Social Worker III

Pay Schedule XII, Grade 3M

Vacancy exists in the Department of Health and Human Services, Animal Services, Communicable Diseases & Environmental Health.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in this classification may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the Work Experience section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Under general supervision, administers a unit of a social services program, supervises professional and support staff engaged in the practice of social work.

• Plans and directs a unit within a social services program.
• Trains and supervises social workers and other professional and support personnel.
• Provides direct clinical services to individuals and groups participating in the program.
• Reviews client information and authorizes eligibility for financial assistance and other tangible services.
• Reviews and analyzes case records. Ensures adherence to Federal, State, and local procedures regarding services performed.
• Coordinates the program's activities with other agencies and programs, which provide services to families and individuals.
• Participates in the evaluation of unit performance and services provided.
• Participates in the recommendation and development of program policies and procedures.
• Interprets the social service program to professional personnel to effect an efficient, integrated service with other organizations and institutions.
• Administers funds allocated for assistance distributed by unit.
• Maintains records accounting for program's services and expenditures.
• Prepares reports and correspondence.

• Represents the agency or program at meetings and conferences and on boards or committees.
• Participates in public relations and education regarding services provided.
• Performs other related duties as required.

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NOTE:

The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

• Possession of a master's degree in social work from a college or university approved by the Council on Social Work Education.
• Four years' experience rendering professional social work services.

Education beyond a master's degree from an approved college or university in the field of social work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required experience.

• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and theories of social work and human behavior.
• Knowledge of the diagnosis, treatment, and management of social, emotional, and mental dysfunctions.
• Knowledge of the function and organization of community health and welfare programs and evaluation methods.
• Knowledge of administrative procedures and educational techniques in social services programs.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• Knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, procedures relating to performance of duties.
• Knowledge of organization and function.
• Skill in the development of effective treatment or service programs…