Kern County, CA
Social Service Worker I/II-Department of Human Servies
Kern County, CA, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Salary :
$4,192.07 - $5,266.13 Monthly
Location :
Depending on Assignment, CA
Job Type:
Full time
Job Number:
9508
Department:
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
Opening Date:
09/24/2024
Closing Date:
10/7/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Position Information
See Video:
Salary: Level I:
$1,934.80 - $2,312.27;
Level II:
$2,033.75 - $2,430.52; Paid Bi-weekly
Examination Schedule:Written Examination: will be conducted on Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Examinations:
Written Examination (Weight 100%): Will be conducted for the purpose of assessing the applicant's knowledge of socioeconomic conditions and trends; basic principles of individual and group behavior; principles of interviewing and problem solving; effective public speaking and public relations methods; cultural diversity.
Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the exam process.
Minimum Qualifications/Employment Standards:
Level I:Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in any field which includes a minimum of 12 semester or 20 quarter units in behavioral science, OR a Bachelor's degree and six months experience equivalent to a Human Services Technician I, Job Developer I, Eligibility Worker, or Program Specialist I in the Kern County classification system.
Level II:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in any field which includes a minimum of 12 semester or 20 quarter units in a behavioral science, AND six (6) months of experience as a Social Service Worker in the Kern County classification system.
OR
Bachelor's degree AND six (6) months experience equivalent to a Human Services Technician I, Program Specialist I, Job Developer I, or Eligibility Worker, in the Kern County classification system and six (6) months of experience as a Social Service Worker in the Kern County classification system.
OR
Bachelor's degree and successful completion of 24 semester or 40 quarter units of a Master's degree in Social Work or a Counseling program, from an accredited college or university, emphasizing Marriage, Family and Child Counseling or Marriage and Family Therapy, Gerontology or Clinical Psychology.
Possession of a valid California driver's license is required.
Incumbents must have the ability to travel to designated locations.Please ensure applicable materials are attached to your application. If you are unable to attach application materials to your application, you may deliver a copy to the Human Resources Division at 1115 Truxtun Ave. First Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301 or email HR@kerncounty.com
Full Job Description: Social Service Worker I and Social Service Worker II
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Applicants must submit a bilingual (English/Spanish) certificate before the final filing deadline. Applicants who wish to be considered for bilingual employment must submit a bilingual certificate issued by the Kern County Human Resources Division or its authorized agent, Bakersfield College.For information about where to obtain a qualifying certificate, please go to thiswebsite.
Employees who occupy positions designated as bilingual are paid dependent upon the required level of proficiency.
This position works within the Department of Human Services of Kern County. For more information about the department. please view their website here.About Kern County
Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county.
To learn more about Kern County, click or follow us:
High Performance Culture
Kern County is actively engaged in creating a culture that promotes excellence, innovation and continuous improvement. is Kern County's continuous improvement initiative based on the principles of Lean Six Sigma. LaunchKern empowers our valued employees to change the way government works by improving their work environment, saving taxpayer dollars and enhancing services to residents.
Growth Mindset
We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.
Additional Information
Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.
A background check may be conducted for this classification.
Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.
Appointees are subject to fingerprinting for the purpose of a criminal records check as authorized by section 16501 of the California Welfare and Institutions code and section 11105.3 of the California Penal Code.
This examination will establish an eligible list from which immediate appointment(s) will be made within the Department of Human Services. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed.
Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our .
Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Kern County Employee Benefits
*As a regular or provisional employee of Kern County, working twenty (20) hours or more per week, you are presently eligible for the following benefits as described below:
: (Medical/Dental/Vision): Kern County offers five affordable medical options. Kern Legacy Health Plans are medical and prescription health plan options administered directly by the County of Kern. Kaiser Permanente is also an option. Employees may also choose from two dental plans; Liberty Dental PPO or HMO. The vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP).
: Kern County Employees' Retirement Association (KCERA). This Section 401 (a) defined benefit retirement plan requires employer and employee contribution and pays retired employees a pension based on salary, years of service, and age upon retirement.
: This section 457 plan allows employees to contribute on a pre-tax basis to a supplemental retirement account which is then paid out to them when they retire.
Note: Both Kern County and the employee contribute to Social Security and Medicare as follows:
The County of Kern withholds 6.2% for Social Security (FICA1) and 1.45% for Medicare (FICA2) from employee's payroll warrantsThe County matches the employee's 6.2% for Social Security and 1.45% for Medicare: EAP is available to help you take control of your life!
: Chimienti & Associates (Administrator) offers the following voluntary benefits and can be deducted on a pre-tax bases: Short Term Disability Coverage, Accident Plan, Cancer Plan and a Flexible Spending Account.
Paid Holiday Leave : 12 set days (per calendar year)
01
I have attached my transcripts/degree and/or will submit them by the final filing deadline. (Failure to attach transcripts will result in a rejection of application.)
YesNo
02
I have indicated ALL acceptable geographical locations on my application which I will accept employment.
YesNo
03
I possess a valid California Driver's License.
YesNo
04
I am bilingual (English/Spanish) and will provide my Bilingual Certificate (English/Spanish) issued by the County of Kern Human Resources Division or its authorized agent Bakersfield College. ** If yes, please attach it to your application.**
YesNo
05
Have you ever been convicted (not arrested) of any offense other than a minor traffic violation? In accordance with Civil Service Rule 307.10.01, a "conviction," shall include a plea of guilty or a conviction following a plea of nolo contendre. Notes: 1) You are not required to disclose convictions of certain marijuana-related offenses more than two years old, per Labor Code 432.8. (i.e., if your only convictions fall into this category, you may mark "NO" to the below Conviction question) 2) The fact that a conviction has been relieved or expunged does not necessarily relieve you of the obligation to disclose that conviction. (For instance, you are legally required to list all convictions relieved under Penal Code Section 1203.4.)
YesNo
06
If you answered 'yes' to the conviction question, please explain the circumstances of each conviction (starting with the most recent), including location and date. If 'no' enter NA.
07
If yes, describe your current status: (Probation, Parole, etc.). If 'no' enter NA.
Required Question
$4,192.07 - $5,266.13 Monthly
Location :
Depending on Assignment, CA
Job Type:
Full time
Job Number:
9508
Department:
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
Opening Date:
09/24/2024
Closing Date:
10/7/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Position Information
See Video:
Salary: Level I:
$1,934.80 - $2,312.27;
Level II:
$2,033.75 - $2,430.52; Paid Bi-weekly
Examination Schedule:Written Examination: will be conducted on Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Examinations:
Written Examination (Weight 100%): Will be conducted for the purpose of assessing the applicant's knowledge of socioeconomic conditions and trends; basic principles of individual and group behavior; principles of interviewing and problem solving; effective public speaking and public relations methods; cultural diversity.
Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the exam process.
Minimum Qualifications/Employment Standards:
Level I:Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in any field which includes a minimum of 12 semester or 20 quarter units in behavioral science, OR a Bachelor's degree and six months experience equivalent to a Human Services Technician I, Job Developer I, Eligibility Worker, or Program Specialist I in the Kern County classification system.
Level II:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in any field which includes a minimum of 12 semester or 20 quarter units in a behavioral science, AND six (6) months of experience as a Social Service Worker in the Kern County classification system.
OR
Bachelor's degree AND six (6) months experience equivalent to a Human Services Technician I, Program Specialist I, Job Developer I, or Eligibility Worker, in the Kern County classification system and six (6) months of experience as a Social Service Worker in the Kern County classification system.
OR
Bachelor's degree and successful completion of 24 semester or 40 quarter units of a Master's degree in Social Work or a Counseling program, from an accredited college or university, emphasizing Marriage, Family and Child Counseling or Marriage and Family Therapy, Gerontology or Clinical Psychology.
Possession of a valid California driver's license is required.
Incumbents must have the ability to travel to designated locations.Please ensure applicable materials are attached to your application. If you are unable to attach application materials to your application, you may deliver a copy to the Human Resources Division at 1115 Truxtun Ave. First Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301 or email HR@kerncounty.com
Full Job Description: Social Service Worker I and Social Service Worker II
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Applicants must submit a bilingual (English/Spanish) certificate before the final filing deadline. Applicants who wish to be considered for bilingual employment must submit a bilingual certificate issued by the Kern County Human Resources Division or its authorized agent, Bakersfield College.For information about where to obtain a qualifying certificate, please go to thiswebsite.
Employees who occupy positions designated as bilingual are paid dependent upon the required level of proficiency.
This position works within the Department of Human Services of Kern County. For more information about the department. please view their website here.About Kern County
Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county.
To learn more about Kern County, click or follow us:
High Performance Culture
Kern County is actively engaged in creating a culture that promotes excellence, innovation and continuous improvement. is Kern County's continuous improvement initiative based on the principles of Lean Six Sigma. LaunchKern empowers our valued employees to change the way government works by improving their work environment, saving taxpayer dollars and enhancing services to residents.
Growth Mindset
We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.
Additional Information
Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.
A background check may be conducted for this classification.
Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.
Appointees are subject to fingerprinting for the purpose of a criminal records check as authorized by section 16501 of the California Welfare and Institutions code and section 11105.3 of the California Penal Code.
This examination will establish an eligible list from which immediate appointment(s) will be made within the Department of Human Services. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed.
Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our .
Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Kern County Employee Benefits
*As a regular or provisional employee of Kern County, working twenty (20) hours or more per week, you are presently eligible for the following benefits as described below:
: (Medical/Dental/Vision): Kern County offers five affordable medical options. Kern Legacy Health Plans are medical and prescription health plan options administered directly by the County of Kern. Kaiser Permanente is also an option. Employees may also choose from two dental plans; Liberty Dental PPO or HMO. The vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP).
: Kern County Employees' Retirement Association (KCERA). This Section 401 (a) defined benefit retirement plan requires employer and employee contribution and pays retired employees a pension based on salary, years of service, and age upon retirement.
: This section 457 plan allows employees to contribute on a pre-tax basis to a supplemental retirement account which is then paid out to them when they retire.
Note: Both Kern County and the employee contribute to Social Security and Medicare as follows:
The County of Kern withholds 6.2% for Social Security (FICA1) and 1.45% for Medicare (FICA2) from employee's payroll warrantsThe County matches the employee's 6.2% for Social Security and 1.45% for Medicare: EAP is available to help you take control of your life!
: Chimienti & Associates (Administrator) offers the following voluntary benefits and can be deducted on a pre-tax bases: Short Term Disability Coverage, Accident Plan, Cancer Plan and a Flexible Spending Account.
Paid Holiday Leave : 12 set days (per calendar year)
01
I have attached my transcripts/degree and/or will submit them by the final filing deadline. (Failure to attach transcripts will result in a rejection of application.)
YesNo
02
I have indicated ALL acceptable geographical locations on my application which I will accept employment.
YesNo
03
I possess a valid California Driver's License.
YesNo
04
I am bilingual (English/Spanish) and will provide my Bilingual Certificate (English/Spanish) issued by the County of Kern Human Resources Division or its authorized agent Bakersfield College. ** If yes, please attach it to your application.**
YesNo
05
Have you ever been convicted (not arrested) of any offense other than a minor traffic violation? In accordance with Civil Service Rule 307.10.01, a "conviction," shall include a plea of guilty or a conviction following a plea of nolo contendre. Notes: 1) You are not required to disclose convictions of certain marijuana-related offenses more than two years old, per Labor Code 432.8. (i.e., if your only convictions fall into this category, you may mark "NO" to the below Conviction question) 2) The fact that a conviction has been relieved or expunged does not necessarily relieve you of the obligation to disclose that conviction. (For instance, you are legally required to list all convictions relieved under Penal Code Section 1203.4.)
YesNo
06
If you answered 'yes' to the conviction question, please explain the circumstances of each conviction (starting with the most recent), including location and date. If 'no' enter NA.
07
If yes, describe your current status: (Probation, Parole, etc.). If 'no' enter NA.
Required Question