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Contra Costa County, CA

Social Work Supervisor II

Contra Costa County, CA, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


Salary :

$109,562.88 - $133,174.44 Annually

Location :

Contra Costa County, CA

Job Type:

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number:

X0HA-2024A

Department:

Employment & Human Services

Opening Date:

11/06/2024

Closing Date:

Continuous

FLSA:

Exempt

Bargaining Unit:

2I

The Position

Bargaining Unit: Local 1021 - Social Services First Line Supervisors Unit

The Employment and Human Services Department is currently accepting applications to fill nine (9) vacancies for Social Work Supervisor II.

Contra Costa County's Employment and Human Services Department works diligently to provide the community with resources that support, protect, and empower individuals and families to achieve self-sufficiency. The department is committed to hiring candidates that share our core values of delivering an exceptional customer service experience, encouraging open communication, embracing change, practicing ethical behavior, and embracing diversity.

We are looking for someone who is:Capable of meeting deadlines and working in a high-pressure work settingA leader who possesses the skill of encouraging and energizing the team to attain their objectives effectivelyProficient in demonstrating, instructing, mentoring, coaching, and providing assistance to staff in a fast-paced work environmentPatient and flexible in covering additional duties when neededKnowledgeable about Child Welfare initiatives and Risk Assessment toolsAble to develop innovative strategies to solve complex problems and assist familiesA critical thinkerWhat you will typically be responsible for:Supervising a team of Social Worker II & III professionals, along with clerical and support personnelEstablishing clear performance expectations, tracking and coaching staff progress, and resolving conflicts and disputes effectivelyManaging individual programs and facilitating both individual supervision meetings and group meetingsOverseeing staff attendance, timesheets, and leaves, as well as providing supervision and training to interns and new staff, and managing ongoing learning for experienced staffUnderstanding and interpreting County, State, and Federal Child Welfare policies and protocols, and training staff on policy and protocol implementationParticipating in inter-agency meetings and County committees relevant to Child Welfare and juvenile dependencyVerifying that Social Workers are meeting compliance for timely home visits, face to face contacts, investigations, and Court reportsReviewing and approving Court Reports, Case Plans, Risk Assessment tools and other written materials for accuracy and proper grammar; as well as coaching and instructing social workers to enhance their writing skillsA few reasons you might love this job:Your contributions can lead to significant and meaningful changes within the Bureau and the communityYou thrive in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment that demands complex thought, adaptability, and flexibilityYour work is making a direct contribution to safeguarding children and assisting families in achieving their full potentialYou find joy in teaching, inspiring, and enabling social workers to do excellent work and achieve their maximum capabilities, all while providing high quality case management servicesYou appreciate working in an environment that serves individuals from diverse cultures and backgroundsA few challenges you might face in this job :You operate under pressure to meet compliance and Court deadlinesYou frequently implement new and changing policies at a County levelYou work with staff who may be experiencing stress, secondary trauma, and burnoutYou work with a non-voluntary client populationCompetencies Required:Critical Thinking:

Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claimsReading Comprehension:

Understanding and using written informationLegal & Regulatory Navigation:

Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulationsAdaptability:

Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requiresHandling Stress:

Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversityProfessional Integrity & Ethics:

Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountabilityOral Communication:

Engaging effectively in dialogueWriting:

Communicating effectively in writingBuilding & Maintaining Relationships:

Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationshipsCoaching & Developing Others:

Supporting others in stretching and expanding their capabilitiesManaging Performance:

Ensuring superior individual and group performanceValuing Diversity:

Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplaceTo read the complete job description, please visit the website,

The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.Minimum Qualifications

License Required:

Possession of a valid California motor vehicle operator's license. Out-of- State motor vehicle operator's license will be accepted during the application process.

Education:

Possession of a master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Social Work, Counseling or Psychology with a specialization in Marriage, Family Therapy or in a major within the social/human services field or Gerontology specifically for Adult Protective Services.

Experience:

Three (3) years of full-time (or the equivalent of full-time) complex and specialized social casework experience in a public or private human services agency equivalent to a Contra Costa County Social Worker III or the assessment of risk to children or adults and participation in Juvenile or Superior Court proceedings.

Desirable Qualifications:Experience as a Child Welfare Social WorkerKnowledge of child abuse, mental health, substance abuse, intimate partner violence, and trauma informed practiceStrong writing and communication skills

Selection Process

Application Filing and Evaluation:

Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.HireVue Oral Exam:

The assessment will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the job. In the assessment, candidates must achieve an average passing score of 70% or higher on each of the competencies and an overall passing score of 70% or higher. These may include, but are not limited to: Critical Thinking, Professional Integrity & Ethics, Handling Stress, Valuing Diversity, and Oral Communication.Departmental Hiring Interview

The online interview will be administered remotely using a computer or mobile device such as a tablet. You will need access to a reliable internet connection to participate in the online interview, as well as computer or mobile device with a camera.

Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the selection process.

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Matthew Damm at matthew.damm@hrd.cccounty.us. For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs' applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627.

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

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The purpose of the questionnaire is to provide applicants the opportunity to elaborate on their experience, education, and training for the Social Work Supervisor II position and to assist Human Resources staff in assessing each applicant's qualifications. Your responses to the questionnaire will be used to better understand your relevant experience, education, and training to determine which applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the recruitment process. Do not answer any of the questions by indicating "see attached application or see resume."

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Do you possess a valid driver's license?

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Do you possess a Master's degree or higher with a major in Social Work, Counseling or Psychology with a specialization in Marriage, Family Therapy or in a major within the social/human services field or Gerontology specifically for Adult Protective Services?

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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate the field of study in which you obtained your degree here. If you do not have a Master's Degree or higher as described, type "N/A".

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Do you possess three (3) years of full-time (or the equivalent of full-time) complex and specialized social casework experience in a public or private human services agency equivalent to a Contra Costa County Social Worker III or the assessment of risk to children or adults and participation in Juvenile or Superior Court proceedings?

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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please provide detailed information about your relevant work experience. Include the Organization Name, Job Title, Dates Worked, and Responsibilities. If you do not have experience as described above, type "N/A".

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By checking this box, I am confirming that all statements made in this supplemental questionnaire and on the application are accurate and true; and I understand that misstatements or omissions of material facts will result in being rejected from this recruitment process, or released from future employment with Contra Costa County.

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