Social Services Worker III - CWS - Lead

Company: TULARE COUNTY HR & DEVELOPMENT
Location: Visalia
Posted on: September 17, 2020

Job Description:

Social Services Worker III - CWS - Lead Salary: $57,389.00 - $69,942.00 Annually Location: Multiple locations throughout Tulare County, CA Job Type: Full-Time Department: Health and Human Services Agency Job Number: 21-044044 Closing: 9/18/:59 PM Pacific Multiple vacancies with the Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA). Vacancies are located throughout Tulare County. This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill immediate and future vacancies. CWS 2nd Shift Team Child Welfare Services of Tulare County is excited to announce an 18-month pilot program titled "CWS 2nd Shift Team" The CWS 2nd Shift Team will include a supervisor, a CWS Social Services Worker III-Lead, and three (3) CWS Social Services Worker III's.The shift will be from 2pm to 11pm, (8 hours), Monday through Friday. Employees assigned to the program will receive a 4% pay differential due to the scheduled hours of the shift. The pay differential will be paid for the term of the employees' time in the program. Typical Duties To provide a lead supervising role to manage complex and difficult caseload involving one or more areas within the Child Welfare Services (CWS) spectrum; assign cases to other Social Services Workers III-CWS and consult with staff on various aspects of their cases; review and approve case treatment plans, and monitor case plans for timeliness; assist in the completion of performance evaluations; ensure new employees receive mentoring and training; perform case studies for the purpose of assessing and diagnosing individual and family problems; investigate and make recommendations concerning family situations involving neglect or child abuse; testify in court on assigned cases as needed; refer and transport clients to specialized services for specific types of counseling or therapy; interpret and explain rules, regulations, and policies to clients and applicants; prepare and maintain case records, case narratives and court reports; participate in staff development programs to increase technical competence; develop, implement and monitor complex treatment plans; maintain confidentiality of all information and materials handled; plan, develop and make presentations; input data into a statewide, computerized client tracking and management system; prepare memos, letters and reports; represent CWS in all mandated court appearances including detention, disposition, 90 day review, 6,12 & 18 month reviews, permanency planning hearings as well as any other required count appearances. Employment Standards MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMinimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in social work or closely related field.Experience: One (1) year of advanced case management experience equivalent to that of a Social Services Worker III-CWS in Tulare County. Knowledge of: Dynamics of child abuse and neglect; interviewing and counseling methods and techniques; community resources available to assist clients; terminology and vocabulary relevant to social work and social service programs; caseload management methods and techniques; components of treatment plans and their development and implementation; techniques for diagnosing family situations and problems sufficient to develop, implement, and monitor treatment plans; basic math including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Skill/Ability to: Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers; operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard and all applicable electronic equipment; manage a caseload; willingness and ability to work on-call and extended hours; supervise, train, evaluate and monitor the work of Social Services Worker III-CWS; investigate and make recommendations concerning family situations involving neglect or child abuse; verbally communicate sufficiently to explain technical information to people of various socio-economic, cultural, and educational backgrounds; read, interpret and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to social service programs; write clear, concise, grammatically correct case narratives, court reports, records and letters; follow verbal and written instructions; retain and recall information; adjust to changes in workload and coordinate work with others; establish rapport and maintain effective working relationships with others; input and retrieve data into and from statewide, computerized client tracking and management system; use patience, tact and courtesy in dealing with people under various circumstances and under emotional stress; identify problems, collect and evaluate information, organize and analyze material, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations; use and develop community resources to best serve clients needs; maintain confidentiality of all information and materials; prepare, organize and give oral presentations; act effectively in emotional and stressful situations in order to respond to emergencies and adopt an appropriate course of action. DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Education: Master's degree in social work.Experience: Two years experience as a Social Services Worker III-CWS in Tulare County.Knowldege of: Child Welfare Services regulations and processes.Skill/Ability to: Apply child abuse and neglect dynamics to case situations; use child development dynamics in assessing a child's developmental stage. Additional Information Conditions of Employment

• Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
• Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted.
• An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions.
• Some job classes may also require a physical exam. College Cost Reduction Access ActThis may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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