Logo
MESQUITE MENTAL HEALTH CTR

Las Vegas, Boulder City, Indian Springs, Jean, Henderson

MESQUITE MENTAL HEALTH CTR, Henderson, Nevada, us, 89077


Nevada Employee Action and Timekeeping SystemAPPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY - $56,689.20 to $83,666.16 PAY GRADE: 32For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.

JOB INFORMATION

Work Type: Permanent, full time vacancies as they may occur in this geographical location.Location: Las Vegas, Boulder City, Indian Springs, Jean, HendersonApplications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied.

**

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.The Position

Social Workers are licensed professionals who provide case management services to children, families, vulnerable adults with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities, serious mental illness, and older adults (collectively referred to as "vulnerable adults") and other individuals within local communities and institutions.Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills, and abilities required in this occupation. The Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) is recruiting for multiple Social Worker 1 positions in Las Vegas, Nevada. This recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur in the following programs: Home & Community Based Services (HCBS) and Adult Protective Services (APS). This recruitment is to underfill a Social Worker 2 position with Home & Community Based Services and to underfill a Social Worker 3 with Adult Protective Services. Advancement to the next level may occur after meeting the minimum qualification, satisfactory performance, and with endorsement of the appointing authority.The social workers within ADSD may support Nevada's frail older adults and people with physical disabilities to remain independent in the community and prevent long-term care placements. Additionally, they will be responsible for assisting vulnerable adults, age 18 to 59, in addition to persons 60 years and older who are abused, neglected, exploited, isolated, or abandoned by investigating, providing, or arranging for services to alleviate and prevent further maltreatment while safeguarding their civil liberties. ADSD provides an atmosphere of innovative thinking, teamwork, friendly co-workers, and positive work settings. We are also committed to fostering an environment of both inclusiveness and diversity within our workforce. The mission of ADSD is to provide leadership and advocacy in the planning, development, and delivery of high-quality, comprehensive support service systems across the lifespan to allow all of Nevada's elders, children, and adults with disabilities or special health care needs, to live independent, meaningful, and dignified lives to the greatest extent possible. The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

*** THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***Minimum Qualifications

In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:Education and Experience

Licensure or provisional licensure as a Social Worker, Clinical Social Worker, Independent Social Worker, or Associate in Social Work.Special Requirements

A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for fingerprinting.Licensure or provisional licensure by the State of Nevada Board of Examiners for Social Workers as a Social Worker, Clinical Social Worker, Independent Social Worker, or Associate in Social Work is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of employment.Additional Position Criteria

Social Worker Licensure must be obtained within 3 months of application date.The Examination

Application Evaluation ExamThe exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for an interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here:EmailDirect Inquiries or Correspondence to:

Division of Human Resource ManagementNorthern Nevada515 East Musser Street,First FloorCarson City, Nevada 89701-4204

TDD for the Hearing Impaired (800) 326-6868

Division of Human Resource ManagementSouthern Nevada7251 Amigo St,Suite 120Las Vegas, NV 89119

TDD for the Hearing Impaired (800) 326-6868To begin the application process, click on the Apply button. Click Cancel to return to the previous page.

#J-18808-Ljbffr