San Bernardino County
Lead Social Service Practitioner (CFS)
San Bernardino County, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Overview
Mentor and guide staff to excellence in the delivery of child welfare services. Children and Family Services (CFS) is recruiting for Lead Social Service Practitioners who function as lead workers and provide diagnosis, assessment, intervention, and case management support to individuals, groups, children, and/or families with complex health, psychosocial or economic problems. Incumbents also perform specialized social work duties, train and mentor Social Workers and lower level Social Service Practitioners, and assist Supervising Social Service Practitioners with supervisory functions.
Click Here for Social Service Practitioner Job Preview Video. For more detailed information, refer to the Lead Social Service Practitioner job description. Salary and benefits information includes planned increases and special assignments/financial incentives as described below. Salary Increases
3% Annual Across the Board Salary Increases effective August 8, 2026. (Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance.) Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to Top Step of Applicable Salary Range. Special Assignments / Financial Incentives
Candidates available for the following assignments are encouraged to apply and may receive additional compensation as specified in the MOU. Bilingual Positions Standby or call-back duty Rotating/Swing/Night Shift : CFS provides 24-hour emergency response services and operates an After Hours Response Center, which requires availability to work swing and/or night shift. Positions may be assigned to work a 4/10 or 3/12 schedule and may be eligible to receive an Evening/Night Shift Differential. Indicate willingness to work rotating shifts, which includes weekends, on your application. Responsibilities
Lead Social Service Practitioners function as lead workers and provide diagnosis, assessment, intervention, and case management support to individuals or groups with complex health, psychosocial, or economic problems. Incumbents also perform specialized social work duties, train and mentor Social Workers and lower level Social Service Practitioners, and assist Supervising Social Service Practitioners with supervisory functions. Qualifications
Experience:
Two (2) years of experience, all of which must have been obtained within the last five (5) years, in a government child welfare agency performing duties equivalent to a journey-level Social Service Practitioner in San Bernardino County. Equivalent experience must include performing complex social work assignments, comprehensive diagnostic assessments, in-depth clinical intervention, and treatment plans. Note: Experience as a Social Worker II or Social Service Practitioner I is not considered qualifying. Education:
A Master\'s degree in Social Work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education OR a Master\'s degree in Human Services, Psychology, Counseling with an emphasis in marriage, family, or child counseling, or a closely related field. Candidates in Final Year of Master\'s Program:
Applications will be accepted from candidates who are within 120 days of completing a qualifying degree, provided they meet the minimum requirements for experience at time of application. Job offers may be contingent upon degree completion; verification of qualifications will be required prior to hire. The ideal candidate will possess experience in training/mentoring and Safety Organized Practice. Conditions of Employment
Travel:
Travel throughout the County is required. A valid California Class C Driver License is required. Proof of automobile liability insurance and a clean driving record must be maintained. Long distance and occasional out-of-state travel may be required; applicants must be able to travel by airplane. Employees may be required to use personal vehicles. Physical:
Positions require visiting clients in homes and other settings to complete risk and safety assessments. Must be able to visually assess allegations of abuse and the client\'s environment as mandated by the State of California. Positions require ability to lift and carry children up to 50 lbs. Sponsorship:
San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Application Process and Evaluation
The recruitment includes a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire. Resumes may be submitted as supplemental information but are typically not reviewed unless requested. Resumes should not be used in lieu of completing the application and supplemental questionnaires. All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email or text message. Ensure the email provided on this application is current. Update spam/junk settings to receive all recruitment communications. Additional Information and Resources
If you need technical assistance, review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact the toll-free Applicant Support line. The County is not responsible for issues caused by internet connectivity, computer, or browser. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / ADA:
San Bernardino County is an equal opportunity employer and is ADA compliant. ADA Accommodation:
If you need accommodations during the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of the recruitment filing deadline. Veterans\' Preference:
Eligible veterans and certain family members may receive additional Veterans\' Preference points. See the information on the Veterans\' Preference page. For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
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Mentor and guide staff to excellence in the delivery of child welfare services. Children and Family Services (CFS) is recruiting for Lead Social Service Practitioners who function as lead workers and provide diagnosis, assessment, intervention, and case management support to individuals, groups, children, and/or families with complex health, psychosocial or economic problems. Incumbents also perform specialized social work duties, train and mentor Social Workers and lower level Social Service Practitioners, and assist Supervising Social Service Practitioners with supervisory functions.
Click Here for Social Service Practitioner Job Preview Video. For more detailed information, refer to the Lead Social Service Practitioner job description. Salary and benefits information includes planned increases and special assignments/financial incentives as described below. Salary Increases
3% Annual Across the Board Salary Increases effective August 8, 2026. (Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance.) Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to Top Step of Applicable Salary Range. Special Assignments / Financial Incentives
Candidates available for the following assignments are encouraged to apply and may receive additional compensation as specified in the MOU. Bilingual Positions Standby or call-back duty Rotating/Swing/Night Shift : CFS provides 24-hour emergency response services and operates an After Hours Response Center, which requires availability to work swing and/or night shift. Positions may be assigned to work a 4/10 or 3/12 schedule and may be eligible to receive an Evening/Night Shift Differential. Indicate willingness to work rotating shifts, which includes weekends, on your application. Responsibilities
Lead Social Service Practitioners function as lead workers and provide diagnosis, assessment, intervention, and case management support to individuals or groups with complex health, psychosocial, or economic problems. Incumbents also perform specialized social work duties, train and mentor Social Workers and lower level Social Service Practitioners, and assist Supervising Social Service Practitioners with supervisory functions. Qualifications
Experience:
Two (2) years of experience, all of which must have been obtained within the last five (5) years, in a government child welfare agency performing duties equivalent to a journey-level Social Service Practitioner in San Bernardino County. Equivalent experience must include performing complex social work assignments, comprehensive diagnostic assessments, in-depth clinical intervention, and treatment plans. Note: Experience as a Social Worker II or Social Service Practitioner I is not considered qualifying. Education:
A Master\'s degree in Social Work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education OR a Master\'s degree in Human Services, Psychology, Counseling with an emphasis in marriage, family, or child counseling, or a closely related field. Candidates in Final Year of Master\'s Program:
Applications will be accepted from candidates who are within 120 days of completing a qualifying degree, provided they meet the minimum requirements for experience at time of application. Job offers may be contingent upon degree completion; verification of qualifications will be required prior to hire. The ideal candidate will possess experience in training/mentoring and Safety Organized Practice. Conditions of Employment
Travel:
Travel throughout the County is required. A valid California Class C Driver License is required. Proof of automobile liability insurance and a clean driving record must be maintained. Long distance and occasional out-of-state travel may be required; applicants must be able to travel by airplane. Employees may be required to use personal vehicles. Physical:
Positions require visiting clients in homes and other settings to complete risk and safety assessments. Must be able to visually assess allegations of abuse and the client\'s environment as mandated by the State of California. Positions require ability to lift and carry children up to 50 lbs. Sponsorship:
San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Application Process and Evaluation
The recruitment includes a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire. Resumes may be submitted as supplemental information but are typically not reviewed unless requested. Resumes should not be used in lieu of completing the application and supplemental questionnaires. All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email or text message. Ensure the email provided on this application is current. Update spam/junk settings to receive all recruitment communications. Additional Information and Resources
If you need technical assistance, review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact the toll-free Applicant Support line. The County is not responsible for issues caused by internet connectivity, computer, or browser. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / ADA:
San Bernardino County is an equal opportunity employer and is ADA compliant. ADA Accommodation:
If you need accommodations during the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of the recruitment filing deadline. Veterans\' Preference:
Eligible veterans and certain family members may receive additional Veterans\' Preference points. See the information on the Veterans\' Preference page. For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
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