Social Worker Supervisor -II Family & Children's Services

We are currently hiring for a Social Worker Supervisor I & II-A in our Family & Children’s Services Division!

This leadership opportunity is based in Ukiah and offers the chance to support and guide staff dedicated to serving children and families throughout Mendocino County. If you are an experienced social services professional looking to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply.

This position is located in Ukiah, CA

$37.99 - $48.43 hourly + 10% Family & Children's Services premium AND, a generous benefits package

Recruitment closes September 24, 2026.

Questions about the position or application process?

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Please note, applications will only be considered if submitted through the County of Mendocino website.

Social Workers in Family & Children’s Services handle everything from emergency response and investigations to writing court reports with recommendations and participating in court hearings. They work independently to support families through assessment, service linkage, ongoing case management, and reunification efforts.

• Pattern 1:
  One (1) year of full-time experience performing advanced level social work case management, as defined below, at the level, or the equivalent in education and experience, of the Social Worker IV classification in Mendocino County.
• Pattern 2:
  Bachelor's degree from an accredited four year college or university with a major in social welfare/social work, social/human services, sociology, or other social or behavioral science;
  AND two (2) years of full-time experience performing advanced journey level social work case management, as defined below, at the level, or the equivalent in education and experience, of the Social Worker III classification in Mendocino County.
• Pattern 3:
  Bachelor's degree from an accredited four year college or university with a major in any field with successful completion of 30 semester units (45 quarter) in social welfare, social/human services, sociology, or other social or behavioral science;
  AND three (3) years of full-time experience performing advanced journey level social work case management, as defined below, at the level, or the equivalent in education and experience, of the Social Worker III classification in Mendocino County.
• A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in social work,
  or a Master's Degree from an accredited two-year counseling program;
  AND one (1) year of experience performing social work case management, as defined below, at the level, or the equivalent in education and experience, of the Social Worker IV classification in Mendocino County.

Social work case management is defined as: case management performed by a professional Social Worker or Protective Services Worker, as opposed to healthcare (or other non-social work) case management, with direct responsibility for assessing and evaluating clients; conducting investigations of abuse and neglect; preparing court reports; responsibility for a long term caseload, monitoring compliance through home calls and other personal contact;

collaborating with other agencies and linking clients to resources and programs; developing a case plan, modifying case plans as needed/required; and having authority to impose sanctions or implement actions that impact services.