County of Santa Clara
Social Worker III - Social Services Agency - DAAS
County of Santa Clara, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Social Worker III - Social Services Agency - DAAS
Under general direction, provides skilled social work services to cases requiring maximum service, and involving a variety of complex social problems and treatment plans.
Adult Protective Services (APS) Program Responsibilities In Adult Protective Services (APS) program, Social Worker III's may be assigned to receive, assess, and document reports of Elder or Dependent Adult abuse and neglect, investigate allegations, and document case‑related activities. The ability to apply critical thinking skills and to develop professional collaborative partnerships with multi‑disciplinary teams, county and community programs and law enforcement agencies is highly desired. A Masterʼs Degree in Social Work is preferred for Social Worker III positions in APS.
In Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Program Responsibilities In the IHSS program, Social Worker III's may be assigned to case‑carrying assignments, evaluating and assessing yearly service needs based on Medi‑Cal, Medicare, and SSI eligibility. Candidates must be able to conduct field visits to complete initial and yearly reevaluations of clientsʼ service needs.
Eligibility and Language Requirements Bilingual candidates and those with cultural competency in serving persons with diverse backgrounds, including Latino, African and Asian ancestry are encouraged to apply. If you speak a second language fluently (i.e., Vietnamese, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish, etc.), please specify that on your application. The ability to speak fluently (speak, read & write) in the chosen language will be tested. Candidate must take and pass the required language fluency examination (i.e., ability to speak, read and write Spanish) for the specified language skill on your application (extended offer is contingent upon passing all pre‑employment requisites—language certification and background check).
Sign‑On Bonus & Salary Increases Candidates hired may be eligible to receive a sign‑on bonus, up to $5,000. A new hire into a position with the Social Services Agency in the classification of Social Worker II or Social Worker III, assigned to any shift, may be eligible to receive a sign‑on bonus of up to $5,000 (subject to discontinuation at any time).
Additional salary range increases are scheduled on the following dates:
Effective June 22, 2026 – 4.00% increase
Effective June 21, 2027 – 4.00% increase
Benefits Paid differentials (e.g., bilingual, assignment) may be given to a hired applicant.
Learn more about Social Services Agency: https://socialservices.sccgov.org/about-us/working-at-ssa
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Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Other
Industries: Government Administration, Individual and Family Services, and Non‑profit Organizations
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Adult Protective Services (APS) Program Responsibilities In Adult Protective Services (APS) program, Social Worker III's may be assigned to receive, assess, and document reports of Elder or Dependent Adult abuse and neglect, investigate allegations, and document case‑related activities. The ability to apply critical thinking skills and to develop professional collaborative partnerships with multi‑disciplinary teams, county and community programs and law enforcement agencies is highly desired. A Masterʼs Degree in Social Work is preferred for Social Worker III positions in APS.
In Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Program Responsibilities In the IHSS program, Social Worker III's may be assigned to case‑carrying assignments, evaluating and assessing yearly service needs based on Medi‑Cal, Medicare, and SSI eligibility. Candidates must be able to conduct field visits to complete initial and yearly reevaluations of clientsʼ service needs.
Eligibility and Language Requirements Bilingual candidates and those with cultural competency in serving persons with diverse backgrounds, including Latino, African and Asian ancestry are encouraged to apply. If you speak a second language fluently (i.e., Vietnamese, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish, etc.), please specify that on your application. The ability to speak fluently (speak, read & write) in the chosen language will be tested. Candidate must take and pass the required language fluency examination (i.e., ability to speak, read and write Spanish) for the specified language skill on your application (extended offer is contingent upon passing all pre‑employment requisites—language certification and background check).
Sign‑On Bonus & Salary Increases Candidates hired may be eligible to receive a sign‑on bonus, up to $5,000. A new hire into a position with the Social Services Agency in the classification of Social Worker II or Social Worker III, assigned to any shift, may be eligible to receive a sign‑on bonus of up to $5,000 (subject to discontinuation at any time).
Additional salary range increases are scheduled on the following dates:
Effective June 22, 2026 – 4.00% increase
Effective June 21, 2027 – 4.00% increase
Benefits Paid differentials (e.g., bilingual, assignment) may be given to a hired applicant.
Learn more about Social Services Agency: https://socialservices.sccgov.org/about-us/working-at-ssa
#INDSSA
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Other
Industries: Government Administration, Individual and Family Services, and Non‑profit Organizations
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