What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Social Worker position at San Bernardino County?
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Children and Family Services (CFS) is recruiting for Administrative Social Workers who provide assistance in the screening and delivery of social services to individuals and families who seek help resolving a variety of human services issues. Administrative Social Workers assist Social Workers and Social Service Practitioners in completing initial screenings and determining client eligibility for specific programs; interviewing clients to assess needs and providing assistance; researching and completing documentation for adoption finalization; preparing and tracking requests for clients; preparing, inputting, and processing documentation needed as part of the court ordered service plan. Administrative Social Workers within Children and Family Services may also supervise family visits, provide client transportation (short and long distances), and monitor and provide care for children during appointments or who are awaiting placement. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, flexible, able to work with diverse populations, and has good communication skills.
The eligible list from this recruitment will be used to fil vacancies throughout the County as they arise. Candidates available for Needles and Yucca Valley locations are especially encouraged to apply.For more detailed information, refer to the Administrative Social Worker job description.
Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation.
Excellent Benefits
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Summary of Benefits
Memoranda of Understanding (MOU)
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Schedule: Shifts may include hours ranging from 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Work Location: Incumbents will be assigned to work at a designated CFS office. Current vacancies exist in San Bernardino, Rancho Cucamonga, Victorville, Barstow, Needles, and Yucca Valley. The resulting list may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur. Indicate on the agency-wide questions all locations where you are willing to accept employment. Refusing a job offer due to location will result in removal from the list. Office locations may change due to space and department operational needs.
Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
Lifting: Positions in CFS require the ability to lift and carry children weighing up to fifty (50) lbs.
Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
Lifting: Positions in CFS require the ability to lift and carry children weighing up to fifty (50) lbs.
Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Education: Thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of completed college coursework in behavioral science, psychology, sociology, social services, human services, behavioral anthropology, gerontology, cultural and gender studies, human development or a closely related field. (Note: Candidates with degree titles not specified above (e.g. Criminal Justice, Political Science, etc.) may be considered but must provide coursework for review).
Degrees or coursework completed outside of the U.S. must be accompanied by an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service indicating equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Proof of the required completed coursework and/or degree(s) will be required at the time of the interview.
There will be an online examination which will consist of an evaluation of knowledge and skills on the following topics:
- Social Service Concepts
- Public Contact
- Interviewing/Interpersonal Skills
Details of the online assessment process will be emailed once the recruitment has closed. All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email or text message. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.
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Applications will be accepted continuously and reviewed periodically. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
For your convenience, a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail is available in the attached PDF. Download the PDF Guide. Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources (@hr.sbcounty.gov OR @governmentjobs.com) and CFS (CFSRecruitment@hss.sbcounty.gov). It is highly recommended you turn on and allow Job Opportunity Text Messaging located in your account settings.
Applications will be accepted continuously and reviewed periodically. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
Additional Information and Resources:
If you need technical assistance, review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information (Download PDF).
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process
Salary : $51,043 - $70,200