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Position Information Join our team to improve the public health of our community! Starting salary up to $51.03/hour! Plus, an additional $1.15/hour bilingual premium for bilingualassignments Bilingual Spanish/English skillsare highly desired, but not required for all positions. An examination will be conducted prior to employment to confirm skill levelfor bilingual positions. The bilingual premium pay begins upon the assignment of bilingual work. Please Note: This is a continuous recruitment. It may close without notice, at any time, once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Thesepositions will be filled at either the I or II level. If you are interested in applying at the II level, you will need to apply to the separate, concurrent recruitment being conducted for that level. The Public Health Nurse I is the entry-level classification in the Public Health Nurse series,where incumbents apply the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities in learning to perform the full scope of public health nursing duties. This level requires possession of a California State Public Health Nursing Certificate. These temporary, extra-helppositionswill work under the direction of the Nursing Services Director, or her designee. Assignmentsmayincludeproviding direct COVID-19 testing services while assigned to a mobile team working throughout the County atboth indoor and outdoor locations.Staff may be required to work onsite and/or perform telework. These positions will perform Nasopharyngeal / Oropharyngeal specimen collection on clients who have been in close contact with a COVID-19 positive client or exposed at a work location.They may also work on a team that will enter nursing homes, homeless encampments, work locations, and homes of individuals who are confirmed to have, or suspected to exhibit, COVID-19 symptoms. Testing duties will also include: Setting-up the work-site including tables, chairs, and supplies Educating the clients about COVID-19, isolation, and quarantine Distributing a Health Order, if appropriate Documenting activities Assignments may include providing COVID-19 telework conducting case management and outbreak management activities which include: Initiating phone calls to affected parties Determining the infectious period Providing education ondisease mitigation Making referrals and providing resources to the public Following up with clientson health status and testing Successful candidates will possess excellent communication and organizational skills as well as strong attention to detail. In addition, these position require the ability to: Establish rapport with clients and the public Document information in a detailed and timely manner Work in a fast-paced environment Problem solve and give directions Stand and wear an N95 mask for up to 8 hours Swab clients who are in a seated position (in chair or in car) Read and write English to complete lab slips and labels WORK SCHEDULE AND REQUIREMENTS For COVID-19 testing services, the Public Health Nurse I positions will need to be Fit-tested for N95 (DHS provides on-site), and wear full PPE when swabbing. They may be required to drive a van to a testing location, carry 10-15 pound items to/from the van to the testing location, and stand for long periods. For COVID-19 case management services, the Public Health Nurse I position will be required to wear a face covering while participating within the Public Health offices. Schedules will vary; however, coverage will be 7 days a week between the hours of 8am and 6pm Hours may include evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed Assignments will not be scheduled for less than32 hours per week and may include weekends (full-time preferred) Work schedule will be set by the supervisor based on availability and need EXTRA-HELP EMPLOYMENT Extra-help employees relieve or augment permanent staff. Temporary, extra-help employees are not in the classified civil service and do not have property rights to permanently allocated positions. In addition, they do not receive most employee benefits such as: long-term disability insurance coverage; accrual of vacation; participation in the County retirement program; or eligibility to take promotional examinations. Temporary, extra-help employees are limited in their employment to a maximum of one calendar year. These employees must be off of work for three months before they can be re-employed on an extra help basis. Extra-help employees who meet the eligibility requirements may qualify for aCounty contribution towardmedical coverage. This employment list may also be used to fill future extra-helppositions as they occur during the active status of the list. The Civil Service title for this classification is Public Health Nurse I. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Minimum Qualifications Possession of a California State Public Health Nursing Certificate. Driver's License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including necessary special endorsements, as required by the State of California to perform the essential job functions of the position. Working Conditions: Duties may require exposure to hostile, emotionally disturbed or mentally ill persons and/or confrontational interpersonal situations; intermittently sit at a desk for long periods of time while reviewing patient charts and histories and preparing patient charts and reports; intermittently walk, stand, bend, climb and reach while making field visits, conducting clinics or making educational presentations or demonstrations; twist to reach equipment surrounding desk or treatment areas; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; see and hear with sufficient acuity to examine and assess patient conditions; lift moderate weight; may work in dangerous, high crime areas of the community; and/or standby, callback and work during non-routine hours. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Working Knowledge of: Modern principles, methods, and practices of public health nursing, including preventive medicine, epidemiology, public health education, gerontology, and sociological problems involved in public health nursing. Community aspects of public health nursing programs. Prevention, detection and treatment of communicable and chronic disease, handicapping conditions, mental illness and other disabling conditions; environmental, sociological, and psychological problems related to public health nursing programs. Principles and procedures involved in family planning, sexually transmitted disease control, and pre and post-natal care; and current literature and trends in community health. Ability to: Organize and carry out public health nursing activities in assigned district or program; differentiate medical problems requiring immediate consultation with a physician rather than a deferred consultation; to follow prescribed protocols set up by physicians and to consult with physicians and other medical personnel; work effectively with families and individuals to assist them in solution to health problems; develop and maintain effective public relations with clients, staff, community groups and organizations; exercise independent judgment, analyze and evaluate situations independently and take appropriate actions; instruct in the prevention of disease and promotion of public health; and write and speak effectively and prepare and maintain clear and concise records and reports. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all your employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application and should be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting a Jobwith the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the application, examination, and department selection processes. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal (pass/not pass) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's combination of educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position to ensure satisfaction of the minimum qualifications for this position.Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications for the position will be placed on an extra-help employment list and referred to the department.The department may contact candidates from the employment list who possess the most appropriate job-related qualifications for further consideration. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A background investigation is required prior to employment.Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation.Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy.Reference information will not be made available to applicants. Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer are contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted on-line at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Continuousrecruitmentsmay close without notice at any time that a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people.Please view the County's Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for further information. HR Analyst: DP HR Technician: KC

Position Information Join our team to improve the health of our community! Starting salary up to $53.56/hour! Plus, an additional $1.15/hour bilingual premium for bilingualassignments Bilingual Spanish/English skillsare highly desired, but not required for all positions. An examination will be conducted prior to employment to confirm skill levelfor bilingual positions. The bilingual premium pay begins upon the assignment of bilingual work. Please Note: This is a continuous recruitment. It may close without notice, at any time, once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Thesepositions will be filled at either the I or II level. If you are interested in applying at the I level, you will need to apply to the separate, concurrent recruitment being conducted for that level. The Public Health Nurse II is the full journey level class in the Public Health Nurse serieswhere incumbents provide the full range of direct public health nursing services to the community and affected individuals and families. This level requires possession of a California State Public Health Nursing Certificate and one year of public health nursing experience after receipt of Certificate. These temporary, extra-helppositionswill work under the direction of the Nursing Services Director, or her designee. Assignmentsmayincludeproviding direct COVID-19 testing services while assigned to a mobile team working throughout the County atboth indoor and outdoor locations. Staff may be required to work onsite and/or perform telework. These positions will perform Nasopharyngeal / Oropharyngeal specimen collection on clients who have been in close contact with aCOVID-19positive client or exposed at a work location.They may also work on a team that will enter nursing homes, homeless encampments, work locations, and homes of individuals who are confirmed to have, or suspected to exhibit, COVID-19 symptoms. Testing duties will also include: Setting-up the work-site including tables, chairs, and supplies Educating the clients about COVID-19, isolation, and quarantine Distributing a Health Order, if appropriate Documenting activities Assignmentmayinclude providing COVID-19 teleworkconducting case management and outbreak management activities which include: Initiating phone calls to affected parties Determining the infectious period Providing education ondisease mitigation Making referrals and providing resources to the public Following up with clientson health status and testing Successful candidates will possess excellent communication and organizational skills as well as strong attention to detail. In addition, these position require the ability to: Establish rapport with clients and the public Document information in a detailed and timely manner Work in a fast-paced environment Problem solve and give directions Stand and wear an N95 mask for up to 8 hours Swab clients who are in a seated position (in chair or in car) Read and write English to complete lab slips and labels WORK SCHEDULE AND REQUIREMENTS ForCOVID-19 testing services, thePublic Health Nurse I positions will need to be Fit-tested for N95 (DHS provides on-site), and wear full PPE when swabbing. They may be required to drive a van to a testing location, carry 10-15 pound items to/from the van to the testing location, and stand for long periods. For COVID-19 case management services, the Public Health Nurse I position will be required to wear a face covering while participating within the Public Health offices. Schedules will vary; however, coverage will be 7 days a week between the hours of 8am and 6pm Hours may include evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed Assignments will not be scheduled for less than32 hours per week and may include weekends (full-time preferred) Work schedule will be set by the supervisor based on availability and need EXTRA-HELP EMPLOYMENT Extra-help employees relieve or augment permanent staff. Temporary, extra-help employees are not in the classified civil service and do not have property rights to permanently allocated positions. In addition, they do not receive most employee benefits such as: long-term disability insurance coverage; accrual of vacation; participation in the County retirement program; or eligibility to take promotional examinations. Temporary, extra-help employees are limited in their employment to a maximum of one calendar year. These employees must be off of work for three months before they can be re-employed on an extra help basis. Extra-help employees who meet the eligibility requirements may qualify for aCounty contribution towardmedical coverage. This employment list may also be used to fill future extra-helppositions as they occur during the active status of the list. The Civil Service title for this classification is Public Health Nurse II. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Minimum Qualifications Possession of a California State Public Health Nursing Certificate. AND One year of public health nursing experience obtained after receipt of a California Public Health Nursing Certificate. Driver's License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California,may be required depending upon assignmentto perform the essential job functions of the position. Working Conditions: Duties may require exposure to hostile, emotionally disturbed or mentally ill persons and/or confrontational interpersonal situations; intermittently sit at a desk for long periods of time while reviewing patient charts and histories and preparing patient charts and reports; intermittently walk, stand, bend, climb and reach while making field visits, conducting clinics or making educational presentations or demonstrations; twist to reach equipment surrounding desk or treatment areas; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; see and hear with sufficient acuity to examine and assess patient conditions; lift moderate weight; may work in dangerous, high crime areas of the community; and/or standby, callback and work during non-routine hours. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Considerable Knowledge of: Modern principles, methods, and practices of public health nursing, including preventive medicine, epidemiology, public health education, gerontology, and sociological problems involved in public health nursing; and community aspects of public health nursing programs. Working Knowledge of: Community resources available for assistance in public health programs. Federal, State and local laws and regulations governing public health; causes, control and care of chronic and communicable diseases and illness, handicapping conditions, mental illness and other disabling conditions; child growth and development and procedures involved in promoting maternal and child health. Environmental, sociological, and psychological problems related to public health nursing programs; principles and procedures involved in family planning, sexuality transmitted disease control, and pre and post-natal care; procedures and practices used to promote maternal and child health and to assess infant, child, adolescent development and other special programs; principles and practices of work safety, especially as related to communicable diseases; differing cultural, religious, economic and social groups and their relationships to the delivery of and acceptance of health care services; and current literature and trends in community health. Ability to: Organize and carry out public health nursing activities in assigned district or program; guide the work of professional and para-professional personnel and volunteers and to provide clinical oversight of student nurses; differentiate medical problems requiring immediate consultation with a physician rather than a deferred consultation; follow prescribed protocols set up by physicians and to consult with physicians and other medical personnel; work effectively with families and individuals to assist them in solution to health problems; develop and maintain effective public relations with clients, staff, community groups and organizations; exercise independent judgment, analyze and evaluate situations independently and take appropriate actions; instruct in the prevention of disease and promotion of public health; write and speak effectively and prepare and maintain clear and concise records and reports; work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner; use a computer, calculator, typewrite, telephone, facsimile machine, photocopy machine, and audio-visual equipment; and use clinical and instructional supplies and equipment including blood pressure cuff, stethoscope, audiometer, syringes and needles. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application and should be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting-a-Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal (pass/not pass) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's combination of educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position to ensure satisfaction of the minimum qualifications for this position.Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications for the position will be placed on an extra-help employment list and referred to the department.The department may contact candidates from the employment list who possess the most appropriate job-related qualifications for further consideration. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A background investigation is required prior to employment.Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation.Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy.Reference information will not be made available to applicants. Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer are contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted on-line at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Continuousrecruitmentsmay close without notice at any time that a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people.Please view the County's Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for further information. HR Analyst: DP HR Technician: KC

Position Information The Department of Health Services seeks motivated Licensed Vocational Nurses and Registered Nursesto jointhe fight against COVID-19by providing public education and collecting specimens! Licensed Vocational Nurse(LVN)licensure:$24.30 - $29.55/hourly Registered Nurse(RN) licensure:$38.42 - $46.70/hourly Plus, an additional $1.15/hourly bilingual premium Please Note: Nurse I - COVID-19 Testing is the entry-level for those with limitednursingexperience. For those withsix months or more oflicensed nursing experience, you may wish to consider applying forthe higher level of NurseII - COVID-19 Testing, for which there is a separate, concurrent recruitment. These temporary, extra-helppositionswill work under the direction of the Nursing Services Director, or her designee,toperform Nasopharyngeal / Oropharyngeal specimen collection on clients who have been in close contact with a positive client or exposed at a work location.They may also work on a team that will enter nursing homes, homeless encampments, work locations, and homes of individuals who are confirmed to have, or suspected to exhibit, COVID-19 symptoms. These positions require current California licensure as either a Registered Nurse or a Licensed Vocational Nurse and will be in full Personal ProtectiveEquipment (PPE)for up toan 8hour duration at a testing site. Duties will alsoinclude: Setting-up thework-site including tables, chairs, andsupplies Educating the clients about COVID-19, isolation, and quarantine Distributinga Health Order, if appropriate Documenting activities Successful candidates will possess excellent communication and organizational skills as well as strong attention to detail. In addition, these position require the ability to: Establish rapport with clients and the public Document information in a detailed and timely manner Attention to detail Excellent organizational skills Work in a fast-paced environment Problem solve and give directions Stand and wear an N95 mask for up to 8 hours Swab clients who are in a seated position (in chair or in car) Read and write English to complete lab slips and labels Work schedule and requirements: Work will mostly be conducted outdoors at various locations Transportation to/from a site fromdowntownSanta Rosacan be arranged Hours may include evenings, weekends, and holidays Work will mostly be performedremotely, with a possible in-person meeting for orientation purposes Assignments will not be scheduled for less than 24 hours per week and may include weekends Work schedule will be set by the supervisor based on availability and need EXTRA-HELP EMPLOYMENT Extra-help employees relieve or augment permanent staff. Temporary, extra-help employees are not in the classified civil service and do not have property rights to permanently allocated positions. In addition, they do not receive most employee benefits such as: long-term disability insurance coverage; accrual of vacation; participation in the County retirement program; or eligibility to take promotional examinations. Temporary, extra-help employees are limited in their employment to a maximum of one calendar year. These employees must be off of work for three months before they can be re-employed on an extra help basis. Intermittent, extra-help employees are limited in their employment to a maximum of 1,380 hours within any twelve month consecutive period. Extra-help employees who meet the eligibility requirements may qualify for aCounty contribution towardmedical coverage.This recruitment is being conducted to fill regular and a basic or fluent, bilingual positions. Bilingual positions require English and Spanish skills at either the basic (conversational) or fluent (reading, writing, and conversational) level. Applicants who wish to be considered for a bilingual position must indicate their level of skill in the required supplemental questionnaire. An examination will be conducted prior to employment to a bilingual position to confirm level of skill in this area. Bilingual premium pay is $1.15/hour. The employment list established from this recruitment may also fill other extra-help regular or bilingual positions that may occur during the active status of the employment list. The Civil Service titles for the job classes used for these positions areLicensed Vocational Nurse I and Staff Nurse I. *Salary is negotiable within the established range. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Minimum Qualifications Licensed Vocational Nurse I Education and Experience: Any combination of education and work experience which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed herein. Normally, this would include graduation from an accredited Vocational Nursing Program. Professional License: Possession of a current California license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN). LVN license must be maintained as a condition of employment in this classification. Possession of current CPR and First Aid certifications is desirable. License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position. Staff Nurse I Education: Academic course work which directly relates to the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, graduation from an approved school of nursing will meet these requirements. License: Possession of a valid California license as a Registered Nurse or a Nurse Permittee. Possession of a valid California license as an R.N. must be acquired within six months of employment. Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including necessary special endorsements, as required by the State of California to perform the essential job functions of the position. License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Licensed Vocational Nurse I Knowledge of: vocational nursing theory and practice, rules, regulations and procedures; medical vocabulary commonly used in conveying instructions and orders between doctors, nurses, and licensed psychiatric technicians; mandated client rights, confidentiality requirements for medical information; medical supplies and equipment, their care and use; basic communicable disease; infection control practices and procedures; basic emergency care; California laws governing treatment of involuntary clients; principles of Trauma-Informed and Recovery-Oriented care; the use, administration, and effects of narcotics and medicines; and behavioral patterns and symptoms of clients under the influence of alcohol and substances of abuse. Ability to: follow oral and written directions of nursing technical and professional nature; communicate with clients empathetically and compassionately; maintain and interpret medical records and reports; write progress notes to Medi-Cal standards; stand and walk for long periods and work under mental and physical strain; occasionally restrain clients; work as part of a team; establish and maintain effective working relationships; maintain client rights and privacy as it relates to HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996); and abide by established communications codes. Staff Nurse I Some knowledge of: the modern methods, theories, techniques and procedures used in professional nursing; all aspects of the nursing process; assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation; medical terminology, hospital routines, procedures, equipment and facilities; the use, administration and effects of medicines and narcotics. Ability to: assess patient's needs and to recognize and manage changes in the patient's condition;observe and report both physical and emotional symptoms and conditions of patients; deal with patients and their families sympathetically and tactfully while carrying out prescribed treatment; assist patients in understanding and accepting their diagnosis, conditions and treatments; follow oral and written directions of a technical and professional nature in detail; motivate and teach patients and patients' families in assisting in their own care, treatment and health maintenance; protect the rights of patients and maintain confidentiality of all hospital and medical related matters; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and effective communication with other hospital and medical personnel; chart legibly, concisely, accurately and informatively; maintain, interpret and evaluate nursing charts, records and reports; work during weekdays, weekends, holidays, and various shift hours; comply with common hospital rules, regulations, practices and procedures; stand and walk for long periods and work under mental and physical strain. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all your employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application and should be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting a Jobwith the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the application, examination, and department selection processes. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal (pass/not pass) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's combination of educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position to ensure satisfaction of the minimum qualifications for this position. Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications for the position will be placed on an extra-help employment list and referred to the department. The department may contact candidates from the employment list who possess the most appropriate job-related qualifications for further consideration. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants. Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer are contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted on-line at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Continuousrecruitmentsmay close without notice at any time that a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people.Please view the County's Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for further information. HR Analyst: DPHR Technician:KC

The Job IMMEDIATE VACANCIES - Apply ASAP for Priority Consideration The Department of Public Health (DPH) has immediate openings for Contact Tracer - Public Health* to support state and local efforts to fight the COVID-19 outbreak nationwide by implementing a Contact Tracing program. The scale and complexity of the COVID-19 outbreak has underscored the need for prompt and effective implementation of evidence-based containment measures. Contact tracing is one of the interventions that has been used to effectively control recent pandemics (Ebola, SARS), and has shown to be effective against COVID-19 mitigation in South Korea, New Zealand, and elsewhere. Work Location: These positions are located in the Public Health offices in the city of San Bernardino and may require some travel within San Bernardino County. Duties include but are not limited to: Conduct telephone calls with persons newly-diagnosed with COVID-19 to complete case interviews, elicit and trace contacts exposed to COVID-19. Conduct virtual "needs" check, and connect at-risk COVID-19 positive patients and people in quarantine to local community resources. Provide follow-up instructions to cases and to contacts related to isolation/quarantine, symptom monitoring, and assess the need for medical care and supportive services. Communicate with cases and contacts in a professional and empathetic manner. Collect and record information from the case interview/contact gathering into the data system. Follow approved scripts and protocols, provide people with approved information on state/local isolation and quarantine procedures, and if appropriate, refer them to testing according to protocol. Provide information on where to find other social, health resources using approved script/resource list. Receive telephone consent for potential follow-up calls from the County or other organizations offering support services. Protect and maintain individual privacy and confidentiality. Maintain daily communication with their supervisor, as assigned. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT This position is an extra-help, unclassified position, and incumbents shall be considered at-will and probationary throughout the term of employment. Background Investigations: Incumbents selected for these positions must pass a background investigation that includes a DOJ check, verification of employment history and education, and a pre-employment physical examination. Training Certificate: All applicants must receive a certification of completion for Making Contact: A Training for COVID-19 Contact Tracers* , administered by ASTHO. *Official classification title is Communicable Disease Investigator I . Minimum Requirements Applicants must qualify under one of the following OPTIONS (A, B, or C): OPTION A (Licensed Vocational Nurse Experience): Applicant must possess a current California Vocational Nurse (LVN) license, -and- possess one (1) year full-time equivalent experience as an LVN. You must indicate license number and expiration date on the application. --OR-- OPTION B (Required Field of Study): Applicant must possess thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of completed college coursework in health/social/biological sciences, public health, epidemiology, or social work. [A list of coursework must be provided in the supplemental questionnaire (Q. 7), if you do not possess a bachelor's degree, or higher, in one of the required fields of study as described.] --OR-- OPTION C (Investigations/Epidemiology Experience): Applicant must possess six (6) months of full-time equivalent experience interviewing patients and conducting investigations regarding communicable diseases in a public health department, -or- possess six (6) months of full-time equivalent experience performing collection, analysis, and reporting of health, epidemiological, demographic, or disease data. In addition to the qualifying options as described above, ALL applicants must also possess the following requirement: COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Applicants must possess the ability to speak, read, and write English. Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess the following highly desirable qualifications: Health-related professional experience or public health training Ability to demonstrate a professional, positive attitude and work ethic Ability to prioritize workload, set and meet deadlines Ability to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact professionally with people from cultural, racial, ethnic, gender, and socioeconomic backgrounds during a time of crisis and distress Ability to show empathy and be nonjudgmental towards distressed individuals Excellent organizational and communication skills Critical thinking and sound judgment required Experience navigating computer systems and ability to comply with data integrity and security policies, safeguarding all personal identifiable information (PII) Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism Proficiency in languages other than English is a plus** (especially American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Vietnamese, and/or Tagalog) Members of highly impacted communities are strongly encouraged to apply Preference given to San Bernardino County residents **NOTE: Additional compensation may be associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Selection Process Applications will be accepted continuously and reviewed on a regular basis. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time. To be considered for this excellent opportunity, complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Priority Application Review Date: Sunday, November 29, 2020 To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process Closing Date/Time: Continuous