Social Worker III-III Master's Lever; Child and Adult Protective Services

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Social Worker III/III Master’s Level in the Child and Adult Protective Services Division of the Health & Human Services Department. Under general supervision, incumbents are fully competent to independently perform the most complex and sensitive social services case work by providing a variety of services to County residents; identify, access and document abuse and neglect cases;

provide counseling and support services to children and parents; refer clients to services; prepare detailed, complex court documents and testify in court as required; and perform related work as assigned. The work may be related to a specific program area or to more general social service benefit provision. The Social Worker III and the Social Worker III – Master’s Level are the advanced journey-level classes in the general social work series.

The Yuba County Health and Human Services Department provides a wide array of services through a diverse system of holistic programs. Employees, numbering about 300, are responsible for planning, managing, coordinating, and delivering a continuum of these services in a manner that is responsive to the needs of the community. There are several major divisions within the department including:
Adult Services;
Child Welfare Services;
Public Assistance;
Employment Services;
Housing and Integrated Services;
Public Health;
Veterans Services;
Special Investigations Division; and Finance and Administration. The department is committed to its vision of a healthy and thriving community by improving the overall well-being of our residents, valuing employees and encouraging a healthy work/life balance. The Health and Human Services Department offers flexible work schedules.

We want individuals who are forward thinking; have the ability to provide competent, responsible services to our residents and embrace the ideals of being a catalyst for building a health and thriving community. The ideal candidate is approachable, interpersonal, and proactive when solving challenges in a complex working environment. The ideal candidate uses structured decision making practices and excellent communication skills to connect and engage with team members and clients.

The successful social worker has not only the obligation, but also the desire to ensure the safety and protection of children and adults through engagement, prevention and early intervention.

• Social Worker III Minimum: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a related field (including but not limited to psychology, sociology, social work) and at least two (2) years case management experience equivalent to the County’s class series of Social Worker I.
• Preferred: In addition to the minimum, two (2) years case management experience equivalent to the County’s class of Social Worker II.
• Social Worker III – Master’s Minimum: In addition to the minimum for the Social Worker III, a Master’s degree from an accredited institution in a related field and successful completion of the CDSS core training program pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code Section 16206.
• Preferred: In addition to the minimum, a Master of Social Work (MSW) or a Master’s degree from a two year marriage family, child counseling program (MFCC).

Please Note:

Applicants must possess the qualifications as outlined in the Child Welfare Services Program staff requirements issued by the State of California, Department of Social Services (Title 31-070, .1-.13)

Special Requirements
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• In accordance with Welfare and Institutions Code Section 16206, successfully complete the CDSS core training program within one year of appointment; and subsequent CDSS core training program within two years of appointment.
• Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation which may include Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire.
• May be required to attend meetings outside of normal working hours; may work on call and respond to emergency situations during weekends, holidays and other off-hours shifts.

Potential exposure to contagious or infectious diseases or hazardous substances and chemicals. Work with hostile or abusive individuals.