct, review, and evaluate the work of assigned support staff. Train others in work procedures. Review, analyze, post, balance, interpret and reconcile complex financial data and accounts. Develop and implement accounting systems and procedures. Verify the accuracy of financial data and information. Ensure proper authorization and documentation for disbursements. Interpret and apply complex financial procedures and legal documents. Exercise sound independent judgment within established policy guidelines. Prepare and direct the preparation of clear, concise and complete financial reports and statements, audit reports and audit work papers. Make accurate mathematical and statistical calculations. Establish and maintain effective working relations. Application/Examination This is an extra-help recruitment. Anyone may apply. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. The Human Services Agency screen materials after the recruitment closes. The Human Services Agency will contact qualified candidates directly for a departmental interview. 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. ~TENTATIVERECRUITMENTSCHEDULE ~ Application Filing Deadline: TBD Departmental Interviews: TBD 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. Analyst: Arlene Cahill (112818) (Senior Accountant - E009)
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on December 17, 2018 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous." The County of San Mateo Human Services Agency's Financial Services Branch is seeking a collaborative member and a leader to join its Public Assistance Claiming and Reporting Unit as Senior Accountant . The Public Assistance Claiming and Reporting Unit is responsible for submitting accurate and timely assistance claims and reports to the California Department of Social Services. Under the direct supervision of a Financial Services Manager, the Senior Accountant will review, prepare and submit claims and reports as well as perform complex professional accounting work relative to other divisional accounting procedures and records. The Public Assistance Claiming and Reporting Unit is responsible for ensuring that the daily benefit payments are issued; performing benefit issuance reconciliations; tax intercept maintenance; blank Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card ordering and distribution; and related HSA claiming and reporting activities, like the Assistance Claiming (CA 800), CalFresh and Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants (CAPI) issuance and repayments reporting. Incumbents in this class exercise a high degree of independent judgment on diverse and specialized projects and have significant accountability and ongoing decision making associated with their work. Incumbents may identify and implement full accounting systems, initiate modifications to fiscal recordkeeping systems, make projections of revenues and expenditures, and participate in the budgeting process. This position may supervise Accountants and Fiscal Office Specialists. Example of Duties: Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Prepare and review the monthly assistance claims report. Review monthly and quarterly fiscal reports. Oversee the Unit's fiscal compliance, monitoring, and claiming. Maintain accounting and auditing controls; establish, balance and reorganize records. Coordinate cross-divisional fiscal data collection and collaboration. Prepare journal entries and periodic reconciliations of general ledger, journal, subsidiary accounts and bank statements. Compile and prepare financial statements, general and subsidiary ledgers and supporting schedule. Maintain varied departmental cost accounting records; disburse funds to various accounts and/or billings for reimbursement as required. Facilitate and direct internal and external governmental program audits. Analyze County Fiscal Letters, federal, state and county regulations and report instructions to determine fiscal and budgetary impact. Review and recommend modifications to accounting and other internal systems and procedures; upon approval, implement new or modified systems and procedures. Establish strong communication channels with program managers and other fiscal partners, from both internal and external agencies. Provide direction, supervision, training, work review and/or evaluation to assigned professional and fiscal support staff on an ongoing basis. Provide input into selection decisions and disciplinary matters. Perform related duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will possess: Three years of increasingly responsible experience performing a wide variety of financial duties in a public agency. Experience supervising fiscal staff. Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. Experience with principles and practices of County department operations and its administration and organization. Knowledge and experience with the public finance principles, including public assistance claiming and reporting. Experience with principles, practices, and procedures of compliance and claiming and audit facilitation. Project management, problem-solving, organizational and critical thinking skills. Ability to identify and implement process improvements. Proficient in MS Office Suite and accounting software such as OFAS. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. NOTE :This is an extra-help, at-will position, paid on an hourly basis. Some extra help positions are eligible for benefitsundertheAffordable Care Act. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. Qualifications Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills is: Equivalent to graduation from a four year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, business administration or a closely related field and one year of journey level accounting experience. This classification requires the successful completion of a minimum of twelve semester units of college level accounting coursework. Knowledge of : Basic supervisory principles and practices. Principles, practices and terminology of general, fund and governmental accounting. Principles and practices of business data processing, particularly as related to the processing of accounting information. Principles of public finance. Applicable laws regulating public fiscal operations. Budgeting principles and terminology. Auditing and financial reconciliation principles and methods. Skill/Ability to: Plan, direct, review, and evaluate the work of assigned support staff. Train others in work procedures. Review, analyze, post, balance, interpret and reconcile complex financial data and accounts. Develop and implement accounting systems and procedures. Verify the accuracy of financial data and information. Ensure proper authorization and documentation for disbursements. Interpret and apply complex financial procedures and legal documents. Exercise sound independent judgment within established policy guidelines. Prepare and direct the preparation of clear, concise and complete financial reports and statements, audit reports and audit work papers. Make accurate mathematical and statistical calculations. Establish and maintain effective working relations. Application/Examination This is an extra-help recruitment. Anyone may apply. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. The Human Services Agency screen materials after the recruitment closes. The Human Services Agency will contact qualified candidates directly for a departmental interview. 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. ~TENTATIVERECRUITMENTSCHEDULE ~ Application Filing Deadline: TBD Departmental Interviews: TBD 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. Analyst: Arlene Cahill (112818) (Senior Accountant - E009)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description NOTE: This recruitment schedule was amended on January 16, 2019 to extend the closing date. Final Closing Date will be January 22, 2019. San Mateo County Health is seeking an experienced and qualified Public Health Nurse(PHN) to serve in the California Children's Services (CCS) in the Family Health Services division. CCS is a tax supported statewide program that helps children and young adults up to 21 years old who have certain medical conditions. CCS provides services such as arranging, directing, and paying for medical care, occupational and physical therapy, equipment, and rehabilitation. Under the supervision of the Senior PHN, the PHN will act as the Public Health Nurse Case Manager to perform case management tasks that will assist the CCS client in the receipt of appropriate and timely access to community and specialized health care services. The PHN's duties will include the processing of authorization requests; care coordination of health care services with community health care providers; facilitation of physician and patient collaboration in supporting medically necessary treatment services via management education, support and advocacy. In addition, the Public Health Nurse may participate and represent the administrative office on the Medical Therapy Unit (MTU) Team to enhance the medical and community coordination of care for the child. The current vacancy is a full-time, permanent position with benefits. The position is 40 hours per week from 8:00AM to 5:00PM Monday through Friday. The work location is 801 Gateway Blvd., South San Francisco, CA 94080. The ideal candidate for CCS will have a strong background in case management, preferably with CCS clients. Furthermore, in-depth knowledge and understanding of CCS, working knowledge of CMSNET, E-47, and computer skills, as well as extensive public health nursing experience are also desired. In addition, the ideal candidate for CCS will also have strong nursing assessment skills, interpersonal skills, and analytical/problem solving skills. Spanish/English bilingual is strongly preferred. All candidates must have a valid class C California Driver's License and a current CPR or BLS certificate. Note: The list created from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future permanent, extra help and/or temporary vacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Assess children's health status through home visits, history taking, observation, and developmental screening tests using the nursing process. Monitor and ensure children's health, dental, and developmental follow-up needs are met. Assist social workers in managing children's health and medical needs through working with foster parents, legal guardians, probation officers, and group homes. Counsel, teach, and coordinate health and social services provided to client/family. Participate in defining and addressing community health needs through consultation, recruitment of providers, and development of resources. Participate in developing instructional materials. Keep statistical records andwrite reports. Inform clients regarding medical needs and Medi-Cal. Link clients to medical, dental, and other community resources. Present training to and collaborate with physician offices. Participate on a multidisciplinary team. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Licensure/Certification: California license as a Registered Nurse. California Certificate as a Public Health Nurse. Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of public health nursing, with emphasis on field and clinic activities. Problem solving through nursing process. Technical nursing procedures. Health and social services resources. Collaborative health planning with multi-disciplinary teams. Skill/Ability to: Teach and counsel. Perform technical nursing procedures. Assess physical, psycho-social, and nutritional needs. Assess community health needs. Teach and guide other health personnel and volunteers. Motivate people in positive health attitudes and behavior. Work effectively with multi-problem families. Problem solve. Make independent judgments and work autonomously. Assume a leadership role in community health programs. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Be culturally sensitive. Be flexible to adapting to a changing environment. Organize communities regarding health matters. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our standard County employment application. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of submitting the required application materials. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. ~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~ Final Filing Date: January 22, 201911:59 PM Application Screening: Week of January 28, 2019 Combined Civil Service and DepartmentInterviews: Week of February 4, 2019 The County of San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HRContact: Wendy Young(122718) (Public Health Nurse -F040)
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description NOTE: This recruitment schedule was amended on January 16, 2019 to extend the closing date. Final Closing Date will be January 22, 2019. San Mateo County Health is seeking an experienced and qualified Public Health Nurse(PHN) to serve in the California Children's Services (CCS) in the Family Health Services division. CCS is a tax supported statewide program that helps children and young adults up to 21 years old who have certain medical conditions. CCS provides services such as arranging, directing, and paying for medical care, occupational and physical therapy, equipment, and rehabilitation. Under the supervision of the Senior PHN, the PHN will act as the Public Health Nurse Case Manager to perform case management tasks that will assist the CCS client in the receipt of appropriate and timely access to community and specialized health care services. The PHN's duties will include the processing of authorization requests; care coordination of health care services with community health care providers; facilitation of physician and patient collaboration in supporting medically necessary treatment services via management education, support and advocacy. In addition, the Public Health Nurse may participate and represent the administrative office on the Medical Therapy Unit (MTU) Team to enhance the medical and community coordination of care for the child. The current vacancy is a full-time, permanent position with benefits. The position is 40 hours per week from 8:00AM to 5:00PM Monday through Friday. The work location is 801 Gateway Blvd., South San Francisco, CA 94080. The ideal candidate for CCS will have a strong background in case management, preferably with CCS clients. Furthermore, in-depth knowledge and understanding of CCS, working knowledge of CMSNET, E-47, and computer skills, as well as extensive public health nursing experience are also desired. In addition, the ideal candidate for CCS will also have strong nursing assessment skills, interpersonal skills, and analytical/problem solving skills. Spanish/English bilingual is strongly preferred. All candidates must have a valid class C California Driver's License and a current CPR or BLS certificate. Note: The list created from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future permanent, extra help and/or temporary vacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Assess children's health status through home visits, history taking, observation, and developmental screening tests using the nursing process. Monitor and ensure children's health, dental, and developmental follow-up needs are met. Assist social workers in managing children's health and medical needs through working with foster parents, legal guardians, probation officers, and group homes. Counsel, teach, and coordinate health and social services provided to client/family. Participate in defining and addressing community health needs through consultation, recruitment of providers, and development of resources. Participate in developing instructional materials. Keep statistical records andwrite reports. Inform clients regarding medical needs and Medi-Cal. Link clients to medical, dental, and other community resources. Present training to and collaborate with physician offices. Participate on a multidisciplinary team. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Licensure/Certification: California license as a Registered Nurse. California Certificate as a Public Health Nurse. Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of public health nursing, with emphasis on field and clinic activities. Problem solving through nursing process. Technical nursing procedures. Health and social services resources. Collaborative health planning with multi-disciplinary teams. Skill/Ability to: Teach and counsel. Perform technical nursing procedures. Assess physical, psycho-social, and nutritional needs. Assess community health needs. Teach and guide other health personnel and volunteers. Motivate people in positive health attitudes and behavior. Work effectively with multi-problem families. Problem solve. Make independent judgments and work autonomously. Assume a leadership role in community health programs. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Be culturally sensitive. Be flexible to adapting to a changing environment. Organize communities regarding health matters. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our standard County employment application. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of submitting the required application materials. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. ~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~ Final Filing Date: January 22, 201911:59 PM Application Screening: Week of January 28, 2019 Combined Civil Service and DepartmentInterviews: Week of February 4, 2019 The County of San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HRContact: Wendy Young(122718) (Public Health Nurse -F040)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description Note: This job announcement was amended on October 17, 2016 to update the number of vacancies to two Extra Help Physicians. Note: This job announcement was amended on August 11, 2016 to update the number of vacancies to three Extra Help Physicians. San Mateo County Medical Center seeks Board eligible/certified Staff Physicians in internal medicine, family practice or geriatrics to work in our 32-Bed Skilled Nursing Unit located in San Mateo Medical Center, San Mateo California. Patient mix is Skilled Nursing Facility, patients from our Medical/Surgical Unit, post-surgery patients, patients with post-surgical infections, acute hospital referrals for rehabilitation, e.g., post stroke, post orthopedic-surgery, diabetic management, and patients with mental health issues, etc. Our fully staffed rehabilitation services unit includes a multi-discipline team consisting of PTs, OTs, STs, and RTs. The current vacancies are for two Extra Help Physicians. Extra-help positions, are at-will assignments, paid on an hourly basis. Some extra help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra-help workers are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: conduct medical and/or physical examinations and make diagnoses; prescribe appropriate treatment plans and prescribe therapy or rehabilitation programs; coordinate the work of consulting medical specialists; act as physician member of a multi-discipline team for clinical work and program development; train and supervise interns and residents; provide clinical supervision to licensed and professional staff; prepare reports and maintain records of activities; confer with patients' relatives regarding illness and treatment; maintain records of diagnosis, treatment and prognosis according to Joint Commission of Accredited Hospitals Organization standards and other regulatory agencies; develop comprehensive case histories; and perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of: Current developments, trends and research in the area of Skilled Nursing; basic understanding of clinical supervisory principles and practices; pharmacology and psychopharmacology including laws regarding informed consent, dosage ranges, drug incompatibilities, and side effects; proper documentation of clinical services; principles, practices, and techniques of general medicine and its application; medical diagnosis and treatment; and hospitals and clinics organization. Skill/Ability to: Diagnose and treat patients; develop and monitor appropriate treatment plans; establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, their families, staff and others; learn and apply laws, statutes, codes and regulations governing California health service providers, and JCAHO and other regulatory requirements; maintain medical records and prepare reports; serve on interdisciplinary teams; and clinically supervise licensed and professional staff. 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 completion of a residency training program approved by the American Medical Association, or two years of clinical experience post internship in an appropriate medical specialty. Licensure/Certification: License to practice medicine in the State of California. DEA certificate is required. Board certified in Geriatrics is preferred. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary,SEIUorAFSCMErepresented 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 standard County employment application. 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' applications 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the recruiting period. San Mateo County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Analyst: Carolyn Burns (061316) (Staff Physician - F124) Keywords: medical, surgery, post-surgery, infections, post-surgical infections, post-orthopedic surgery, acute care, rehabilitation, geriatric, post stroke, diabetic management, mental health, long-term care, skilled nursing, skilled nursing facility, SNF
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description Note: This job announcement was amended on October 17, 2016 to update the number of vacancies to two Extra Help Physicians. Note: This job announcement was amended on August 11, 2016 to update the number of vacancies to three Extra Help Physicians. San Mateo County Medical Center seeks Board eligible/certified Staff Physicians in internal medicine, family practice or geriatrics to work in our 32-Bed Skilled Nursing Unit located in San Mateo Medical Center, San Mateo California. Patient mix is Skilled Nursing Facility, patients from our Medical/Surgical Unit, post-surgery patients, patients with post-surgical infections, acute hospital referrals for rehabilitation, e.g., post stroke, post orthopedic-surgery, diabetic management, and patients with mental health issues, etc. Our fully staffed rehabilitation services unit includes a multi-discipline team consisting of PTs, OTs, STs, and RTs. The current vacancies are for two Extra Help Physicians. Extra-help positions, are at-will assignments, paid on an hourly basis. Some extra help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra-help workers are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: conduct medical and/or physical examinations and make diagnoses; prescribe appropriate treatment plans and prescribe therapy or rehabilitation programs; coordinate the work of consulting medical specialists; act as physician member of a multi-discipline team for clinical work and program development; train and supervise interns and residents; provide clinical supervision to licensed and professional staff; prepare reports and maintain records of activities; confer with patients' relatives regarding illness and treatment; maintain records of diagnosis, treatment and prognosis according to Joint Commission of Accredited Hospitals Organization standards and other regulatory agencies; develop comprehensive case histories; and perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of: Current developments, trends and research in the area of Skilled Nursing; basic understanding of clinical supervisory principles and practices; pharmacology and psychopharmacology including laws regarding informed consent, dosage ranges, drug incompatibilities, and side effects; proper documentation of clinical services; principles, practices, and techniques of general medicine and its application; medical diagnosis and treatment; and hospitals and clinics organization. Skill/Ability to: Diagnose and treat patients; develop and monitor appropriate treatment plans; establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, their families, staff and others; learn and apply laws, statutes, codes and regulations governing California health service providers, and JCAHO and other regulatory requirements; maintain medical records and prepare reports; serve on interdisciplinary teams; and clinically supervise licensed and professional staff. 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 completion of a residency training program approved by the American Medical Association, or two years of clinical experience post internship in an appropriate medical specialty. Licensure/Certification: License to practice medicine in the State of California. DEA certificate is required. Board certified in Geriatrics is preferred. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary,SEIUorAFSCMErepresented 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 standard County employment application. 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' applications 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the recruiting period. San Mateo County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Analyst: Carolyn Burns (061316) (Staff Physician - F124) Keywords: medical, surgery, post-surgery, infections, post-surgical infections, post-orthopedic surgery, acute care, rehabilitation, geriatric, post stroke, diabetic management, mental health, long-term care, skilled nursing, skilled nursing facility, SNF
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description The Children and Family Services of the Human Services Agency (HSA) is seeking a qualified Human Services Manager II . The Human Services Manager II plans, directs, coordinates, implements and evaluates comprehensive social or community service programs for a multi-disciplinary human services program area that has county-wide impact; evaluates goals, objectives, policies and procedures related to programs; provides leadership and coordination to community groups, public and private agencies, advisory boards and volunteers in planning and implementing programs; provides highly complex staff support to senior level management; and exercises direct and indirect supervision over managerial, professional, technical and clerical staff, including consultants, and contract service provider systems. The Human Services Manager II is responsible for a number of program areas most of which are closely interrelated to child welfare services delivered in the regional offices. Further, the position calls for the development of close, collaborative working relationships with other system of care agencies as well as to other service providers in the county. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated record of being able to work in a cooperative manner with other agencies, both public and non-profit, and establish strong community partnerships. The Human Services Manager II's will provide critical leadership and oversight to program operations, staff supervision and community engagement. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will possess a Masters in Social Work; three years' experience as a Child Welfare Supervisor; five years as social worker;excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to facilitate diverse groups of people; superb written and oral communication skills; strength in analyzing data to resolve problems and/or improve deficiencies; skills in community engagement; ability to provide effective leadership to a diverse workforce. NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Qualifications 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 three years of increasingly responsible experience in a health, social or community services organization, including significant responsibility for funding, budget development, program utilization and/or evaluation or coordination of community resources. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of public administration, and program management, including planning, implementation and evaluation; principles and methods of social and community services including current trends in education, research, training, treatment, intervention, rehabilitation, or related issues; laws, codes and regulations governing social and community service programs, and knowledge of county, state and federal legislative developments applicable to contemporary program or service issues; organizational and fiscal management within a multi-faceted, community-based program setting; and community resources and public/private services and funding sources. Skill/Ability to: Identify and analyze complex socioeconomic issues and problems; plan, direct, coordinate, implement and evaluate programs and services on a comprehensive, county-wide level to meet community needs; integrate a variety of activities and services to achieve program goals, objectives, and priorities; apply principles and techniques of community organization; speak effectively to diverse audiences, including client, professional, civic and citizen groups; maintain cooperative working relationships with other program managers and staff, other agencies and the community; enlist and mobilize community support for programs; prepare complex and detailed written reports, program policies, procedures and contracts and train staff and coordinate activities of contractors, volunteer groups and staff. Application/Examination Open & Promotional.Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help, or term position prior to the final filing date will receive five (5) points added to their final passing score on this examination. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition toour regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questions. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form . Based solely on the information provided in the application materials, an application screening committee will select those applicants whose education, training and experience most closely matches the needs of the department. Those selected will be invited to a panel board examination (weight: 100%) which may include the evaluation of a written and or performance exercise given immediately preceding the interview. Selected applicants will be notified of the date, time and place of the tests. IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the " Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight (unless otherwise stated) on the final filing date. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE: Final Filing Date: January 17, 2019 Tentative Application Screening: January 22, 2019 Tentative Combined Panel Interview: January 30, 2019 Tentative Departmental Interviews: February 5, 2019 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. Analyst: Arlene Cahill(12272018) (Human Services Manager II - D091)
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description The Children and Family Services of the Human Services Agency (HSA) is seeking a qualified Human Services Manager II . The Human Services Manager II plans, directs, coordinates, implements and evaluates comprehensive social or community service programs for a multi-disciplinary human services program area that has county-wide impact; evaluates goals, objectives, policies and procedures related to programs; provides leadership and coordination to community groups, public and private agencies, advisory boards and volunteers in planning and implementing programs; provides highly complex staff support to senior level management; and exercises direct and indirect supervision over managerial, professional, technical and clerical staff, including consultants, and contract service provider systems. The Human Services Manager II is responsible for a number of program areas most of which are closely interrelated to child welfare services delivered in the regional offices. Further, the position calls for the development of close, collaborative working relationships with other system of care agencies as well as to other service providers in the county. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated record of being able to work in a cooperative manner with other agencies, both public and non-profit, and establish strong community partnerships. The Human Services Manager II's will provide critical leadership and oversight to program operations, staff supervision and community engagement. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will possess a Masters in Social Work; three years' experience as a Child Welfare Supervisor; five years as social worker;excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to facilitate diverse groups of people; superb written and oral communication skills; strength in analyzing data to resolve problems and/or improve deficiencies; skills in community engagement; ability to provide effective leadership to a diverse workforce. NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Qualifications 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 three years of increasingly responsible experience in a health, social or community services organization, including significant responsibility for funding, budget development, program utilization and/or evaluation or coordination of community resources. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of public administration, and program management, including planning, implementation and evaluation; principles and methods of social and community services including current trends in education, research, training, treatment, intervention, rehabilitation, or related issues; laws, codes and regulations governing social and community service programs, and knowledge of county, state and federal legislative developments applicable to contemporary program or service issues; organizational and fiscal management within a multi-faceted, community-based program setting; and community resources and public/private services and funding sources. Skill/Ability to: Identify and analyze complex socioeconomic issues and problems; plan, direct, coordinate, implement and evaluate programs and services on a comprehensive, county-wide level to meet community needs; integrate a variety of activities and services to achieve program goals, objectives, and priorities; apply principles and techniques of community organization; speak effectively to diverse audiences, including client, professional, civic and citizen groups; maintain cooperative working relationships with other program managers and staff, other agencies and the community; enlist and mobilize community support for programs; prepare complex and detailed written reports, program policies, procedures and contracts and train staff and coordinate activities of contractors, volunteer groups and staff. Application/Examination Open & Promotional.Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help, or term position prior to the final filing date will receive five (5) points added to their final passing score on this examination. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition toour regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questions. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form . Based solely on the information provided in the application materials, an application screening committee will select those applicants whose education, training and experience most closely matches the needs of the department. Those selected will be invited to a panel board examination (weight: 100%) which may include the evaluation of a written and or performance exercise given immediately preceding the interview. Selected applicants will be notified of the date, time and place of the tests. IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the " Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight (unless otherwise stated) on the final filing date. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE: Final Filing Date: January 17, 2019 Tentative Application Screening: January 22, 2019 Tentative Combined Panel Interview: January 30, 2019 Tentative Departmental Interviews: February 5, 2019 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. Analyst: Arlene Cahill(12272018) (Human Services Manager II - D091)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description Note: This recruitment schedule was amended onDecember 5, 2018to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous." San Mateo Medical Center is seeking an experienced Charge Nurse for its Psychiatric Emergency Services Unit. At San Mateo Medical Center , we're always seeking ways to enhance the already impressive services we offer. This dedication to excellence is reflected in the exceptional care we provide, and the extraordinary professionals who provide it. Here, you'll have the chance to develop your talents with a skilled team of people who actively support and encourage each other's success. If you're ready to open new doors for your career, join us today. Psychiatric Emergency Services (PES) is a 24-hour unit which opened in 1985. It is staffed by registered nurses, medical services assistants, and a psychiatrist on duty around the clock. The service evaluates over 200 patients per month, and provides short-term treatment and referral as needed. Patients present multiple problems ranging from crisis intervention needs and drug-related issues to hospital admission. Services are provided to any age group in need of immediate psychiatric care. Under general supervision, the Charge Nurse for Psychiatric Emergency Services coordinates the functioning of the nursing unit for night shift; supervises 10 to 12 licensed and non-licensed nursing staff and may perform all aspects of patient care; and participates in the development and implementation of unit or clinic goals. The ideal candidate has at least one year of Psychiatric Emergency nursing and/or two years acute medical/surgical or inpatient psychiatric nursing, and at least one year of supervisory experience. The ideal candidate is alsoexperiencedinproviding education and updates to staff, as well as inscheduling for multiple shifts, and has excellent communication skills. Knowledge of quality improvement processes and community outpatient mental health systems is strongly preferred. A Crisis Prevention Institute certification is strongly preferred. Current BLS certification is a must. NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Assess, evaluate and direct nursing activities on an assigned shift to provide quality care to patients in compliance with prescribed standards and in conjunction with nursing management. Supervise and perform nursing assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and documentation of patient care on the unit. Work in conjunction with nursing management to coordinate adequate unit staffing for the assigned shift. Participate with unit nursing management in interviewing, hiring, completing evaluations and performing disciplinary counseling of staff. Coordinate with outpatient mental health and substance abuse providers to manage total patient care. Supervise the work of professional and paraprofessional nursing staff. Work with nursing management to identify staff development needs and to implement continuing education programs. Assist nursing management in planning unit or clinic budget. Interpret policies and procedures to nursing staff. Participate in staff meetings and relevant assigned committees. Coordinate with ancillary support departments to coordinate total patient care. Maintain and evaluate medicalrecords. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Licensure/Certification: Possession of a California license as a Registered Nurse. Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. Knowledge of: Nurse Practice Act and professional and governmental standards or regulations pertaining to nursing. Nursing theories, principles, methods and practices. Safety and infection control principles. Clinical systems, supplies and equipment. Principles of staff development. Supervisory principles. Skill/Ability to: Perform and evaluate the performance of nursing procedures required for the assigned shift and clinical setting. Plan, organize, supervise and evaluate the work of nursing staff. Comprehend, interpret, and implement nursing policies and procedures. Instruct and train professional and paraprofessional employees. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Maintain professional nurse-patient and nurse-physician relationships. Prepare reports and maintain accurate records. Application/Examination Anyone may apply . Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted 5 days in advance in the San Mateo County Human Resources Department. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. The examination will consist of an 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 a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position based solely on the information provided in the application materials. Because of this screening process, all applicants meeting 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. ~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~ Final Date for Filing: Continuous Application Screening: TBD Panel Interviews:TBD 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 Employment Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Carolyn Burns(111518) (Charge Nurse - F012)
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description Note: This recruitment schedule was amended onDecember 5, 2018to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous." San Mateo Medical Center is seeking an experienced Charge Nurse for its Psychiatric Emergency Services Unit. At San Mateo Medical Center , we're always seeking ways to enhance the already impressive services we offer. This dedication to excellence is reflected in the exceptional care we provide, and the extraordinary professionals who provide it. Here, you'll have the chance to develop your talents with a skilled team of people who actively support and encourage each other's success. If you're ready to open new doors for your career, join us today. Psychiatric Emergency Services (PES) is a 24-hour unit which opened in 1985. It is staffed by registered nurses, medical services assistants, and a psychiatrist on duty around the clock. The service evaluates over 200 patients per month, and provides short-term treatment and referral as needed. Patients present multiple problems ranging from crisis intervention needs and drug-related issues to hospital admission. Services are provided to any age group in need of immediate psychiatric care. Under general supervision, the Charge Nurse for Psychiatric Emergency Services coordinates the functioning of the nursing unit for night shift; supervises 10 to 12 licensed and non-licensed nursing staff and may perform all aspects of patient care; and participates in the development and implementation of unit or clinic goals. The ideal candidate has at least one year of Psychiatric Emergency nursing and/or two years acute medical/surgical or inpatient psychiatric nursing, and at least one year of supervisory experience. The ideal candidate is alsoexperiencedinproviding education and updates to staff, as well as inscheduling for multiple shifts, and has excellent communication skills. Knowledge of quality improvement processes and community outpatient mental health systems is strongly preferred. A Crisis Prevention Institute certification is strongly preferred. Current BLS certification is a must. NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Assess, evaluate and direct nursing activities on an assigned shift to provide quality care to patients in compliance with prescribed standards and in conjunction with nursing management. Supervise and perform nursing assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and documentation of patient care on the unit. Work in conjunction with nursing management to coordinate adequate unit staffing for the assigned shift. Participate with unit nursing management in interviewing, hiring, completing evaluations and performing disciplinary counseling of staff. Coordinate with outpatient mental health and substance abuse providers to manage total patient care. Supervise the work of professional and paraprofessional nursing staff. Work with nursing management to identify staff development needs and to implement continuing education programs. Assist nursing management in planning unit or clinic budget. Interpret policies and procedures to nursing staff. Participate in staff meetings and relevant assigned committees. Coordinate with ancillary support departments to coordinate total patient care. Maintain and evaluate medicalrecords. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Licensure/Certification: Possession of a California license as a Registered Nurse. Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. Knowledge of: Nurse Practice Act and professional and governmental standards or regulations pertaining to nursing. Nursing theories, principles, methods and practices. Safety and infection control principles. Clinical systems, supplies and equipment. Principles of staff development. Supervisory principles. Skill/Ability to: Perform and evaluate the performance of nursing procedures required for the assigned shift and clinical setting. Plan, organize, supervise and evaluate the work of nursing staff. Comprehend, interpret, and implement nursing policies and procedures. Instruct and train professional and paraprofessional employees. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Maintain professional nurse-patient and nurse-physician relationships. Prepare reports and maintain accurate records. Application/Examination Anyone may apply . Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted 5 days in advance in the San Mateo County Human Resources Department. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. The examination will consist of an 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 a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position based solely on the information provided in the application materials. Because of this screening process, all applicants meeting 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. ~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~ Final Date for Filing: Continuous Application Screening: TBD Panel Interviews:TBD 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 Employment Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Carolyn Burns(111518) (Charge Nurse - F012)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description Note: This job posting was amended on March 29, 2017, July 5, 2017, May 15, 2018 & August 30, 2018 to update the vacancy shift. Note: This job posting was amended on February 12, 2018 to Examples Of Duties and Qualifications sections. Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on March 15, 2017 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous." San Mateo Medical Center is a public hospital and clinic system fully accredited by The Joint Commission. The Medical Center operates outpatient clinics throughout San Mateo County and an acute-care hospital in San Mateo. The mission of San Mateo Medical Center is to "partner with patients to provide excellent care with compassion and respect." As part of an integrated Health System, the Medical Center serves the healthcare needs of all residents of San Mateo County, with an emphasis on education and prevention. The San Mateo Medical Center Laboratory is looking for experienced Clinical Laboratory Scientists to join our team! Positions are available for Clinical Lab Scientists/Medical Technologists in various shifts. Generalists are encouraged to apply as Clinical areas include hematology, chemistry, coagulation, and blood banking. Under general supervision, the Clinical Laboratory Scientist I/II (Medical Technologist/Generalist) will perform high and moderate complexity testing and oversee testing of medical laboratory technicians and specimen management by phlebotomists during their shift in order to provide data used in the diagnosis and therapeutic management of diseases. There is currently one Full-Time, Regular vacancy for the Night shift . DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Clinical Laboratory Scientist I is the journey level class in the medical technologist series with incumbents performing routine and specialized laboratory tests. This class is flexibly staffed with Clinical Laboratory Scientist II and incumbents are expected to advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating the required proficiency. Clinical Laboratory Scientist II is the advanced journey level class in the medical technologist series with incumbents independently performing a variety of complex and specialized laboratory tests. Possession of a Clinical Laboratory Technologist (MTA) license issued by the State of California is required, and 2 - 5years of experience in medical laboratory work as a licensed technologist is strongly preferred. The ideal candidate will also possess: A Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology. American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Certification. Experience with Manual Differentials, Microbiology and Blood Bank. NOTE: The hourly wage for relief classifications is 5% above the rate for regular employees in the same classification. NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Perform microbiological examinations on a variety of specimens using morphological, cultural, biochemical, and serological identification of micro-organisms. Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of blood and urine using standard procedures. Perform routine hematological examinations such as complete blood count, coagulation studies, sedimentation rate, etc. Perform blood banking procedures including typing, grouping, and cross matching of blood for transfusion. Perform serological examinations using a variety of techniques on various clinical specimens. Prepare culture media, stains, reagents and stock solutions. Operate and care for laboratory equipment and assumes responsibility for preventive maintenance. Perform all quality control tests required by procedures and prepare quality control reports. Maintain records of laboratory results, quality control data, and laboratory procedures. Assist in laboratory quality assurance procedures, data gathering and problem-solving. Compile and prepare periodic reports. Assist in training and guiding laboratory assistants and paraprofessional employees, as well as teaching other technologists new procedures. Perform related duties as assigned. If designated as the CLS-Blood Bank Specialist: Perform and document proficiency testing in the same manner as patient samples. Communicate, liaison, instruct, and dialog appropriately with health care providers, patients, and vendors on issues such as test interpretation, recommendations for alternate testing, instrumentation and problems with specimens/methodology Identify all simple and some complex antibodies. Investigate and develop new/modified blood bank procedures and technical review and monitoring of existing procedures. Provide technical expertise in the Blood Bank to establish compliance with any of the regulatory/accreditation agencies' requirements related to testing, training and education, competency evaluation, proficiency testing, validation, standard operating procedures, and performance improvement. Manage Blood Bank inventory. Review Crossmatches and off shift Antibody IDs. Review Transfusion reactions with Lab Director. Qualifications Note : The level and scope of the knowledge, skills and abilities listed below are related to job duties as defined under Distinguishing Characteristics. Knowledge of: Current technology, principles and application of medical examinations such as those commonly used in biochemistry, microbiology, blood banking, hematology and or serology. Operation and care of laboratory equipment and instrumentation. Skill/Ability to: Make independent judgments in evaluating the validity of completed laboratory tests. Maintain and analyze quality control programs. Follow written and oral directions, procedures or instructions. Perform serological, parasitological, bacteriological, immunological, hematology, and biochemical tests. If designated as Blood Bank Specialist: Perform biochemical tests and technical test interpretations Understand regulatory requirement specific for one's area of expertise 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: Education : Bachelor's Degree (baccalaureate) in biology, clinical laboratory science, or equivalent major that includes 25 semester or equivalent quarter units of biology courses, which must include genetics and immunology. Experience : Minimum of two years of experience performing medical laboratory work as a licensed technologist, including at least one year of experience in immunohematology. Licensure/Certification: Possession of a Clinical Laboratory Technologist license issued by the State of California; and/or Clinical Immunohematologist Scientist (MTD) license issued by the State of California. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition toour regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. The examination process will consist of an application screening (pass/fail) based on the candidate's 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 . 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Final Filing Date: Continuous First Round Application Screening: Week of March 20, 2017 Panel Interviews: TBD County of SanMateo is anEqualOpportunityEmployer Analyst: Wendy Young(030217) (Clinical Laboratory Scientist I/II - F074/F023) Keywords: laboratory, clinical, scientist, hematology, chemistry, microbiology, coagulation , blood banking, record keeping, serology, medical technologist.
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description Note: This job posting was amended on March 29, 2017, July 5, 2017, May 15, 2018 & August 30, 2018 to update the vacancy shift. Note: This job posting was amended on February 12, 2018 to Examples Of Duties and Qualifications sections. Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on March 15, 2017 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous." San Mateo Medical Center is a public hospital and clinic system fully accredited by The Joint Commission. The Medical Center operates outpatient clinics throughout San Mateo County and an acute-care hospital in San Mateo. The mission of San Mateo Medical Center is to "partner with patients to provide excellent care with compassion and respect." As part of an integrated Health System, the Medical Center serves the healthcare needs of all residents of San Mateo County, with an emphasis on education and prevention. The San Mateo Medical Center Laboratory is looking for experienced Clinical Laboratory Scientists to join our team! Positions are available for Clinical Lab Scientists/Medical Technologists in various shifts. Generalists are encouraged to apply as Clinical areas include hematology, chemistry, coagulation, and blood banking. Under general supervision, the Clinical Laboratory Scientist I/II (Medical Technologist/Generalist) will perform high and moderate complexity testing and oversee testing of medical laboratory technicians and specimen management by phlebotomists during their shift in order to provide data used in the diagnosis and therapeutic management of diseases. There is currently one Full-Time, Regular vacancy for the Night shift . DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Clinical Laboratory Scientist I is the journey level class in the medical technologist series with incumbents performing routine and specialized laboratory tests. This class is flexibly staffed with Clinical Laboratory Scientist II and incumbents are expected to advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating the required proficiency. Clinical Laboratory Scientist II is the advanced journey level class in the medical technologist series with incumbents independently performing a variety of complex and specialized laboratory tests. Possession of a Clinical Laboratory Technologist (MTA) license issued by the State of California is required, and 2 - 5years of experience in medical laboratory work as a licensed technologist is strongly preferred. The ideal candidate will also possess: A Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology. American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Certification. Experience with Manual Differentials, Microbiology and Blood Bank. NOTE: The hourly wage for relief classifications is 5% above the rate for regular employees in the same classification. NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Perform microbiological examinations on a variety of specimens using morphological, cultural, biochemical, and serological identification of micro-organisms. Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of blood and urine using standard procedures. Perform routine hematological examinations such as complete blood count, coagulation studies, sedimentation rate, etc. Perform blood banking procedures including typing, grouping, and cross matching of blood for transfusion. Perform serological examinations using a variety of techniques on various clinical specimens. Prepare culture media, stains, reagents and stock solutions. Operate and care for laboratory equipment and assumes responsibility for preventive maintenance. Perform all quality control tests required by procedures and prepare quality control reports. Maintain records of laboratory results, quality control data, and laboratory procedures. Assist in laboratory quality assurance procedures, data gathering and problem-solving. Compile and prepare periodic reports. Assist in training and guiding laboratory assistants and paraprofessional employees, as well as teaching other technologists new procedures. Perform related duties as assigned. If designated as the CLS-Blood Bank Specialist: Perform and document proficiency testing in the same manner as patient samples. Communicate, liaison, instruct, and dialog appropriately with health care providers, patients, and vendors on issues such as test interpretation, recommendations for alternate testing, instrumentation and problems with specimens/methodology Identify all simple and some complex antibodies. Investigate and develop new/modified blood bank procedures and technical review and monitoring of existing procedures. Provide technical expertise in the Blood Bank to establish compliance with any of the regulatory/accreditation agencies' requirements related to testing, training and education, competency evaluation, proficiency testing, validation, standard operating procedures, and performance improvement. Manage Blood Bank inventory. Review Crossmatches and off shift Antibody IDs. Review Transfusion reactions with Lab Director. Qualifications Note : The level and scope of the knowledge, skills and abilities listed below are related to job duties as defined under Distinguishing Characteristics. Knowledge of: Current technology, principles and application of medical examinations such as those commonly used in biochemistry, microbiology, blood banking, hematology and or serology. Operation and care of laboratory equipment and instrumentation. Skill/Ability to: Make independent judgments in evaluating the validity of completed laboratory tests. Maintain and analyze quality control programs. Follow written and oral directions, procedures or instructions. Perform serological, parasitological, bacteriological, immunological, hematology, and biochemical tests. If designated as Blood Bank Specialist: Perform biochemical tests and technical test interpretations Understand regulatory requirement specific for one's area of expertise 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: Education : Bachelor's Degree (baccalaureate) in biology, clinical laboratory science, or equivalent major that includes 25 semester or equivalent quarter units of biology courses, which must include genetics and immunology. Experience : Minimum of two years of experience performing medical laboratory work as a licensed technologist, including at least one year of experience in immunohematology. Licensure/Certification: Possession of a Clinical Laboratory Technologist license issued by the State of California; and/or Clinical Immunohematologist Scientist (MTD) license issued by the State of California. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition toour regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. The examination process will consist of an application screening (pass/fail) based on the candidate's 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 . 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Final Filing Date: Continuous First Round Application Screening: Week of March 20, 2017 Panel Interviews: TBD County of SanMateo is anEqualOpportunityEmployer Analyst: Wendy Young(030217) (Clinical Laboratory Scientist I/II - F074/F023) Keywords: laboratory, clinical, scientist, hematology, chemistry, microbiology, coagulation , blood banking, record keeping, serology, medical technologist.
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description San Mateo County Health's, San Mateo Medical Center has opportunities for experienced Critical Care nurses in our Intensive Care Unit . Under direction, the incumbents will perform varied professional nursing duties with primary emphasis on professional nursing care for hospital or clinic patients; treat and educate patients, their families and the public about various medical conditions; record medical histories and symptoms; perform diagnostic tests and analyze results; operate medical machinery; administer treatment and medications; assist with patient follow-up and rehabilitation; and perform other duties as assigned and required by assigned clinical setting. Currently we have vacancies for three Regular part-time critical care nurses in the ICU (one 0.5 FTE, one 0.8 FTE and one 0.9 FTE). The ideal candidates will be fully competent to independently perform a full range of professional nursing duties and procedures that require the exercise of a high degree of clinical judgment. They will also have two years of experience working in acute care hospital units providing care to patients with serious, complex and acute illnesses or injuries that require very close monitoring and extensive medication protocols and therapies. NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Complete patient assessments, triage, and record patient histories, symptoms and observations. Establish and implement nursing care plans for each patient through assessment, development, activation and evaluation. Participate in patient case conferences and rounds. Organize, assign and supervise duties and responsibilities of other staff members as a team leader. Orient and teach new staff members of the nursing team and students. Perform nursing care following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures. Identify problems, assist in data gathering, propose solutions and participate in evaluation of quality assurance issues. Work with patients and their families to provide in-hospital and after-hospital follow-up through teaching and referral. Participate in educational programs to maintain level of expertise. Participate in non-clinical assignments, which may include maintaining records, preparing reports and/or serving on special committees. Operate a variety of medical machinery and equipment. Administer treatment and medications. Maintain knowledge of outpatient resources. Develop discharge plans for patients. Perform related duties as assigned and as required by assigned work setting, as described below. Critical Care Nurse Duties for nurses in this series may also include the following: Record, assess and observe patient progress, reactions and symptoms. Monitor patient rehabilitation. Monitor life support equipment. Attend to wound dressings. Monitor patients in restraint and seclusion and maintain patient safety. Determine medical or psychiatric emergency need and provide intervention. Recognize symptoms of major psychiatric diagnosis. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Licensure/Certification: Possession of a California license as a Registered Nurse. A valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Possession and maintenance of a valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification. Knowledge of: Nurse Practice Act; current nursing and related medical theory and skills necessary to administer nursing care within assigned clinical setting; safety and infection control practices; and clinical systems, supplies and equipment. Skill/Ability to: Nurse Practice Act; perform nursing procedures required for assigned clinical setting; comply with clinical procedures and policies; maintain professional nurse-patient relationships; communicate with and educate patients, families, and the public who come from a diverse background; work harmoniously with other personnel; follow safety practices; assist in the instruction of other nursing and paraprofessional personnel; bend, kneel and squat as needed; occasionally use upper extremities to exert force to push and pull patients/objects weighing up to 50 pounds or more; and work in a busy environment. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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 questionnaire must be completed and submitted in addition to our regular employment application form.A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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%), which may include an additional exam component given prior to or during the interview. 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 inthe County of San Mateo, 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Final Filing Date: February 4, 2019 Application Screening: February 14, 2019 Panel Interviews: February 26, and/or 27, 2019 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 Employment Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Carolyn Burns(010719) (Critical Care Nurse - F022)
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description San Mateo County Health's, San Mateo Medical Center has opportunities for experienced Critical Care nurses in our Intensive Care Unit . Under direction, the incumbents will perform varied professional nursing duties with primary emphasis on professional nursing care for hospital or clinic patients; treat and educate patients, their families and the public about various medical conditions; record medical histories and symptoms; perform diagnostic tests and analyze results; operate medical machinery; administer treatment and medications; assist with patient follow-up and rehabilitation; and perform other duties as assigned and required by assigned clinical setting. Currently we have vacancies for three Regular part-time critical care nurses in the ICU (one 0.5 FTE, one 0.8 FTE and one 0.9 FTE). The ideal candidates will be fully competent to independently perform a full range of professional nursing duties and procedures that require the exercise of a high degree of clinical judgment. They will also have two years of experience working in acute care hospital units providing care to patients with serious, complex and acute illnesses or injuries that require very close monitoring and extensive medication protocols and therapies. NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Complete patient assessments, triage, and record patient histories, symptoms and observations. Establish and implement nursing care plans for each patient through assessment, development, activation and evaluation. Participate in patient case conferences and rounds. Organize, assign and supervise duties and responsibilities of other staff members as a team leader. Orient and teach new staff members of the nursing team and students. Perform nursing care following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures. Identify problems, assist in data gathering, propose solutions and participate in evaluation of quality assurance issues. Work with patients and their families to provide in-hospital and after-hospital follow-up through teaching and referral. Participate in educational programs to maintain level of expertise. Participate in non-clinical assignments, which may include maintaining records, preparing reports and/or serving on special committees. Operate a variety of medical machinery and equipment. Administer treatment and medications. Maintain knowledge of outpatient resources. Develop discharge plans for patients. Perform related duties as assigned and as required by assigned work setting, as described below. Critical Care Nurse Duties for nurses in this series may also include the following: Record, assess and observe patient progress, reactions and symptoms. Monitor patient rehabilitation. Monitor life support equipment. Attend to wound dressings. Monitor patients in restraint and seclusion and maintain patient safety. Determine medical or psychiatric emergency need and provide intervention. Recognize symptoms of major psychiatric diagnosis. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Licensure/Certification: Possession of a California license as a Registered Nurse. A valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Possession and maintenance of a valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification. Knowledge of: Nurse Practice Act; current nursing and related medical theory and skills necessary to administer nursing care within assigned clinical setting; safety and infection control practices; and clinical systems, supplies and equipment. Skill/Ability to: Nurse Practice Act; perform nursing procedures required for assigned clinical setting; comply with clinical procedures and policies; maintain professional nurse-patient relationships; communicate with and educate patients, families, and the public who come from a diverse background; work harmoniously with other personnel; follow safety practices; assist in the instruction of other nursing and paraprofessional personnel; bend, kneel and squat as needed; occasionally use upper extremities to exert force to push and pull patients/objects weighing up to 50 pounds or more; and work in a busy environment. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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 questionnaire must be completed and submitted in addition to our regular employment application form.A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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%), which may include an additional exam component given prior to or during the interview. 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 inthe County of San Mateo, 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Final Filing Date: February 4, 2019 Application Screening: February 14, 2019 Panel Interviews: February 26, and/or 27, 2019 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 Employment Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Carolyn Burns(010719) (Critical Care Nurse - F022)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description This job announcement was amended on August 21, 2018. The POST Dispatcher Test T-score minimum requirement has been changed to 48 from 52. The County of SanMateo,Office of Public Safety Communicationsislooking for positive, professional, mature, enthusiastic, flexible and responsible individuals for 911 CommunicationsCalltaker positions. 911 Calltakers perform a variety of telephone and computer aided operational duties in performing call taking of law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical dispatch (EMD) calls, and other public service agency calls including non-emergency and business-related calls. 911 Communications Calltaker is an entry level classification. It is distinguished from 911 Communications Dispatcher I in that latter also performs radio responsibilities in addition to call taking. Additionally, the incumbent in the 911 Communications Dispatcher I is expected to learn the more difficult or responsible duties typically assigned to the position in the next higher class of 911 Communications Dispatcher II. In order to promote to the 911 Communications Dispatcher Series, incumbents in the 911 Communications Calltaker classification must apply for the position when it is available and successfully pass recruitmentand examination for said position. Rarely will you ever get a chance to meet the hundreds of people who call for help, yet they'll depend on your voice, your directions, and your knowledge to get through an emergency. No day is ever routine - one call may be a minor traffic accident, while the next is a frantic voice screaming for help. Both will be depending on your calm, firm voice and direction until help can arrive. Using state-of-the-art equipment and training, you'll provide the excellent service and security people have come to expect from San Mateo County Public Safety Communications. To be considered for this position, you must have: Completed the POST Entry-Level Dispatcher Selection Test Battery (POST Dispatcher Test) with a minimum T-score of 48 within one year of date of application OR taken and passedthe 'CritiCall'exam withinone year of date of application. All applicants are responsible for obtaining and submitting their own test scores at the time of application.For candidates seeking alocal resource for testing, please contact TheSouth Bay Regional Public Safety Training Consortium (The Academy) at www.theacademy.ca.gov and self-enroll to take the required test prior to applying for this position.Test dates are limited so please contact The Academy as soon as possible. South Bay Regional Public Safety Training Consortium San Mateo, CA: 650-574-6466 San Jose, CA: 408-270-6458 Please note, you must register online at www.theacademy.ca.gov for a test session. NOTE: The Dispatch Academy certification does NOT satisfy the testing requirement. For more information about the County of San Mateo Office of Public Safety Communications, visit our website at http://911.smcgov.org . Qualifications Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is a minimum of one year experience with customer service contact. Knowledge of: English language, spelling, grammar and punctuation. Customer service and interpersonal communications principles. Computer operation and use in office and Communications Center environments. Basic principles in communicating by means of face-to-face contact, telephone and/or data terminals. Various resources within the County in order to provide referrals to the public and public safety agencies. Skill/Ability to: Speak, read and write English clearly. Communicate clearly and concisely, in English, both orally and in writing. Comprehend, interpret, relay and document information via telephone, computer software/ data terminals or other related technology. Screen and interpret general data and filter relevant information. Learn and operate Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) Systems and other related technology. Read and interpret various mapping devices and relaying pertinent information. Work under pressure, exercising good judgment and common sense while making sound decisions in emergency situations. Perform multiple tasks simultaneously. Listen, understand and relay of information via telephone and in person. Remain calm and controlled under stressful periods while projecting a professional demeanor. Establish and maintain positive and courteous working relationships with customers, the community and co-workers. Work with the Communications Center team while maintaining assigned job responsibilities and duties. Anticipate and adapt to fluctuating workloads in the Communications Center. Communicate and receive constructive feedback and opinions to affect change. Access and refer to information using available resources. Read, interpret, understand and follow written and oral instructions and/or information. Remain seated for long periods of time. Read and interpret text/data on electronic screen or computerprintouts and variety of maps. Hear in a noisy environment while communicating via telephone or face to face. Other requirements of the position: Successfully complete a pre-employment medical examination and be subject to polygraph testing. Follow strict drug use standards and guidelines. Possess good moral character and psychological suitability as determined by a thorough background investigation, including fingerprinting and psychological evaluation. Be willing to work day, swing, graveyard, rotating, holiday, and weekend shifts. Be willing to work 12 to 16 hours per day. Be willing to accept overtime assignments, including last minute spontaneous mandatory assignments. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. Proof of completion of either the POST Dispatcher Test with a minimum T-Score of48 OR passing scores on the "CritiCall"exam within the last year must be attached at the time of application. Responses to the supplemental questions must also be submitted. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the 'Apply Online' button above. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. All exams will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense. At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. HR Contact:Mandy Singh(0122018) (911 Communications Calltaker)
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description This job announcement was amended on August 21, 2018. The POST Dispatcher Test T-score minimum requirement has been changed to 48 from 52. The County of SanMateo,Office of Public Safety Communicationsislooking for positive, professional, mature, enthusiastic, flexible and responsible individuals for 911 CommunicationsCalltaker positions. 911 Calltakers perform a variety of telephone and computer aided operational duties in performing call taking of law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical dispatch (EMD) calls, and other public service agency calls including non-emergency and business-related calls. 911 Communications Calltaker is an entry level classification. It is distinguished from 911 Communications Dispatcher I in that latter also performs radio responsibilities in addition to call taking. Additionally, the incumbent in the 911 Communications Dispatcher I is expected to learn the more difficult or responsible duties typically assigned to the position in the next higher class of 911 Communications Dispatcher II. In order to promote to the 911 Communications Dispatcher Series, incumbents in the 911 Communications Calltaker classification must apply for the position when it is available and successfully pass recruitmentand examination for said position. Rarely will you ever get a chance to meet the hundreds of people who call for help, yet they'll depend on your voice, your directions, and your knowledge to get through an emergency. No day is ever routine - one call may be a minor traffic accident, while the next is a frantic voice screaming for help. Both will be depending on your calm, firm voice and direction until help can arrive. Using state-of-the-art equipment and training, you'll provide the excellent service and security people have come to expect from San Mateo County Public Safety Communications. To be considered for this position, you must have: Completed the POST Entry-Level Dispatcher Selection Test Battery (POST Dispatcher Test) with a minimum T-score of 48 within one year of date of application OR taken and passedthe 'CritiCall'exam withinone year of date of application. All applicants are responsible for obtaining and submitting their own test scores at the time of application.For candidates seeking alocal resource for testing, please contact TheSouth Bay Regional Public Safety Training Consortium (The Academy) at www.theacademy.ca.gov and self-enroll to take the required test prior to applying for this position.Test dates are limited so please contact The Academy as soon as possible. South Bay Regional Public Safety Training Consortium San Mateo, CA: 650-574-6466 San Jose, CA: 408-270-6458 Please note, you must register online at www.theacademy.ca.gov for a test session. NOTE: The Dispatch Academy certification does NOT satisfy the testing requirement. For more information about the County of San Mateo Office of Public Safety Communications, visit our website at http://911.smcgov.org . Qualifications Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is a minimum of one year experience with customer service contact. Knowledge of: English language, spelling, grammar and punctuation. Customer service and interpersonal communications principles. Computer operation and use in office and Communications Center environments. Basic principles in communicating by means of face-to-face contact, telephone and/or data terminals. Various resources within the County in order to provide referrals to the public and public safety agencies. Skill/Ability to: Speak, read and write English clearly. Communicate clearly and concisely, in English, both orally and in writing. Comprehend, interpret, relay and document information via telephone, computer software/ data terminals or other related technology. Screen and interpret general data and filter relevant information. Learn and operate Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) Systems and other related technology. Read and interpret various mapping devices and relaying pertinent information. Work under pressure, exercising good judgment and common sense while making sound decisions in emergency situations. Perform multiple tasks simultaneously. Listen, understand and relay of information via telephone and in person. Remain calm and controlled under stressful periods while projecting a professional demeanor. Establish and maintain positive and courteous working relationships with customers, the community and co-workers. Work with the Communications Center team while maintaining assigned job responsibilities and duties. Anticipate and adapt to fluctuating workloads in the Communications Center. Communicate and receive constructive feedback and opinions to affect change. Access and refer to information using available resources. Read, interpret, understand and follow written and oral instructions and/or information. Remain seated for long periods of time. Read and interpret text/data on electronic screen or computerprintouts and variety of maps. Hear in a noisy environment while communicating via telephone or face to face. Other requirements of the position: Successfully complete a pre-employment medical examination and be subject to polygraph testing. Follow strict drug use standards and guidelines. Possess good moral character and psychological suitability as determined by a thorough background investigation, including fingerprinting and psychological evaluation. Be willing to work day, swing, graveyard, rotating, holiday, and weekend shifts. Be willing to work 12 to 16 hours per day. Be willing to accept overtime assignments, including last minute spontaneous mandatory assignments. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. Proof of completion of either the POST Dispatcher Test with a minimum T-Score of48 OR passing scores on the "CritiCall"exam within the last year must be attached at the time of application. Responses to the supplemental questions must also be submitted. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the 'Apply Online' button above. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. All exams will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense. At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. HR Contact:Mandy Singh(0122018) (911 Communications Calltaker)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description The County of San Mateo BehavioralHealth and RecoveryServices (BHRS) seeks a Board eligible or a Board certifiedpsychiatrist to serve as a staff Adult Psychiatrist for the Collaborative Care Team (CCT). The Collaborative Care Team psychiatrist will provide professional adult psychiatric diagnostic and therapeutic services to clients of BHRS. The position is full time, FTE, 40 hours per week, and currently open for hire. The CCT program is located in San Mateo, California, but the team is primarily field based. The position will travel to out of county placement facilities to provide psychiatric care for San Mateo County clients. The position offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package which includes County funded malpractice insurance, retirement plans and health benefits for retirees, reimbursement of professional dues and expenses (up to $2,500/year), an additional 5% increase in salary for each qualifying Board certification up to two (2) Boards, administrative leave time at 5 hours per pay period up to 260 hours (this is prorated for part time employees) that can be cashed out up to 50% each Spring, and a wellness program, including exercise classes, worksite massage, and an onsite gym. As a national leader in community mental health services, BHRS offers the opportunity to practice state-of-the-art psychiatry without third party intrusions, the ability to work with a diverse client group with a wide range of diagnoses, the chance to participate in a team model, and the opportunity to supervise psychiatric residents in our award winning Psychiatric Residency Program. BHRS uses evidence-based treatment approaches in our system of care services, while seeking continuing improvement and development in the areas of cultural competence, integrated services for individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use problems, and supportive housing. Our achievements reflect the work of dedicated staff as well as the valuable input of mental health system partners--criminal justice and human services agencies, private providers and contract agencies, Mental Health and Substance Abuse Commission members, families, and consumers. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Conduct psychiatric assessments and make diagnoses. Prescribe appropriate treatment plans and prescribe therapy, psychotherapy, rehabilitation programs, and medications as needed. Responsible for the psychiatric care of clients at skilled nursing facilities serving San Mateo County/BHRS clients on an as needed basis. Provide bridge medications as necessary for complex clients returning from state hospitals or out of county facilities. Responsible for reviewing CCT/ARM complex client's medication regiment and collaborating with prescribing psychiatrist when warranted. As needed re-assess conserved client's grave disability status and complete re-determination paperwork. Medication management, including Medication Assisted Treatment for Substance Use Disorders as needed. Coordinate the work of consulting medical specialists. Act as physician member of a multi-disciplinary team for clinical work and provide consultation to CCT/ARM team members regarding client's psychiatric care. Provide psycho education for CCT/ARM staff and support program development. Participate in LEAP improvement efforts as needed. Train and supervise interns and residents. Provide clinical supervision to licensed and professional staff. Prepare reports and maintain timely records of activities. Conduct and direct individual and group psychotherapy. Consult and work with other medical and/or mental health professionals, within BHRS/county contract providers, and/or other departments (i.e. SMMC, Aging and Adult) and out of county treatment teams. Confer with clients' relatives or loved ones regarding illness and treatment. Maintain electronic records of diagnosis, treatment and prognosis according to BHRS standards and other regulatory agencies. Develop comprehensive case histories. Travel out of county to provide psychiatric care and consultation for San Mateo County clients. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of: Current developments, trends and research in the field of medicine and psychiatry. Basic understanding of clinical supervisory principles and practices. Pharmacology and psychopharmacology including laws regarding informed consent, dosage ranges, drug incompatibilities, and side effects. Proper documentation of clinical services. General Medicine and its relationship to psychiatry. Current techniques and dynamics of individual, couple, family and group psychotherapy. Chemical dependency and abuse and its relationship to psychiatry. Psychiatric principles and practices. Community mental health practice and program options. Treatment approaches and differential diagnosis of the mentally ill. HIPPA regulations. Medical ethics as they relate to patient care. Skill/Ability to: Diagnose and treat patients. Develop and monitor appropriate treatment plans. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, their families, staff and others. Learn and apply laws, statutes, codes and regulations governing California health service providers, HIPAA, JCAHO and other regulatory requirements. Maintain medical records and prepare reports. Serve on interdisciplinary teams. Clinically supervise licensed and professional staff. 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: Board Certification or completion of an accredited psychiatric residency program. Licensure/Certification: License to practice medicine or osteopathy in the State of California. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. 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. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted 5 days in advance in the County of San MateoHuman Resources Department. 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. RECRUITMENTSCHEDULE Apply immediately. This is a continuous recruitment and is open until filled. Selections may be made at any time within the process. 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. HR Contact:Kristin Herman(051518) (Adult Psychiatrist - F140)
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description The County of San Mateo BehavioralHealth and RecoveryServices (BHRS) seeks a Board eligible or a Board certifiedpsychiatrist to serve as a staff Adult Psychiatrist for the Collaborative Care Team (CCT). The Collaborative Care Team psychiatrist will provide professional adult psychiatric diagnostic and therapeutic services to clients of BHRS. The position is full time, FTE, 40 hours per week, and currently open for hire. The CCT program is located in San Mateo, California, but the team is primarily field based. The position will travel to out of county placement facilities to provide psychiatric care for San Mateo County clients. The position offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package which includes County funded malpractice insurance, retirement plans and health benefits for retirees, reimbursement of professional dues and expenses (up to $2,500/year), an additional 5% increase in salary for each qualifying Board certification up to two (2) Boards, administrative leave time at 5 hours per pay period up to 260 hours (this is prorated for part time employees) that can be cashed out up to 50% each Spring, and a wellness program, including exercise classes, worksite massage, and an onsite gym. As a national leader in community mental health services, BHRS offers the opportunity to practice state-of-the-art psychiatry without third party intrusions, the ability to work with a diverse client group with a wide range of diagnoses, the chance to participate in a team model, and the opportunity to supervise psychiatric residents in our award winning Psychiatric Residency Program. BHRS uses evidence-based treatment approaches in our system of care services, while seeking continuing improvement and development in the areas of cultural competence, integrated services for individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use problems, and supportive housing. Our achievements reflect the work of dedicated staff as well as the valuable input of mental health system partners--criminal justice and human services agencies, private providers and contract agencies, Mental Health and Substance Abuse Commission members, families, and consumers. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Conduct psychiatric assessments and make diagnoses. Prescribe appropriate treatment plans and prescribe therapy, psychotherapy, rehabilitation programs, and medications as needed. Responsible for the psychiatric care of clients at skilled nursing facilities serving San Mateo County/BHRS clients on an as needed basis. Provide bridge medications as necessary for complex clients returning from state hospitals or out of county facilities. Responsible for reviewing CCT/ARM complex client's medication regiment and collaborating with prescribing psychiatrist when warranted. As needed re-assess conserved client's grave disability status and complete re-determination paperwork. Medication management, including Medication Assisted Treatment for Substance Use Disorders as needed. Coordinate the work of consulting medical specialists. Act as physician member of a multi-disciplinary team for clinical work and provide consultation to CCT/ARM team members regarding client's psychiatric care. Provide psycho education for CCT/ARM staff and support program development. Participate in LEAP improvement efforts as needed. Train and supervise interns and residents. Provide clinical supervision to licensed and professional staff. Prepare reports and maintain timely records of activities. Conduct and direct individual and group psychotherapy. Consult and work with other medical and/or mental health professionals, within BHRS/county contract providers, and/or other departments (i.e. SMMC, Aging and Adult) and out of county treatment teams. Confer with clients' relatives or loved ones regarding illness and treatment. Maintain electronic records of diagnosis, treatment and prognosis according to BHRS standards and other regulatory agencies. Develop comprehensive case histories. Travel out of county to provide psychiatric care and consultation for San Mateo County clients. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of: Current developments, trends and research in the field of medicine and psychiatry. Basic understanding of clinical supervisory principles and practices. Pharmacology and psychopharmacology including laws regarding informed consent, dosage ranges, drug incompatibilities, and side effects. Proper documentation of clinical services. General Medicine and its relationship to psychiatry. Current techniques and dynamics of individual, couple, family and group psychotherapy. Chemical dependency and abuse and its relationship to psychiatry. Psychiatric principles and practices. Community mental health practice and program options. Treatment approaches and differential diagnosis of the mentally ill. HIPPA regulations. Medical ethics as they relate to patient care. Skill/Ability to: Diagnose and treat patients. Develop and monitor appropriate treatment plans. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, their families, staff and others. Learn and apply laws, statutes, codes and regulations governing California health service providers, HIPAA, JCAHO and other regulatory requirements. Maintain medical records and prepare reports. Serve on interdisciplinary teams. Clinically supervise licensed and professional staff. 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: Board Certification or completion of an accredited psychiatric residency program. Licensure/Certification: License to practice medicine or osteopathy in the State of California. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. 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. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted 5 days in advance in the County of San MateoHuman Resources Department. 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. RECRUITMENTSCHEDULE Apply immediately. This is a continuous recruitment and is open until filled. Selections may be made at any time within the process. 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. HR Contact:Kristin Herman(051518) (Adult Psychiatrist - F140)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description Note:This Job Announcement was amended on Friday December 14, 2018 to update the vacancies Note: This Job Announcement was amended on Tuesday, April 10, 2018 to update the vacancies, and the Supplemental Questions. Recruitment changed to Continuous: Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on Friday, October 6, 2017 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous." San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) is seeking qualified Clinical Psychologists with expertise in Integrated Behavioral Health for full-time and part-timeextra help and limited term positions. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is preferred but not required for all positions. If you are a psychologist with a passion for providing comprehensive and integrated behavioral health care to the underserved residents of San Mateo County, then consider joining our team! We are seeking licensed professionals who are proficient in brief, evidence-based models of psychotherapeutic interventions with adult populations to work at our main hospital location in San Mateo and our satellite clinic in Redwood City. Licensed Psychologists fulfill the following duties and responsibilities: Assess, evaluate, and provide psychological treatment to adult San Mateo County residents with acute or chronic psychiatric illness both inpatient and outpatient. Participate in multi-disciplinary teams to develop, implement, coordinate, and evaluate mental health treatment plans for a broad range of behavioral and psychosocial concerns. Employ a variety of empirically-validated approaches as indicated by specific presenting problems to change behaviors, achieve symptom relief, and improve functioning. Develop and conduct group psychotherapy, psychoeducational programs, and classes. Create, implement, and evaluate behavioral medicine and health psychology programs in a variety of settings, with an emphasis on diabetes care, obesity, and health-risk behaviors. Render consultation to primary care and specialty providers on matters relating to mental health, health psychology, and behavioral medicine. Offer crisis intervention, when needed. Maintain accurate and current notes in the electronic health records and inpatient medical records, and produce reports of evaluation and/or treatment, as required. Conduct applied research and clinical investigations in behavioral/health psychology. Provide liaison services between patients and other providers, as needed. Supervise psychology and other mental health trainees. In addition to the license requirements specified below, theselected candidates will possessqualifications that include: Expertise in empirically-validated psychological interventions for both individual and group therapy pertaining to a broad range of behavioral and psychosocial issues. Familiarity with psychological interventions related to preventative care and behavioral medicine, in particular related to diabetic care models, obesity, and health-risk behaviors. Previous clinical responsibilities to include psychological testing, diagnosis, crisis intervention, as well as brief individual and group psychotherapy. Qualified to supervise psychology trainees. Knowledge of social service agencies, state regulations, and APA standards as they relate to client treatment, patient rights, and client/patient confidentiality. Knowledge of psychological testing techniques, administration, and interpretation. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to provide culturally-sensitive, Spanish language psychological services to a low-income, underprivileged population (for the Bilingual Spanish Psychologist). The ideal candidates will alsohave a doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from a regionally accredited educational institution and must have completed the required trainings related to providing clinical supervision. Possession of a California license in Clinical Psychology is required for this position, however candidates who have passed the EPPP exam and are in the process of receiving a California license in Clinical Psychology within a 90-day period may be considered in this recruitment, but will not be able to start the position until license is obtained. Starting salary is negotiable, depending on experience, and includes a biweekly bilingual differential pay added to the hourly base pay, for the bilingual Spanish position. The incumbent will work with adult populations (Option 1) , as described below. The current vacancies are for full-time and part-time extra help and limited term positions, with one of the positions requiring bilingual (Spanish/English) fluency. Limited Term are at-will positions.Limited Term Employees are assigned to assignments not to exceed three years. They receive medical and dental benefits, similar to regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan. The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Extra-help assignments are at-will and the employee is paid on an hourly basis. Some extra help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra-help workers are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the extra-help assignment. NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Perform professional psychological work; make diagnoses and provide psychotherapy and other kinds of psychological treatment in one of the option areas. Select and administer psychological tests or observational procedures, interpret their results and prepare psychological evaluation reports. Carry out various kinds of treatment work such as individual or group psychotherapy, family therapy, crisis intervention, behavior modification and various types of group process experience. Provide mental health consultation appropriate to the needs of various professionals, agencies and community groups. Participate in developing preventive mental health procedures in segments of community life. Participate in regional or service unit research projects. Participate in the training of psychology trainees or other mental health disciplines. Provide psychological consultation to other mental health staff or personnel of other community agencies. Confer with patients' relatives regarding treatment and case management. Consult with psychiatrists, social workers and others in community agencies regarding psychological aspects of their work. Maintain mental health records and prepares reports. Perform related duties as assigned. Incumbents in the role we are recruiting for are for will work in option 1: Option 1: Adult: Providing direct and preventive mental health services to adults and the various professionals, agencies and institutions serving the adult population. Qualifications Knowledge of : Principles, methods, techniques, material, devices used and current developments in the field of specialization; standard methods, techniques, materials and devices used in either clinical psychology, community, developmental psychology and psychological research; psychotherapeutic factors relevant to emotional, behavioral, learning, social interaction or social systems problems; techniques of mental health consultation, psychological research and training; various psychological tests available; standard methods of test evaluation and test results interpretations; and approved techniques of therapeutic counseling. Skill/Ability to: Identify the relevant factors related to emotional, behavioral, learning, social interaction or social systems problems and to select and apply appropriate remedial or consultation techniques and procedures; analyze, interpret and apply the principles, methods, techniques, material and devices used in clinical, child, adult, forensic or developmental psychology depending upon the option; identify the relevant factors related to emotional, behavioral, learning, social interaction or social systems problems; select and apply appropriate remedial or clinical techniques and procedures; diagnosis and treatment of emotional, learning and social interaction problems; consider applicability of innovative treatment or consultation procedures to work problems and experiment with and evaluate the applicability of innovative treatment or consultation procedures to work problems; analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action; maintain records and prepare reports; supervise the work of trainees and junior staff members; establish and maintain objectives and cooperative relationships with clients, other professionals and the public; and speak and write effectively. 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: Option 1: Adult- Two years of clinical experience with adults. Licensure/Certification: California license in Clinical Psychology. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. IMPORTANT : Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. 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 Employment Opportunity Employer. HRContact: Carolyn Burns(092217) (PsychologistII - F050) Keywords:Psychology, Psychologist, therapy, therapist, Spanish speaking, bilingual, patient care, integrated behavioral health
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description Note:This Job Announcement was amended on Friday December 14, 2018 to update the vacancies Note: This Job Announcement was amended on Tuesday, April 10, 2018 to update the vacancies, and the Supplemental Questions. Recruitment changed to Continuous: Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on Friday, October 6, 2017 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous." San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) is seeking qualified Clinical Psychologists with expertise in Integrated Behavioral Health for full-time and part-timeextra help and limited term positions. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is preferred but not required for all positions. If you are a psychologist with a passion for providing comprehensive and integrated behavioral health care to the underserved residents of San Mateo County, then consider joining our team! We are seeking licensed professionals who are proficient in brief, evidence-based models of psychotherapeutic interventions with adult populations to work at our main hospital location in San Mateo and our satellite clinic in Redwood City. Licensed Psychologists fulfill the following duties and responsibilities: Assess, evaluate, and provide psychological treatment to adult San Mateo County residents with acute or chronic psychiatric illness both inpatient and outpatient. Participate in multi-disciplinary teams to develop, implement, coordinate, and evaluate mental health treatment plans for a broad range of behavioral and psychosocial concerns. Employ a variety of empirically-validated approaches as indicated by specific presenting problems to change behaviors, achieve symptom relief, and improve functioning. Develop and conduct group psychotherapy, psychoeducational programs, and classes. Create, implement, and evaluate behavioral medicine and health psychology programs in a variety of settings, with an emphasis on diabetes care, obesity, and health-risk behaviors. Render consultation to primary care and specialty providers on matters relating to mental health, health psychology, and behavioral medicine. Offer crisis intervention, when needed. Maintain accurate and current notes in the electronic health records and inpatient medical records, and produce reports of evaluation and/or treatment, as required. Conduct applied research and clinical investigations in behavioral/health psychology. Provide liaison services between patients and other providers, as needed. Supervise psychology and other mental health trainees. In addition to the license requirements specified below, theselected candidates will possessqualifications that include: Expertise in empirically-validated psychological interventions for both individual and group therapy pertaining to a broad range of behavioral and psychosocial issues. Familiarity with psychological interventions related to preventative care and behavioral medicine, in particular related to diabetic care models, obesity, and health-risk behaviors. Previous clinical responsibilities to include psychological testing, diagnosis, crisis intervention, as well as brief individual and group psychotherapy. Qualified to supervise psychology trainees. Knowledge of social service agencies, state regulations, and APA standards as they relate to client treatment, patient rights, and client/patient confidentiality. Knowledge of psychological testing techniques, administration, and interpretation. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to provide culturally-sensitive, Spanish language psychological services to a low-income, underprivileged population (for the Bilingual Spanish Psychologist). The ideal candidates will alsohave a doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from a regionally accredited educational institution and must have completed the required trainings related to providing clinical supervision. Possession of a California license in Clinical Psychology is required for this position, however candidates who have passed the EPPP exam and are in the process of receiving a California license in Clinical Psychology within a 90-day period may be considered in this recruitment, but will not be able to start the position until license is obtained. Starting salary is negotiable, depending on experience, and includes a biweekly bilingual differential pay added to the hourly base pay, for the bilingual Spanish position. The incumbent will work with adult populations (Option 1) , as described below. The current vacancies are for full-time and part-time extra help and limited term positions, with one of the positions requiring bilingual (Spanish/English) fluency. Limited Term are at-will positions.Limited Term Employees are assigned to assignments not to exceed three years. They receive medical and dental benefits, similar to regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan. The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Extra-help assignments are at-will and the employee is paid on an hourly basis. Some extra help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra-help workers are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the extra-help assignment. NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Perform professional psychological work; make diagnoses and provide psychotherapy and other kinds of psychological treatment in one of the option areas. Select and administer psychological tests or observational procedures, interpret their results and prepare psychological evaluation reports. Carry out various kinds of treatment work such as individual or group psychotherapy, family therapy, crisis intervention, behavior modification and various types of group process experience. Provide mental health consultation appropriate to the needs of various professionals, agencies and community groups. Participate in developing preventive mental health procedures in segments of community life. Participate in regional or service unit research projects. Participate in the training of psychology trainees or other mental health disciplines. Provide psychological consultation to other mental health staff or personnel of other community agencies. Confer with patients' relatives regarding treatment and case management. Consult with psychiatrists, social workers and others in community agencies regarding psychological aspects of their work. Maintain mental health records and prepares reports. Perform related duties as assigned. Incumbents in the role we are recruiting for are for will work in option 1: Option 1: Adult: Providing direct and preventive mental health services to adults and the various professionals, agencies and institutions serving the adult population. Qualifications Knowledge of : Principles, methods, techniques, material, devices used and current developments in the field of specialization; standard methods, techniques, materials and devices used in either clinical psychology, community, developmental psychology and psychological research; psychotherapeutic factors relevant to emotional, behavioral, learning, social interaction or social systems problems; techniques of mental health consultation, psychological research and training; various psychological tests available; standard methods of test evaluation and test results interpretations; and approved techniques of therapeutic counseling. Skill/Ability to: Identify the relevant factors related to emotional, behavioral, learning, social interaction or social systems problems and to select and apply appropriate remedial or consultation techniques and procedures; analyze, interpret and apply the principles, methods, techniques, material and devices used in clinical, child, adult, forensic or developmental psychology depending upon the option; identify the relevant factors related to emotional, behavioral, learning, social interaction or social systems problems; select and apply appropriate remedial or clinical techniques and procedures; diagnosis and treatment of emotional, learning and social interaction problems; consider applicability of innovative treatment or consultation procedures to work problems and experiment with and evaluate the applicability of innovative treatment or consultation procedures to work problems; analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action; maintain records and prepare reports; supervise the work of trainees and junior staff members; establish and maintain objectives and cooperative relationships with clients, other professionals and the public; and speak and write effectively. 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: Option 1: Adult- Two years of clinical experience with adults. Licensure/Certification: California license in Clinical Psychology. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. IMPORTANT : Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. 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 Employment Opportunity Employer. HRContact: Carolyn Burns(092217) (PsychologistII - F050) Keywords:Psychology, Psychologist, therapy, therapist, Spanish speaking, bilingual, patient care, integrated behavioral health
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description Do you want to be a part of an award-winning team and work with amazing people? Are you someone who can make a difference through diverse outreach, helping create a literate and informed community, provide amazing customer service, and participate in exciting programming? If you answered "yes," consider meeting us and joining our team. We welcome diversity, and bilingual skills are always a PLUS. We also offer bilingual pay to qualified employees. Apply for a Library Assistant position with San Mateo County Libraries (SMCL) and join us in igniting growth through transformative experiences! Brochure: http://files.smc-hr.org/Rec/Recruitment_Flyer.pdf San Mateo County Libraries are an invaluable community resource, an amazing family, a springboard for opportunities, and our staff are what makes it so special. We're champions of learning, sharing, and exploration -- of open minds, new ideas, and bright futures. It's our mission and our passion to strengthen our community by creating an inclusive sense of place and an environment for learning. We seek enthusiastic team players, creative risk takers, and flexible individuals who proactively search for new opportunities to make public library services relevant to all members of the community. In addition to working in a positive and fun customer care role in our libraries, Library Assistants have the opportunity to provide support to programs and outreach events that include story times, play facilitation, hands-on craft and STEM activities for children, as well as book clubs, technology instruction, music events, and more for teens and adults! This is an opportunity to join a dynamic public services team and to make a positive impact in the community! Those selected as Library Assistants will have the opportunity to: Provide excellent customer service to library patrons by assisting them with circulation, technology, and questions on a variety of topics. Work to efficiently process and merchandise library materials to get books, movies, and music into the hands of our customers. Present exciting library programming to customers of all ages, inside and outside of the library. Serve on committees and positively contribute to San Mateo County Library as a whole. Additionally,Library Assistants may also have opportunities to get involved with programming and outreach or do clerical work with our support departments. Because of the diversity of the communities served, the Library strongly encourages individuals with fluent bilingual language skills to apply, especially those with Spanish-English, Mandarin-English and/or Cantonese-English language skills. The eligible list generated by this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies throughout San Mateo County Libraries, which includes locations in Atherton, Brisbane, Belmont, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, East Palo Alto, Portola Valley, Millbrae, Woodside, Pacifica, San Mateo, and San Carlos. The current vacancies are anticipated at the Atherton, Brisbane, East Palo Alto, Foster City, San Carlos, and Woodside Libraries, though this could change by the time of the interviews. The East Palo Alto position is bilingual skills required in Spanish and/or Tongan. The other positions are bilingual preferred, but not required. We also have multiple vacant extra-help Library Assistant positions. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE We are looking for enthusiastic, customer service-oriented and flexible Library Assistants who are effective in communicating with people from a variety of backgrounds. Experience working in a library, social services, youth development, education, or early childhood setting is also highly preferred. In addition, the ideal candidate will have the ability to: Seek out opportunities to inspire with friendly customer service and actively provide opportunities for discovery, enrichment, and uplifting the community. Communicate clearly and considerately with co-workers, volunteers, and patrons. Model exemplary customer care in all interactions--including in person, at a program, at outreach events, helping with library card or circulation issues, address suggestions for improvements, or otherwise ensure that our library users are uniformly welcomed. Work with a variety of technologies to provide services to library patrons and troubleshoot computer issues. Use independent judgment to interpret and apply library policies and procedures. Work collaboratively with staff and volunteers to reach goals. Plan and lead a variety of creative, exciting programs for the public in concert with Librarian and Community Program Specialist staff. Contribute innovative ideas for library programs and services in the branch and throughout SMCL. Thrive in a changing environment. Thrive in initiating interactions, starting conversations, and marketing the library to the community, one person at a time. Communicate inclusivity and cultural sensitivity and be approachable in verbal, written, and non-verbal communications. Work a required schedule that includes a combination of day, evening, and weekend shifts. NOTE:The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Some extra help positions may be eligible for benefitsundertheAffordable Care Act. For more information, please see: https://hr.smcgov.org/sites/hr.smcgov.org/files/EH%20OE%202017%20Information.pdf SAN MATEO COUNTY LIBRARIES San Mateo County Libraries (SMCL) is a Joint Powers Authority comprised of the cities of Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Millbrae, Pacifica, Portola Valley, San Carlos, Woodside, and the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County, a service area with approximately 279,000 residents.Named a four-star library by Library Journal for the 11thconsecutive year, SMCL ranked 4th in California among similar peer libraries. The more than 2.1 million visitors to SMCL libraries last year checked out more than 3.4 million materials and accessed public computers for more than 230,000 hours. Annually, 8,400 programs and activities are provided to more than 270,000 children, teens, and adults. From book clubs to bike clinics, video game design to resume workshops, salsa tastings to Mid-Autumn Festivals, San Mateo County Libraries provides a variety of exciting library programs and events for our diverse communities. For more information about San Mateo County Libraries, please visit www.smcl.org . Qualifications Knowledge of: Excellent customer service practices. Modern library services and functions. Internet searching skills. Computers and technology Correct written and oral English usage. Basic math. Skill/Ability to: Deal tactfully and effectively with a wide variety of individuals. Interpret and apply library procedures and policies. Use, and teach patrons to use, a changing variety of technologies. Plan, promote, and execute library programming. Be flexible in responding to frequent change. Direct and instruct volunteers. Work with a cash drawer, make change, determine cash balances, etc. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail. Experience and Education: Qualified candidates possess any combination of education and experience that would likely provide them with the required knowledge, skills, and ability. Library Assistant I: No specific education or experience is required. Library Assistant II: One year of public contact and support experience in a library. Other Requirements: Must be available to work a schedule that includes a combination of days, evenings, and rotating weekends. Application/Examination Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) and a panel interview or oral examination (weight: 100%). Based solely on the information provided in the application materials, an application screening committee will select those applicants whose education, training and experience most closely matches the needs of the department. Those selected will be invited to a panel interview. 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 . 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Tentative Recruitment Schedule: Final Filing Date:January 17, 2019 Application Screening:January 30 and 31, 2019 Panel Interview:February 19, 20, and 21, 2019 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 Employment Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Christina Chan(010419) (Library Assistant I/II - K009/K010)
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description Do you want to be a part of an award-winning team and work with amazing people? Are you someone who can make a difference through diverse outreach, helping create a literate and informed community, provide amazing customer service, and participate in exciting programming? If you answered "yes," consider meeting us and joining our team. We welcome diversity, and bilingual skills are always a PLUS. We also offer bilingual pay to qualified employees. Apply for a Library Assistant position with San Mateo County Libraries (SMCL) and join us in igniting growth through transformative experiences! Brochure: http://files.smc-hr.org/Rec/Recruitment_Flyer.pdf San Mateo County Libraries are an invaluable community resource, an amazing family, a springboard for opportunities, and our staff are what makes it so special. We're champions of learning, sharing, and exploration -- of open minds, new ideas, and bright futures. It's our mission and our passion to strengthen our community by creating an inclusive sense of place and an environment for learning. We seek enthusiastic team players, creative risk takers, and flexible individuals who proactively search for new opportunities to make public library services relevant to all members of the community. In addition to working in a positive and fun customer care role in our libraries, Library Assistants have the opportunity to provide support to programs and outreach events that include story times, play facilitation, hands-on craft and STEM activities for children, as well as book clubs, technology instruction, music events, and more for teens and adults! This is an opportunity to join a dynamic public services team and to make a positive impact in the community! Those selected as Library Assistants will have the opportunity to: Provide excellent customer service to library patrons by assisting them with circulation, technology, and questions on a variety of topics. Work to efficiently process and merchandise library materials to get books, movies, and music into the hands of our customers. Present exciting library programming to customers of all ages, inside and outside of the library. Serve on committees and positively contribute to San Mateo County Library as a whole. Additionally,Library Assistants may also have opportunities to get involved with programming and outreach or do clerical work with our support departments. Because of the diversity of the communities served, the Library strongly encourages individuals with fluent bilingual language skills to apply, especially those with Spanish-English, Mandarin-English and/or Cantonese-English language skills. The eligible list generated by this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies throughout San Mateo County Libraries, which includes locations in Atherton, Brisbane, Belmont, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, East Palo Alto, Portola Valley, Millbrae, Woodside, Pacifica, San Mateo, and San Carlos. The current vacancies are anticipated at the Atherton, Brisbane, East Palo Alto, Foster City, San Carlos, and Woodside Libraries, though this could change by the time of the interviews. The East Palo Alto position is bilingual skills required in Spanish and/or Tongan. The other positions are bilingual preferred, but not required. We also have multiple vacant extra-help Library Assistant positions. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE We are looking for enthusiastic, customer service-oriented and flexible Library Assistants who are effective in communicating with people from a variety of backgrounds. Experience working in a library, social services, youth development, education, or early childhood setting is also highly preferred. In addition, the ideal candidate will have the ability to: Seek out opportunities to inspire with friendly customer service and actively provide opportunities for discovery, enrichment, and uplifting the community. Communicate clearly and considerately with co-workers, volunteers, and patrons. Model exemplary customer care in all interactions--including in person, at a program, at outreach events, helping with library card or circulation issues, address suggestions for improvements, or otherwise ensure that our library users are uniformly welcomed. Work with a variety of technologies to provide services to library patrons and troubleshoot computer issues. Use independent judgment to interpret and apply library policies and procedures. Work collaboratively with staff and volunteers to reach goals. Plan and lead a variety of creative, exciting programs for the public in concert with Librarian and Community Program Specialist staff. Contribute innovative ideas for library programs and services in the branch and throughout SMCL. Thrive in a changing environment. Thrive in initiating interactions, starting conversations, and marketing the library to the community, one person at a time. Communicate inclusivity and cultural sensitivity and be approachable in verbal, written, and non-verbal communications. Work a required schedule that includes a combination of day, evening, and weekend shifts. NOTE:The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Some extra help positions may be eligible for benefitsundertheAffordable Care Act. For more information, please see: https://hr.smcgov.org/sites/hr.smcgov.org/files/EH%20OE%202017%20Information.pdf SAN MATEO COUNTY LIBRARIES San Mateo County Libraries (SMCL) is a Joint Powers Authority comprised of the cities of Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Millbrae, Pacifica, Portola Valley, San Carlos, Woodside, and the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County, a service area with approximately 279,000 residents.Named a four-star library by Library Journal for the 11thconsecutive year, SMCL ranked 4th in California among similar peer libraries. The more than 2.1 million visitors to SMCL libraries last year checked out more than 3.4 million materials and accessed public computers for more than 230,000 hours. Annually, 8,400 programs and activities are provided to more than 270,000 children, teens, and adults. From book clubs to bike clinics, video game design to resume workshops, salsa tastings to Mid-Autumn Festivals, San Mateo County Libraries provides a variety of exciting library programs and events for our diverse communities. For more information about San Mateo County Libraries, please visit www.smcl.org . Qualifications Knowledge of: Excellent customer service practices. Modern library services and functions. Internet searching skills. Computers and technology Correct written and oral English usage. Basic math. Skill/Ability to: Deal tactfully and effectively with a wide variety of individuals. Interpret and apply library procedures and policies. Use, and teach patrons to use, a changing variety of technologies. Plan, promote, and execute library programming. Be flexible in responding to frequent change. Direct and instruct volunteers. Work with a cash drawer, make change, determine cash balances, etc. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail. Experience and Education: Qualified candidates possess any combination of education and experience that would likely provide them with the required knowledge, skills, and ability. Library Assistant I: No specific education or experience is required. Library Assistant II: One year of public contact and support experience in a library. Other Requirements: Must be available to work a schedule that includes a combination of days, evenings, and rotating weekends. Application/Examination Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) and a panel interview or oral examination (weight: 100%). Based solely on the information provided in the application materials, an application screening committee will select those applicants whose education, training and experience most closely matches the needs of the department. Those selected will be invited to a panel interview. 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 . 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Tentative Recruitment Schedule: Final Filing Date:January 17, 2019 Application Screening:January 30 and 31, 2019 Panel Interview:February 19, 20, and 21, 2019 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 Employment Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Christina Chan(010419) (Library Assistant I/II - K009/K010)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description Note: This job posting was updated on May 26, 2016 to update the current vacancy shift. Note: This job posting was updated on October 1, 2018, December 12, 2016, August 30, 2016, April 19, 2016 and December 30, 2014 to amend the supplemental questions. The County of San Mateo Health System would like to invite you to apply for the position of Nurse Practitioner . At the County of San Mateo Health System, we lead by example. From our most seasoned professionals to our newest team members, everyone has the opportunity to step forward to offer their insight, opinions and ideas. As part of our teaching hospital, you'll have the chance to explore new avenues for growth while you meet the diverse healthcare needs of a thriving, vibrant community. If you're ready to discover the leader in you, we invite you to discover the County of San Mateo Health System. We currently have vacancies in our Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) division, Correctional Health Services division, and the San Mateo Medical Center and Clinics. Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) offers a broad spectrum of mental health and substance use services for children, youth, families, adults and older adults in San Mateo County in the prevention, early intervention and treatment of mental illness and/or substance use conditions. Mental health services are also available for emotionally disturbed children, older adults at risk of institutionalization, children in special education or at risk of out-of-home placement, uninsured residents of San Mateo County and people of any age in a major crisis. Correctional Health Services provides integrated medical, dental, mental health, and chemical dependency treatment to San Mateo County's incarcerated adults, and medical and dental care to the juvenile hall population. Medical services include health screening, treatment, education, and 24-hour emergency response for juveniles and adults. The San Mateo Medical Center is a public hospital and clinic system fully accredited by the Joint Commission. The Medical Center operates outpatient clinics throughout San Mateo County and also an acute-care hospital. We serve the healthcare needs of County residents, serving as the healthcare home for underserved and underinsured residents, with an emphasis on education and prevention. Under general supervision, Nurse Practitioners will provide services such as conducting complete physical examinations, developing diagnostic impressions, and managing care of patients working in one or more specialty areas, such as geriatric, pediatric, family health, or OB/GYN practice. Our nurses are part of a collaborative healthcare team dedicated to providing excellent care to our patients. At the County of San Mateo you'll find a supportive environment and opportunities to grow in your profession through training and education, including in-house Continuing Education units. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Nurse Practitioner isfully competent to independently perform a variety of responsible primary health care services and other clinical procedures that require the exercise of a high degree of clinical judgment in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients in a specialized nursing area office support duties. Positions in this series differ from those in the class of Staff Nurse in that Nurse Practitioners provide primary health care services and other clinical procedures that require specialized licensure and the exercise of a high degree of clinical judgment in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients in a specialized nursing area. NOTE: The list of eligible candidates created from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future part-time, full-time, permanent, extra-help, per diem, relief,and/or temporary vacancies in any of the three correctional facilities. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Assess the health of patients to determine their physical, emotional and social status by taking a complete medical history, doing a physical examination, initiating screening and diagnostic procedures etc; evaluate results of clinical findings and laboratory tests; report any abnormalities to a physician. Identify and manage in collaboration with a physician, common illnesses and/or other health problems and refer these problems or illnesses that require immediate medical attention to the appropriate practicing physician; assume on-going responsibility for follow-ups. Collaborate with physicians and other health professionals regarding health problems and illnesses following established protocol relative to diagnosis and treatment of patients. Counsel parents or other family members regarding health maintenance in the area of specialization. Coordinate and facilitate referrals to other health or social agencies. Maintain accurate records of assessments, follow-ups and evaluations. Supervise the work of subordinate health workers and participate in professional and administrative meetings. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of: Principles, practices and procedures used in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of common health problems as related to the clinical specialty. Fundamentals of clinical medicine as related to clinical specialty. Drugs commonly used in the area of specialty including the indications of their use, anticipated therapeutic effect, side effects and untoward reactions and contraindications. Safety and infection control practices and procedures. Normal and abnormal values of laboratory tests and their clinical significance. Operations and care of medical equipment and instruments used in the area of specialty. Laws and regulations pertinent to the practice of nursing and medicine applicable to assigned specialty. Community resources and referral systems. Provisions of the Nurse Practice Act. Skill/Ability to: Assess the health status of patients. Provide health care services including the taking of a complete medical history, doing complete physical examination and other related clinical procedures. Identify and manage health problems common in the area of specialty. Develop and implement treatment plans for patients according to policies and protocol. Analyze and interpret health information/data including results of laboratory testing. Communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, professional staff and others. Follow safety practices and procedures. Maintain accurate records and preparing reports. Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. Licensure/Certification: Possession of a California license as a Registered Nurse. Special Training: The Nurse Practitioner requires certification in one of the options: Option l - Pediatric: Primary health care for patients 17 years of age and under. Option 2 - Family: Primary health care for patients of all ages. Option 3 - Geriatric: Primary health care for older patients. Option 4 - OB/GYN: Primary health care for obstetric and gynecologic patients. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form . The examination will consist of a scored evaluation of relevant training and experience (weight: 100%) based solely on the responses to the supplemental questions. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. IMPORTANT : Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. Final Filing Date : Open until filled 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 Employment Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Carolyn Burns(091814) (Nurse Practitioner - F009) Keywords: nursing, RN, NP, health services,practitioner, corrections, clinical, medical
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description Note: This job posting was updated on May 26, 2016 to update the current vacancy shift. Note: This job posting was updated on October 1, 2018, December 12, 2016, August 30, 2016, April 19, 2016 and December 30, 2014 to amend the supplemental questions. The County of San Mateo Health System would like to invite you to apply for the position of Nurse Practitioner . At the County of San Mateo Health System, we lead by example. From our most seasoned professionals to our newest team members, everyone has the opportunity to step forward to offer their insight, opinions and ideas. As part of our teaching hospital, you'll have the chance to explore new avenues for growth while you meet the diverse healthcare needs of a thriving, vibrant community. If you're ready to discover the leader in you, we invite you to discover the County of San Mateo Health System. We currently have vacancies in our Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) division, Correctional Health Services division, and the San Mateo Medical Center and Clinics. Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) offers a broad spectrum of mental health and substance use services for children, youth, families, adults and older adults in San Mateo County in the prevention, early intervention and treatment of mental illness and/or substance use conditions. Mental health services are also available for emotionally disturbed children, older adults at risk of institutionalization, children in special education or at risk of out-of-home placement, uninsured residents of San Mateo County and people of any age in a major crisis. Correctional Health Services provides integrated medical, dental, mental health, and chemical dependency treatment to San Mateo County's incarcerated adults, and medical and dental care to the juvenile hall population. Medical services include health screening, treatment, education, and 24-hour emergency response for juveniles and adults. The San Mateo Medical Center is a public hospital and clinic system fully accredited by the Joint Commission. The Medical Center operates outpatient clinics throughout San Mateo County and also an acute-care hospital. We serve the healthcare needs of County residents, serving as the healthcare home for underserved and underinsured residents, with an emphasis on education and prevention. Under general supervision, Nurse Practitioners will provide services such as conducting complete physical examinations, developing diagnostic impressions, and managing care of patients working in one or more specialty areas, such as geriatric, pediatric, family health, or OB/GYN practice. Our nurses are part of a collaborative healthcare team dedicated to providing excellent care to our patients. At the County of San Mateo you'll find a supportive environment and opportunities to grow in your profession through training and education, including in-house Continuing Education units. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Nurse Practitioner isfully competent to independently perform a variety of responsible primary health care services and other clinical procedures that require the exercise of a high degree of clinical judgment in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients in a specialized nursing area office support duties. Positions in this series differ from those in the class of Staff Nurse in that Nurse Practitioners provide primary health care services and other clinical procedures that require specialized licensure and the exercise of a high degree of clinical judgment in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients in a specialized nursing area. NOTE: The list of eligible candidates created from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future part-time, full-time, permanent, extra-help, per diem, relief,and/or temporary vacancies in any of the three correctional facilities. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Assess the health of patients to determine their physical, emotional and social status by taking a complete medical history, doing a physical examination, initiating screening and diagnostic procedures etc; evaluate results of clinical findings and laboratory tests; report any abnormalities to a physician. Identify and manage in collaboration with a physician, common illnesses and/or other health problems and refer these problems or illnesses that require immediate medical attention to the appropriate practicing physician; assume on-going responsibility for follow-ups. Collaborate with physicians and other health professionals regarding health problems and illnesses following established protocol relative to diagnosis and treatment of patients. Counsel parents or other family members regarding health maintenance in the area of specialization. Coordinate and facilitate referrals to other health or social agencies. Maintain accurate records of assessments, follow-ups and evaluations. Supervise the work of subordinate health workers and participate in professional and administrative meetings. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of: Principles, practices and procedures used in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of common health problems as related to the clinical specialty. Fundamentals of clinical medicine as related to clinical specialty. Drugs commonly used in the area of specialty including the indications of their use, anticipated therapeutic effect, side effects and untoward reactions and contraindications. Safety and infection control practices and procedures. Normal and abnormal values of laboratory tests and their clinical significance. Operations and care of medical equipment and instruments used in the area of specialty. Laws and regulations pertinent to the practice of nursing and medicine applicable to assigned specialty. Community resources and referral systems. Provisions of the Nurse Practice Act. Skill/Ability to: Assess the health status of patients. Provide health care services including the taking of a complete medical history, doing complete physical examination and other related clinical procedures. Identify and manage health problems common in the area of specialty. Develop and implement treatment plans for patients according to policies and protocol. Analyze and interpret health information/data including results of laboratory testing. Communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, professional staff and others. Follow safety practices and procedures. Maintain accurate records and preparing reports. Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. Licensure/Certification: Possession of a California license as a Registered Nurse. Special Training: The Nurse Practitioner requires certification in one of the options: Option l - Pediatric: Primary health care for patients 17 years of age and under. Option 2 - Family: Primary health care for patients of all ages. Option 3 - Geriatric: Primary health care for older patients. Option 4 - OB/GYN: Primary health care for obstetric and gynecologic patients. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form . The examination will consist of a scored evaluation of relevant training and experience (weight: 100%) based solely on the responses to the supplemental questions. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. IMPORTANT : Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. Final Filing Date : Open until filled 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 Employment Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Carolyn Burns(091814) (Nurse Practitioner - F009) Keywords: nursing, RN, NP, health services,practitioner, corrections, clinical, medical
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description Note: On September 10, 2018 the title of this recruitment was amended, and on September 27, 2018 to include additional information for current county employees. Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on August 28, 2018 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous." The County of San Mateo Health System is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Health Information Systems Analyst- Limited Term . Working in the San Mateo Medical Center, the successful hirewill be responsible applications system support, maintenance, and modification of departmental and county enterprise-wide software application(s); identifies end user system requirements and evaluates software packages; designs, codes, tests, and documents software applications; trains and assists end users in implementing new applications; and performs related work as required. IS Application Support Analyst (IS ASA) II: This is the journey-level class in the IS applications Support Analyst series responsible for the maintenance, modification, implementation, and process customization of and training for mission critical, enterprise-wide software application(s), as well as participating in or providing technical direction for assigned initiatives or projects. Responsibilities require the use of tact, discretion, and independent judgment and to have full and thorough knowledge of the concepts, practices, procedures, and policies of assigned function. This classification is distinguished from the IS Senior Applications Support Analyst by the complexity and size of the applications supported and the amount of discretion exercised over problems and resolutions, as well as the latter serves as a technical leader and subject matter expert in specific area(s) and/or is responsible for the daily technical and functional direction of assigned staff. Positions in the IS Applications Support Analyst class series are flexibly staffed and positions at the II level are normally filled by advancement from the I level requiring two (2) additional years of experience and after gaining the knowledge, skill, and experience which meet the qualifications for and after demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class. When filled from the outside, the employee is required to have three (3) years of prior related experience that allows the employee to meet the qualification standards for the II level. The idealcandidate will: Be proficient in SQL database management and related tools; Have the ability to research, document and/or interpret application environment diagrams; Have knowledge in assessing applications and environments and strategize long-term plans to upgrade systems to prevent end-of-life, end of support, or end-of -warranty risks. This is a limited term, at-will position. Limited Term Employees are assigned to assignments not to exceed three years. They receive medical and dental benefits, similar to regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan. Information for current county employees: Current and regular San MateoCounty Employees who are interested in this assignment must submit an application and compete inthe recruitment process.If you are successful in the recruitment and are being considered for the assignment, HRwill work directly with you and/or your department for options.Please notethat there is no guarantee that you will be allowed by your department to rotate into this assignment nor are your departments obligated to allow you to take on this assignment. The salary range for this position is "as is" and non-negotiable. Examples Of Duties Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the functions of the job. Individually or as a team member, works on and is responsible for software applications research, development, conversion, installation, and maintenance projects, including planning, organizing, and defining project requirements, methods, and end objectives in consultation with end users; coordinates project activities with team members, other section staff, user representatives, and outside vendors. Interviews, analyzes, and documents end user work processes and systems requirements; conducts systems walkthroughs and technical reviews; develops or refines system specifications, including evaluating and testing vendor software packages for conformance with user requirements and priorities. Prepares feasibility studies, cost-benefit analysis, product evaluations, requirements specifications, design and other analysis and documentation. Designs business processes and workflow strategies for the management, access and retrieval of data. Defines data rules and relationships, and develops methods for quality control of databases. Prepares project proposals, reviews and meets with prospective vendors, and assists in product selection. Monitors vendor performance and deliverables to validate invoices and payments. Develops and implements automated processes, scripts, triggers, specialized views and reports to respond to user needs. Designs methods to import/export data for analysis and performance comparative analysis of data from dissimilar applications. Utilizes existing systems and programs to design and code new and modified programs for data processing. Resolves and troubleshoots application-related issues, including as-needed 24/7 support. Develops and recommends comprehensive standards, policies, procedures and technical documentation. Writes and maintains user and technical operating instructions and documentation, and provides training as needed. Assists in developing and updating software and environments to optimize performance of relational database systems, client/server applications, and web-applications. Consults with staff regarding information technology related issues, needs and services; conducts special research assignments, gathers data, and prepares reports for consideration by management or special committees. Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in technology related to County operations; researches, recommends and evaluates vendor solutions and technologies; implements improvements or safeguards. Assists in developing and updating the Probation IT Unit run book. Assists in testing new hardware/software releases and configurations and releases management to users. Occasionally respondafter hours to 24/7 Probation facilities for tier one end-user support or security system outages (routing to contracted vendor). Qualifications Knowledge of: Various software packages including word processing, spreadsheet, SQL database and database management, and reporting tools. Data processing management and general administration practices and techniques. Operating characteristics, capabilities, capacities, and limitations of computer related peripheral equipment. Data management theory, principles, and practices and their application to a wide variety of services and programs. Recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to the operations of the assigned programs. Principles and procedures of record keeping. Customer service and telephone techniques. Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work. English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with vendors and County staff. Skill/Ability to: Conduct research on applications issues, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports. Participate in design sessions and process improvement sessions; provide sound recommendations and technical input. Learn to code, configure, manage, and maintain assigned system(s) and integrate to meet business needs independently without vendor support. Research and develop cost-effective technical system improvements. Prepare clear and concise program documentation, user procedures, reports of work performed, and other written materials. Analyze and troubleshoot any software issues and use logic to solve the problem. Establish and maintain a software system update and maintenance schedule. Write system procedures. Deal tactfully with the customers and staff in providing information, answering questions, and providing customer service. Learn and understand the organization, operation, and functions of the department as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities. Learn, interpret, and apply applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility. Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs. Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems. Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Additional Qualifications for the IS Application Support Analyst II level: Knowledge of: Principles and practices of project management. Modern and complex principles and practices of computer systems management, analysis, design, and maintenance. Techniques and methods of system evaluation, implementation, and documentation. The organization, operation, and functions of the department as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities and to determine appropriate point of escalation. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility. Skill/Ability to: Code, configure, manage, and maintain assigned system(s) and integrate to meet business needs independently without vendor support. Conduct complex research projects on a wide variety of software issues, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports. Lead focus groups or working sessions to establish new processes or technical design for improvement. Coordinate and plan applications development, enhancement, and maintenance projects. Research, develop, and recommend cost-effective technical system improvements. Implement comprehensive computer operations-related projects and training programs. Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations. Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in information systems, computer science, or related field. Additional related experience may substitute for education requirement on a year-for-year basis, up to four (4) years. Experience: IS Applications Support Analyst I: One (1) year of experience in applications analysis, design, and development. IS Applications Support Analyst II: Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in applications analysis, design, and development. Physical Demands: Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Standing in and walking between work areas is frequently required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to perform assigned duties, as well as push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds with the use of proper equipment. Environmental Elements: Employees work in an office environment with moderate levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff when providing applications system support. Application/Examination This is a Limited Term recruitment.Anyone may apply. Thorough and detailed responses to the supplementalquestions must be submitted in addition to the standard San Mateo County employment application. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. The department will screen application materials, and they will contact qualified candidates directly for a departmental interview. IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Final Date for Filing : Continuous Departmental Interviews : TBD Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. HR Analyst: Wendy Young (08142018) (IS Applications Support Analyst II - V261)
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description Note: On September 10, 2018 the title of this recruitment was amended, and on September 27, 2018 to include additional information for current county employees. Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on August 28, 2018 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous." The County of San Mateo Health System is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Health Information Systems Analyst- Limited Term . Working in the San Mateo Medical Center, the successful hirewill be responsible applications system support, maintenance, and modification of departmental and county enterprise-wide software application(s); identifies end user system requirements and evaluates software packages; designs, codes, tests, and documents software applications; trains and assists end users in implementing new applications; and performs related work as required. IS Application Support Analyst (IS ASA) II: This is the journey-level class in the IS applications Support Analyst series responsible for the maintenance, modification, implementation, and process customization of and training for mission critical, enterprise-wide software application(s), as well as participating in or providing technical direction for assigned initiatives or projects. Responsibilities require the use of tact, discretion, and independent judgment and to have full and thorough knowledge of the concepts, practices, procedures, and policies of assigned function. This classification is distinguished from the IS Senior Applications Support Analyst by the complexity and size of the applications supported and the amount of discretion exercised over problems and resolutions, as well as the latter serves as a technical leader and subject matter expert in specific area(s) and/or is responsible for the daily technical and functional direction of assigned staff. Positions in the IS Applications Support Analyst class series are flexibly staffed and positions at the II level are normally filled by advancement from the I level requiring two (2) additional years of experience and after gaining the knowledge, skill, and experience which meet the qualifications for and after demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class. When filled from the outside, the employee is required to have three (3) years of prior related experience that allows the employee to meet the qualification standards for the II level. The idealcandidate will: Be proficient in SQL database management and related tools; Have the ability to research, document and/or interpret application environment diagrams; Have knowledge in assessing applications and environments and strategize long-term plans to upgrade systems to prevent end-of-life, end of support, or end-of -warranty risks. This is a limited term, at-will position. Limited Term Employees are assigned to assignments not to exceed three years. They receive medical and dental benefits, similar to regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan. Information for current county employees: Current and regular San MateoCounty Employees who are interested in this assignment must submit an application and compete inthe recruitment process.If you are successful in the recruitment and are being considered for the assignment, HRwill work directly with you and/or your department for options.Please notethat there is no guarantee that you will be allowed by your department to rotate into this assignment nor are your departments obligated to allow you to take on this assignment. The salary range for this position is "as is" and non-negotiable. Examples Of Duties Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the functions of the job. Individually or as a team member, works on and is responsible for software applications research, development, conversion, installation, and maintenance projects, including planning, organizing, and defining project requirements, methods, and end objectives in consultation with end users; coordinates project activities with team members, other section staff, user representatives, and outside vendors. Interviews, analyzes, and documents end user work processes and systems requirements; conducts systems walkthroughs and technical reviews; develops or refines system specifications, including evaluating and testing vendor software packages for conformance with user requirements and priorities. Prepares feasibility studies, cost-benefit analysis, product evaluations, requirements specifications, design and other analysis and documentation. Designs business processes and workflow strategies for the management, access and retrieval of data. Defines data rules and relationships, and develops methods for quality control of databases. Prepares project proposals, reviews and meets with prospective vendors, and assists in product selection. Monitors vendor performance and deliverables to validate invoices and payments. Develops and implements automated processes, scripts, triggers, specialized views and reports to respond to user needs. Designs methods to import/export data for analysis and performance comparative analysis of data from dissimilar applications. Utilizes existing systems and programs to design and code new and modified programs for data processing. Resolves and troubleshoots application-related issues, including as-needed 24/7 support. Develops and recommends comprehensive standards, policies, procedures and technical documentation. Writes and maintains user and technical operating instructions and documentation, and provides training as needed. Assists in developing and updating software and environments to optimize performance of relational database systems, client/server applications, and web-applications. Consults with staff regarding information technology related issues, needs and services; conducts special research assignments, gathers data, and prepares reports for consideration by management or special committees. Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in technology related to County operations; researches, recommends and evaluates vendor solutions and technologies; implements improvements or safeguards. Assists in developing and updating the Probation IT Unit run book. Assists in testing new hardware/software releases and configurations and releases management to users. Occasionally respondafter hours to 24/7 Probation facilities for tier one end-user support or security system outages (routing to contracted vendor). Qualifications Knowledge of: Various software packages including word processing, spreadsheet, SQL database and database management, and reporting tools. Data processing management and general administration practices and techniques. Operating characteristics, capabilities, capacities, and limitations of computer related peripheral equipment. Data management theory, principles, and practices and their application to a wide variety of services and programs. Recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to the operations of the assigned programs. Principles and procedures of record keeping. Customer service and telephone techniques. Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work. English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with vendors and County staff. Skill/Ability to: Conduct research on applications issues, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports. Participate in design sessions and process improvement sessions; provide sound recommendations and technical input. Learn to code, configure, manage, and maintain assigned system(s) and integrate to meet business needs independently without vendor support. Research and develop cost-effective technical system improvements. Prepare clear and concise program documentation, user procedures, reports of work performed, and other written materials. Analyze and troubleshoot any software issues and use logic to solve the problem. Establish and maintain a software system update and maintenance schedule. Write system procedures. Deal tactfully with the customers and staff in providing information, answering questions, and providing customer service. Learn and understand the organization, operation, and functions of the department as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities. Learn, interpret, and apply applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility. Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs. Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems. Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Additional Qualifications for the IS Application Support Analyst II level: Knowledge of: Principles and practices of project management. Modern and complex principles and practices of computer systems management, analysis, design, and maintenance. Techniques and methods of system evaluation, implementation, and documentation. The organization, operation, and functions of the department as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities and to determine appropriate point of escalation. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility. Skill/Ability to: Code, configure, manage, and maintain assigned system(s) and integrate to meet business needs independently without vendor support. Conduct complex research projects on a wide variety of software issues, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports. Lead focus groups or working sessions to establish new processes or technical design for improvement. Coordinate and plan applications development, enhancement, and maintenance projects. Research, develop, and recommend cost-effective technical system improvements. Implement comprehensive computer operations-related projects and training programs. Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations. Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in information systems, computer science, or related field. Additional related experience may substitute for education requirement on a year-for-year basis, up to four (4) years. Experience: IS Applications Support Analyst I: One (1) year of experience in applications analysis, design, and development. IS Applications Support Analyst II: Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in applications analysis, design, and development. Physical Demands: Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Standing in and walking between work areas is frequently required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to perform assigned duties, as well as push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds with the use of proper equipment. Environmental Elements: Employees work in an office environment with moderate levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff when providing applications system support. Application/Examination This is a Limited Term recruitment.Anyone may apply. Thorough and detailed responses to the supplementalquestions must be submitted in addition to the standard San Mateo County employment application. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. The department will screen application materials, and they will contact qualified candidates directly for a departmental interview. IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Final Date for Filing : Continuous Departmental Interviews : TBD Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. HR Analyst: Wendy Young (08142018) (IS Applications Support Analyst II - V261)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description The San Mateo County's Health Systems is seeking a highly qualified IS Business Analyst II (IS BA) - Limited Term for their Health IT Division. To view the online brochure for this recruitment please follow this link: https://hr.smcgov.org/IS-BA-II The individual in this positionperforms complex and technical systems maintenance, operational duties, and/or modification of application systems; serves as a liaison between system users and information technology staff, vendors, and service providers; provides technical and analytical support and training to system users; performs system administration functions to ensure security and effective operation; develops and maintains a variety of automated files, records, and databases; prepares and distributes new procedures, training materials, and a variety of scheduled and adhoc reports; and performs related work as required.This position will support multiple divisions within the Health System such as Administration, Emergency Medical Services, Finance, and Public Health, Policy and Planning. IS Business Analyst II is the journey-level class in the IS Business Analyst series and is responsible for serving as a liaison between system users and information technology staff, vendors, and service providers. Responsibilities require the use of tact, discretion, and independent judgment and to have full and thorough knowledge of the concepts, practices, procedures, and policies of assigned function. The ideal candidate will possess: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major ininformation systems, Computer Science, or similar technical discipline. At least 5 years of experience in system analysis and software development and support. Strong knowledge of business process analysis, requirements analysis, and software analysis and design. Project management experience. Three years of experience performing application support in a health care setting. Ability to analyze end-user technical requirements and recommend specific technical and/or workflow solutions to meet the need. Excellent trouble shooting skills. Knowledge of database and data dictionary concepts, database file structures and operating system interfaces. Knowledge of business analysis techniques such as interviewing, brainstorming, modeling, risk analysis, estimating, and peer review. Ability to work independently and set priorities. Three years of experience supporting an electronic health record or case management system. Knowledge of principles and practices of leadership and mentoring. Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical staff. This is a limited term, at-will position. Limited Term Employees are assigned to assignments not to exceed three years. They receive medical and dental benefits, similar to regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan. Information for current county employees: Current and regular San MateoCounty Employees who are interested in this assignment must submit an application and compete inthe recruitment process.If you are successful in the recruitment and are being considered for the assignment, HRwill work directly with you and/or your department for options.Please notethat there is no guarantee that you will be allowed by your department to rotate into this assignment nor are your departments obligated to allow you to take on this assignment. The salary range for this position is "as is" and non-negotiable. Examples Of Duties Participates in the modification of existing systems and/or the implementation of new systems by developing, writing, and disseminating procedures that utilize new or changed system applications and by evaluating system modifications in response to operational, program, and/or regulatory changes. Receives requests for assistance related to the use of department and/or program systems and software applications; determines severity of problem and resolves or refers to appropriate personnel or vendor for resolution. Participates in a variety of system user and work groups to identify user needs and operational, programmatic, and/or regulatory changes affecting application requirements and other related issues. Coordinates and directs the work of software vendors to identify and resolve programming and other operational problems; coordinates the scheduling of corrective patches and upgrades between vendors and staff; interacts with vendors, external agencies, auditors, or other staff to obtain requested data or special reports. Provides or arranges for the training of staff on the information systems used by the department and/or program; requests adhoc reports. Develops and executes system test plans to ensure application performance conforms to specifications; modifies technologies to correct errors and optimize system performance and cost-effectiveness. Stays abreast of current trends and developments in system applications and technologies; serves as a technical expert on assigned committees. Learns and applies emerging technologies and, as necessary, to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner. Prepares and tracks requests to information technology staff, vendors and/or service providers for routine system changes and reports. Performs related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of: Various information technology platforms and operating systems. Principles and practices used in the analysis and development of procedures and information systems associated with assigned operational and/or program area. Principles of relational database management and systems integration analysis and programming. Principles and practices of programmatic analysis and report preparation. Information systems and data processing concepts. Principles and practices of contract and vendor relationship management. Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work. Record keeping principles and procedures. English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with users, vendors, external agencies, and County staff. Skill/Ability to: Learn department and County systems, policies, programs, and practices related to information systems. Provide technical and analytical support to users of department systems and applications. Learn to and communicate with department personnel to identify and translate information needs into system requirements. Learn to and communicate business information system needs to system vendors for the design, development, and/or enhancement of system applications. Assist end users on a wide variety of system issues, evaluate alternatives, and make and implement sound recommendations. Assist in developing materials and present effective training programs; train users in the assigned application systems. Evaluate the effectiveness of newly developed systems and/or applications. Deal tactfully with the customers and staff in providing information, answering questions, and providing customer service. Prepare clear, concise, and accurate documentation, instructions, correspondence, and other written materials. Organize work, set priorities, and meet critical deadlines. Learn, interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable County standards, policies, and procedures related to assigned area of responsibility. Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems. Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs. Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with both technical and non-technical personnel. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. Additional Qualifications at the IS Business Analyst II level: Knowledge of: Principles and practices used in adapting information systems to business needs and communicating those needs to information systems professionals and vendors. Department and County systems, policies, programs, and practices related to information systems. The organization, operation, and functions of the department and County as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities and to determine appropriate point of escalation. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility. Ability to: Communicate with department personnel to identify and translate information needs into system requirements. Communicate business information system needs to system vendors for the design, development, and/or enhancement of system applications. Conduct research projects on a wide variety of software and systems issues, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports. Research, develop, and recommend cost-effective technical system improvements. Develop and implement comprehensive computer operations-related projects and training programs. Participate and/or lead focus groups or working sessions to establish new processes or technical design for improvement. Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations. Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Education : Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college with major coursework in public administration, business administration, information systems, or closely related field. Additional related experience may substitute for education requirement on a year-for-year basis, up to four (4) years. IS Business Analyst II: Three (3) years of responsible experience in a position that would provide knowledge of department-specific programs, processes, and/or operations, including at least one (1) year of experience in the planning, implementation, oversight, and/or utilization of automated information systems and applications used to support departmental activities and specific to the specialty area assigned which includes report design, writing, and generation; business analysis; technical writing; system administration; vendor relationship management; and/or departmental information security. Physical Demands: Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Standing in and walking between work areas is frequently required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to perform assigned duties, as well as push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds with the use of proper equipment. Environmental Elements: Employees work in an office environment with moderate levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff when providing applications system support. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. Responses to supplemental questions are required and must be submitted in addition to the Standard San Mateo County employment application. A resume or reference to a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses to these questions. IMPORTANT : Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. The San Mateo County Health IT Division will screen applications as they are received and will directly contact qualified applicants for further consideration. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Final Filing Date: Continuous Departmental Interviews: On An Ongoing Basis 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. HR Analyst: Lucy Fung (100318) (IS Business Analyst II - V265)
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description The San Mateo County's Health Systems is seeking a highly qualified IS Business Analyst II (IS BA) - Limited Term for their Health IT Division. To view the online brochure for this recruitment please follow this link: https://hr.smcgov.org/IS-BA-II The individual in this positionperforms complex and technical systems maintenance, operational duties, and/or modification of application systems; serves as a liaison between system users and information technology staff, vendors, and service providers; provides technical and analytical support and training to system users; performs system administration functions to ensure security and effective operation; develops and maintains a variety of automated files, records, and databases; prepares and distributes new procedures, training materials, and a variety of scheduled and adhoc reports; and performs related work as required.This position will support multiple divisions within the Health System such as Administration, Emergency Medical Services, Finance, and Public Health, Policy and Planning. IS Business Analyst II is the journey-level class in the IS Business Analyst series and is responsible for serving as a liaison between system users and information technology staff, vendors, and service providers. Responsibilities require the use of tact, discretion, and independent judgment and to have full and thorough knowledge of the concepts, practices, procedures, and policies of assigned function. The ideal candidate will possess: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major ininformation systems, Computer Science, or similar technical discipline. At least 5 years of experience in system analysis and software development and support. Strong knowledge of business process analysis, requirements analysis, and software analysis and design. Project management experience. Three years of experience performing application support in a health care setting. Ability to analyze end-user technical requirements and recommend specific technical and/or workflow solutions to meet the need. Excellent trouble shooting skills. Knowledge of database and data dictionary concepts, database file structures and operating system interfaces. Knowledge of business analysis techniques such as interviewing, brainstorming, modeling, risk analysis, estimating, and peer review. Ability to work independently and set priorities. Three years of experience supporting an electronic health record or case management system. Knowledge of principles and practices of leadership and mentoring. Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical staff. This is a limited term, at-will position. Limited Term Employees are assigned to assignments not to exceed three years. They receive medical and dental benefits, similar to regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan. Information for current county employees: Current and regular San MateoCounty Employees who are interested in this assignment must submit an application and compete inthe recruitment process.If you are successful in the recruitment and are being considered for the assignment, HRwill work directly with you and/or your department for options.Please notethat there is no guarantee that you will be allowed by your department to rotate into this assignment nor are your departments obligated to allow you to take on this assignment. The salary range for this position is "as is" and non-negotiable. Examples Of Duties Participates in the modification of existing systems and/or the implementation of new systems by developing, writing, and disseminating procedures that utilize new or changed system applications and by evaluating system modifications in response to operational, program, and/or regulatory changes. Receives requests for assistance related to the use of department and/or program systems and software applications; determines severity of problem and resolves or refers to appropriate personnel or vendor for resolution. Participates in a variety of system user and work groups to identify user needs and operational, programmatic, and/or regulatory changes affecting application requirements and other related issues. Coordinates and directs the work of software vendors to identify and resolve programming and other operational problems; coordinates the scheduling of corrective patches and upgrades between vendors and staff; interacts with vendors, external agencies, auditors, or other staff to obtain requested data or special reports. Provides or arranges for the training of staff on the information systems used by the department and/or program; requests adhoc reports. Develops and executes system test plans to ensure application performance conforms to specifications; modifies technologies to correct errors and optimize system performance and cost-effectiveness. Stays abreast of current trends and developments in system applications and technologies; serves as a technical expert on assigned committees. Learns and applies emerging technologies and, as necessary, to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner. Prepares and tracks requests to information technology staff, vendors and/or service providers for routine system changes and reports. Performs related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of: Various information technology platforms and operating systems. Principles and practices used in the analysis and development of procedures and information systems associated with assigned operational and/or program area. Principles of relational database management and systems integration analysis and programming. Principles and practices of programmatic analysis and report preparation. Information systems and data processing concepts. Principles and practices of contract and vendor relationship management. Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work. Record keeping principles and procedures. English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with users, vendors, external agencies, and County staff. Skill/Ability to: Learn department and County systems, policies, programs, and practices related to information systems. Provide technical and analytical support to users of department systems and applications. Learn to and communicate with department personnel to identify and translate information needs into system requirements. Learn to and communicate business information system needs to system vendors for the design, development, and/or enhancement of system applications. Assist end users on a wide variety of system issues, evaluate alternatives, and make and implement sound recommendations. Assist in developing materials and present effective training programs; train users in the assigned application systems. Evaluate the effectiveness of newly developed systems and/or applications. Deal tactfully with the customers and staff in providing information, answering questions, and providing customer service. Prepare clear, concise, and accurate documentation, instructions, correspondence, and other written materials. Organize work, set priorities, and meet critical deadlines. Learn, interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable County standards, policies, and procedures related to assigned area of responsibility. Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems. Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs. Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with both technical and non-technical personnel. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. Additional Qualifications at the IS Business Analyst II level: Knowledge of: Principles and practices used in adapting information systems to business needs and communicating those needs to information systems professionals and vendors. Department and County systems, policies, programs, and practices related to information systems. The organization, operation, and functions of the department and County as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities and to determine appropriate point of escalation. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility. Ability to: Communicate with department personnel to identify and translate information needs into system requirements. Communicate business information system needs to system vendors for the design, development, and/or enhancement of system applications. Conduct research projects on a wide variety of software and systems issues, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports. Research, develop, and recommend cost-effective technical system improvements. Develop and implement comprehensive computer operations-related projects and training programs. Participate and/or lead focus groups or working sessions to establish new processes or technical design for improvement. Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations. Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Education : Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college with major coursework in public administration, business administration, information systems, or closely related field. Additional related experience may substitute for education requirement on a year-for-year basis, up to four (4) years. IS Business Analyst II: Three (3) years of responsible experience in a position that would provide knowledge of department-specific programs, processes, and/or operations, including at least one (1) year of experience in the planning, implementation, oversight, and/or utilization of automated information systems and applications used to support departmental activities and specific to the specialty area assigned which includes report design, writing, and generation; business analysis; technical writing; system administration; vendor relationship management; and/or departmental information security. Physical Demands: Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Standing in and walking between work areas is frequently required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to perform assigned duties, as well as push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds with the use of proper equipment. Environmental Elements: Employees work in an office environment with moderate levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff when providing applications system support. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. Responses to supplemental questions are required and must be submitted in addition to the Standard San Mateo County employment application. A resume or reference to a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses to these questions. IMPORTANT : Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. The San Mateo County Health IT Division will screen applications as they are received and will directly contact qualified applicants for further consideration. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Final Filing Date: Continuous Departmental Interviews: On An Ongoing Basis 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. HR Analyst: Lucy Fung (100318) (IS Business Analyst II - V265)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description Are you a dedicated and motivated Dental Assistant who enjoys being part of a team of professionals who provide exceptional dental care to the community and patients in need? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, challenging environment where the rewards are many? If so, then the San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) Dental Clinics have an exciting career opportunity for you! The San Mateo Medical Center operates five dental clinics located in San Mateo, Redwood City, Daly City, Half Moon Bay, and a Mobile Dental Clinic. These clinics treat children and adults, homeless and transitional populations, and patients with HIVdiagnosis. Pregnant women on Medi-Cal can also obtain dental services in these clinics covered by the Ryan White grant. All Clinics are open Monday through Friday, 8AMto 5 PM and some Saturdays and evenings. The Fair Oaks Health Center in Redwood City is staffed with an oral surgeon and pedodontist, and the San Mateo Clinic is staffed with an oral surgeon. The Fair Oaks Health Center and the Mobile Dental Clinic host dental students from the University of the Pacific and University of San Francisco to aid in patient care. The Dental Assistant Series levels include: Dental Assistant I ($21.59 - $26.99Hourly) is the experienced level class in the Dental Assistant series, competent to independently perform the full range of journey-level dental assisting work under the supervision of a dentist. This class is flexibly staffed with the II level and incumbents may advance to the higher level after obtaining required certification and demonstrating the required proficiency for the II level. Dental Assistant II/Registered Dental Assistant ($25.52 - $31.90 Hourly) is the advanced journey-level classification in the series. Under the supervision of a dentist, incumbents at this level perform dental assisting duties which are limited to a person certified as a Registered Dental Assistant in addition to performing Dental Assistant duties of the lower. The ideal candidate will: be a team player, self-starter, and multi-tasker; be capable of scheduling appointments and processing insurance claims, and have pedodontia experience; possess good organizational skills. We are seeking Dental Assistants who are motivated and demonstrate the willingness to learn and adapt to new situations. Dental Assistants rotate and should be available to work at any of our dental clinics. Transportation to each work site is the employee's responsibility. NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis.Some extra help positions are eligible for benefitsundertheAffordable Care Act. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Examples Of Duties As an SMMCDental Assistant, you will: Prepare patients for dental treatment; Assist the dentist at chairside; Mix cements, work with composite, amalgam and impression materials; Respond to the oral hygiene needs of a low-income population; Takedigital x-rays; Respond to patient emergencies; Maintain office and equipment in a sanitary and orderly condition; Enterinformation into patient's electronic record; Triage drop-in patients; Gather and complete necessary insurance information and forms. Qualifications Knowledge of: Preparation of patients for examination. Methods of use, care and sterilization of instruments and equipment. Dental hygiene instruction and prophylaxis or coronal polish (for RDA level) Dental X-ray techniques and safety procedures. Dental terminology. Office procedures and record keeping. Skill/Ability to: Take, develop and evaluate dental X-rays. Work tactfully with patients and other personnel under stressful conditions. Respond appropriately to patient emergencies during treatment or surgery. 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 completion of a course of instruction for dental assistants. Licensure/Certification: Possession of a Certificate of examination for radiation safety from the California Board of Dental Examiners. Possession of a Certificate of completion for a course in Basic Life Support as approved by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. To qualify for the II-Level, possession of a valid California License as Registered Dental Assistant issued by the California Board of Dental Examiners. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition toour regular employment application form. A resume 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 candidate's 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. 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. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. IMPORTANT : Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. County of San Mateo is a diverse, inclusive workplace, where employees are valued and respected for their different perspectives, experiences, backgrounds, and contributions. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Wendy Young(09262018) (Dental Assistant I/II - F039/F063)
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description Are you a dedicated and motivated Dental Assistant who enjoys being part of a team of professionals who provide exceptional dental care to the community and patients in need? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, challenging environment where the rewards are many? If so, then the San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) Dental Clinics have an exciting career opportunity for you! The San Mateo Medical Center operates five dental clinics located in San Mateo, Redwood City, Daly City, Half Moon Bay, and a Mobile Dental Clinic. These clinics treat children and adults, homeless and transitional populations, and patients with HIVdiagnosis. Pregnant women on Medi-Cal can also obtain dental services in these clinics covered by the Ryan White grant. All Clinics are open Monday through Friday, 8AMto 5 PM and some Saturdays and evenings. The Fair Oaks Health Center in Redwood City is staffed with an oral surgeon and pedodontist, and the San Mateo Clinic is staffed with an oral surgeon. The Fair Oaks Health Center and the Mobile Dental Clinic host dental students from the University of the Pacific and University of San Francisco to aid in patient care. The Dental Assistant Series levels include: Dental Assistant I ($21.59 - $26.99Hourly) is the experienced level class in the Dental Assistant series, competent to independently perform the full range of journey-level dental assisting work under the supervision of a dentist. This class is flexibly staffed with the II level and incumbents may advance to the higher level after obtaining required certification and demonstrating the required proficiency for the II level. Dental Assistant II/Registered Dental Assistant ($25.52 - $31.90 Hourly) is the advanced journey-level classification in the series. Under the supervision of a dentist, incumbents at this level perform dental assisting duties which are limited to a person certified as a Registered Dental Assistant in addition to performing Dental Assistant duties of the lower. The ideal candidate will: be a team player, self-starter, and multi-tasker; be capable of scheduling appointments and processing insurance claims, and have pedodontia experience; possess good organizational skills. We are seeking Dental Assistants who are motivated and demonstrate the willingness to learn and adapt to new situations. Dental Assistants rotate and should be available to work at any of our dental clinics. Transportation to each work site is the employee's responsibility. NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis.Some extra help positions are eligible for benefitsundertheAffordable Care Act. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Examples Of Duties As an SMMCDental Assistant, you will: Prepare patients for dental treatment; Assist the dentist at chairside; Mix cements, work with composite, amalgam and impression materials; Respond to the oral hygiene needs of a low-income population; Takedigital x-rays; Respond to patient emergencies; Maintain office and equipment in a sanitary and orderly condition; Enterinformation into patient's electronic record; Triage drop-in patients; Gather and complete necessary insurance information and forms. Qualifications Knowledge of: Preparation of patients for examination. Methods of use, care and sterilization of instruments and equipment. Dental hygiene instruction and prophylaxis or coronal polish (for RDA level) Dental X-ray techniques and safety procedures. Dental terminology. Office procedures and record keeping. Skill/Ability to: Take, develop and evaluate dental X-rays. Work tactfully with patients and other personnel under stressful conditions. Respond appropriately to patient emergencies during treatment or surgery. 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 completion of a course of instruction for dental assistants. Licensure/Certification: Possession of a Certificate of examination for radiation safety from the California Board of Dental Examiners. Possession of a Certificate of completion for a course in Basic Life Support as approved by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. To qualify for the II-Level, possession of a valid California License as Registered Dental Assistant issued by the California Board of Dental Examiners. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition toour regular employment application form. A resume 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 candidate's 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. 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. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. IMPORTANT : Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. County of San Mateo is a diverse, inclusive workplace, where employees are valued and respected for their different perspectives, experiences, backgrounds, and contributions. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Wendy Young(09262018) (Dental Assistant I/II - F039/F063)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description The Manager of Distributed Energy Resource (DER) Strategy will create and implement a DER strategy for one of California's largest CCAs covering the full range of DER resources including generation, storage, and demand response. This is an exciting opportunity to increase local renewable energy usage and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the Bay Area. This person will work under the supervision of the CEO and in close collaboration with the Director of Power Resources, the Director of Energy Programs and the Director of Customer Care. The ideal candidate will have at least five - seven years of directly related experience. More information is available below and at www.peninsulacleanenergy.com . About Peninsula Clean Energy Peninsula Clean Energy (PCE) is the community choice energy program (known as a "CCA") for San Mateo County. PCE's customer base includes almost 300,000 accounts, serving a population of 765,000, with a total electrical load of almost 4 million megawatt-hours. PCE is the fifth operating CCE in California and launched in October 2016. PCE is the electricity provider for all electricity accounts in the 20 communities in San Mateo County (Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, Burlingame, Colma, Daly City, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Hillsborough, Menlo Park, Millbrae, Pacifica, Portola Valley, Redwood City, San Bruno, San Carlos, San Mateo, South San Francisco, and Woodside) as well as the unincorporated county. The city councils of each city were unanimous in their support for joining PCE. Examples Of Duties PCE has a goal to meet 100% of our customer's load with renewable energy by 2025. PCE expects implementation of DERs to play a significant role in meeting this goal. The Manager of DER Strategy will create a distributed generation strategy and launch procurement efforts to develop opportunities to employ DERs in San Mateo County. The Manager of DER Strategy will work closely with key internal and external stakeholders (including developers, technology providers, site hosts, regulators, and board members), coordinate local community-based renewable/GHG-free energy projects, and participate in Board of Directors meetings as well as community events. The Manager of DER Strategy is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with these key stakeholder groups, and for communicating PCE's central messages consistently. The salary for this position is commensurate with experience. Peninsula Clean Energy also offers competitive benefits. Qualifications Experience/Education Education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in business, economics, engineering, environmental planning or a related field and a minimum of five to seven years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities described above including working at a project developer, on DER programs in the utility industry, and/or with a CCA program. Master's degree in business administration is desirable. Experience and Knowledge: Direct experience designing and developing DER installations including evaluating site locations, estimating system output, analyzing costs and benefits, and familiarity with interconnection policies and procedures, and DER system design. Deeply familiar with the DER landscape including DER technologies, contracting structures, local, state, and federal policy, funding sources and opportunities, and best practices for procurement design and implementation. Existing relationships with a significant number of DER stakeholders, developers and decision makers. A successful history developing new business, including identifying opportunities, building partnerships, developing proposals, and executing projects to completion with well-thought-out scopes of work and budgets. Knowledge of power purchase agreement structures, general terms and conditions and excellent negotiation skills. Experience writing or responding to Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and other procurement processes for renewable energy projects. Experience building financial models to evaluate and analyze the costs and benefits of different renewable energy structures, including PPAs, leases, and ownership models. Familiarity with energy efficiency, demand response, energy storage, microgrids, and distributed generation; willingness to work with subject matter experts. Understanding of regulatory requirements and opportunities including the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), California Energy Commission (CEC), the California Independent System Operator (CAISO), the Department of Energy (DOE), as well as others. Ability to: Produce exceptional written products with strong logistical and quantitative analysis. Deliver excellent public speaking across diverse audiences. Exercise sound judgment, creative problem solving, effective dispute resolution, and commercial awareness. Manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and quickly adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced dynamic environment. Take responsibility and work independently, as well as coordinate team efforts. Be thorough and detail-oriented; demonstrate patience, tact, and courtesy. Work as needed to attend evening and weekend meetings and presentations. Travel throughout the region to attend meetings and functions. Establish and maintain effective, professional working relationships with customers, commercial partners, PCE staff team, Citizens Advisory Committee, and Board of Directors. Work with intermediate and advance MS Office functions, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Work with tools including Gantt charts and project management tools, CRMs and other advanced project tools. Be part of a team of committed people. Supervisory Responsibilities No direct supervisory role anticipated at this time, but this could change as PCE grows over time. Application/Examination Submit applications to: hr@peninsulacleanenergy.com with a subject line: "Manager DER Strategy: Your Name" The application must include: Cover Letter Resume Responses to the four Supplemental Questions listed below Supplemental Questions Please describe how your education and experience have prepared you for this position, and how the position fits into your career goals and aspirations. Specifically, describe your experience and / or knowledge of procuring or developing distributed generation projects. Describe how you would evaluate the viability and value of a proposed DER project. Please describe your experience in developing feed-in tariffs, solar programs, and/or other innovative wholesale or retail-based energy programs. In this position, you will be part of a small, but growing, team of professionals. Describe your experience working as part of a team and indicate how you add value to the team. If you have managed or supervised employees, please describe that experience as well.
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description The Manager of Distributed Energy Resource (DER) Strategy will create and implement a DER strategy for one of California's largest CCAs covering the full range of DER resources including generation, storage, and demand response. This is an exciting opportunity to increase local renewable energy usage and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the Bay Area. This person will work under the supervision of the CEO and in close collaboration with the Director of Power Resources, the Director of Energy Programs and the Director of Customer Care. The ideal candidate will have at least five - seven years of directly related experience. More information is available below and at www.peninsulacleanenergy.com . About Peninsula Clean Energy Peninsula Clean Energy (PCE) is the community choice energy program (known as a "CCA") for San Mateo County. PCE's customer base includes almost 300,000 accounts, serving a population of 765,000, with a total electrical load of almost 4 million megawatt-hours. PCE is the fifth operating CCE in California and launched in October 2016. PCE is the electricity provider for all electricity accounts in the 20 communities in San Mateo County (Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, Burlingame, Colma, Daly City, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Hillsborough, Menlo Park, Millbrae, Pacifica, Portola Valley, Redwood City, San Bruno, San Carlos, San Mateo, South San Francisco, and Woodside) as well as the unincorporated county. The city councils of each city were unanimous in their support for joining PCE. Examples Of Duties PCE has a goal to meet 100% of our customer's load with renewable energy by 2025. PCE expects implementation of DERs to play a significant role in meeting this goal. The Manager of DER Strategy will create a distributed generation strategy and launch procurement efforts to develop opportunities to employ DERs in San Mateo County. The Manager of DER Strategy will work closely with key internal and external stakeholders (including developers, technology providers, site hosts, regulators, and board members), coordinate local community-based renewable/GHG-free energy projects, and participate in Board of Directors meetings as well as community events. The Manager of DER Strategy is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with these key stakeholder groups, and for communicating PCE's central messages consistently. The salary for this position is commensurate with experience. Peninsula Clean Energy also offers competitive benefits. Qualifications Experience/Education Education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in business, economics, engineering, environmental planning or a related field and a minimum of five to seven years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities described above including working at a project developer, on DER programs in the utility industry, and/or with a CCA program. Master's degree in business administration is desirable. Experience and Knowledge: Direct experience designing and developing DER installations including evaluating site locations, estimating system output, analyzing costs and benefits, and familiarity with interconnection policies and procedures, and DER system design. Deeply familiar with the DER landscape including DER technologies, contracting structures, local, state, and federal policy, funding sources and opportunities, and best practices for procurement design and implementation. Existing relationships with a significant number of DER stakeholders, developers and decision makers. A successful history developing new business, including identifying opportunities, building partnerships, developing proposals, and executing projects to completion with well-thought-out scopes of work and budgets. Knowledge of power purchase agreement structures, general terms and conditions and excellent negotiation skills. Experience writing or responding to Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and other procurement processes for renewable energy projects. Experience building financial models to evaluate and analyze the costs and benefits of different renewable energy structures, including PPAs, leases, and ownership models. Familiarity with energy efficiency, demand response, energy storage, microgrids, and distributed generation; willingness to work with subject matter experts. Understanding of regulatory requirements and opportunities including the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), California Energy Commission (CEC), the California Independent System Operator (CAISO), the Department of Energy (DOE), as well as others. Ability to: Produce exceptional written products with strong logistical and quantitative analysis. Deliver excellent public speaking across diverse audiences. Exercise sound judgment, creative problem solving, effective dispute resolution, and commercial awareness. Manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and quickly adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced dynamic environment. Take responsibility and work independently, as well as coordinate team efforts. Be thorough and detail-oriented; demonstrate patience, tact, and courtesy. Work as needed to attend evening and weekend meetings and presentations. Travel throughout the region to attend meetings and functions. Establish and maintain effective, professional working relationships with customers, commercial partners, PCE staff team, Citizens Advisory Committee, and Board of Directors. Work with intermediate and advance MS Office functions, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Work with tools including Gantt charts and project management tools, CRMs and other advanced project tools. Be part of a team of committed people. Supervisory Responsibilities No direct supervisory role anticipated at this time, but this could change as PCE grows over time. Application/Examination Submit applications to: hr@peninsulacleanenergy.com with a subject line: "Manager DER Strategy: Your Name" The application must include: Cover Letter Resume Responses to the four Supplemental Questions listed below Supplemental Questions Please describe how your education and experience have prepared you for this position, and how the position fits into your career goals and aspirations. Specifically, describe your experience and / or knowledge of procuring or developing distributed generation projects. Describe how you would evaluate the viability and value of a proposed DER project. Please describe your experience in developing feed-in tariffs, solar programs, and/or other innovative wholesale or retail-based energy programs. In this position, you will be part of a small, but growing, team of professionals. Describe your experience working as part of a team and indicate how you add value to the team. If you have managed or supervised employees, please describe that experience as well.
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description San Mateo Medical Center is seeking qualified andexperienced Ambulatory Care Nurses for its outpatient clinics. Under direction, Ambulatory Care Nurses perform professional nursing duties for outpatient clinic patients; treat and educate patients, their families and the public about various medical conditions; record medical histories and symptoms; perform diagnostic tests and analyze results; operate medical machinery; administer treatment and medications; assist with patient follow-up and rehabilitation; and perform other duties as assigned and required by the assigned clinical setting. This journey level Nurse is fully competent to independently perform a full range of professional nursing duties and procedures that require the exercise of a high degree of clinical judgment. Incumbents also provide lead direction to other nursing and paraprofessional personnel. In addition, Ambulatory Care Nurses assigned to community clinics provide preventive care and treat patients with a variety of illnesses and injuries. The ideal candidate is a licensed Registered Nurse with at least one year of health care work experience preferred, ideally as a Registered Nurse (RN); is skilled in case management and triage assessment; knowledgeable in care coordination; experienced in medication reconciliation; has worked with the underserved population and on interdisciplinary teams. Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred .The ideal candidate is also a critical thinker,fast learner and thrives in a dynamic environment. Computer literacy, prior experience withelectronic medical records (E-Clinical Works preferred) andregistries strongly preferred, as well as flexibility to work nights and weekends. About San Mateo Medical Center San Mateo Medical Center is part of the County of San Mateo Health System and is located in San Mateo County, California, just south of San Francisco. We have clinics located around the County where we currently have full- and part-time opportunities to be part of a care team providing continuity care. Our clinics are located in San Mateo (Edison Clinic, Innovative Care Clinic, Medical Specialty Clinic, OB/GYN Clinic, and Surgical Specialty Clinic), Redwood City (Fair Oaks Health Center and Sequoia Teen Wellness Center), Daly City (Daly City Health Center and Daly City Youth Health Center), South San Francisco (South San Francisco Health Center), and Half Moon Bay (Coastside Clinic). For more information regarding our clinics and services provided at each location, click here . We anticipate using the list created from this recruitment to fill current and future extra help, limited term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.These positions may be assigned to any of our locations throughout the County. Extra-help assignments are at-will and the employee is paid on an hourly basis. Some extra help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra-help workers are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the extra-help assignment. Term or limited term positions are at-will positions. Limited Term Employees are assigned to assignments not to exceed three years. They receive medical and dental benefits, similar to regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan. The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Unclassified positions are at-willand render services on a temporary basis for a specified project.Benefits are equal to classified employees in the same job classification, but are not covered by Civil Service Rules. However, the eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Salary $54.98 - $64.98 Hourly $4,398.40 - $5,198.40 Biweekly $9,529.87 - $11,263.20 Monthly Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Complete patient assessments and triage, record patient histories, symptoms and observations. Establish and implement nursing care plans for each patient through assessment, development, activation and evaluation. Participate in patient case conferences and rounds. Organize, assign and supervise duties and responsibilities of other staff members as a team leader; orient and teach new staff members of the nursing team and students. Perform nursing care following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures. Identify problems, assist in data gathering, propose solutions and participate in evaluation of quality assurance issues. Care coordination of patient centered care based on evidenced based guidelines (Patient Centered Medical Home); coordinate based on patients' health care needs and treatment recommendations to establish and maintain a plan of care, jointly created and managed by patients, family, and care team. Participate in educational programs to maintain level of expertise. Participate in non-clinical assignments, which may include maintaining records, preparing reports and/or serving on special committees. Maintain records and prepare reports. Operate a variety of medical machinery and equipment. Administer treatment and medications. Maintain knowledge of outpatient resources. Develop discharge plans for patients. Perform related duties as assigned and as required by assigned work setting, as described below. Provide preventive care and/or treatment to patients in a community or specialty clinic with a variety of conditions, illnesses and/or injuries. Check vital signs, give injections, provide wound care and perform catheterization and Point of Care Testing. Ensure patients preference, goals, and experiences are communicated to primary care provider, and working with various specialty disciplines as needed. Prepare educational materials, facilitate transitions, connect with community, and align resources with population needs. Run immunization clinics, blood drives, and public seminars, as required. Manage, monitor and adjust doses based on protocols and physician instructions. Perform phlebotomy. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of: Nurse Practice Act. Current nursing and related medical theory and skills necessary to administer nursing care within assigned clinical setting. Safety and infection control practices. Clinical systems, supplies and equipment. Skill/Ability to: Nurse Practice Act. Perform nursing procedures required for assigned clinical setting. Comply with clinical procedures and policies. Maintain professional nurse-patient relationships. Communicate with and educate patients, families, and the public who come from a diverse background. Work harmoniously with other personnel. Follow safety practices. Assist in the instruction of other nursing and paraprofessional personnel. Bend, kneel and squat as needed. Occasionally use upper extremities to exert force to push and pull patients/objects weighing up to 50 pounds or more. Work in a busy environment. Licensure/Certification: Possession of a California license as a Registered Nurse or equivalent and a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Some positions may require possession of an Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form . The examination will consist ofa scored evaluation of relevant training and experience (weight: 100%) based solely on the responses to the supplemental questions. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. IMPORTANT : Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the 'Apply Online' button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. Final Filing Date : Open until filled San Mateo County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Analyst:Carolyn Burns (060617) (Ambulatory Care Nurse- F014)
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description San Mateo Medical Center is seeking qualified andexperienced Ambulatory Care Nurses for its outpatient clinics. Under direction, Ambulatory Care Nurses perform professional nursing duties for outpatient clinic patients; treat and educate patients, their families and the public about various medical conditions; record medical histories and symptoms; perform diagnostic tests and analyze results; operate medical machinery; administer treatment and medications; assist with patient follow-up and rehabilitation; and perform other duties as assigned and required by the assigned clinical setting. This journey level Nurse is fully competent to independently perform a full range of professional nursing duties and procedures that require the exercise of a high degree of clinical judgment. Incumbents also provide lead direction to other nursing and paraprofessional personnel. In addition, Ambulatory Care Nurses assigned to community clinics provide preventive care and treat patients with a variety of illnesses and injuries. The ideal candidate is a licensed Registered Nurse with at least one year of health care work experience preferred, ideally as a Registered Nurse (RN); is skilled in case management and triage assessment; knowledgeable in care coordination; experienced in medication reconciliation; has worked with the underserved population and on interdisciplinary teams. Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred .The ideal candidate is also a critical thinker,fast learner and thrives in a dynamic environment. Computer literacy, prior experience withelectronic medical records (E-Clinical Works preferred) andregistries strongly preferred, as well as flexibility to work nights and weekends. About San Mateo Medical Center San Mateo Medical Center is part of the County of San Mateo Health System and is located in San Mateo County, California, just south of San Francisco. We have clinics located around the County where we currently have full- and part-time opportunities to be part of a care team providing continuity care. Our clinics are located in San Mateo (Edison Clinic, Innovative Care Clinic, Medical Specialty Clinic, OB/GYN Clinic, and Surgical Specialty Clinic), Redwood City (Fair Oaks Health Center and Sequoia Teen Wellness Center), Daly City (Daly City Health Center and Daly City Youth Health Center), South San Francisco (South San Francisco Health Center), and Half Moon Bay (Coastside Clinic). For more information regarding our clinics and services provided at each location, click here . We anticipate using the list created from this recruitment to fill current and future extra help, limited term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.These positions may be assigned to any of our locations throughout the County. Extra-help assignments are at-will and the employee is paid on an hourly basis. Some extra help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra-help workers are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the extra-help assignment. Term or limited term positions are at-will positions. Limited Term Employees are assigned to assignments not to exceed three years. They receive medical and dental benefits, similar to regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan. The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Unclassified positions are at-willand render services on a temporary basis for a specified project.Benefits are equal to classified employees in the same job classification, but are not covered by Civil Service Rules. However, the eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Salary $54.98 - $64.98 Hourly $4,398.40 - $5,198.40 Biweekly $9,529.87 - $11,263.20 Monthly Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Complete patient assessments and triage, record patient histories, symptoms and observations. Establish and implement nursing care plans for each patient through assessment, development, activation and evaluation. Participate in patient case conferences and rounds. Organize, assign and supervise duties and responsibilities of other staff members as a team leader; orient and teach new staff members of the nursing team and students. Perform nursing care following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures. Identify problems, assist in data gathering, propose solutions and participate in evaluation of quality assurance issues. Care coordination of patient centered care based on evidenced based guidelines (Patient Centered Medical Home); coordinate based on patients' health care needs and treatment recommendations to establish and maintain a plan of care, jointly created and managed by patients, family, and care team. Participate in educational programs to maintain level of expertise. Participate in non-clinical assignments, which may include maintaining records, preparing reports and/or serving on special committees. Maintain records and prepare reports. Operate a variety of medical machinery and equipment. Administer treatment and medications. Maintain knowledge of outpatient resources. Develop discharge plans for patients. Perform related duties as assigned and as required by assigned work setting, as described below. Provide preventive care and/or treatment to patients in a community or specialty clinic with a variety of conditions, illnesses and/or injuries. Check vital signs, give injections, provide wound care and perform catheterization and Point of Care Testing. Ensure patients preference, goals, and experiences are communicated to primary care provider, and working with various specialty disciplines as needed. Prepare educational materials, facilitate transitions, connect with community, and align resources with population needs. Run immunization clinics, blood drives, and public seminars, as required. Manage, monitor and adjust doses based on protocols and physician instructions. Perform phlebotomy. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of: Nurse Practice Act. Current nursing and related medical theory and skills necessary to administer nursing care within assigned clinical setting. Safety and infection control practices. Clinical systems, supplies and equipment. Skill/Ability to: Nurse Practice Act. Perform nursing procedures required for assigned clinical setting. Comply with clinical procedures and policies. Maintain professional nurse-patient relationships. Communicate with and educate patients, families, and the public who come from a diverse background. Work harmoniously with other personnel. Follow safety practices. Assist in the instruction of other nursing and paraprofessional personnel. Bend, kneel and squat as needed. Occasionally use upper extremities to exert force to push and pull patients/objects weighing up to 50 pounds or more. Work in a busy environment. Licensure/Certification: Possession of a California license as a Registered Nurse or equivalent and a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Some positions may require possession of an Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form . The examination will consist ofa scored evaluation of relevant training and experience (weight: 100%) based solely on the responses to the supplemental questions. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. IMPORTANT : Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the 'Apply Online' button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. Final Filing Date : Open until filled San Mateo County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Analyst:Carolyn Burns (060617) (Ambulatory Care Nurse- F014)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description NOTE: This recruitment schedule was amended on January 14, 2019 to extend the closing date. Final Closing Date will be January 28, 2019. Please see the updated tentative recruitment schedule below. The County of San Mateo's Code Compliance Unit in the Department of Planning and Buildingis seekinga transformative leader with experience in relationship building, mentorship, and succession planning. As a role model, the Senior Code Compliance Officer will encourage staff to excel and be proud of the unit's accomplishments. He or she will assist in the effort to support the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County using a customer-focused educational approach with sensitivity and compassion. Currently, onefull time permanent position is available. The County of San Mateo The County of San Mateo is located on a scenic peninsula between San Francisco and the Silicon Valley, offering a wide range of recreational pursuits, economic opportunities and numerous attractions. The 700,000 residents of the County enjoy a diverse, multi-cultural citizenry, cosmopolitan ambiance, temperate climate, clean air, rural open space, and a geographical location in the heart of the San Francisco peninsula. The Code Compliance Unit The Code Compliance Unit is well regarded for its efforts to maintain and improve the quality of life in the North Fair Oaks Neighborhood of unincorporated Redwood City. In recent years, staff is proud of instituting several significant changes to expand and improve services offered, including the installation of cameras to help eliminate dumping, the adoption of strong remedies for illegal dumping and a tenant relocation program where landlords can be mandated to pay for relocation when tenants are displaced due to code violations.Additionally, the well-rounded diverse cohesive team is responsible for handlingcomplaints ranging from planning, building and land use codes. The types of complaints received, include, but are not limited to,unpermittedconstruction, unsafe living conditions, hoarding, and illegal dumping. Opportunities and Challenges The new Senior Code Compliance Officer will have the unique opportunity to address many challenges including: Developing leadership practices that support staff in development, recommend improvements to policies and procedures and receive the support needed to carry out and be positively engaged in their work on behalf of the people of North Fair Oaks. Continuing to deepen the organization's effectiveness by improving civic awareness and participation thru education and community outreach. Continuing to promote the role of the people that live, work and play in North Fair Oaks. Working in a highly visible and collaborative role in partnership with the County Manager's office, the Board of Supervisors, Planning, Building, Fire, Environmental Health, and the Sheriff's Office, and others as needed. Partner with other community leaders, other public agencies, residents and county departments in the planning and problem-solving related to the needs expressed by the residents of North Fair Oaks. Report to the Code Compliance Manager and provide vision, team leadership, relationship building and mentorship to a staff of two or more. Create and implement community events, including a neighborhood cleanup project. As a role model, the Senior Code Compliance Officer will encourage staff to excel and be proud of the section's accomplishments. He or she will assist in the effort to support the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County using a customer-focused educational approach with sensitivity and compassion. Currently, one full time permanent position is available. This position will serve and lead the compliance efforts in the North Fair Oaks Community. North Fair Oaks is a vibrant, diverse community in the unincorporated area of San Mateo County. The Code Compliance Division works cooperatively with The County's Office of Community Affairs to partner with residents, businesses and community members to enhance the quality of life for those who live and work in the community. The Senior Code Compliance Officer assigned to this area will be vital to the program's success, and may be required to work night and weekend shifts. The Ideal Candidate for the Senior Code Compliance Officer will be: A dynamic leader who can establish effective partnerships with the multi-cultural community, contractors, consumers and staff and who is open to continuing to develop his/her leadership practice. Astute in resolving controversial issues in a participatory and inclusive manner A strategic change agent. An excellent problem solver who takes a servant leader approach to supporting each level of the organization. An approachable and politically astute supervisor that fosters trust, loyalty, respect ad partnership. Charged with creating a high-functioning, collaborative, customer-focused team. A trustworthy, fair, and approachable leader who provides clear direction and support to staff and customers with a "can do" attitude. Experienced with, and the skill and ability to use theAccelaLand Management system. An organized, innovative communicator and problem solver possessing the excellent oral and written skills necessary to make excellent and effective presentations. Proficient in Spanish (This language skill is highly desirable, but is not required for this position). Qualifications 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 two years of experience in a position involving policy or procedural compliance in a public service atmosphere. Knowledge of: Supervisory principles and practices; local and state laws, ordinances and codes regulating building construction, zoning, health and fire safety; safety and fire prevention methods; research and statistical methods and sources of data; mathematical principles, tools and practices; techniques, symbols, and language used in planning, drafting, and mapping. Skill/Ability to: Mentor and develop a high functioning team, organize and facilitate public meetings; develop and implement a wide range of technical and administrative policies, practices and procedures; conduct research including gathering, interpreting and presenting data; reach conclusions, develop defensible recommendations and formulate feasible policy and procedures; supervise staff effectively; interpret and appropriately apply laws, codes and regulations; negotiate and obtain agreements; work independently and as a member of a professional and technical team; coordinate an enforcement program or public service function; recognize the key importance of customers and their unique situations in problem resolution and information giving situations; work cooperatively and effectively with the public and co-workers; produce comprehensive, clear and concise reports, memos, letters and staff reports which are accurately researched, focused on essential information, reflect an appropriate level of analysis, and demonstrate objectivity; explain policy and procedures to the public and staff; type and perform general data entry functions. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. CurrentCounty of San MateoandCounty of San MateoSuperior Court of Californiaemployees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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 .The examination process will consist of an application screening based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions.Candidates who pass the application screening (weight: pass/fail) 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. ~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~ Final Filing Date: January 28, 2019 by 11:59 pm Screening: Week of January 28, 2019 Panel Interviews: February 13, 2019 IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the " Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. 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 Countyis an Equal Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Lucy Fung (12202018) (Senior Code Compliance Officer - ExemptR006)
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description NOTE: This recruitment schedule was amended on January 14, 2019 to extend the closing date. Final Closing Date will be January 28, 2019. Please see the updated tentative recruitment schedule below. The County of San Mateo's Code Compliance Unit in the Department of Planning and Buildingis seekinga transformative leader with experience in relationship building, mentorship, and succession planning. As a role model, the Senior Code Compliance Officer will encourage staff to excel and be proud of the unit's accomplishments. He or she will assist in the effort to support the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County using a customer-focused educational approach with sensitivity and compassion. Currently, onefull time permanent position is available. The County of San Mateo The County of San Mateo is located on a scenic peninsula between San Francisco and the Silicon Valley, offering a wide range of recreational pursuits, economic opportunities and numerous attractions. The 700,000 residents of the County enjoy a diverse, multi-cultural citizenry, cosmopolitan ambiance, temperate climate, clean air, rural open space, and a geographical location in the heart of the San Francisco peninsula. The Code Compliance Unit The Code Compliance Unit is well regarded for its efforts to maintain and improve the quality of life in the North Fair Oaks Neighborhood of unincorporated Redwood City. In recent years, staff is proud of instituting several significant changes to expand and improve services offered, including the installation of cameras to help eliminate dumping, the adoption of strong remedies for illegal dumping and a tenant relocation program where landlords can be mandated to pay for relocation when tenants are displaced due to code violations.Additionally, the well-rounded diverse cohesive team is responsible for handlingcomplaints ranging from planning, building and land use codes. The types of complaints received, include, but are not limited to,unpermittedconstruction, unsafe living conditions, hoarding, and illegal dumping. Opportunities and Challenges The new Senior Code Compliance Officer will have the unique opportunity to address many challenges including: Developing leadership practices that support staff in development, recommend improvements to policies and procedures and receive the support needed to carry out and be positively engaged in their work on behalf of the people of North Fair Oaks. Continuing to deepen the organization's effectiveness by improving civic awareness and participation thru education and community outreach. Continuing to promote the role of the people that live, work and play in North Fair Oaks. Working in a highly visible and collaborative role in partnership with the County Manager's office, the Board of Supervisors, Planning, Building, Fire, Environmental Health, and the Sheriff's Office, and others as needed. Partner with other community leaders, other public agencies, residents and county departments in the planning and problem-solving related to the needs expressed by the residents of North Fair Oaks. Report to the Code Compliance Manager and provide vision, team leadership, relationship building and mentorship to a staff of two or more. Create and implement community events, including a neighborhood cleanup project. As a role model, the Senior Code Compliance Officer will encourage staff to excel and be proud of the section's accomplishments. He or she will assist in the effort to support the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County using a customer-focused educational approach with sensitivity and compassion. Currently, one full time permanent position is available. This position will serve and lead the compliance efforts in the North Fair Oaks Community. North Fair Oaks is a vibrant, diverse community in the unincorporated area of San Mateo County. The Code Compliance Division works cooperatively with The County's Office of Community Affairs to partner with residents, businesses and community members to enhance the quality of life for those who live and work in the community. The Senior Code Compliance Officer assigned to this area will be vital to the program's success, and may be required to work night and weekend shifts. The Ideal Candidate for the Senior Code Compliance Officer will be: A dynamic leader who can establish effective partnerships with the multi-cultural community, contractors, consumers and staff and who is open to continuing to develop his/her leadership practice. Astute in resolving controversial issues in a participatory and inclusive manner A strategic change agent. An excellent problem solver who takes a servant leader approach to supporting each level of the organization. An approachable and politically astute supervisor that fosters trust, loyalty, respect ad partnership. Charged with creating a high-functioning, collaborative, customer-focused team. A trustworthy, fair, and approachable leader who provides clear direction and support to staff and customers with a "can do" attitude. Experienced with, and the skill and ability to use theAccelaLand Management system. An organized, innovative communicator and problem solver possessing the excellent oral and written skills necessary to make excellent and effective presentations. Proficient in Spanish (This language skill is highly desirable, but is not required for this position). Qualifications 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 two years of experience in a position involving policy or procedural compliance in a public service atmosphere. Knowledge of: Supervisory principles and practices; local and state laws, ordinances and codes regulating building construction, zoning, health and fire safety; safety and fire prevention methods; research and statistical methods and sources of data; mathematical principles, tools and practices; techniques, symbols, and language used in planning, drafting, and mapping. Skill/Ability to: Mentor and develop a high functioning team, organize and facilitate public meetings; develop and implement a wide range of technical and administrative policies, practices and procedures; conduct research including gathering, interpreting and presenting data; reach conclusions, develop defensible recommendations and formulate feasible policy and procedures; supervise staff effectively; interpret and appropriately apply laws, codes and regulations; negotiate and obtain agreements; work independently and as a member of a professional and technical team; coordinate an enforcement program or public service function; recognize the key importance of customers and their unique situations in problem resolution and information giving situations; work cooperatively and effectively with the public and co-workers; produce comprehensive, clear and concise reports, memos, letters and staff reports which are accurately researched, focused on essential information, reflect an appropriate level of analysis, and demonstrate objectivity; explain policy and procedures to the public and staff; type and perform general data entry functions. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. CurrentCounty of San MateoandCounty of San MateoSuperior Court of Californiaemployees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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 .The examination process will consist of an application screening based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions.Candidates who pass the application screening (weight: pass/fail) 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. ~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~ Final Filing Date: January 28, 2019 by 11:59 pm Screening: Week of January 28, 2019 Panel Interviews: February 13, 2019 IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the " Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. 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 Countyis an Equal Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Lucy Fung (12202018) (Senior Code Compliance Officer - ExemptR006)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description Journey level Stationary Engineer II are responsible for a wide variety of repair and maintenance work in the areas of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, emergency power systems, boiler equipment and piping repair, Building Automation systems,and miscellaneous equipment repair. In addition to the knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position, the ideal candidate will have: At least three years of journey level experience as a Stationary Engineer. Extensive knowledge and experience working with HVAC systems. The ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a variety of equipment including air conditioning, electric motors, heating units, heat pumps, light commercial furnaces, burners, intake and exhaust fans, economizers and humidifiers is essential. Experience in energy management and computer controlled systems is highly desired. Typical duties include: operating, performing preventive maintenance on chillers, boilers, pumps, motors. Maintaining and repairing electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, heating, air conditioning and ventilating systems; maintaining and repairing boiler equipment; repairing and replacing pipes, fittings and other equipment used in plumbing and gas and steam systems; repairing portable and stationary machinery and appliances; working with emergency power systems; and using hand and power tools. The current vacancies arein the Facilities Maintenance and Operations Section of the Public Works Department. Locations include Redwood City Government Center, Youth Services Center, and the Maple Street Correctional Facility. NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Qualifications License: Valid CA driver license or equivalent. Some positions may require the successful candidate to acquire certification in Freon recovery and Backflow Prevention Testerwithin six months of employment. Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way of qualifying is journey level status as a stationary engineer and demonstrated proficiency in maintaining, installing and repairing electrical, HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration and power equipment in a large building, plant or vessel. Experience in energy management and computer controlled systems is highly desired. Knowledge of: Common safety practices in the workplace; heating and electrical equipment; principles and techniques used in stationary engineering; proper and safe use of basic hand tools; basic arithmetic for measuring, calibrating and estimating; steam and gas fired heating systems; refrigeration equipment; ventilating and air-conditioning equipment; electrical, plumbing and refrigeration systems; controls and control systems; freon recovery procedures and equipment; emergency power systems; and water treatment systems. Skill/Ability to: Follow safety practices; troubleshoot, repair, replace, regulate and control electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, heating, air conditioning and ventilating systems; determine and estimate materials required for a job and prepare requisitions; use hand and power tools; make metal parts and equipment; perform minor carpentry and painting tasks; follow oral and written instructions; communicate effectively and tactfully with customers and others; read and interpret plans; prepare and maintain accurate maintenance records; lift and carry materials, supplies and equipment; climb ladders; and crawl in tight spaces. Other Requirements: Must be willing to work evening, weekend and alternate shifts. Must successfully obtain and maintain a security clearance as a condition of employment. Application/Examination Continuous Recruitment: This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/Term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the 'Apply Online' button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to the standard County employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. The examination process will consist of a written test (weight: pass/fail) and a performance test (weight: 100%).Applicants must pass thewritten testto be invited to the performance test. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense. ~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~ Final Filing Date: TBD Written Test: TBD Performance Exam (tentative): TBD At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Christina Chan(06182018) (Stationary Engineer II - T040)
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description Journey level Stationary Engineer II are responsible for a wide variety of repair and maintenance work in the areas of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, emergency power systems, boiler equipment and piping repair, Building Automation systems,and miscellaneous equipment repair. In addition to the knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position, the ideal candidate will have: At least three years of journey level experience as a Stationary Engineer. Extensive knowledge and experience working with HVAC systems. The ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a variety of equipment including air conditioning, electric motors, heating units, heat pumps, light commercial furnaces, burners, intake and exhaust fans, economizers and humidifiers is essential. Experience in energy management and computer controlled systems is highly desired. Typical duties include: operating, performing preventive maintenance on chillers, boilers, pumps, motors. Maintaining and repairing electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, heating, air conditioning and ventilating systems; maintaining and repairing boiler equipment; repairing and replacing pipes, fittings and other equipment used in plumbing and gas and steam systems; repairing portable and stationary machinery and appliances; working with emergency power systems; and using hand and power tools. The current vacancies arein the Facilities Maintenance and Operations Section of the Public Works Department. Locations include Redwood City Government Center, Youth Services Center, and the Maple Street Correctional Facility. NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Qualifications License: Valid CA driver license or equivalent. Some positions may require the successful candidate to acquire certification in Freon recovery and Backflow Prevention Testerwithin six months of employment. Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way of qualifying is journey level status as a stationary engineer and demonstrated proficiency in maintaining, installing and repairing electrical, HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration and power equipment in a large building, plant or vessel. Experience in energy management and computer controlled systems is highly desired. Knowledge of: Common safety practices in the workplace; heating and electrical equipment; principles and techniques used in stationary engineering; proper and safe use of basic hand tools; basic arithmetic for measuring, calibrating and estimating; steam and gas fired heating systems; refrigeration equipment; ventilating and air-conditioning equipment; electrical, plumbing and refrigeration systems; controls and control systems; freon recovery procedures and equipment; emergency power systems; and water treatment systems. Skill/Ability to: Follow safety practices; troubleshoot, repair, replace, regulate and control electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, heating, air conditioning and ventilating systems; determine and estimate materials required for a job and prepare requisitions; use hand and power tools; make metal parts and equipment; perform minor carpentry and painting tasks; follow oral and written instructions; communicate effectively and tactfully with customers and others; read and interpret plans; prepare and maintain accurate maintenance records; lift and carry materials, supplies and equipment; climb ladders; and crawl in tight spaces. Other Requirements: Must be willing to work evening, weekend and alternate shifts. Must successfully obtain and maintain a security clearance as a condition of employment. Application/Examination Continuous Recruitment: This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/Term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the 'Apply Online' button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to the standard County employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. The examination process will consist of a written test (weight: pass/fail) and a performance test (weight: 100%).Applicants must pass thewritten testto be invited to the performance test. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense. ~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~ Final Filing Date: TBD Written Test: TBD Performance Exam (tentative): TBD At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Christina Chan(06182018) (Stationary Engineer II - T040)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description The Sheriff's Office, Officeof Emergency Services (OES)is seeking a forward thinking and strategic Emergency Services Manager tomanage the activities of the Sheriff's OES. The County of San MateoSheriff's Office has over800 sworn and civilian personnel who provide various law enforcement services to all cities within County of San Mateo, including contract police services for the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board (CalTrain), the County of San MateoTransit District (SamTrans), the City of San Carlos, Millbrae, Half Moon Bay,County Service Area Threeand the towns of Woodside and Portola Valley. In addition, the Sheriff also provides investigative services to the San Francisco International Airport. The successful candidate will be tasked with planning, directing and evaluating the effectiveness a comprehensive County-wide emergency services management and related programs. While managing a staff of approximately eight professionals, the incumbent will work collaboratively with County Departments and 20municipalities in accordance with the Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS). Duties include, but are not limited to, coordinating emergency planning, hazard mitigation and preparedness activities, coordinating mutual aid servicesand coordinating the Joint Powers Agreement (JPA). The ideal candidate will have: Knowledge of principles and practices associated with organizing, planning, managing, and supervising resources and personnel; An understanding of Federal, State, and local emergency services organizations, program, and objectives; An ability to collaborate, plan, and implement strategic emergency services plans for County of San Mateo and the region; Experience in effective public speaking for a variety of audiences; Excellent written communication skills with experience in proposal, report, and grant writing; A proven ability to work with a variety of emergency service disciplines including police services, fire services and emergency medical personnel; A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in emergency management or a related field. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Plan, direct, monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of comprehensive County-wide emergency services and programs, including needs assessment, program design and regulatory enforcement. Direct, coordinate, and participate in the development and implementation of program goals, objectives, policies, procedures and priorities that balance both mandated services and community needs. Act as liaison between the senior level management, advisory boards and commissions, regulatory bodies and program staff to ensure that all appropriate policies and guidelines are followed, and that programs are funded with adequate resources to maintain mandated and expected levels of service. Maintain an effective working relationship with a variety of public and private organizations, including other County departments and agencies. Respond to emergency events as needed and coordinate Office of Emergency Services resources and personnel. Consult with other emergency services managers on relevant issues; develop alternative strategies for dealing with community needs and assist in the implementation of solutions as necessary. Conduct or participate in negotiating contracts with outside vendors, consultants or organizations; monitor and evaluate fiscal and legal liability of same. Act as advocate and spokesperson in the community in support of emergency preparedness and response programs and services; interpret, explain, and direct the coordination and importance of such programs within the community. Prepare, administer and monitor the program budget to ensure the accomplishment of program and service objectives within budget restrictions. Provide highly complex staff assistance to senior level management and related commissions and advisory boards on program issues. Prepare detailed written reports, policies, procedures and contracts. Select, supervise, train and evaluate managerial, professional, technical and clerical subordinates. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications 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: Three years of experience in a health, social or community services organization, including at least two years of significant responsibility for one or more of the following: program and budget development, funding, utilization, coordination of community resources or program evaluation. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of public administration, and program management, including planning, implementation and evaluation. Principles and methods of community and social services including current trends in education, research, training, treatment, intervention, rehabilitation, or related issues. Laws, codes and regulations governing social and community service programs, and knowledge of County, state and federal legislative developments applicable to contemporary program or service issues. Organizational and fiscal management within a multi-faceted, community-based program setting. Community resources and public/private services and funding sources. Skill/Ability to: Identify and analyze complex socioeconomic issues and problems. Plan, organize, and coordinate programs and services on a comprehensive, county-wide level to meet community needs. Integrate a variety of activities and services to achieve program goals, objectives, and priorities. Apply principles and techniques of community organization. Speak effectively to diverse audiences, including client, professional, civic and citizen groups. Maintain cooperative working relationships with other program managers and staff, other agencies and the community; enlist and mobilize community support for programs. Prepare complex and detailed written reports, program policies, procedures and contracts. Train staff and coordinate activities of contractors, volunteer groups and staff. Other Requirements : Pass a detailed background investigation conducted by the Sheriff's Office prior to appointment. Application/Examination Departmental Promotional Only. Only current County of San Mateo employees in theSheriff's Officewith at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date may apply. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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 County of San Mateo, 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 Online " button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Final Filing Date: January 22, 2019 Application Screening:Week of January 28, 2019 Panel Interviews: February 13 and/or February 14, 2019 At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Analyst:Mandy Singh(01092019) (Program Services Manager II- D088)
Jan 09, 2019
Full Time
Description The Sheriff's Office, Officeof Emergency Services (OES)is seeking a forward thinking and strategic Emergency Services Manager tomanage the activities of the Sheriff's OES. The County of San MateoSheriff's Office has over800 sworn and civilian personnel who provide various law enforcement services to all cities within County of San Mateo, including contract police services for the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board (CalTrain), the County of San MateoTransit District (SamTrans), the City of San Carlos, Millbrae, Half Moon Bay,County Service Area Threeand the towns of Woodside and Portola Valley. In addition, the Sheriff also provides investigative services to the San Francisco International Airport. The successful candidate will be tasked with planning, directing and evaluating the effectiveness a comprehensive County-wide emergency services management and related programs. While managing a staff of approximately eight professionals, the incumbent will work collaboratively with County Departments and 20municipalities in accordance with the Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS). Duties include, but are not limited to, coordinating emergency planning, hazard mitigation and preparedness activities, coordinating mutual aid servicesand coordinating the Joint Powers Agreement (JPA). The ideal candidate will have: Knowledge of principles and practices associated with organizing, planning, managing, and supervising resources and personnel; An understanding of Federal, State, and local emergency services organizations, program, and objectives; An ability to collaborate, plan, and implement strategic emergency services plans for County of San Mateo and the region; Experience in effective public speaking for a variety of audiences; Excellent written communication skills with experience in proposal, report, and grant writing; A proven ability to work with a variety of emergency service disciplines including police services, fire services and emergency medical personnel; A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in emergency management or a related field. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Plan, direct, monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of comprehensive County-wide emergency services and programs, including needs assessment, program design and regulatory enforcement. Direct, coordinate, and participate in the development and implementation of program goals, objectives, policies, procedures and priorities that balance both mandated services and community needs. Act as liaison between the senior level management, advisory boards and commissions, regulatory bodies and program staff to ensure that all appropriate policies and guidelines are followed, and that programs are funded with adequate resources to maintain mandated and expected levels of service. Maintain an effective working relationship with a variety of public and private organizations, including other County departments and agencies. Respond to emergency events as needed and coordinate Office of Emergency Services resources and personnel. Consult with other emergency services managers on relevant issues; develop alternative strategies for dealing with community needs and assist in the implementation of solutions as necessary. Conduct or participate in negotiating contracts with outside vendors, consultants or organizations; monitor and evaluate fiscal and legal liability of same. Act as advocate and spokesperson in the community in support of emergency preparedness and response programs and services; interpret, explain, and direct the coordination and importance of such programs within the community. Prepare, administer and monitor the program budget to ensure the accomplishment of program and service objectives within budget restrictions. Provide highly complex staff assistance to senior level management and related commissions and advisory boards on program issues. Prepare detailed written reports, policies, procedures and contracts. Select, supervise, train and evaluate managerial, professional, technical and clerical subordinates. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications 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: Three years of experience in a health, social or community services organization, including at least two years of significant responsibility for one or more of the following: program and budget development, funding, utilization, coordination of community resources or program evaluation. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of public administration, and program management, including planning, implementation and evaluation. Principles and methods of community and social services including current trends in education, research, training, treatment, intervention, rehabilitation, or related issues. Laws, codes and regulations governing social and community service programs, and knowledge of County, state and federal legislative developments applicable to contemporary program or service issues. Organizational and fiscal management within a multi-faceted, community-based program setting. Community resources and public/private services and funding sources. Skill/Ability to: Identify and analyze complex socioeconomic issues and problems. Plan, organize, and coordinate programs and services on a comprehensive, county-wide level to meet community needs. Integrate a variety of activities and services to achieve program goals, objectives, and priorities. Apply principles and techniques of community organization. Speak effectively to diverse audiences, including client, professional, civic and citizen groups. Maintain cooperative working relationships with other program managers and staff, other agencies and the community; enlist and mobilize community support for programs. Prepare complex and detailed written reports, program policies, procedures and contracts. Train staff and coordinate activities of contractors, volunteer groups and staff. Other Requirements : Pass a detailed background investigation conducted by the Sheriff's Office prior to appointment. Application/Examination Departmental Promotional Only. Only current County of San Mateo employees in theSheriff's Officewith at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date may apply. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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 County of San Mateo, 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 Online " button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Final Filing Date: January 22, 2019 Application Screening:Week of January 28, 2019 Panel Interviews: February 13 and/or February 14, 2019 At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Analyst:Mandy Singh(01092019) (Program Services Manager II- D088)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description NOTE: This recruitment schedule was amended onJanuary 17, 2019to extend the closing date. Final Closing Date will be January 24, 2019. Are you ready toenhance your career in IT with a purpose? If so, the County of San Mateo's Department of Public Works(DPW) has an exciting opportunity for you to bring your technical skills, willingness to learn, and eagerness to help others! We are seeking a multi-disciplined, technically, and analytically strong Senior Information Technology Analyst (Sr ITA) to be one of the leads of our Business Systems & Support (BSS) team. As one of the leads of the Business Systems & Support (BSS) team, the incumbent will have the opportunitytoworkwithusers and BSS team to provide new and innovative ideas to meet the information technology needs of DPW. The role will require building strong working relationships and providing excellent customer service with all levels ofwithin the County, including executives, management and line staff in order to coordinate the efforts of department resources. Additionally, this position is a multi-faceted role that provides complex technical analytical support to department information systems in the following general areas: application support, database/reporting, infrastructure/server/network support, anddesktop support. The Sr ITA may serve as project lead on system installation and/or software application support projects; and/or oversees the work of Information Technology Analysts and/or Technicians in a lead capacity. Join Our Team! The Department of Public Works is unique by being one of the few departments in the County of San Mateo to have its own internal IT unit.BSS is a small group of dedicated IT staff who are responsible for a wide-range of roles in Information Technology: from managing core IT functions to providing GIS support to handling access control. Working in BSS, staff have the opportunity to learn and work with many different aspects of technology including: desktop support, enterprise application support, design/ implement/ maintain server and network infrastructure, creating GIS maps and spatial applications, internet/ intranet web design and support, databases, and even some programming opportunities.We are a team that values teamwork, positivity, customer service, and collaboration! The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following characteristics and experience: Have at leastfouryears of experience successfully performing technical and analytical duties to support automated system operations and relatedsoftwareapplications. A multi-role analyst who has the ability to be very technical and be a long range, strategic thinker. Strong experience in supporting Enterprise level applications. Experience with IT project planning and management. Knowledge ofITILService Management and IT best practices andperformancemeasures. Strong knowledge of normalized databases; SQL queries and statements. Knowledge of server virtualization concepts and implementation. Knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, and user permissions. Knowledge of network concepts in a production/enterprise level; Wi-Fi technologies in a production/enterprise environment. Have thorough knowledge of computer software and hardware and a variety of internet applications, networks and operating systems. Have great troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and have the ability and interest to quickly master new technologies and computer applications. Be a problem solver with strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to effectively communicate with diverse groups. Occasional on-call duties may be required. Examples of Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Enterprise Applications Support major Department applications such as Cost Accounting and Asset Management. Database Support Department databases in the following database systems: SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL,and MS Access. Web technologies Manage and oversee public facing Internet and internal Intranet site using Drupal and SharePoint. Desktop Support Provide desktop support to department employees. Assist in troubleshoot printer issues. Reporting Aid in creating/modifying reports using the following programs: Crystal Reports, Microsoft BI, and SQL Server Reporting. Additional Desired Responsibilities (not needed, but plus to have): Cloud Infrastructure Assist with deploying file/backup infrastructure to cloud. Infrastructure Manage Department server infrastructure using virtualization technology (VMWare). Provide general networking support. NOTE: The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill other future vacancies. Qualifications Knowledge of : Methods and techniques used in troubleshooting and maintaining computer hardware and software applications. Programming languages and operating systems. Data organization and access methods in automated systems. Operational characteristics of various hardware platforms, peripheral equipment and desktop applications, presentation graphics, client/server applications, communications protocols and intranet/internet. Record keeping and filing principles and practices. Job planning and prioritizing techniques for self and others. Principles and practices of leadership and mentoring. For the applications support area Operations, purposes, and functions of the application being supported. Information needs and requirements of the systems users. For the database administration support area Database design, implementation, maintenance, and integration techniques. Database troubleshooting and recovery procedures. Database and data dictionary concepts, database file structures, and operating system interfaces. Quality control methods used to assure data accuracy and integrity. For the server/production support area Server and mid-range computer hardware and software in use in the department and related communications systems. For the desktop support area Computer networks and systems, their operation, support, development and migration. Computer hardware and software products in use on the department and across the industry. Skill/Ability to: Provide advanced technical and analytical support to multiple users of broad based applications. Respond effectively to user problems and needs. Analyze operational and systems problems, evaluate alternatives and reach sound conclusions. Evaluate, recommend, develop, implement, test and install software applications. Monitor, troubleshoot and maintain local area networks and local portions of wide area networks. Organize work, set priorities for self and others and meet critical deadlines. Use initiative and sound independent judgment within established procedural guidelines to support automation systems. Prepare clear, concise and accurate documentation, instructions, correspondence and other written materials. Maintain accurate records and files. Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with both technical and non-technical personnel. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. 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: Education: Graduation from a four-year college or equivalent technical certification with coursework in computer science, information systems or closely related field. Experience: Two years of full-time experience successfully performing technical and analytical duties to support automated system operations and related software applications. Physical Requirements Walks, sits and reaches by extending hands and arms in any direction on a consistent and daily basis; stoops, kneels, crouches, and crawls on an occasional basis. Uses finger dexterity to pick, pinch and type; grasps objects with fingers and palms; and perceives attributes of objects by touch on a consistent and daily basis. Communicates verbally by listening and talking on a consistent and daily basis. Dependent upon assignment, frequently uses upper extremities to exert force to push and pull objects weighing up to75 pounds and frequently lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds. Note: Individuals who do not meet these physical requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. CurrentCounty of San MateoandCounty of San MateoSuperior Court of Californiaemployees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition toour regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. ~Tentative Recruitment~ Final Filing Date: January 24, 2019 Screening: January 29, 2019 Panel Interviews: February 12 and/or 13, 2019 San Mateo County is an Equal Opportunity Employer HRContact: Christina Chan(010419) (Senior Information Technology Analyst - V234)
Jan 15, 2019
Full Time
Description NOTE: This recruitment schedule was amended onJanuary 17, 2019to extend the closing date. Final Closing Date will be January 24, 2019. Are you ready toenhance your career in IT with a purpose? If so, the County of San Mateo's Department of Public Works(DPW) has an exciting opportunity for you to bring your technical skills, willingness to learn, and eagerness to help others! We are seeking a multi-disciplined, technically, and analytically strong Senior Information Technology Analyst (Sr ITA) to be one of the leads of our Business Systems & Support (BSS) team. As one of the leads of the Business Systems & Support (BSS) team, the incumbent will have the opportunitytoworkwithusers and BSS team to provide new and innovative ideas to meet the information technology needs of DPW. The role will require building strong working relationships and providing excellent customer service with all levels ofwithin the County, including executives, management and line staff in order to coordinate the efforts of department resources. Additionally, this position is a multi-faceted role that provides complex technical analytical support to department information systems in the following general areas: application support, database/reporting, infrastructure/server/network support, anddesktop support. The Sr ITA may serve as project lead on system installation and/or software application support projects; and/or oversees the work of Information Technology Analysts and/or Technicians in a lead capacity. Join Our Team! The Department of Public Works is unique by being one of the few departments in the County of San Mateo to have its own internal IT unit.BSS is a small group of dedicated IT staff who are responsible for a wide-range of roles in Information Technology: from managing core IT functions to providing GIS support to handling access control. Working in BSS, staff have the opportunity to learn and work with many different aspects of technology including: desktop support, enterprise application support, design/ implement/ maintain server and network infrastructure, creating GIS maps and spatial applications, internet/ intranet web design and support, databases, and even some programming opportunities.We are a team that values teamwork, positivity, customer service, and collaboration! The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following characteristics and experience: Have at leastfouryears of experience successfully performing technical and analytical duties to support automated system operations and relatedsoftwareapplications. A multi-role analyst who has the ability to be very technical and be a long range, strategic thinker. Strong experience in supporting Enterprise level applications. Experience with IT project planning and management. Knowledge ofITILService Management and IT best practices andperformancemeasures. Strong knowledge of normalized databases; SQL queries and statements. Knowledge of server virtualization concepts and implementation. Knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, and user permissions. Knowledge of network concepts in a production/enterprise level; Wi-Fi technologies in a production/enterprise environment. Have thorough knowledge of computer software and hardware and a variety of internet applications, networks and operating systems. Have great troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and have the ability and interest to quickly master new technologies and computer applications. Be a problem solver with strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to effectively communicate with diverse groups. Occasional on-call duties may be required. Examples of Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Enterprise Applications Support major Department applications such as Cost Accounting and Asset Management. Database Support Department databases in the following database systems: SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL,and MS Access. Web technologies Manage and oversee public facing Internet and internal Intranet site using Drupal and SharePoint. Desktop Support Provide desktop support to department employees. Assist in troubleshoot printer issues. Reporting Aid in creating/modifying reports using the following programs: Crystal Reports, Microsoft BI, and SQL Server Reporting. Additional Desired Responsibilities (not needed, but plus to have): Cloud Infrastructure Assist with deploying file/backup infrastructure to cloud. Infrastructure Manage Department server infrastructure using virtualization technology (VMWare). Provide general networking support. NOTE: The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill other future vacancies. Qualifications Knowledge of : Methods and techniques used in troubleshooting and maintaining computer hardware and software applications. Programming languages and operating systems. Data organization and access methods in automated systems. Operational characteristics of various hardware platforms, peripheral equipment and desktop applications, presentation graphics, client/server applications, communications protocols and intranet/internet. Record keeping and filing principles and practices. Job planning and prioritizing techniques for self and others. Principles and practices of leadership and mentoring. For the applications support area Operations, purposes, and functions of the application being supported. Information needs and requirements of the systems users. For the database administration support area Database design, implementation, maintenance, and integration techniques. Database troubleshooting and recovery procedures. Database and data dictionary concepts, database file structures, and operating system interfaces. Quality control methods used to assure data accuracy and integrity. For the server/production support area Server and mid-range computer hardware and software in use in the department and related communications systems. For the desktop support area Computer networks and systems, their operation, support, development and migration. Computer hardware and software products in use on the department and across the industry. Skill/Ability to: Provide advanced technical and analytical support to multiple users of broad based applications. Respond effectively to user problems and needs. Analyze operational and systems problems, evaluate alternatives and reach sound conclusions. Evaluate, recommend, develop, implement, test and install software applications. Monitor, troubleshoot and maintain local area networks and local portions of wide area networks. Organize work, set priorities for self and others and meet critical deadlines. Use initiative and sound independent judgment within established procedural guidelines to support automation systems. Prepare clear, concise and accurate documentation, instructions, correspondence and other written materials. Maintain accurate records and files. Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with both technical and non-technical personnel. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. 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: Education: Graduation from a four-year college or equivalent technical certification with coursework in computer science, information systems or closely related field. Experience: Two years of full-time experience successfully performing technical and analytical duties to support automated system operations and related software applications. Physical Requirements Walks, sits and reaches by extending hands and arms in any direction on a consistent and daily basis; stoops, kneels, crouches, and crawls on an occasional basis. Uses finger dexterity to pick, pinch and type; grasps objects with fingers and palms; and perceives attributes of objects by touch on a consistent and daily basis. Communicates verbally by listening and talking on a consistent and daily basis. Dependent upon assignment, frequently uses upper extremities to exert force to push and pull objects weighing up to75 pounds and frequently lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds. Note: Individuals who do not meet these physical requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. CurrentCounty of San MateoandCounty of San MateoSuperior Court of Californiaemployees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition toour regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. ~Tentative Recruitment~ Final Filing Date: January 24, 2019 Screening: January 29, 2019 Panel Interviews: February 12 and/or 13, 2019 San Mateo County is an Equal Opportunity Employer HRContact: Christina Chan(010419) (Senior Information Technology Analyst - V234)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo, is seeking bright, collaborative, energetic, well qualified candidates, with a "Can-Do" disposition for the position of Collaborative Courts Coordinator . Under general direction, the Collaborative Courts Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the activities, policy and program support, and successful operation of the Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo's collaborative courts.The Coordinator is also responsible for working with judicial officers, court staff, and staff of county justice agencies to ensure the successful operation of the various collaborative courts, including Pathways Mental Health Court, Bridges Treatment Court, Drug Court, Veterans Court, Military Diversion Court, 1370 Court, and Restitution Court. Examples Of Duties Work with the collaborative courts judges and support their leadership role by coordinating collaborative court program activities. Provide judicial officers with administrative and technical support to increase operational functioning of each of the collaborative court programs; Use professional judgment by working independently when necessary and advising collaborative court judges when appropriate. Work with Court management, staff, and justice partners to calendar and coordinate court case referrals to the appropriate collaborative court. Coordinate stakeholder collaborative court workgroup to include County justice partners (District Attorney, Private Defender Program, Probation Department, Sheriff's Department, Behavioral Health and Recovery Services). Develop and maintain collaborative court program manuals. Provide the collaborative court judges and stakeholder agencies with program related information. Coordinate program documentation, data collection and data flow process development. Research data collection models and using national collaborative court data collection standards, develop San Mateo Court model for tracking defendant enrollment, probation violation, program completion, and recidivism rates. Prepare monthly data reports on drug court and behavioral health court cases that describe outcomes; Provide JCC and granting agencies with quarterly program progress reports as requested. Develop San Mateo Collaborative Court Program informational materials and update as necessary. Develop and maintain content for collaborative court web page on the court's web site. Identify national and state collaborative court judicial education programs for use by judicial officers and collaborative justice partners. Research trends in collaborative court programs and treatment; Disseminate information and provide updates to judiciary and program partners. Oversee San Mateo collaborative court grants and reporting. Coordinate applications for state and national collaborative court grants. Work with Court's Policy Analyst to research grant opportunities and assist with writing proposals with support from Court management. Evaluate programs for effectiveness and efficiency. Extract data from existing data collection sources for reporting and program analysis; Collaborate with court staff and partner agencies to supplement data. Analyze data to understand program trends and to support policy changes. Work closely with the staff of State Judicial Council to determine most current data gathering tools, including cost/benefit analysis. Ensure program sustainability for all collaborative court programs. Coordinate the court's forensic evaluation process. Qualifications 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: A baccalaureate degree in social sciences, communications, economics, business administration, public administration, and/or course work in the field of criminal justice, and Two years of progressively responsible professional work experience in fieldwork or case management experience, to include project or program case management in the fields of addictions, human/family services, health services, or public safety. Two years of experience related to collaborative justice programs is preferred. Up to two years of the education requirement may be substituted, on a year for year basis, with additional related experience. Up to two years of the experience requirement may be substituted, by an advanced degree in law, public administration, social work, business administration, psychology, or communications. Knowledge of: Project management and coordination Program evaluation methodologies Research and information gathering techniques Statistical methods and analysis Collaborative Justice programs, such as drug diversion programs, alcohol or substance abuse treatment programs, and behavioral health alternatives Ability to: Work effectively in a team environment Work effectively with the Court's collaborative justice partners Advise judicial officers on a variety of related issues with confidence and reliability Organize and present ideas and recommendations both orally and in writing Gather, organize, and assess large amounts of data; determine appropriate data for extraction and analysis Write comprehensive and compelling reports, in a timely manner Operate a computer and use appropriate software in the performance of analytical work Effectively represent the Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo, with justice partners, the public, other Court staff, and other government agencies as a knowledgeable and competent resource Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships Typical Working Conditions Work is performed in an office and meeting room environment; with continuous contact with judicial officers, other governmental agencies and social service agencies, management staff, other staff, and the public. Physical Requirements Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift, move and transport objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and facsimile. Must be able to travel within San Mateo and occasionally travel to other locations throughout the state for related meetings. Application/Examination Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Courtemployees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. Responses to the Supplemental Questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment Application Form. Failure to submit supplemental responses will result in the removal of your application from the process. (Please be complete, yet concise, in your responses. The information contained in your responses will be used in the application screening process.) The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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%), which may include a written and/or performance exercise(s). 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 County of San Mateo, 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 above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE: Final Filing Date: January 28, 2019 at 11:50 p.m., PST Applicant Screening: Week of February 4, 2019 Panel Interviews: Week of February 18, 2019 The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and weencourage applications from candidates who will contribute to our diversity. Note: Although the County is conducting the recruitment with the Superior Court, this position is not a County position. Analyst: Mandy Singh (01142019) (Collaborative Courts Coordinator - X119)
Jan 15, 2019
Full Time
Description The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo, is seeking bright, collaborative, energetic, well qualified candidates, with a "Can-Do" disposition for the position of Collaborative Courts Coordinator . Under general direction, the Collaborative Courts Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the activities, policy and program support, and successful operation of the Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo's collaborative courts.The Coordinator is also responsible for working with judicial officers, court staff, and staff of county justice agencies to ensure the successful operation of the various collaborative courts, including Pathways Mental Health Court, Bridges Treatment Court, Drug Court, Veterans Court, Military Diversion Court, 1370 Court, and Restitution Court. Examples Of Duties Work with the collaborative courts judges and support their leadership role by coordinating collaborative court program activities. Provide judicial officers with administrative and technical support to increase operational functioning of each of the collaborative court programs; Use professional judgment by working independently when necessary and advising collaborative court judges when appropriate. Work with Court management, staff, and justice partners to calendar and coordinate court case referrals to the appropriate collaborative court. Coordinate stakeholder collaborative court workgroup to include County justice partners (District Attorney, Private Defender Program, Probation Department, Sheriff's Department, Behavioral Health and Recovery Services). Develop and maintain collaborative court program manuals. Provide the collaborative court judges and stakeholder agencies with program related information. Coordinate program documentation, data collection and data flow process development. Research data collection models and using national collaborative court data collection standards, develop San Mateo Court model for tracking defendant enrollment, probation violation, program completion, and recidivism rates. Prepare monthly data reports on drug court and behavioral health court cases that describe outcomes; Provide JCC and granting agencies with quarterly program progress reports as requested. Develop San Mateo Collaborative Court Program informational materials and update as necessary. Develop and maintain content for collaborative court web page on the court's web site. Identify national and state collaborative court judicial education programs for use by judicial officers and collaborative justice partners. Research trends in collaborative court programs and treatment; Disseminate information and provide updates to judiciary and program partners. Oversee San Mateo collaborative court grants and reporting. Coordinate applications for state and national collaborative court grants. Work with Court's Policy Analyst to research grant opportunities and assist with writing proposals with support from Court management. Evaluate programs for effectiveness and efficiency. Extract data from existing data collection sources for reporting and program analysis; Collaborate with court staff and partner agencies to supplement data. Analyze data to understand program trends and to support policy changes. Work closely with the staff of State Judicial Council to determine most current data gathering tools, including cost/benefit analysis. Ensure program sustainability for all collaborative court programs. Coordinate the court's forensic evaluation process. Qualifications 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: A baccalaureate degree in social sciences, communications, economics, business administration, public administration, and/or course work in the field of criminal justice, and Two years of progressively responsible professional work experience in fieldwork or case management experience, to include project or program case management in the fields of addictions, human/family services, health services, or public safety. Two years of experience related to collaborative justice programs is preferred. Up to two years of the education requirement may be substituted, on a year for year basis, with additional related experience. Up to two years of the experience requirement may be substituted, by an advanced degree in law, public administration, social work, business administration, psychology, or communications. Knowledge of: Project management and coordination Program evaluation methodologies Research and information gathering techniques Statistical methods and analysis Collaborative Justice programs, such as drug diversion programs, alcohol or substance abuse treatment programs, and behavioral health alternatives Ability to: Work effectively in a team environment Work effectively with the Court's collaborative justice partners Advise judicial officers on a variety of related issues with confidence and reliability Organize and present ideas and recommendations both orally and in writing Gather, organize, and assess large amounts of data; determine appropriate data for extraction and analysis Write comprehensive and compelling reports, in a timely manner Operate a computer and use appropriate software in the performance of analytical work Effectively represent the Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo, with justice partners, the public, other Court staff, and other government agencies as a knowledgeable and competent resource Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships Typical Working Conditions Work is performed in an office and meeting room environment; with continuous contact with judicial officers, other governmental agencies and social service agencies, management staff, other staff, and the public. Physical Requirements Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift, move and transport objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and facsimile. Must be able to travel within San Mateo and occasionally travel to other locations throughout the state for related meetings. Application/Examination Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Courtemployees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. Responses to the Supplemental Questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment Application Form. Failure to submit supplemental responses will result in the removal of your application from the process. (Please be complete, yet concise, in your responses. The information contained in your responses will be used in the application screening process.) The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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%), which may include a written and/or performance exercise(s). 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 County of San Mateo, 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 above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE: Final Filing Date: January 28, 2019 at 11:50 p.m., PST Applicant Screening: Week of February 4, 2019 Panel Interviews: Week of February 18, 2019 The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and weencourage applications from candidates who will contribute to our diversity. Note: Although the County is conducting the recruitment with the Superior Court, this position is not a County position. Analyst: Mandy Singh (01142019) (Collaborative Courts Coordinator - X119)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description The San Mateo County Health - San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) is seeking two highly-qualified Social Worker III's - Discharge Planner to provide highly skilled, intensive discharge planning and case management to individuals and their families, and provide casework consultation within SMMC and to outside agencies. The current vacancies are: one Extra Help vacancy, and one Full-Time Limited Term vacancy. The work location is222 West 39th Avenue,San Mateo, CA 94403. The Social Worker III's will support the San Mateo Medical Center to provide services related to discharge planning/case management on various units of the hospital, including the Medical/Surgical unit, Intensive Care Unit, Acute Psychiatry unit, Long Term Care unit, Emergency Room, Psychiatric Emergency Services, and Clinics. This includes needs assessment, assistance in financial resource management, crisis management, service delivery planning and follow up, and referrals to public, community-based services and programs. The candidate should be familiar with the rules and regulations governing skilled nursing and assisted living facilities. The ideal candidate will have direct experience working in a hospital setting performing discharge planning, including appropriate documentation in accordance with all Medicare and Medi-Cal regulations, and should be experienced working with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and LEAN principles. The ideal candidate will be: An experienced social worker with the ability to plan and execute complex treatment plans in a community- or hospital-based setting. Experienced working with geriatric patients (65 years of age and older). Knowledgeable of the systems of care related to older adults, mental health, substance abuse, developmental delay, pediatrics, primary care, palliative care, chronic illnesses, and dialysis. Able to work independently with little supervision and demonstrates a high degree of initiative. Knowledgeable of county housing resources, their requirements for eligibility, and other community services such as IHSS, MSSP, and Linkages. Knowledgeable about County benefit and entitlement programs. Experienced and comfortable working with the following populations: multi-cultural, homeless, chronic diseases, end-of-life, mental health, domestic violence, parolees, and substance abuse disorders. Able to accurately assess for signs of adult and child abuse and be a mandated reporter. Able to work in a politically-charged environment under high degrees of stress and meet all deadlines. Able to develop effective and positive working relationships with community partners such as Aging and Adult Services and Behavioral Health and Recovery Services. An effective communicator to a broad range of stakeholders, including MD's, nurses, conservators, health advocates, families, and patients. Able to remain calm during crisis situations and perform emergency crisis counseling for families and patients as needed. Experienced documenting in an Electronic Medical Record(EMR). Able to communicate clearly and concisely. NOTE - For the Extra Help position: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis.Some extra help positions are eligible for benefitsundertheAffordable Care Act. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. NOTE - For the Limited Term position: This is a limited term, at-will position. Limited Term Employees are assigned to assignments not to exceed three years. They receive medical and dental benefits, similar to regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan. The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Information for current county employees: Current and regular San MateoCounty Employees who are interested in the Limited Term assignment must submit an application and compete inthe recruitment process.If you are successful in the recruitment and are being considered for the assignment, HRwill work directly with you and/or your department for options.Please notethat there is no guarantee that you will be allowed by your department to rotate into this assignment nor are your departments obligated to allow you to take on this assignment. The salary range for this position is "as is" and non-negotiable. NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Provide information and assistance to geriatric patients of San Mateo Medical Center. Conduct initial screenings for patients and develop appropriate discharge/service plans to address identified issues. Provide skilled casework services to patients and their families. Schedule and conduct family care conference meetings for patients and families needing short-term case management. Coordinate referrals, both internal and external, as part of the social service plan. Follow up on referrals and document outcomes as well as completion of items. Provide crisis intervention to patients and their families. Assist patients in meeting a variety of emergency needs, including financial, housing, and emotional crises. Assist patients with applications and securing of private and public benefits. Gather and maintain current information on community resources, and disseminate this information to patients and staff. Maintain case files utilizing the electronic medical record. Work with the hospital's multidisciplinary team of staff to identify and address barriers to care, participate in quality assurance efforts such as outcome analysis, chart reviews, and patient and staff satisfaction efforts, and assist with maintenance of Center policies. Document interactions with patients/clients in eClinicalWorks (eCW). Be a member of the Palliative Care Team. Work in the emergency room or any other areas in the hospital that social workers cover. Qualifications Knowledge of: Theories of human behavior and their practical applications; psycho-social, medical, and economic interrelationships that result in individual and social abnormalities; philosophy and function of social work systems; appropriate utilization of a variety of social resources; and laws, rules and regulations governing the operation of social work agencies, specifically those relating to the specific areas of assignment. Skill/Ability to: Formulating, developing and implementing treatment plans; working effectively with persons differing in value systems, ethnicity, cultural backgrounds and psychopathologies; working with a variety of social resources to plan and coordinate services to individual clients; acting as a consultant and trainer to other social service staff; and preparing clear and concise reports. Licensure/Certification: California class C driver license or equivalent. Education: Satisfactory completion of 36 semester units of Social Welfare and/or appropriate behavioral science courses. Experience: Three years' experience performing duties comparable to those of a Social Worker II or higher in San Mateo County. Substitution: Possession of a Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of Social Work and two years' experience performing duties comparable to those of a Social Worker II or higher in San Mateo County. Application/Examination This is an extra-help/limited term recruitment. Anyone may apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition toour regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. ~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~ Final Filing Date: January 28, 2019 11:59 PM Application Screening: Week of February 4, 2019 Combined Civil Service and DepartmentInterviews: Week of February 11 and/or February 18, 2019 Our diverse workforce is at the core of our public service mission. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Wendy Young (011419) (Social Worker III - G096)
Jan 15, 2019
Full Time
Description The San Mateo County Health - San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) is seeking two highly-qualified Social Worker III's - Discharge Planner to provide highly skilled, intensive discharge planning and case management to individuals and their families, and provide casework consultation within SMMC and to outside agencies. The current vacancies are: one Extra Help vacancy, and one Full-Time Limited Term vacancy. The work location is222 West 39th Avenue,San Mateo, CA 94403. The Social Worker III's will support the San Mateo Medical Center to provide services related to discharge planning/case management on various units of the hospital, including the Medical/Surgical unit, Intensive Care Unit, Acute Psychiatry unit, Long Term Care unit, Emergency Room, Psychiatric Emergency Services, and Clinics. This includes needs assessment, assistance in financial resource management, crisis management, service delivery planning and follow up, and referrals to public, community-based services and programs. The candidate should be familiar with the rules and regulations governing skilled nursing and assisted living facilities. The ideal candidate will have direct experience working in a hospital setting performing discharge planning, including appropriate documentation in accordance with all Medicare and Medi-Cal regulations, and should be experienced working with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and LEAN principles. The ideal candidate will be: An experienced social worker with the ability to plan and execute complex treatment plans in a community- or hospital-based setting. Experienced working with geriatric patients (65 years of age and older). Knowledgeable of the systems of care related to older adults, mental health, substance abuse, developmental delay, pediatrics, primary care, palliative care, chronic illnesses, and dialysis. Able to work independently with little supervision and demonstrates a high degree of initiative. Knowledgeable of county housing resources, their requirements for eligibility, and other community services such as IHSS, MSSP, and Linkages. Knowledgeable about County benefit and entitlement programs. Experienced and comfortable working with the following populations: multi-cultural, homeless, chronic diseases, end-of-life, mental health, domestic violence, parolees, and substance abuse disorders. Able to accurately assess for signs of adult and child abuse and be a mandated reporter. Able to work in a politically-charged environment under high degrees of stress and meet all deadlines. Able to develop effective and positive working relationships with community partners such as Aging and Adult Services and Behavioral Health and Recovery Services. An effective communicator to a broad range of stakeholders, including MD's, nurses, conservators, health advocates, families, and patients. Able to remain calm during crisis situations and perform emergency crisis counseling for families and patients as needed. Experienced documenting in an Electronic Medical Record(EMR). Able to communicate clearly and concisely. NOTE - For the Extra Help position: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis.Some extra help positions are eligible for benefitsundertheAffordable Care Act. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. NOTE - For the Limited Term position: This is a limited term, at-will position. Limited Term Employees are assigned to assignments not to exceed three years. They receive medical and dental benefits, similar to regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan. The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Information for current county employees: Current and regular San MateoCounty Employees who are interested in the Limited Term assignment must submit an application and compete inthe recruitment process.If you are successful in the recruitment and are being considered for the assignment, HRwill work directly with you and/or your department for options.Please notethat there is no guarantee that you will be allowed by your department to rotate into this assignment nor are your departments obligated to allow you to take on this assignment. The salary range for this position is "as is" and non-negotiable. NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Provide information and assistance to geriatric patients of San Mateo Medical Center. Conduct initial screenings for patients and develop appropriate discharge/service plans to address identified issues. Provide skilled casework services to patients and their families. Schedule and conduct family care conference meetings for patients and families needing short-term case management. Coordinate referrals, both internal and external, as part of the social service plan. Follow up on referrals and document outcomes as well as completion of items. Provide crisis intervention to patients and their families. Assist patients in meeting a variety of emergency needs, including financial, housing, and emotional crises. Assist patients with applications and securing of private and public benefits. Gather and maintain current information on community resources, and disseminate this information to patients and staff. Maintain case files utilizing the electronic medical record. Work with the hospital's multidisciplinary team of staff to identify and address barriers to care, participate in quality assurance efforts such as outcome analysis, chart reviews, and patient and staff satisfaction efforts, and assist with maintenance of Center policies. Document interactions with patients/clients in eClinicalWorks (eCW). Be a member of the Palliative Care Team. Work in the emergency room or any other areas in the hospital that social workers cover. Qualifications Knowledge of: Theories of human behavior and their practical applications; psycho-social, medical, and economic interrelationships that result in individual and social abnormalities; philosophy and function of social work systems; appropriate utilization of a variety of social resources; and laws, rules and regulations governing the operation of social work agencies, specifically those relating to the specific areas of assignment. Skill/Ability to: Formulating, developing and implementing treatment plans; working effectively with persons differing in value systems, ethnicity, cultural backgrounds and psychopathologies; working with a variety of social resources to plan and coordinate services to individual clients; acting as a consultant and trainer to other social service staff; and preparing clear and concise reports. Licensure/Certification: California class C driver license or equivalent. Education: Satisfactory completion of 36 semester units of Social Welfare and/or appropriate behavioral science courses. Experience: Three years' experience performing duties comparable to those of a Social Worker II or higher in San Mateo County. Substitution: Possession of a Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of Social Work and two years' experience performing duties comparable to those of a Social Worker II or higher in San Mateo County. Application/Examination This is an extra-help/limited term recruitment. Anyone may apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition toour regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. ~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~ Final Filing Date: January 28, 2019 11:59 PM Application Screening: Week of February 4, 2019 Combined Civil Service and DepartmentInterviews: Week of February 11 and/or February 18, 2019 Our diverse workforce is at the core of our public service mission. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Wendy Young (011419) (Social Worker III - G096)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description County of San Mateo is seeking experienced individuals for the position of Medical Office Assistant II to provide a variety of routine to difficult medical office support for various Health SystemDivisions, including Behavioral Health and Recovery Services, Correctional Health Services, Family Health Services, Public Health Laboratory, and San Mateo Medical Center. For more information on the dutiesby division, click here . NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Act as a receptionist and receive patients and visitors; screen phone calls; take messages or make appropriate referrals; provide factual information regarding the County or specific medical unit activities and services, which may require some interpretation of rules, policies and/or procedures. Order, receive, and organize patient charts for daily appointment schedule preparation, utilization review, and varied record-keeping activities; may pull and file charts located within assigned area; review charts for necessary documentation and diagnostic test authorizations from health care staff; close patient charts as authorized. Provide for intake and registration of patients; interview patients to obtain medical information and appropriate documentation required to open patient charts. Review financial and insurance status of patient; explain treatment costs and methods of payment; perform periodic re-evaluations, re-determinations, and adjustments as necessary; collect fees, issue receipts, and balance daily monies received. Research computerized patient data to determine current status; retrieve, update, and verify information from an online or personal computer. Schedule patient appointments and prepare daily appointment schedule; schedule medical tests and procedures as assigned. Inform professional staff of lab, X-ray, and other diagnostic test results in accordance with established policies and procedures. Prepare a variety of periodic and special reports related to patient care, testing, and results, which may require the use of arithmetic calculations and the consolidation of information from various sources. Transcribe patient information histories, physical examination notes, and related patient medical information containing specialized medical terminology; type various correspondence and documentation pertaining to patient diagnosis and treatment from drafts, dictated tapes, notes, or brief instructions using a typewriter or word processor. Establish and maintain office and patient files; research and compile information from such files. Perform office support activities,suchas opening and distributing mail, processing outgoing mail, and ordering and maintaining an inventory of office supplies. Establish and maintain office and patient files; research and compile information from such files. May perform routine billing, preparation of medical procedures or test orders, scheduling of medical procedures, review and preparation of patient charts for utilization review and a variety of patient processing, documentation, and record-keeping duties, depending upon assignment. Provide off hours support as required. Perform related duties as assigned. Some positions may require rotating shift or weekend work. Must be able to push, pull, bend, and reach when retrieving and replacing heavy patient files from/to floor-to-ceiling shelving. Qualifications Knowledge of: Policies and procedures related to the outpatient, ancillary, medical records, or direct patient care area to which assigned; medical terminology as related to office support work; office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment; business letter writing and the standard format for typed materials; basic business data processing principles and the use of word processing or personal computing equipment; correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation; business arithmetic; and basic record keeping principles and practices. Skill/Ability to: Perform detailed medical office support work accurately; prioritize work and coordinate several activities; compose routine correspondence from brief instructions; use initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines; operate standard office equipment, including a word processor and computer terminal; organize and maintain accurate patient and general files and records; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work; and understand and carry out oral and written directions. Note: Specific positions may require the ability to type at a rate of 40 net words per minute from printed copy. 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:One year of journey-level experience, which required the use of medical terminology and direct contact with patients in a clinic or similar medical office setting. Application/Examination Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. CurrentCounty of SanMateoandCounty of San MateoSuperior Court of Californiaemployees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary,SEIUorAFSCMErepresented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition toour regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. 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 . Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given inCounty of San Mateo, Californiaand 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. ~RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE~ Final Filing Date: January 24, 2019 Written Exam: Saturday, February 2, 2019 At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. HR Contact:Jennifer Reyes(01112019) (Medical Office Assistant II - E417)
Jan 12, 2019
Full Time
Description County of San Mateo is seeking experienced individuals for the position of Medical Office Assistant II to provide a variety of routine to difficult medical office support for various Health SystemDivisions, including Behavioral Health and Recovery Services, Correctional Health Services, Family Health Services, Public Health Laboratory, and San Mateo Medical Center. For more information on the dutiesby division, click here . NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Act as a receptionist and receive patients and visitors; screen phone calls; take messages or make appropriate referrals; provide factual information regarding the County or specific medical unit activities and services, which may require some interpretation of rules, policies and/or procedures. Order, receive, and organize patient charts for daily appointment schedule preparation, utilization review, and varied record-keeping activities; may pull and file charts located within assigned area; review charts for necessary documentation and diagnostic test authorizations from health care staff; close patient charts as authorized. Provide for intake and registration of patients; interview patients to obtain medical information and appropriate documentation required to open patient charts. Review financial and insurance status of patient; explain treatment costs and methods of payment; perform periodic re-evaluations, re-determinations, and adjustments as necessary; collect fees, issue receipts, and balance daily monies received. Research computerized patient data to determine current status; retrieve, update, and verify information from an online or personal computer. Schedule patient appointments and prepare daily appointment schedule; schedule medical tests and procedures as assigned. Inform professional staff of lab, X-ray, and other diagnostic test results in accordance with established policies and procedures. Prepare a variety of periodic and special reports related to patient care, testing, and results, which may require the use of arithmetic calculations and the consolidation of information from various sources. Transcribe patient information histories, physical examination notes, and related patient medical information containing specialized medical terminology; type various correspondence and documentation pertaining to patient diagnosis and treatment from drafts, dictated tapes, notes, or brief instructions using a typewriter or word processor. Establish and maintain office and patient files; research and compile information from such files. Perform office support activities,suchas opening and distributing mail, processing outgoing mail, and ordering and maintaining an inventory of office supplies. Establish and maintain office and patient files; research and compile information from such files. May perform routine billing, preparation of medical procedures or test orders, scheduling of medical procedures, review and preparation of patient charts for utilization review and a variety of patient processing, documentation, and record-keeping duties, depending upon assignment. Provide off hours support as required. Perform related duties as assigned. Some positions may require rotating shift or weekend work. Must be able to push, pull, bend, and reach when retrieving and replacing heavy patient files from/to floor-to-ceiling shelving. Qualifications Knowledge of: Policies and procedures related to the outpatient, ancillary, medical records, or direct patient care area to which assigned; medical terminology as related to office support work; office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment; business letter writing and the standard format for typed materials; basic business data processing principles and the use of word processing or personal computing equipment; correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation; business arithmetic; and basic record keeping principles and practices. Skill/Ability to: Perform detailed medical office support work accurately; prioritize work and coordinate several activities; compose routine correspondence from brief instructions; use initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines; operate standard office equipment, including a word processor and computer terminal; organize and maintain accurate patient and general files and records; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work; and understand and carry out oral and written directions. Note: Specific positions may require the ability to type at a rate of 40 net words per minute from printed copy. 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:One year of journey-level experience, which required the use of medical terminology and direct contact with patients in a clinic or similar medical office setting. Application/Examination Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. CurrentCounty of SanMateoandCounty of San MateoSuperior Court of Californiaemployees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary,SEIUorAFSCMErepresented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition toour regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. 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 . Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given inCounty of San Mateo, Californiaand 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. ~RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE~ Final Filing Date: January 24, 2019 Written Exam: Saturday, February 2, 2019 At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. HR Contact:Jennifer Reyes(01112019) (Medical Office Assistant II - E417)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description The Human Services Agency (HSA) of the County of San Mateois seeking qualifiedcandidates for the position of Human Services Manager II. The current vacancy is in the Economic Self Sufficiency division of the Human ServicesAgency. Under the direct supervisionof the Director of Economic Self-Sufficiency, theHuman Services Manager II is responsible for a number of public assistance program areas includingMedi-Cal,CalFresh,CalWORKs, General Assistance, and CAPI delivered in regional offices throughout the County. Further, the position calls for the development of close, collaborative working relationships with other system of care agencies as well aswith other service providers in the County. In general, the Human Services Manager II: Plans, directs, coordinates, implements, and evaluates comprehensive social or community service programs for a multi-disciplinary human services program area that has county-wide impact. Evaluates goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and outcomes related to programs. Provides leadership and coordination to internal staff, community groups, public and private agencies, advisory boards and volunteers in planning and implementing programs. Provides highly complex staff support to senior level executives. Exercises direct and indirect supervision over managerial, professional, technical and clerical staff, including consultants and contract service provider systems. In addition to having a demonstrated record ofworking in a cooperative manner with other agencies, both public and non-profit, the successful candidate will also have a demonstrated record of establishing strong community partnerships. The Human Services Manager II will provide critical leadership and oversight to program operations, staff supervision and partner engagement. The ideal candidate will possess: A commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable individuals and families and supporting the community. A minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in the field of providing public assistance programs in the State of California. Current expertise in State/County/Federal rules and regulations including best practices related topublic assistance programs such as Medi-Cal,CalFresh, CalWORKS, and General Assistance. A Bachelor's degree in a social service, policy, public administration or related field. Experience collaborating with other departments, government agencies and community organizations. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to facilitate diverse groups of people. Superb written and oral communication skills. Strength in analyzing data to resolve problems and/or improve efficiency and outcomes. Skills in community engagement. Ability to provide effective leadership to a diverse workforce. Capability and skill necessary to support and motivate staff at all levels of the organization. A mindset that is strategic, innovative and forward thinking. Strong political acumen. NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Qualifications 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 three years of increasingly responsible experience in a social or community services organization, including significant responsibility for funding, budget development, program utilization, and/or evaluation or coordination of community resources. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of public administration, and program management, including planning, implementation, and evaluation. Principles and methods of social and community services including current trends in Medi-Cal, CalFresh, CalWorks, General Assistance, immigration, homelessness, employment, and poverty reduction. Laws, codes, and regulations governing social and community service programs, and knowledge of county, state, and federal legislative developments applicable to contemporary program or service issues. Organizational and fiscal management within a multi-faceted, community-based program setting. Community resources and public/private services and funding sources. Skill/Ability to: Identify and analyze complex socioeconomic issues and problems. Plan, direct, coordinate, implement and evaluate programs and services on a comprehensive, county-wide level to meet community needs. Integrate a variety of activities and services to achieve program goals, objectives, and priorities. Apply principles and techniques of community organization. Speak effectively to diverse audiences, including client, professional, civic and citizen groups. Maintain cooperative working relationships with other program managers and staff, other agencies and the community. Enlist and mobilize community support for programs. Prepare complex and detailed written reports, program policies, procedures and contracts. Train staff and coordinate activities of contractors, volunteer groups and staff. Application/Examination Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. CurrentCounty of San Mateoand County of San MateoSuperior Court of Californiaemployees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help, or term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition toour regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. The examination process willconsist of an application screening 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 the County San Mateo, 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. ~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~ Final Filing Date: February 7, 2019 Application Screening: February 20, 2019 Combined Panel Interview: February 27, 2019 and/or February 28, 2019 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. Analyst: Arlene Cahill(01102019)(Human Services Manager II - D091)
Jan 11, 2019
Full Time
Description The Human Services Agency (HSA) of the County of San Mateois seeking qualifiedcandidates for the position of Human Services Manager II. The current vacancy is in the Economic Self Sufficiency division of the Human ServicesAgency. Under the direct supervisionof the Director of Economic Self-Sufficiency, theHuman Services Manager II is responsible for a number of public assistance program areas includingMedi-Cal,CalFresh,CalWORKs, General Assistance, and CAPI delivered in regional offices throughout the County. Further, the position calls for the development of close, collaborative working relationships with other system of care agencies as well aswith other service providers in the County. In general, the Human Services Manager II: Plans, directs, coordinates, implements, and evaluates comprehensive social or community service programs for a multi-disciplinary human services program area that has county-wide impact. Evaluates goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and outcomes related to programs. Provides leadership and coordination to internal staff, community groups, public and private agencies, advisory boards and volunteers in planning and implementing programs. Provides highly complex staff support to senior level executives. Exercises direct and indirect supervision over managerial, professional, technical and clerical staff, including consultants and contract service provider systems. In addition to having a demonstrated record ofworking in a cooperative manner with other agencies, both public and non-profit, the successful candidate will also have a demonstrated record of establishing strong community partnerships. The Human Services Manager II will provide critical leadership and oversight to program operations, staff supervision and partner engagement. The ideal candidate will possess: A commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable individuals and families and supporting the community. A minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in the field of providing public assistance programs in the State of California. Current expertise in State/County/Federal rules and regulations including best practices related topublic assistance programs such as Medi-Cal,CalFresh, CalWORKS, and General Assistance. A Bachelor's degree in a social service, policy, public administration or related field. Experience collaborating with other departments, government agencies and community organizations. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to facilitate diverse groups of people. Superb written and oral communication skills. Strength in analyzing data to resolve problems and/or improve efficiency and outcomes. Skills in community engagement. Ability to provide effective leadership to a diverse workforce. Capability and skill necessary to support and motivate staff at all levels of the organization. A mindset that is strategic, innovative and forward thinking. Strong political acumen. NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Qualifications 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 three years of increasingly responsible experience in a social or community services organization, including significant responsibility for funding, budget development, program utilization, and/or evaluation or coordination of community resources. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of public administration, and program management, including planning, implementation, and evaluation. Principles and methods of social and community services including current trends in Medi-Cal, CalFresh, CalWorks, General Assistance, immigration, homelessness, employment, and poverty reduction. Laws, codes, and regulations governing social and community service programs, and knowledge of county, state, and federal legislative developments applicable to contemporary program or service issues. Organizational and fiscal management within a multi-faceted, community-based program setting. Community resources and public/private services and funding sources. Skill/Ability to: Identify and analyze complex socioeconomic issues and problems. Plan, direct, coordinate, implement and evaluate programs and services on a comprehensive, county-wide level to meet community needs. Integrate a variety of activities and services to achieve program goals, objectives, and priorities. Apply principles and techniques of community organization. Speak effectively to diverse audiences, including client, professional, civic and citizen groups. Maintain cooperative working relationships with other program managers and staff, other agencies and the community. Enlist and mobilize community support for programs. Prepare complex and detailed written reports, program policies, procedures and contracts. Train staff and coordinate activities of contractors, volunteer groups and staff. Application/Examination Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. CurrentCounty of San Mateoand County of San MateoSuperior Court of Californiaemployees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help, or term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition toour regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. The examination process willconsist of an application screening 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 the County San Mateo, 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. ~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~ Final Filing Date: February 7, 2019 Application Screening: February 20, 2019 Combined Panel Interview: February 27, 2019 and/or February 28, 2019 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. Analyst: Arlene Cahill(01102019)(Human Services Manager II - D091)
HUMAN SERVICES MANAGER II
Economic Self Sufficiency
County of San Mateo $9,521-$11,903/Month
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The Human Services Agency (HSA) of the County of San Mateo is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Human Services Manager II. The current vacancy is in the Economic Self Sufficiency Division of the Human Services Agency. Under the direct supervision of the Director of Economic Self Sufficiency, the Human Services Manager II is responsible for a number of public assistance program areas, including Medi-Cal, CalFresh, CalWORKs, General Assistance and CAPI delivered in regional offices throughout the County. Further, the position calls for the development of close, collaborative working relationships with other system of care agencies as well as with other service providers in the County. In general, the Human Services Manager II:
Plans, directs, coordinates, implements and evaluates comprehensive social or community service programs for a multi-disciplinary human services program area that has county-wide impact.
Evaluates goals, objectives, policies, procedures and outcomes related to programs.
Provides leadership and coordination to internal staff, community groups, public and private agencies, advisory boards and volunteers in planning and implementing programs.
Provides highly complex staff support to senior-level executives.
Exercises direct and indirect supervision over managerial, professional, technical and clerical staff, including consultants and contract service provider systems.
In addition to having a demonstrated record of working in a cooperative manner with other agencies, both public and non-profit, the successful candidate will also have a demonstrated record of establishing strong community partnerships. The Human Services Manager II will provide critical leadership and oversight to program operations, staff supervision and partner engagement. The ideal candidate will possess:
A commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable individuals and families and supporting the community. Â
A minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in the field of providing public assistance programs in the State of California.
Current expertise in State/County/Federal rules and regulations, including best practices related to public assistance programs such as Medi-Cal, CalFresh, CalWORKS and General Assistance.
A Bachelor's degree in a social service, policy, public administration or related field.
Experience collaborating with other departments, government agencies and community organizations.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to facilitate diverse groups of people.
Superb written and oral communication skills.
Strength in analyzing data to resolve problems and/or improve efficiency and outcomes.
Skills in community engagement.
Ability to provide effective leadership to a diverse workforce.
Capability and skill necessary to support and motivate staff at all levels of the organization.
A mindset that is strategic, innovative and forward thinking.
Strong political acumen.
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Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is three years of increasingly responsible experience in a social or community services organization, including significant responsibility for funding, budget development, program utilization, and/or evaluation or coordination of community resources.
Final Filing Date: February 7, 2019
To learn more about the position and to apply online, visit our website at http://jobs.smcgov.org . Applications are only accepted online. EOE
Jan 10, 2019
Full Time
HUMAN SERVICES MANAGER II
Economic Self Sufficiency
County of San Mateo $9,521-$11,903/Month
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The Human Services Agency (HSA) of the County of San Mateo is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Human Services Manager II. The current vacancy is in the Economic Self Sufficiency Division of the Human Services Agency. Under the direct supervision of the Director of Economic Self Sufficiency, the Human Services Manager II is responsible for a number of public assistance program areas, including Medi-Cal, CalFresh, CalWORKs, General Assistance and CAPI delivered in regional offices throughout the County. Further, the position calls for the development of close, collaborative working relationships with other system of care agencies as well as with other service providers in the County. In general, the Human Services Manager II:
Plans, directs, coordinates, implements and evaluates comprehensive social or community service programs for a multi-disciplinary human services program area that has county-wide impact.
Evaluates goals, objectives, policies, procedures and outcomes related to programs.
Provides leadership and coordination to internal staff, community groups, public and private agencies, advisory boards and volunteers in planning and implementing programs.
Provides highly complex staff support to senior-level executives.
Exercises direct and indirect supervision over managerial, professional, technical and clerical staff, including consultants and contract service provider systems.
In addition to having a demonstrated record of working in a cooperative manner with other agencies, both public and non-profit, the successful candidate will also have a demonstrated record of establishing strong community partnerships. The Human Services Manager II will provide critical leadership and oversight to program operations, staff supervision and partner engagement. The ideal candidate will possess:
A commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable individuals and families and supporting the community. Â
A minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in the field of providing public assistance programs in the State of California.
Current expertise in State/County/Federal rules and regulations, including best practices related to public assistance programs such as Medi-Cal, CalFresh, CalWORKS and General Assistance.
A Bachelor's degree in a social service, policy, public administration or related field.
Experience collaborating with other departments, government agencies and community organizations.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to facilitate diverse groups of people.
Superb written and oral communication skills.
Strength in analyzing data to resolve problems and/or improve efficiency and outcomes.
Skills in community engagement.
Ability to provide effective leadership to a diverse workforce.
Capability and skill necessary to support and motivate staff at all levels of the organization.
A mindset that is strategic, innovative and forward thinking.
Strong political acumen.
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Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is three years of increasingly responsible experience in a social or community services organization, including significant responsibility for funding, budget development, program utilization, and/or evaluation or coordination of community resources.
Final Filing Date: February 7, 2019
To learn more about the position and to apply online, visit our website at http://jobs.smcgov.org . Applications are only accepted online. EOE
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description The County of San Mateo Sheriff's Office is seeking highly dedicated candidates with excellent presentation and collaboration skills for the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) District Coordinator position in the Office of Emergency Services. The Sheriff's Office of Emergency Services/Homeland Security (OES) develops and coordinates preparedness and mitigation projects to ensure adequate emergency response readiness and capabilities that minimize loss of life and property in a disaster. Projects and services extended to cities participating in a joint powers agreement include hazard and emergency planning, training, emergency exercises, public and special subject education, communication services, general administration, resources coordination and field response. The incumbent will primarily focus on providing CERT training in the community. The goal is to train members of neighborhoods, communities of faith, school staff/students, businesses, scouting organizations, clubs, amateur radio emergency services and other related audiences in basic response skills. CERT members are then integrated into the emergency response capability for their area. The ideal candidate will have the following knowledge, skills, abilities and attributes: Experience with providing CERT training at various levels of the community; Possession of a Certified Emergency Management (C.E.M) certificate or have completion of FEMA Emergency Management Professional Series; Knowledge of principles and practices associated with organizing, planning, managing, and supervising resources and personnel; An understanding of federal, state and local emergency services organizations, programs and objectives; Knowledge of emergency plan development and implementation; Experience in using effective techniques in public speaking before a variety of audiences; The ability to work independently as well as in a team environment; Excellent written communication skills including experience in proposal, report and grant writing; Computer skills and a knowledge of variety of software programs; Proven ability to work with a wide variety of disciplines including police, fire, and emergency medical personnel in the field and in the office. The current vacancy is an unclassified position: Unclassified positions are at will positions and are not covered by County of San Mateo Civil Service Rules. Benefits are equal to classified employees in the same job classification. However, the eligible list generated as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill future temporary, unclassified and permanent classified vacancies. Examples Of Duties Plan and present ongoing CERT training exercises, drills, and other emergency services training programs for municipal employees and other related individuals and agencies. Assist in implementation of policies and programs of the Sheriff's Office of Emergency Services pursuant to the terms and provisions of the governing joint powers agreement. Develop, review and update emergency operational plans. Develop, review and update detailed standard operating procedures, checklists and resource documents. Compile data and prepare program papers and progress reports for the jurisdictions served. Act as information, education and/or resource officer for the jurisdictions served. Speak to civic groups, clubs and organizations to promote CERT and other emergency services programs encouraging public understanding and support. Work cooperatively with Fire Departments to encourage interaction between CERT and fire personnel and with office staff on area-wide projects and in training programs. Qualifications 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 two years of experience in a position with responsibility for assisting in program planning, development and budgeting. Knowledge of: Modern methods of organization, planning, emergency management and supervision; basic federal, state and local emergency services organizations, programs and objectives; and principles of staff training and development. Skill/Ability to: Deal cooperatively and effectively with a wide range of individuals and groups; be self-directed in terms of project identification and development; plan and direct the use of resources and personnel; and write and speak effectively. Other Requirement: Pass a detailed background investigation conducted by the Sheriff's Office prior to appointment. Participation in the Sheriff's OES on-call response rotation schedule. Application/Examination Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. Tentative Recruitment Schedule : Final Filing Date: January 22, 2019 Application Screening: Week of January 28, 2019 Panel Interview: February 11 and/or February 12, 2019 At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. HRContact: Mandy Singh (01082019) (District Coordinator Sheriff's Office of Emergency Services - B321)
Jan 09, 2019
Full Time
Description The County of San Mateo Sheriff's Office is seeking highly dedicated candidates with excellent presentation and collaboration skills for the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) District Coordinator position in the Office of Emergency Services. The Sheriff's Office of Emergency Services/Homeland Security (OES) develops and coordinates preparedness and mitigation projects to ensure adequate emergency response readiness and capabilities that minimize loss of life and property in a disaster. Projects and services extended to cities participating in a joint powers agreement include hazard and emergency planning, training, emergency exercises, public and special subject education, communication services, general administration, resources coordination and field response. The incumbent will primarily focus on providing CERT training in the community. The goal is to train members of neighborhoods, communities of faith, school staff/students, businesses, scouting organizations, clubs, amateur radio emergency services and other related audiences in basic response skills. CERT members are then integrated into the emergency response capability for their area. The ideal candidate will have the following knowledge, skills, abilities and attributes: Experience with providing CERT training at various levels of the community; Possession of a Certified Emergency Management (C.E.M) certificate or have completion of FEMA Emergency Management Professional Series; Knowledge of principles and practices associated with organizing, planning, managing, and supervising resources and personnel; An understanding of federal, state and local emergency services organizations, programs and objectives; Knowledge of emergency plan development and implementation; Experience in using effective techniques in public speaking before a variety of audiences; The ability to work independently as well as in a team environment; Excellent written communication skills including experience in proposal, report and grant writing; Computer skills and a knowledge of variety of software programs; Proven ability to work with a wide variety of disciplines including police, fire, and emergency medical personnel in the field and in the office. The current vacancy is an unclassified position: Unclassified positions are at will positions and are not covered by County of San Mateo Civil Service Rules. Benefits are equal to classified employees in the same job classification. However, the eligible list generated as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill future temporary, unclassified and permanent classified vacancies. Examples Of Duties Plan and present ongoing CERT training exercises, drills, and other emergency services training programs for municipal employees and other related individuals and agencies. Assist in implementation of policies and programs of the Sheriff's Office of Emergency Services pursuant to the terms and provisions of the governing joint powers agreement. Develop, review and update emergency operational plans. Develop, review and update detailed standard operating procedures, checklists and resource documents. Compile data and prepare program papers and progress reports for the jurisdictions served. Act as information, education and/or resource officer for the jurisdictions served. Speak to civic groups, clubs and organizations to promote CERT and other emergency services programs encouraging public understanding and support. Work cooperatively with Fire Departments to encourage interaction between CERT and fire personnel and with office staff on area-wide projects and in training programs. Qualifications 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 two years of experience in a position with responsibility for assisting in program planning, development and budgeting. Knowledge of: Modern methods of organization, planning, emergency management and supervision; basic federal, state and local emergency services organizations, programs and objectives; and principles of staff training and development. Skill/Ability to: Deal cooperatively and effectively with a wide range of individuals and groups; be self-directed in terms of project identification and development; plan and direct the use of resources and personnel; and write and speak effectively. Other Requirement: Pass a detailed background investigation conducted by the Sheriff's Office prior to appointment. Participation in the Sheriff's OES on-call response rotation schedule. Application/Examination Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: 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 Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. Tentative Recruitment Schedule : Final Filing Date: January 22, 2019 Application Screening: Week of January 28, 2019 Panel Interview: February 11 and/or February 12, 2019 At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. HRContact: Mandy Singh (01082019) (District Coordinator Sheriff's Office of Emergency Services - B321)
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description The San Mateo County Health System is seeking a dedicated and hardworking Healthy Economy Intern to join the Health Policy and Planning (HPP) team, a program within the Public Health, Policy and Planning Division. The HPP Internship Program is designed to provide work opportunities and practical learning experiences in public health, policy, planning, and research, with an emphasis in health equity and place-based primary prevention. HPP Framework: Primary Prevention & Health Equity There is a growing recognition that where we live, work, play, and go to school shape our health. HPP focuses on building healthy, equitable communities that prevent people from getting sick in the first place. HPP works to ensure all people have the opportunity for health and wellbeing and seeks to build health equity by addressing the root causes of poor health, such as the social, economic, and physical conditions around us. To achieve this goal, HPP employs expertise in policy, planning, research, equity, epidemiology, communications, and advocacy. HPP has a particular focus on supporting populations with higher rates of preventable health issues and in places with the fewest opportunities for health. HPP is currently focused on four areas of work: Stable and affordable housing: protects health and provides the ability to engage in healthy opportunities. Complete neighborhoods: make it easy for residents to be healthy every day in their own communities. High quality education: creates pathways to better health. Strong local economy: builds household financial security for all. To learn more about HPP's work visit www.gethealthysmc.org. Examples Of Duties Internship Overview: Healthy Economy Intern The focus of the internship project will be to assist Health System staff in a) researching and implementing anchor strategies to maximize institutional resources' ability to address economic determinants of health; b) exploring the health impacts of fees and fines on vulnerable residents. More specifically, the intern will work on the following tasks: Support implementation of inclusive hiring pilot project Assist staff in identifying opportunities to implement inclusive procurement policies: surveying County procurement policies, map existing assets and programs, and research model interventions Conduct research, map key stakeholders, examine best practices and develop internal documents and communication materials to help staff better understand how fees and fines impact the financial security and health of vulnerable residents Qualifications The ideal candidate will have: Background in Economic and Workforce development or community development. Understanding of the intersection between the public health and economic and workforce development fields and knowledge of principles of health equity and how place impacts health. Knowledge of community economic and workforce development policies and programs. Interest and dedication to advancing health and equity demonstrated through work experience and/or personal experience having been adversely affected by health inequities. Strong skills in data collection, data analysis and qualitative research. Ability to review technical and policy documents/publications, synthesize complex data, and identify recommendations. Strong writing skills and experience in writing policy briefs/reports. Strong communication and people skills. Strong organizations and time management skills and ability to work independently toward excellent work outcomes. Eligibility Current graduate level students and recent graduates - up to one year after graduation date - are eligible to apply. You may not be a current San Mateo County employee. Successful applicants will possess a deep passion for addressing health inequities and experience working to change them. Relevant experience may include: Personal or family experience dealing with inequitable economic, social, health and educational systems and environments. For instance: being the first in your family to attend higher-education, growing up in a low-income neighborhood, experiencing housing/financial instability, or facing racial/ethnic or other types of discrimination. Professional experience in programs that promote equity (this can be through a multitude of intervention types and variety of locations or organizations). Internship Term & Pay This HPP Internship program runs year round. The Winter/Spring Internship cycle starts immediately and runs until June 2019. The intern must commit to working between 16-20 hours per week . Reasonable timeframe adjustments can be negotiated. Current graduate students pay starts at $24.00 per hour depending on experience. Application/Examination How to Apply Complete an application by clicking on the link here . After you have filled outan application from the link,please submityour completed applicationto HPPinternship@smcgov.org with the following required attachments: Cover Letter: Please describe your interest in and qualifications for this internship in the cover letter including position you are applying for. Resume Completed application and supplemental questionnaire (see next page) The application deadline for the Winter/Spring Internship is open until filled . Only completed applications will be reviewed; please contact us if you do not receive a confirmation we received your application. If selected, you will be invited for an interview. In-person interviews are strongly preferred, but telephone interviews can be arranged if needed. Questions Rosa Torpis, Program Coordinator 225 37th Avenue, 1st Floor, San Mateo, CA 94403 Telephone: (650) 573-2462 E-mail: hppinternship@smcgov.org www.facebook.com/GetHealthySMC www.twitter.com/ GetHealthySMC
Jan 09, 2019
Full Time
Description The San Mateo County Health System is seeking a dedicated and hardworking Healthy Economy Intern to join the Health Policy and Planning (HPP) team, a program within the Public Health, Policy and Planning Division. The HPP Internship Program is designed to provide work opportunities and practical learning experiences in public health, policy, planning, and research, with an emphasis in health equity and place-based primary prevention. HPP Framework: Primary Prevention & Health Equity There is a growing recognition that where we live, work, play, and go to school shape our health. HPP focuses on building healthy, equitable communities that prevent people from getting sick in the first place. HPP works to ensure all people have the opportunity for health and wellbeing and seeks to build health equity by addressing the root causes of poor health, such as the social, economic, and physical conditions around us. To achieve this goal, HPP employs expertise in policy, planning, research, equity, epidemiology, communications, and advocacy. HPP has a particular focus on supporting populations with higher rates of preventable health issues and in places with the fewest opportunities for health. HPP is currently focused on four areas of work: Stable and affordable housing: protects health and provides the ability to engage in healthy opportunities. Complete neighborhoods: make it easy for residents to be healthy every day in their own communities. High quality education: creates pathways to better health. Strong local economy: builds household financial security for all. To learn more about HPP's work visit www.gethealthysmc.org. Examples Of Duties Internship Overview: Healthy Economy Intern The focus of the internship project will be to assist Health System staff in a) researching and implementing anchor strategies to maximize institutional resources' ability to address economic determinants of health; b) exploring the health impacts of fees and fines on vulnerable residents. More specifically, the intern will work on the following tasks: Support implementation of inclusive hiring pilot project Assist staff in identifying opportunities to implement inclusive procurement policies: surveying County procurement policies, map existing assets and programs, and research model interventions Conduct research, map key stakeholders, examine best practices and develop internal documents and communication materials to help staff better understand how fees and fines impact the financial security and health of vulnerable residents Qualifications The ideal candidate will have: Background in Economic and Workforce development or community development. Understanding of the intersection between the public health and economic and workforce development fields and knowledge of principles of health equity and how place impacts health. Knowledge of community economic and workforce development policies and programs. Interest and dedication to advancing health and equity demonstrated through work experience and/or personal experience having been adversely affected by health inequities. Strong skills in data collection, data analysis and qualitative research. Ability to review technical and policy documents/publications, synthesize complex data, and identify recommendations. Strong writing skills and experience in writing policy briefs/reports. Strong communication and people skills. Strong organizations and time management skills and ability to work independently toward excellent work outcomes. Eligibility Current graduate level students and recent graduates - up to one year after graduation date - are eligible to apply. You may not be a current San Mateo County employee. Successful applicants will possess a deep passion for addressing health inequities and experience working to change them. Relevant experience may include: Personal or family experience dealing with inequitable economic, social, health and educational systems and environments. For instance: being the first in your family to attend higher-education, growing up in a low-income neighborhood, experiencing housing/financial instability, or facing racial/ethnic or other types of discrimination. Professional experience in programs that promote equity (this can be through a multitude of intervention types and variety of locations or organizations). Internship Term & Pay This HPP Internship program runs year round. The Winter/Spring Internship cycle starts immediately and runs until June 2019. The intern must commit to working between 16-20 hours per week . Reasonable timeframe adjustments can be negotiated. Current graduate students pay starts at $24.00 per hour depending on experience. Application/Examination How to Apply Complete an application by clicking on the link here . After you have filled outan application from the link,please submityour completed applicationto HPPinternship@smcgov.org with the following required attachments: Cover Letter: Please describe your interest in and qualifications for this internship in the cover letter including position you are applying for. Resume Completed application and supplemental questionnaire (see next page) The application deadline for the Winter/Spring Internship is open until filled . Only completed applications will be reviewed; please contact us if you do not receive a confirmation we received your application. If selected, you will be invited for an interview. In-person interviews are strongly preferred, but telephone interviews can be arranged if needed. Questions Rosa Torpis, Program Coordinator 225 37th Avenue, 1st Floor, San Mateo, CA 94403 Telephone: (650) 573-2462 E-mail: hppinternship@smcgov.org www.facebook.com/GetHealthySMC www.twitter.com/ GetHealthySMC
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on Thursday, November 9, 2017 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous." NOTE: This recruitment schedule was amended on Wednesday, October 25, 2017 to extend the closing date. Final Closing Date will be Thursday, November 9, 2017. County of San Mateo Health System is excited to be able to offer a unique job opportunity to well-qualified individuals for the position of Supervising Nurse Practitioner (Supervising NP) as part of the County of San Mateo Obstetrics and Gynecology team. This is a full-time , benefited position. The successful hire will receive direction from theMedical Director of Specialty Care and will exercise supervision over assigned Obstetrics and Gynecology NPs, who are located in three clinics (San Mateo Main Campus, CoastsideClinic, and Fair Oaks Health Center). The supervisory scope includes quality improvement, program development, on-site and remote supervision of nurse practitioners, and continuing partnership with the contracted Obstetrics and Gynecology group. This classification is distinguished from the Nurse Practitioner Series for having full administrative supervisory responsibility over other Nurse Practitioners. Clinical supervision of assigned staff is provided by the medical director, supervising physician, contracted physician and/or manager. The Practitioner will work within all clinical areas that serve our Obstetrics and Gynecology patients. Work may include both clinical and administration support throughout San Mateo Medical Center. San Mateo Medical Center is a fully accredited acute/long term care/teaching hospital whose vision is to help every patient live the healthiest life possible. We are an integrated health care delivery system offering primary care, specialty, ancillary, inpatient, long term care and emergency services connected through a unified leadership structure and integrated IT systems. We use Lean methodology as the core of all our improvement work and we strive to create a community of engaged problem solvers. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated skill and success in all or most of the following areas: Communication and Consensus Building: has experience bringing diverse viewpoints and stakeholders together successfully to accomplish goals, and commands the trust and respect of others. Vision, Initiative, and Innovation: has a keen interest in team based care and creating a positive patient experience, and has demonstrated innovation and initiative in realizing that vision. Project Management and Teamwork: has overseen and led complex projects and coordinated interdisciplinary teams. Supervision and mentoring:has significant experience in supervising and mentoring others. At least two years of experience as a Practitioner, ideally in an Obstetrics and Gynecology clinic, a minimum of six months of lead or supervisory experience overseeing clinic care. NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Work with our contracted Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician group in establishing and meeting quality metrics and goals for patient care Establishing workflow process andstandardizing the clinical practice throughout San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) system. Supervise the Nurse Practitioners that work in the all Obstetrics and Gynecology clinics in SMMC, this includes selection, performance evaluation, and corrective action. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, their families, hospital staff, community organizations and others. Work with our Quality process (LEAP) to have meaningful, data driven improvements in work flow and quality. Work with Core team in each location to standardize and ensure best use of resources to meet patient quality care. Work with referring providers to improve referring patterns and communications throughout SMMC. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of: Principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation, as well as hiring and selection; principles, practices and procedures used in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of common health problems as related to the clinical specialty; laws, statutes, codes, and regulations related to the specialty area which govern health service providers, and Joint Commission and other regulatory requirements; fundamentals of clinical medicine as related to the clinical specialty of the Clinic or Service; drugs commonly used in the area of specialty including the indications of their use, anticipated therapeutic effect, side effects and untoward reactions and contraindications; safety and infection control practices and procedures; normal and abnormal values of laboratory tests and their clinical significance; operations and care of medical equipment and instruments used in the area of specialty; laws and regulations pertinent to the practice of nursing and medicine applicable to assigned specialty; community resources and referral systems; and provisions of the Nurse Practice Act. Skill/Ability to: Supervise and coordinate administrative and operational activities related to assigned clinic or program; coordinate activities with other departments or programs within the Medical Center and the County; direct and participate in the analysis of a wide variety of moderate to complex operational problems and make effective operational and/or procedural recommendations; interpret policies, guidelines and procedures; develop recommendations for improvements, as necessary; supervise, evaluate and train assigned personnel; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; assess the health status of patients; provide health care services including the taking of a complete medical history, doing complete physical examination and other related clinical procedures; identify and manage health problems common in the area of specialty; develop and implement treatment plans for patients according to policies and protocol; analyze and interpret health information/data including results of laboratory testing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, professional staff and others; follow safety practices and procedures; and maintain accurate records and preparing reports. 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 three years of practice within specialty area or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Licensure/Certification: Possession of a California license as a Registered Nurse. Possession of a California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) Nurse Practitioner Certification. Possession of a California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) Furnishing Number. Possession of a DEA Number. Application/Examination Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. Thorough and detailed responses to the supplementalquestions must be submitted in addition to the standard San Mateo County employment application. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. The examination process will consist of an application screening (pass/fail) based on the candidate's 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. 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. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Final Filing Date : TBD Application Screening: TBD Panel Interview: TBD IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. 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 Employment Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Carolyn Burns(101217) (Supervising Nurse Practitioner - F008) Keywords: Nurse, Supervisor, NP, Nurse Practitioner
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on Thursday, November 9, 2017 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous." NOTE: This recruitment schedule was amended on Wednesday, October 25, 2017 to extend the closing date. Final Closing Date will be Thursday, November 9, 2017. County of San Mateo Health System is excited to be able to offer a unique job opportunity to well-qualified individuals for the position of Supervising Nurse Practitioner (Supervising NP) as part of the County of San Mateo Obstetrics and Gynecology team. This is a full-time , benefited position. The successful hire will receive direction from theMedical Director of Specialty Care and will exercise supervision over assigned Obstetrics and Gynecology NPs, who are located in three clinics (San Mateo Main Campus, CoastsideClinic, and Fair Oaks Health Center). The supervisory scope includes quality improvement, program development, on-site and remote supervision of nurse practitioners, and continuing partnership with the contracted Obstetrics and Gynecology group. This classification is distinguished from the Nurse Practitioner Series for having full administrative supervisory responsibility over other Nurse Practitioners. Clinical supervision of assigned staff is provided by the medical director, supervising physician, contracted physician and/or manager. The Practitioner will work within all clinical areas that serve our Obstetrics and Gynecology patients. Work may include both clinical and administration support throughout San Mateo Medical Center. San Mateo Medical Center is a fully accredited acute/long term care/teaching hospital whose vision is to help every patient live the healthiest life possible. We are an integrated health care delivery system offering primary care, specialty, ancillary, inpatient, long term care and emergency services connected through a unified leadership structure and integrated IT systems. We use Lean methodology as the core of all our improvement work and we strive to create a community of engaged problem solvers. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated skill and success in all or most of the following areas: Communication and Consensus Building: has experience bringing diverse viewpoints and stakeholders together successfully to accomplish goals, and commands the trust and respect of others. Vision, Initiative, and Innovation: has a keen interest in team based care and creating a positive patient experience, and has demonstrated innovation and initiative in realizing that vision. Project Management and Teamwork: has overseen and led complex projects and coordinated interdisciplinary teams. Supervision and mentoring:has significant experience in supervising and mentoring others. At least two years of experience as a Practitioner, ideally in an Obstetrics and Gynecology clinic, a minimum of six months of lead or supervisory experience overseeing clinic care. NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Work with our contracted Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician group in establishing and meeting quality metrics and goals for patient care Establishing workflow process andstandardizing the clinical practice throughout San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) system. Supervise the Nurse Practitioners that work in the all Obstetrics and Gynecology clinics in SMMC, this includes selection, performance evaluation, and corrective action. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, their families, hospital staff, community organizations and others. Work with our Quality process (LEAP) to have meaningful, data driven improvements in work flow and quality. Work with Core team in each location to standardize and ensure best use of resources to meet patient quality care. Work with referring providers to improve referring patterns and communications throughout SMMC. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of: Principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation, as well as hiring and selection; principles, practices and procedures used in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of common health problems as related to the clinical specialty; laws, statutes, codes, and regulations related to the specialty area which govern health service providers, and Joint Commission and other regulatory requirements; fundamentals of clinical medicine as related to the clinical specialty of the Clinic or Service; drugs commonly used in the area of specialty including the indications of their use, anticipated therapeutic effect, side effects and untoward reactions and contraindications; safety and infection control practices and procedures; normal and abnormal values of laboratory tests and their clinical significance; operations and care of medical equipment and instruments used in the area of specialty; laws and regulations pertinent to the practice of nursing and medicine applicable to assigned specialty; community resources and referral systems; and provisions of the Nurse Practice Act. Skill/Ability to: Supervise and coordinate administrative and operational activities related to assigned clinic or program; coordinate activities with other departments or programs within the Medical Center and the County; direct and participate in the analysis of a wide variety of moderate to complex operational problems and make effective operational and/or procedural recommendations; interpret policies, guidelines and procedures; develop recommendations for improvements, as necessary; supervise, evaluate and train assigned personnel; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; assess the health status of patients; provide health care services including the taking of a complete medical history, doing complete physical examination and other related clinical procedures; identify and manage health problems common in the area of specialty; develop and implement treatment plans for patients according to policies and protocol; analyze and interpret health information/data including results of laboratory testing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, professional staff and others; follow safety practices and procedures; and maintain accurate records and preparing reports. 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 three years of practice within specialty area or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Licensure/Certification: Possession of a California license as a Registered Nurse. Possession of a California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) Nurse Practitioner Certification. Possession of a California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) Furnishing Number. Possession of a DEA Number. Application/Examination Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or 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. Thorough and detailed responses to the supplementalquestions must be submitted in addition to the standard San Mateo County employment application. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. The examination process will consist of an application screening (pass/fail) based on the candidate's 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. 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. Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Final Filing Date : TBD Application Screening: TBD Panel Interview: TBD IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. 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 Employment Opportunity Employer. Analyst: Carolyn Burns(101217) (Supervising Nurse Practitioner - F008) Keywords: Nurse, Supervisor, NP, Nurse Practitioner
County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description San Mateo County Health seeks leaders to join our integrated Health System as head of one of our high performing clinical teams. This is a full-time opportunity to oversee the excellent team work at Half Moon Bay's beautiful health center. Ideal candidates are energetic leaders interested in improving patient centered approaches to care and have experience in change management. They are skilled problem solvers who can support data driven standard processes to ensure every patient receives the same level of quality care. Adult, pediatric, gynecology and dental teams at Coastside Health Center work together to provide compassionate and complete care to this community. Onsite Behavioral health, social work and pharmacist support as well as strong RN presence create a team based approach serving over three thousand patients. The Supervising Physician works in concert with manager and nursing leadership to lead local quality improvement work and program development in addition to direct on-site clinical work and supervision of the provider team. This clinic is part of San Mateo Medical Center, a fully accredited acute/long term care/teaching hospital whose vision is to help every patient live the healthiest life possible. We are a truly integrated health care delivery system connected through a unified leadership structure. Lean methodology is the core of all our improvement work we are creating a community of engaged problem solvers. Additional benefits : The position offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package which includesflexible scheduling options, strong leadership training, County funded malpractice insurance, retirement plans and health benefits for retirees, reimbursement of professional dues and expenses (up to $2,500/year), an additional 5% increase in salary for each qualifying Board certification up to two (2) Boards, administrative leave time at 5 hours per pay period up to 260 hours (this is prorated for part time employees) that can be cashed out up to 50% each Spring, and a wellness program, including exercise classes, worksite massage, and an onsite gym. Ideal Candidate - A successful candidate will have demonstrated skill and success in the following areas: Communication and Consensus Building: Has had experience bringing diverse viewpoints and stakeholdelers together successfully to accomplish goals, and commands the trust and respect others. Vision, Initiative, and Innovation: Has a keen interest in team based care and creating a positive patient experience, and has demonstrated innovation and initiative in realizing that vision. Project Management and Teamwork: Has overseen and successfully led complex projects and coordinated interdisciplinary teams. Supervision and mentoring: Has significant experience in supervising and mentoring others. At least two years of experience as a physician in a primary care clinic, a minimum of six months of lead or supervisory experience overseeing a primary care clinic, including direct supervision of licensed staff. Examples Of Duties Direct and administer a medical program. Provide clinical supervision and direction to all levels of medical/professional staff including assigning, directing, and monitoring work. Develop and monitor adherence to medical policies, procedures and protocols. Provide consultation services. Advise community physicians regarding medical treatment and practices. Train and supervise interns and residents. Coordinate the work of consulting physicians. Conduct comprehensive medical histories and physical examinations. Prescribe and administer treatment and medication as necessary. Develop standards of medical care for specialty area. Participate in in-service training programs. Supervise medical, professional, and technical and support staff; full supervision includes responsibility for selection, performance evaluation, and corrective action. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of: Health care management practices and principles including revenue retrieval. Current developments, trends and research in a medical specialty. Principles and practices of supervision. Development of medical policies, procedures and protocols. Preparation of comprehensive reports and other correspondence. Pharmacology and psychopharmacology including laws regarding informed consent, dosage ranges, drug incompatibilities, and side effects. Laws, statues, codes, and regulations related to the specialty area which govern health service providers, and JCAHO and other regulatory requirements. Advanced principles, practices, and techniques of general medicine and its application. Medical diagnosis and treatment. Skill/Ability to: Direct medical programs. Clinically supervise and provide lead direction to medical/professional staff, including physicians. Fully supervise staff, including selection, performance evaluation, and corrective action. Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence. Apply principles of effective management techniques. Diagnose patients and prescribe treatment or therapy in the designated specialty area. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, their families, hospital staff, community organizations and others. Communicate effectively orally and in writing with individuals within the County or at any level within the Health Services Department. 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: Three years of experience in the designated medical specialty. Board Certification or eligibility for certification in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, or a related area is highly desirable. Licensure/Certification: License to practice medicine or osteopathy in the State of California. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. 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. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted 5 days in advance in the County of San MateoHuman Resources Department. 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 above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. RECRUITMENTSCHEDULE Apply immediately. This is a continuous recruitment and is open until filled. Selections may be made at any time within the process. 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. HR Contact: Kristin Herman (091418) (Supervising Physician - F127)
Jan 07, 2019
Full Time
Description San Mateo County Health seeks leaders to join our integrated Health System as head of one of our high performing clinical teams. This is a full-time opportunity to oversee the excellent team work at Half Moon Bay's beautiful health center. Ideal candidates are energetic leaders interested in improving patient centered approaches to care and have experience in change management. They are skilled problem solvers who can support data driven standard processes to ensure every patient receives the same level of quality care. Adult, pediatric, gynecology and dental teams at Coastside Health Center work together to provide compassionate and complete care to this community. Onsite Behavioral health, social work and pharmacist support as well as strong RN presence create a team based approach serving over three thousand patients. The Supervising Physician works in concert with manager and nursing leadership to lead local quality improvement work and program development in addition to direct on-site clinical work and supervision of the provider team. This clinic is part of San Mateo Medical Center, a fully accredited acute/long term care/teaching hospital whose vision is to help every patient live the healthiest life possible. We are a truly integrated health care delivery system connected through a unified leadership structure. Lean methodology is the core of all our improvement work we are creating a community of engaged problem solvers. Additional benefits : The position offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package which includesflexible scheduling options, strong leadership training, County funded malpractice insurance, retirement plans and health benefits for retirees, reimbursement of professional dues and expenses (up to $2,500/year), an additional 5% increase in salary for each qualifying Board certification up to two (2) Boards, administrative leave time at 5 hours per pay period up to 260 hours (this is prorated for part time employees) that can be cashed out up to 50% each Spring, and a wellness program, including exercise classes, worksite massage, and an onsite gym. Ideal Candidate - A successful candidate will have demonstrated skill and success in the following areas: Communication and Consensus Building: Has had experience bringing diverse viewpoints and stakeholdelers together successfully to accomplish goals, and commands the trust and respect others. Vision, Initiative, and Innovation: Has a keen interest in team based care and creating a positive patient experience, and has demonstrated innovation and initiative in realizing that vision. Project Management and Teamwork: Has overseen and successfully led complex projects and coordinated interdisciplinary teams. Supervision and mentoring: Has significant experience in supervising and mentoring others. At least two years of experience as a physician in a primary care clinic, a minimum of six months of lead or supervisory experience overseeing a primary care clinic, including direct supervision of licensed staff. Examples Of Duties Direct and administer a medical program. Provide clinical supervision and direction to all levels of medical/professional staff including assigning, directing, and monitoring work. Develop and monitor adherence to medical policies, procedures and protocols. Provide consultation services. Advise community physicians regarding medical treatment and practices. Train and supervise interns and residents. Coordinate the work of consulting physicians. Conduct comprehensive medical histories and physical examinations. Prescribe and administer treatment and medication as necessary. Develop standards of medical care for specialty area. Participate in in-service training programs. Supervise medical, professional, and technical and support staff; full supervision includes responsibility for selection, performance evaluation, and corrective action. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of: Health care management practices and principles including revenue retrieval. Current developments, trends and research in a medical specialty. Principles and practices of supervision. Development of medical policies, procedures and protocols. Preparation of comprehensive reports and other correspondence. Pharmacology and psychopharmacology including laws regarding informed consent, dosage ranges, drug incompatibilities, and side effects. Laws, statues, codes, and regulations related to the specialty area which govern health service providers, and JCAHO and other regulatory requirements. Advanced principles, practices, and techniques of general medicine and its application. Medical diagnosis and treatment. Skill/Ability to: Direct medical programs. Clinically supervise and provide lead direction to medical/professional staff, including physicians. Fully supervise staff, including selection, performance evaluation, and corrective action. Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence. Apply principles of effective management techniques. Diagnose patients and prescribe treatment or therapy in the designated specialty area. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, their families, hospital staff, community organizations and others. Communicate effectively orally and in writing with individuals within the County or at any level within the Health Services Department. 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: Three years of experience in the designated medical specialty. Board Certification or eligibility for certification in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, or a related area is highly desirable. Licensure/Certification: License to practice medicine or osteopathy in the State of California. Application/Examination Anyone may apply. 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. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted 5 days in advance in the County of San MateoHuman Resources Department. 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 above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. RECRUITMENTSCHEDULE Apply immediately. This is a continuous recruitment and is open until filled. Selections may be made at any time within the process. 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. HR Contact: Kristin Herman (091418) (Supervising Physician - F127)
