Social Worker Practitioner

The County of Yolo and the Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) is recruiting to fill several regular, full‑time positions in the class of Social Worker Practitioner housed in the Child, Youth & Family branch. Definition Under minimal supervision, to perform professional casework services for individuals and families with complex social problems; to develop service plans and perform social work services requiring an advanced level of casework skill; to petition the court for appropriate orders related to clients; to act as a consultant to staff and provide leadership in the utilization of social work concepts and methodologies; to perform other related duties as assigned. Distinguishing Characteristics This is the advanced journey level in the Social Worker Series. Incumbents are professionally trained practitioners whose assignments require advanced social work skills and techniques designed to restore or improve individual or family functioning. Cases will frequently require court intervention. Incumbents may provide consultation to staff and community organizations, may provide lead direction to staff and are expected to function with minimal supervision. This classification is distinguished from the next lower classification of Senior Social Worker in that the higher classification requires incumbents to possess advanced education and/or experience. Performs intensive casework services with clients or patients and their families; Evaluates individual and family case information; Assesses problems and initiates long and short‑term treatment plans; Investigates and provides services to children who are alleged victims of abuse or neglect; Consults, refers cases, and works actively with agencies and with community groups; Manages a caseload accountably; Prepares case records, documents, records and correspondence in a timely manner; Refers clients and patients to appropriate community resources; Interprets social and emotional factors pertaining to illness, child abuse and child neglect to families and other involved persons; Prepares information and reports and presents such information to the Juvenile Court; Interprets rules, regulations, policies and laws to applicants, clients and the public. Other Duties Assists in the development of community resources and serves on related committees; Serves as a lead worker; and Performs other related duties as assigned. Education and Experience Master's degree in Social Work (MSW); OR a master’s degree in marriage, family and child counseling, gerontology, or vocational rehabilitation; OR a master’s degree in another subject area which meets the following criteria: from a two‑year program in an accredited school; requires a minimum of 45 units; has a two‑semester field placement dealing with marriage, family and child issues supervised by an LCSW or higher; and required social work caseload management and ongoing counseling. Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major of social work, social or behavioral sciences, social or human services, counseling or a closely related field; AND two years of program experience in a State or County child welfare services program conducting assessments, case planning, and/or case management activities; OR possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; AND three years of program experience in a State or County child welfare services program conducting assessments, case planning, and/or case management. Background Requirements Review of Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) fingerprint results; Check of local law enforcement agencies where the subject has lived, worked and/or attended school within the last five (5) years and, if applicable, of the appropriate agency for any identified arrests; Verification of an employee's eligibility to work in the United States. License Positions in this classification require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver's license, Class C or higher, to carry out job‑related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation. Knowledge of Differential casework treatment techniques; Various personality and behavioral theories; Family systems; Principles, objectives, methods and techniques of social work; Principles of human growth and development; Community organizations and resources; Laws, rules, and regulations related to public social services; Growth and development patterns of children; Physical and mental illness and their impact on personality; Juvenile court processes and procedures; Social service research methods. Ability to Engage clients in the problem‑solving process; Demonstrate skill in planning and analysis; Apply a high skill level in all professional relationships; Establish and maintain an effective casework relationship with clients and their families in working towards a solution to their problems; Utilize a wide range of social work techniques and community resources; Work cooperatively with coworkers, other agencies and the public; Receive and provide consultation; Interpret complex laws and regulations to clients and the public; Manage a caseload in a timely and effective manner; Prepare and present written and oral reports; Work cooperatively with fellow employees and the general public; Utilize supervision and direction to meet the agency's program goal; Use a computer terminal sufficiently to perform the duties of this position; Drive a car; Direct the work of others. Equal Employment Opportunity The County of Yolo is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, age (40 or over), marital status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinance. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Reasonable testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities or who are unable to attend a scheduled test due to religious reasons in accordance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Documentation from a medical doctor, rehabilitation counselor, or other qualified professional will be required. #J-18808-Ljbffr County of Yolo