Correction's Officer

Under limited supervision, the Community Services Representative III (Care Case Manager) is responsible for implementing program activities for the Minority AIDS Initiative Medical Case Management Program.

Bilingual English/Spanish Is Required.

Performs outreach activities to identify potential HIV/AIDS and other at‑risk clients for targeted services; conducts psychosocial assessments; develops treatment plans; provides referrals and linkages to services; treatment advocacy; maintains current up‑to‑date progress notes; implements individual treatment plans; collects data and reports activities utilizing Case Watch reporting and collection systems; participates in program evaluation activities, clinical supervision, and case conferences; establishes and maintains active relationships with agencies that are potential sources of client recruitment and resources;

maintains regular and active presence at various community meetings representing the City of Pasadena; serves as the lead on issues related to client care services; assists clients with the ADAP enrollment process and remaining adherent and compliant with medication regimens and medical appointments; performs related duties as assigned.

Any combination of education, training, and experience which has provided the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities for acceptable job performance, such as: three years of experience providing community service in the area of HIV/AIDS case management, treatment advocacy, education, and/or clinical services. A bachelors' degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or other related field is highly desirable. Certified HIV Test Counselor and/or ADAP enrollment worker are a plus.

Bilingual English/Spanish is required.

Knowledge of the risk factors and behaviors associated with HIV/AIDS, human sexuality, substance abuse, sexually transmitted diseases, mental health issues, and domestic violence; AIDS Drug Assistance Program and community resources; possession of strong social and/or cultural ties within the targeted populations and demonstrated cultural competence; MS Office programs, including Internet and Case Watch Reporting System. Ability to work with individuals suffering from chronic illnesses, substance abuse, mental disorders, and homelessness;

culturally and ethnically diverse populations; professionally represent the department in community meetings and outreach events; work independently with minimal supervision; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; maintain effective and professional relationships with clients, staff, and members of the community; develop and maintain accurate written documentation; bilingual in English/Spanish.

Applicants who appear best qualified based on their application and supplemental application submitted will be invited to any combination of written, performance, and oral appraisal to further evaluate their job-related experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Probationary work test period is six months.

There is currently one Limited Term, Grant Funded vacancy in the Public Health Department, which may be filled as a result of this examination process.

Possession of or ability to obtain a Class C California driver's license, access to a car and proof of automobile insurance to travel to different work sites. Must be available to work some weekends and evenings as necessary. Bilingual English/Spanish is required.

Effective January 1, 2013, new members to CalPERS or an agency with CALPERS' reciprocity or who have more than a six month break in service between employment in a CalPERS (or reciprocal) agency will be subject to the provisions of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) and will receive the 2% @ 62 benefit formula.

Employees who are current members of CalPERS or an agency with CalPERS' reciprocity, or who have less than a six month break in service between employment in a CalPERS (or reciprocal) agency and employment with the City will be enrolled in the 2.5% @ 55 benefit formula.

All employees are required to pay the full employee contribution to CalPERS.