County of Riverside
Social Services Practitioner III - Adult Services Division
County of Riverside, Los Angeles, California, United States,
This recruitment will establish a candidate pool of qualified competitive applicants and will be used to fill future vacancies as they become available with the Department of Public Social Services (DPSS).Applications to this posting will be valid for up to 180 days. As positions become available, the recruiter will review applications and refer applicants should they meet the department's requirements.
Due to the nature and volume of this recruitment you will only receive correspondence if you are referred for an interview or when the event is complete.ALL APPLICANTS MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF THEIR OFFICIAL AND/OR UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS OF THEIR COMPLETED DEGREE AT AN ACCREDITED COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY.All applicants for positions at Harmony Haven Children’s and Youth Center must meet the age requirement of at least 21 years of age as required by the Transitional Shelter Care Facility Operating Standards by the California Department of Social Services. Applicants who are under 21 years of age are not eligible for positions within Harmony Haven, but may be eligible for positions in other divisions or departments.The County of Riverside's Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) seeks multiple Social Services Practitioner III positions throughout Riverside County (Western, Southern, Mid-County, and Desert Regions including Blythe, CA) for the Adult Services Division (ASD). Frequent driving may be required for all positions. Competitive candidates will be referred to the department on an ongoing basis.We are looking for someone who has:Excellent interpersonal skills when working with diverse clients of various ages, socio-economic backgrounds, cultures, and mental/physical capabilities.Proven ability to work collaboratively with other professionals in order to meet the needs of shared clients and promote quality care, safety, and well-being.Great written and verbal communication skills.Knowledge and ability to learn and apply complex laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to clients.Strong critical thinking, analytical, organizational, and time management skills.Tech-savvy skills and the ability to learn and use specialized case management software programs.A few reasons you might love this job:Opportunity to compassionately support children, elders/dependent adults and families.It's more than a desk job - travel throughout the vast County of Riverside to meet with clients and community partners.Work and network with dedicated professionals who share a passion for public service.Career growth and upward mobility within the department.Supportive and respectful working environment that values work-life balance.A few challenges you might face in this job:Fast-paced environment.Meeting mandated deadlines.The need for documentation and technical writing.Identifying ways to navigate social service delivery with limited resources while meeting clients' identified goals and needs.About the Adult Services Division (ASD):The mission of Adult Services is to promote safety, well-being, and independence for elder and dependent adults through accurate and timely assessments and linkages to services. There are three main programs under the Adult Services umbrella:Adult Protective Services (APS)
provides a system of in-person response, 24-hours a day, 7 days a week. APS Social Workers receive and respond to reports of dependent adult and elder abuse of individuals in Riverside County.In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)
is a Medi-Cal benefit that provides home care assistance to elders, dependent adults, and minors with disabilities to live safely in their own homes or other non-institutional settings.The Public Authority (PA)
assists clients of In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) to have an enhanced quality of life by recruiting, screening, and preparing in-home care providers at no cost to the client.Adult Services, Social Services Practitioners III’s may be assigned to work in In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS), Adult Protective Services (APS) or the IHSS Public Authority.The Adult Services Division is dedicated to the professional development of our employees. Future SSP IIIs in ASD may be eligible for exciting DPSS programs that include Educational and Career Assistance Programs.Job DescriptionThe Social Services Practitioner III is responsible for performing full scope social service casework often requiring difficult diagnosis and intensive treatment services. Depending on area of assignment, incumbents may be required to have a master's degree from an accredited college or university in social work, social welfare, social or behavioral sciences, or social/human services.Minimum Qualifications:OPTION IEducation: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in social welfare, social or behavioral sciences, social/human services, counseling, or a closely related field to the assignment.Experience: One year equivalent to a County of Riverside Social Services Practitioner II.OPTION IIEducation: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree, preferably with a major in social welfare, social or behavioral sciences, social/human services, counseling, or a closely related field to the assignment.Experience: Two years performing casework duties in a public or private human services agency.License:
Possession of a valid California Driver's License is necessary at the time of hire and must be maintained throughout employment.Schedule:
Incumbents may be required to participate in a mandatory on-call schedule which may include working nights, holidays, and weekends.Background Requirement:
Employment within the Department of Social Services - Children’s Services Division requires frequent and routine contact with children.What's Next?This recruitment is open to ALL Applicants. Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the County.This is a continuous posting; however, postings may close at any time.
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Due to the nature and volume of this recruitment you will only receive correspondence if you are referred for an interview or when the event is complete.ALL APPLICANTS MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF THEIR OFFICIAL AND/OR UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS OF THEIR COMPLETED DEGREE AT AN ACCREDITED COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY.All applicants for positions at Harmony Haven Children’s and Youth Center must meet the age requirement of at least 21 years of age as required by the Transitional Shelter Care Facility Operating Standards by the California Department of Social Services. Applicants who are under 21 years of age are not eligible for positions within Harmony Haven, but may be eligible for positions in other divisions or departments.The County of Riverside's Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) seeks multiple Social Services Practitioner III positions throughout Riverside County (Western, Southern, Mid-County, and Desert Regions including Blythe, CA) for the Adult Services Division (ASD). Frequent driving may be required for all positions. Competitive candidates will be referred to the department on an ongoing basis.We are looking for someone who has:Excellent interpersonal skills when working with diverse clients of various ages, socio-economic backgrounds, cultures, and mental/physical capabilities.Proven ability to work collaboratively with other professionals in order to meet the needs of shared clients and promote quality care, safety, and well-being.Great written and verbal communication skills.Knowledge and ability to learn and apply complex laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to clients.Strong critical thinking, analytical, organizational, and time management skills.Tech-savvy skills and the ability to learn and use specialized case management software programs.A few reasons you might love this job:Opportunity to compassionately support children, elders/dependent adults and families.It's more than a desk job - travel throughout the vast County of Riverside to meet with clients and community partners.Work and network with dedicated professionals who share a passion for public service.Career growth and upward mobility within the department.Supportive and respectful working environment that values work-life balance.A few challenges you might face in this job:Fast-paced environment.Meeting mandated deadlines.The need for documentation and technical writing.Identifying ways to navigate social service delivery with limited resources while meeting clients' identified goals and needs.About the Adult Services Division (ASD):The mission of Adult Services is to promote safety, well-being, and independence for elder and dependent adults through accurate and timely assessments and linkages to services. There are three main programs under the Adult Services umbrella:Adult Protective Services (APS)
provides a system of in-person response, 24-hours a day, 7 days a week. APS Social Workers receive and respond to reports of dependent adult and elder abuse of individuals in Riverside County.In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)
is a Medi-Cal benefit that provides home care assistance to elders, dependent adults, and minors with disabilities to live safely in their own homes or other non-institutional settings.The Public Authority (PA)
assists clients of In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) to have an enhanced quality of life by recruiting, screening, and preparing in-home care providers at no cost to the client.Adult Services, Social Services Practitioners III’s may be assigned to work in In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS), Adult Protective Services (APS) or the IHSS Public Authority.The Adult Services Division is dedicated to the professional development of our employees. Future SSP IIIs in ASD may be eligible for exciting DPSS programs that include Educational and Career Assistance Programs.Job DescriptionThe Social Services Practitioner III is responsible for performing full scope social service casework often requiring difficult diagnosis and intensive treatment services. Depending on area of assignment, incumbents may be required to have a master's degree from an accredited college or university in social work, social welfare, social or behavioral sciences, or social/human services.Minimum Qualifications:OPTION IEducation: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in social welfare, social or behavioral sciences, social/human services, counseling, or a closely related field to the assignment.Experience: One year equivalent to a County of Riverside Social Services Practitioner II.OPTION IIEducation: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree, preferably with a major in social welfare, social or behavioral sciences, social/human services, counseling, or a closely related field to the assignment.Experience: Two years performing casework duties in a public or private human services agency.License:
Possession of a valid California Driver's License is necessary at the time of hire and must be maintained throughout employment.Schedule:
Incumbents may be required to participate in a mandatory on-call schedule which may include working nights, holidays, and weekends.Background Requirement:
Employment within the Department of Social Services - Children’s Services Division requires frequent and routine contact with children.What's Next?This recruitment is open to ALL Applicants. Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the County.This is a continuous posting; however, postings may close at any time.
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