Description
The County of Yuba is currently recruiting to establish an employment list for the classification of Social Worker II. Under general supervision, incumbents perform moderately complex social services case work by providing a variety of services to County residents; conducting field visits; identifying, assessing and arranging alternative solutions to clients’ needs and obstacles; carry a moderately complex caseload; prepare and monitor plans; prepare court reports, depending on area of assignment; and perform related work as assigned. The work may be related to a specific program area or to more general social service benefit provision. Social Worker II is the journey-level in the social work series. This position reports directly to a Social Worker Supervisor II or other higher-level supervisor or manager.
Example of Duties: - Interview and counsel a diverse population of clients; isolate barriers to self-sufficiency; and evaluate need for services and/or make appropriate referrals to training, public assistance and social services programs.
- Perform case management of moderately complex cases.
- Conduct field/home visits, assessments, and reassessments as required to monitor and investigate progress and compliance
- Prepare and review court pleadings, depending on area of assignment.
**Next Applicant Review Date: 04/24/2024*Job Description URL:
https://files4.revize.com/yubaca/Yuba%20County/Human%20Resources%20and%20Organiz...Job PDF:
SW II March Update 2024.pdf Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for this position will possess the knowledge of different medical, psychological and socio-economic conditions that affect the work of Health and Human Services and have the ability to evaluate clients for the various behavioral and mental health issues that may undermine established stabilization plans. The incumbent is adaptable and maintains composure when faced with the unexpected; will also be comfortable conducting field visits and investigating client progress towards established goals and compliance with program requirements. The ideal candidate is experienced in making appropriate referrals for professional counseling or assistance and has extensive knowledge of community resources.
Required Qualifications: Minimum: Sixty (60) college level semester units with at least 30 units in a related field, (including but not limited to psychology, sociology, social work) and at least one (1) year equivalent to the County’s class series of Social Worker I.
Preferred: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a related field and additional years of case management experience.
Work Environment: Potential exposure to contagious or infectious diseases or hazardous substances and chemicals. Work with hostile or abusive individuals.
Special Requirements : Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation, which may include Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire. DMV printout prior to hire. May be required to work outside normal working hours including evenings, weekends, holidays and other off-hours shifts. Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.
Benefits
HIRING RANGE: $4,369.00-$4,806.00 Monthly
MERIT INCREASE: Typically 5% each year for the first 7 years. To access the County salary schedule, please click on this
link.
RETIREMENT MISCELLANEOUS:
Classic: 2% @ 55
New: 2% @ 62
For more information about CalPERS Pension, please visit
CalPERS Retirement.
SOCIAL SECURITY: Yuba County does not participate in the Social Security Program
MEDICARE: Yuba County does participate in the Medicare Program.
STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE: SDIprovides benefits to employees who are unable to work due to non-work-related illness or injury. Paid Family Leave (PFL) automatically covers persons covered by SDI.
MEDICAL: Yuba County offers several medical plan options (HMO and PPO plans available based on eligibility) through CalPERS. To reference the current Rate Sheet, please visit
Health Insurance and see General Resources.
DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: The County pays 100% of the Basic plan premiums for employee or 80% for employee and eligible dependent(s). Requires participation in Health Insurance benefits.
*Health Waiver Opt-out of $250/monthly available with proof of other Non-Covered CA, employer sponsored health care coverage.
LIFE INSURANCE: County provides $50,000 in life insurance coverage. Employees may purchase additional coverage for themselves and dependents.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: County paid confidential counseling program for up to 5 visits per incident per eligible family member.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: One Voluntary Deferred Compensation plan is available.
UNION AFFILIATION:
Yuba County Employee Association (YCEA). To learn more visit
Labor Relations.
F
or Leave Accrual Rates and Specialty Pays for classifications within the Yuba County Employees Association Bargaining Unit, please reference this Yuba County Employee's Association (YCEA) Benefits Summary . Special Instructions
Final Filing Deadline: OPEN UNTIL FILLED *Next Applicant Review Date: 04/24/2024* Due to the coronavirus affecting the county’s ability to safely conduct selection procedures such as, but not limited to: Qualifications Appraisal Panels, Speed Interviews, Written Exams, Departmental Interviews, etc. the Personnel Director may provide direction to postpone or change selection procedures, extend recruitments and/or cancel and pause recruitments as deemed necessary. The Human Resources department is working with departments to provide support to fill critical positions.
APPLICATION SCREENING:
An official Yuba County employment application must be submitted by final filing deadline. Applications must include copies of valid license(s), certificate(s) and college transcripts and/or diploma. Incomplete applications may be disqualified from further consideration.
TO APPLY:
ONLINE APPLICATION: Applications may be submitted online through CalOpps. Click on the Apply for Job button above to complete the Yuba County employment application.
OR
HARD COPY APPLICATION: You may access a hard copy of the Yuba County employment application by visiting our website at
http://www.yuba.org. Our applications are available in a Microsoft Word format or fillable PDF, or you may pick up these materials in our office located 915 8th Street, Suite 113, Marysville, CA 95901. Hard copies of applications can be submitted to our office in person, by U.S. Mail or by fax at 530-749-7864. Applications must be received by the final filing deadline; postmarks or applications received after the final filing deadline will not be accepted.
All applicants will be given written notice regarding the status of their application and selection procedures. The County prefers to communicate via email, if provided, to expedite communication. It is also recommended that applicants review their SPAM mail daily as to not miss any important communication from the County. Communications are sent from two mail servers;
Yuba@CalOpps.org and @co.yuba.ca.us.
Applicants are responsible for notifying the County of any changes to their contact information, including but not limited to e-mail addresses, mailing addresses, primary and secondary telephone numbers.
(Note: All diplomas or degrees must be from an accredited college or university. To obtain information regarding accreditation, refer to the US Department of Education Office of Post Secondary Education at:
http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/search.aspx )
Applicants must provide the following documents with their application by the filing deadline:
- Completed Yuba County Employment Application (Online or Hard Copy)
- Any Diplomas and Unofficial Transcripts
- Copies of Related Certifications
- Copy of Driver’s License
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The minimum and preferred requirements are listed above. While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications, Human Resources reserves the right to select applicants for further consideration who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee further participation in selection procedures.
RECRUITMENT SELECTION PROCESSES:
The recruitment process involves multiple steps which may include but are not limited to:
- Interview Screening
- CPS-HR Social Worker Exam
- Department Interviews
(Please note: The entire recruitment process from recruitment opening date to start date could take 6 - 12 weeks for successful candidates).
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE:
A completed supplemental questionnaire is an essential part of the examination process for this position. The responses will be reviewed for sufficient detail and will be rated according to pre-determined guidelines. Please include; 1) Places of employment; 2) pertinent dates; 3) duties performed, etc. when responding to the questions. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Any experience and/or training listed MUST be identified on your application. Resumes, letters and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as responses to the supplemental questionnaire.
INTERVIEW SCREENING:
Interview screening is an extension of the application process. Used as a secondary a method of screening large applicant pools.
EXAM:
Applicants who have successfully met the minimum qualifications and completed any screening processes must successfully complete the Cooperative Personnel Services (CPS) Exam with a passing score to continue to the next phase of the recruitment process. The CPS Exam may potentially be administered online using County computers.
TESTING ACCOMMODATION:
If special accommodations are required at any stage of the selection process, complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation in Employment Examination Process Form and provide the required documentation by the final filing deadline. The form can be obtained at
Reasonable Accommodation Form or by contacting Human Resources at 530-749-7860.
VETERAN’S CREDIT:
All applicants who have successfully completed the application/selection procedures and examination process may be eligible for veteran’s credit. Applicants must have served on active duty for a period of not less than 90 days in the armed forces in time of war or national emergency, or in time of peace in a campaign or expedition for service in which a medal has been authorized by the government of the United States and who has been discharged or released under honorable conditions, and widows of such persons shall be allowed credit. Military Records Form DD214 must be submitted for further review and determination of appropriate credits.
WAIVER OF SELECTION PROCEDURES:
When selection procedures have been publicly announced and the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications for the position is five or less, the Human Resources Director may, at her/his discretion; a) Waive the competition entirely and submit the names of the applicants meeting the minimum qualifications to the appointing department, b) Revise the conditions of competition to a more practical basis under the circumstances.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY LIST:
An employment eligibility list is established for those applicants who successfully pass all phases of the examination process. This list will be held for a minimum of six (6) months from the date the list is certified. For each vacancy the top five (5) ranks on the list will be certified to the department for final selection, which will include a departmental interview.
DEPARTMENTAL INTERVIEW:
The Health & Human Services Department will notify the applicant of the date and time of his/her interview. The applicant will be asked a series of questions about his/herself and his/her related experience, education and training that exhibit the knowledge, skills and abilities essential to the job. The applicant may also be asked questions about hypothetical situations to test his/her ability to make decisions and use sound judgment and common sense.
Recruitment Contact
Contact phone:
(530)749-7865
Contact email:
econtreras@co.yuba.ca.usClosing Date/Time: Until filled
