Program Coordinator

THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO

El Dorado County is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The county’s efforts continue to position El Dorado County as a competitive employer that advocates for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The county also supports telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and Board of Supervisors Policy E‑12 – Telecommuting.

El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency is committed to transforming lives and improving futures. The agency’s programs include Behavioral Health, Public Health, Community, and Social Services and serve more than 600 dedicated employees.

The Program Coordinator oversees, coordinates, and personally performs work in the provision of programs offering direct services and support to seniors and families with special needs. This class is distinguished from Manager and Director levels in that it carries division or department management responsibilities in family and/or senior support.

The Community Services Division is the primary provider for community programs and assistance, offering services such as Veterans Affairs, Animal Services, Public Housing Authority, HEAP, Weatherization, and Older Adult Programs.

The Social Services Division works to improve the quality of life for residents by providing services such as Cal Fresh, CalWORKs, Medi‑Cal, General Assistance, and employment programs. The Division also oversees the In‑Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Public Authority, a Medi‑Cal funded initiative that enables eligible individuals to hire providers for domestic and personal care services.

• Develop program goals and ensure implementation and compliance with contractual or funding agency requirements; participate in the development of the program budget.
• Supervise and coordinate day‑to‑day operation of varied senior and family services programs such as rental assistance, food distribution, emergency shelter, information and referral, emergency crisis intervention, senior activities, and transportation.
• Provide day‑to‑day direction, work review and evaluation to assigned staff and volunteers; train staff in work procedure.
• Maintain fiscal records and prepare reports and documentation to ensure that spending is within contractual limitations.
• Direct the receipt and review of program applications and the determinations.
• Design and implement outreach activities and referral systems to ensure that target populations are reached.
• Evaluate program effectiveness; recommend and implement policy and procedural changes to enhance program effectiveness.
• Write and edit written educational or information materials, such as fliers, brochures, and a newsletter.
• Counsel and advise applicants based on their needs and make appropriate referrals to other community services as applicable.
• Correspond and confer with local community agencies involved in seniors and low income family services to maximize program usefulness; make presentations to various groups to promote departmental services.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Associate of Arts degree with major coursework in social services, psychology, or a related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in performing social service program eligibility determinations or program support work at a level equivalent to the County’s class of Program Assistant.

Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. Once your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Nicholas Jetton in Human Resources ton.

Human Resources Department will screen all applications, refer qualified candidates to the next step, and notify candidates of all further procedures. Supplemental questions are essential and must be answered thoroughly. All work experience must be included in the 'Work…