Social Worker I​/II

Social Worker Positions

The County of Siskiyou is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of any race, religion or ancestry.

In-person testing is required for this position. Positions may be located in Adult and Children's Services or Housing.

Social Worker I: $23.46 - $29.95

Social Worker II: $25.66 - $32.76

Effective January 1, 2025, employees will receive Social Services Division (SSD) Retention Pay as follows:

• One and a half percent (1.5%) upon the completion of twelve (12) months of consecutive service in the SSD;
• Three percent (3.0%) upon the completion of thirty-six (36) months of consecutive service in the SSD;
• Four and a half percent (4.5%) upon the completion of sixty (60) months of consecutive service in the SSD.

Under supervision, to learn to determine the need for basic social services required by Department of Human Services applicants or clients; to carry a limited non-complex caseload; and to do related work as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is the entry/trainee class in the Social Worker class series. Incumbents learn and receive training in Department organization, human service programs, basic case study methods, and case work services. As incumbents gain experience, they perform assignments on a more independent basis. After one (1) year of satisfactory performance, an incumbent is expected to promote to the Social Worker II level.

This class is distinguished from Social Worker II in that Social Worker II incumbents generally carry a regular caseload with greater independence of decision making and action. This classification is a for cause, non-exempt position.

Reports to

Social Worker Supervisor I

Classifications Supervised

None

Definition

Under general supervision, to carry a caseload of moderate difficulty determining the services required by Department of Human Services applicants or clients; to perform studies and develop client service plans; and to do related work as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is the journey level in the Social Worker class series. Incumbents perform needs assessments, develop service plans, and carry general services caseloads requiring previous experience in social work, performing basic assignments in areas such as adoptions and adult and child protective services. This class is distinguished from Social Worker I in that Social Worker I works in a learning and training capacity.

It is distinguished from Social Worker III in that a Social Worker III performs more complex social services casework requiring more comprehensive knowledge and utilization of community resources. This classification is a for cause, non-exempt position.

Reports to

Social Worker Supervisor

Classifications Supervised

None