South Bay Regional Public Communications Authority
Social Worker IV-A/IV-B (TMP)
South Bay Regional Public Communications Authority, Crescent City, California, us, 95532
Social Worker IV-A/IV-B (TMP)
South Bay Regional Public Communications Authority
Hourly Rate: $32.53 – $41.11 per hour.
Under general direction, the Social Worker IV A/B performs advanced casework dealing with complex individual and family problems; undertakes intensive treatment plans and counseling requiring professional knowledge and training; performs other related work as assigned. This is the highest non‑supervisory level in the series.
Responsibilities
Performs case studies to assess problems and determine appropriate types and methods of treatment.
Develops intensive short or long‑term treatment plans to improve or restore individual or family functioning.
Ensures all services are delivered respectfully, culturally sensitive and appropriate.
Acts as a casework consultant to staff members without professional training.
Functions at a highly skilled level in counseling, protective services, medical social work, family services, community organization and research.
Provides specific counseling such as marital, family, protective services for children or adults incapable of self‑care.
Investigates and provides services related to child welfare, neglect, abuse, emotional or behavioural problems and other health conditions affecting a child's development.
Handles investigations of abuse allegations by interviewing victims, assessing situations, and implementing protective measures; may testify in court.
Assesses prospective foster and adoptive parents; matches children with parents and counsels foster families.
Refers clients to other staff members.
Coordinates and monitors family visitations to assess progress toward case‑plan goals.
Interprets and explains rules, regulations and policies to clients and applicants.
Maintains case‑work records and handles correspondence.
Prepares court reports, case plans, narratives and safety plans in automated systems.
Operates a personal computer and other office equipment; enters and retrieves data and narratives from automated systems.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university; OR
Master’s degree from an accredited two‑year counseling program (e.g., Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Counseling, Mental Health Counseling, Addiction Counseling, Gerontology, Counseling Psychology); OR
One year of full‑time advanced journey (equivalent to MSS SW III) level case‑management experience; OR
For level IV B: Master’s degree plus one additional year of full‑time advanced case‑management experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Principles of organization, workload and time management.
Note‑taking, report writing, English composition, grammar, punctuation, spelling.
Phone etiquette and interview techniques.
Counseling, psycho‑social assessment and therapy.
Physical and mental health principles.
Local socio‑economic conditions and trends in public social services.
Interviewing and recording casework principles.
Law, rules and regulations governing public welfare agencies.
Community organizations and use of public and private resources.
Principles of personality growth and development, group behavior.
Current issues in social welfare.
Analysis and problem‑solving methodology.
Public welfare programs at federal, state and local levels.
Public assistance policies and programs.
Management needs of individuals with special medical needs.
Crisis intervention techniques.
Psychopathology and mental health services.
Signs and dynamics of abuse.
Ability To
Apply child psychology and family relationships principles.
Evaluate personal psychological factors in child and/or family situation.
Recognize signs of abuse and assess risk factors.
Act effectively in stressful situations.
Demonstrate skill in difficult casework areas.
Accept and use consultative supervision.
Analyze situations and adopt effective actions.
Interpret and explain laws, rules and regulations to clients.
Develop interview, case‑recording and interpretation skills.
Interact professionally with difficult clients.
Respect cultural differences.
Work constructively within a community setting.
Understand agency programs, policy and procedures.
Organize and maintain work detail.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Maintain client rapport.
Maintain confidentiality per legal standards.
Use computers and related software.
Maintain cooperative relationships with staff and outside organizations.
Equal Opportunity Statement The County of Del North is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual preference or disability. We welcome qualified applicants from all backgrounds.
Contact Del North Human Resources 981 H St., Suite 250 Crescent City, CA 95531 (707) 464‑7213
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South Bay Regional Public Communications Authority
Hourly Rate: $32.53 – $41.11 per hour.
Under general direction, the Social Worker IV A/B performs advanced casework dealing with complex individual and family problems; undertakes intensive treatment plans and counseling requiring professional knowledge and training; performs other related work as assigned. This is the highest non‑supervisory level in the series.
Responsibilities
Performs case studies to assess problems and determine appropriate types and methods of treatment.
Develops intensive short or long‑term treatment plans to improve or restore individual or family functioning.
Ensures all services are delivered respectfully, culturally sensitive and appropriate.
Acts as a casework consultant to staff members without professional training.
Functions at a highly skilled level in counseling, protective services, medical social work, family services, community organization and research.
Provides specific counseling such as marital, family, protective services for children or adults incapable of self‑care.
Investigates and provides services related to child welfare, neglect, abuse, emotional or behavioural problems and other health conditions affecting a child's development.
Handles investigations of abuse allegations by interviewing victims, assessing situations, and implementing protective measures; may testify in court.
Assesses prospective foster and adoptive parents; matches children with parents and counsels foster families.
Refers clients to other staff members.
Coordinates and monitors family visitations to assess progress toward case‑plan goals.
Interprets and explains rules, regulations and policies to clients and applicants.
Maintains case‑work records and handles correspondence.
Prepares court reports, case plans, narratives and safety plans in automated systems.
Operates a personal computer and other office equipment; enters and retrieves data and narratives from automated systems.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university; OR
Master’s degree from an accredited two‑year counseling program (e.g., Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Counseling, Mental Health Counseling, Addiction Counseling, Gerontology, Counseling Psychology); OR
One year of full‑time advanced journey (equivalent to MSS SW III) level case‑management experience; OR
For level IV B: Master’s degree plus one additional year of full‑time advanced case‑management experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Principles of organization, workload and time management.
Note‑taking, report writing, English composition, grammar, punctuation, spelling.
Phone etiquette and interview techniques.
Counseling, psycho‑social assessment and therapy.
Physical and mental health principles.
Local socio‑economic conditions and trends in public social services.
Interviewing and recording casework principles.
Law, rules and regulations governing public welfare agencies.
Community organizations and use of public and private resources.
Principles of personality growth and development, group behavior.
Current issues in social welfare.
Analysis and problem‑solving methodology.
Public welfare programs at federal, state and local levels.
Public assistance policies and programs.
Management needs of individuals with special medical needs.
Crisis intervention techniques.
Psychopathology and mental health services.
Signs and dynamics of abuse.
Ability To
Apply child psychology and family relationships principles.
Evaluate personal psychological factors in child and/or family situation.
Recognize signs of abuse and assess risk factors.
Act effectively in stressful situations.
Demonstrate skill in difficult casework areas.
Accept and use consultative supervision.
Analyze situations and adopt effective actions.
Interpret and explain laws, rules and regulations to clients.
Develop interview, case‑recording and interpretation skills.
Interact professionally with difficult clients.
Respect cultural differences.
Work constructively within a community setting.
Understand agency programs, policy and procedures.
Organize and maintain work detail.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Maintain client rapport.
Maintain confidentiality per legal standards.
Use computers and related software.
Maintain cooperative relationships with staff and outside organizations.
Equal Opportunity Statement The County of Del North is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual preference or disability. We welcome qualified applicants from all backgrounds.
Contact Del North Human Resources 981 H St., Suite 250 Crescent City, CA 95531 (707) 464‑7213
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