Qureos Mentor

County of Lake, CA

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Details</b></h2></div><br>
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Under general supervision, the Social Service Aide assists Social Workers by performing specifically designated tasks related to the improvement of family functioning and child and adult services; and performs related work as required.<br>
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Social Service Aide is a paraprofessional class. Incumbents assist Social Workers by relieving them of routine tasks such as performing assessments of clients in the In-Home Support Services program, instructing parents in the development of parenting and household management skills, and/or performing various tasks for the child and adult service programs.</p></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><div><b>Licensing and Certifications:</b></div><div>
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver&rsquo;s License.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Education and Experience:</b></div>
Sixty (60) semester units or ninety (90) quarter units of college, including fifteen (15) semester units or twenty-two and one-half (22.5) quarter units in social welfare, social/human service, sociology, or other social or behavioral science;<br>
<b>OR</b><br>
Two (2) years of full-time experience providing social services in a public or private setting to disadvantaged adults or children;<br>
<b>OR</b><br>
A combination of education and comparable experience equivalent to two years of full-time experience which includes a minimum of fifteen (15) semester units or twenty-two and one-half (22.5) quarter units in social or behavioral science. When combining education and experience; fifteen (15) semester units or twenty-two and one-half (22.5) quarter units equal six months of experience.<br>
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Examples of social or behavioral science courses include: anthropology, criminal justice, economics, education, ethnic studies, history, human development, law, nursing, nutrition, philosophy, political science, psychology, public health, religion, social welfare, sociology, welfare, women's studies.</div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>General Recruitment Information</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>EXTRA HELP &ndash; TEMPORARY WORK ASSIGNMENT</b>An individual may be hired as Extra Help Employee for a temporary work assignment at such compensation as determined by County of Lake personnel rules and regulations.</p><ul><li>
Extra Help Employees are typically hired at an hourly rate of pay at the first step of the salary range.</li><li>
Extra Help Employees are paid only for hours worked.</li><li>
Extra Help Employees are entitled to legally mandated benefits, which does not include paid vacation or holidays.</li><li>
Extra Help Employees do not have status.</li><li>
Extra Help Employment is temporary and may end at any time.</li></ul><div><b>
EXTRA-HELP APPOINTMENT </b>- Extra help positions are limited to no more than 25 hours per week (unless position is considered seasonal) and no more than 900 hours per fiscal year, whether upon certification from an eligible list or upon authorization to appoint any person who meets the minimum qualifications of the classification.</div><div><b>
**SEASONAL EMPLOYEE:</b></div>
An extra help employee who works a seasonal job (tied to an actual season, not just part-year) for a portion of the year and who will not perform any work for the County for at least 26 consecutive weeks between seasons definition is subject to future change as terminology is further defined by the ACA.<ul><li>
Employees must be terminated for the 26 weeks that they are not performing any work.</li><li>
This position will be working 40 hours/week from April - October each year</li></ul><div><b>
CalPERS RETIREE:</b> Public Employees&rsquo; Retirement Law (PERL). Effective January 1, 2012, Assembly Bill (AB) 1028 amended Government Code (G.C.) sections 21224, 21229, and 21221(h) concerning employment after retirement. If an individual is receiving a CalPERS retirement benefit, the eligibility to work an Extra Help &ndash; Temporary Work Assignment may be restricted to only temporary assignments for a special project or backlog of work.</div><p><b>
To view the complete job description, scroll down.</b></p><p>
The information presented in job postings, job descriptions, or recruitment materials does not form a legally binding contract, either explicit or implicit. Benefits may differ among different employee groups. The details provided in these materials are subject to change or cancellation without prior notification. Prospective employees of the County of Lake must undergo the County's pre-employment medical review program upon receiving a conditional job offer before assuming their position with the County.</p><p>
Applicants may substitute relevant experience and/or education at a 2 to 1 ratio to fulfill minimum qualifications. For further details, individuals should reach out to the Human Resources department.</p><p><b>
ADA Accommodations</b></p><p>
Individuals in need of accommodation during the application and/or selection process under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should reach out to County of Lake Human Resources at (707) 263-2213.</p><div></div><div><b><br>
The County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer</b></div><p><b>
Veteran's Preference</b></p></div><p></p>
<p></p><div><div><b>Extra Help Social Service Aide</b></div><div><b>
DEFINITION</b></div>
Under general supervision, the Social Service Aide assists Social Workers by performing specifically designated tasks related to the improvement of family functioning and child and adult services; and performs related work as required.<br>
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Social Service Aide is a paraprofessional class. Incumbents assist Social Workers by relieving them of routine tasks such as performing assessments of clients in the In-Home Support Services program, instructing parents in the development of parenting and household management skills, and/or performing various tasks for the child and adult service programs.<div><b><br>
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS</b></div>
The Social Service Aide differs from the Social Worker in that the former requires a lower level of skill and training than the level required of a professional Social Worker.<br>
<b>SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED</b><br>
Incumbents in the Social Service Aide classification receive supervision from a Social Worker Supervisor or other higher-level supervisor or manager.<div><b><br>
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES</b></div><div>
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the scope of duties performed by employees in this class and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.</div><b>
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:</b><ul><li>
Maintains a routine caseload of elderly adults who are infirm or incapacitated and receiving household services.</li><li>
Conducts ongoing client needs assessments and verifies needs by contacting medical and health services providers.</li><li>
Presents client assessments to professional staff for approval.</li><li>
Completes narrative reports regarding a client's condition and services provided and/or recommended. Enters data regarding case and client information and contacts into automated system.</li><li>
Makes client referrals to medical personnel or social workers as needed.</li><li>
Provides direct training and counseling to mentally ill and developmentally disabled parents on parenting and household management skills, and teaches families about nutritional meal preparation, budgeting and household care.</li><li>
Monitors the medical and psychological care of abused children.</li><li>
Supervises visits between parents and children and reports observations to social worker.</li><li>
Provides emergency child care.</li><li>
Transports or accompanies clients to appointments for service or interviews.</li><li>
May testify in juvenile court hearings.</li><li>
Assists Social Workers in providing a variety of child and adult social services.</li><li>
Acts as liaison between clients and professional staff, individuals and groups in the community serviced.</li><li>
Directly assists families in using and learning about the resources of society, particularly medical, legal and employment services.</li><li>
Maintains records of work performed, and performs other related work as required.</li><li>
Performs related duties as assigned.</li></ul><div><b>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</b></div><b>
Knowledge of:</b><ul><li>
Basic rules and regulations regarding In-Home Support Services, child abuse reporting, and Welfare and Institution Codes.</li><li>
Basic community resources useful to clients served, acceptable housekeeping and homemaking standards, including the methods, materials and equipment used in general housekeeping work.</li><li>
Basic methods and attitudes involved in the in-home care of physically ill, handicapped or disabled persons and adequate food preparation with limited kitchen equipment.</li></ul><b>
Ability to:</b><ul><li>
Interview persons to obtain a variety of information applicable to the provision of social services.</li><li>
Understand and accept differences in human behavior resulting from cultural, economic or other forms of deprivation.</li><li>
Effectively instruct physically and mentally disabled adults in parenting and household skills.</li><li>
Deal with physically and sexually abused children.</li><li>
Prepare basic written reports.</li><li>
Recognize and report specific indications of need for social services.</li><li>
Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations.</li><li>
Establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers, outside organizations, and the public.</li></ul><div><b>
Licensing and Certifications:</b></div><div>
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver&rsquo;s License.</div><div><b>
Education and Experience:</b></div>
Sixty (60) semester units or ninety (90) quarter units of college, including fifteen (15) semester units or twenty-two and one-half (22.5) quarter units in social welfare, social/human service, sociology, or other social or behavioral science;<br>
<b>OR</b><br>
Two (2) years of full-time experience providing social services in a public or private setting to disadvantaged adults or children;<br>
<b>OR</b><br>
A combination of education and comparable experience equivalent to two years of full-time experience which includes a minimum of fifteen (15) semester units or twenty-two and one-half (22.5) quarter units in social or behavioral science. When combining education and experience; fifteen (15) semester units or twenty-two and one-half (22.5) quarter units equal six months of experience.<br>
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Examples of social or behavioral science courses include: anthropology, criminal justice, economics, education, ethnic studies, history, human development, law, nursing, nutrition, philosophy, political science, psychology, public health, religion, social welfare, sociology, welfare, women's studies.<br>
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<b>WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS</b><div>
The County of Lake is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.</div><div>
Incumbents generally work in a typical office environment with adequate light and temperature. There may be occasional exposure to extreme temperatures, loud noise, fumes, noxious odors, dust, mist, gases, and poor ventilation; underground, confined, or restricted workspaces; and heights more than five stories above ground level. Incumbents may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. Incumbents may also be subject to clients or members of the public afflicted with behavioral disorders or who are under emotionally stressful conditions.</div><p>
Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.</p><div>
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.</div><div>
Light Work: Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.</div><div>
Positions in this class may require local and statewide travel as necessary.</div><div>
A successful candidate will be required to submit to and pass a background check prior to the appointment. Depending upon the position and/or assigned department, the background check may include but is not limited to civil and criminal history check, reference check, Live Scan, and/or credit check (as allowed under state law).</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Disaster Service Workers:</b> As members of the County of Lake Emergency Services Organization, all Lake County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to perform certain emergency services at the direction of the department and / or County.</div><div><i>
The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment. The County of Lake assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein. The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice. Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a &ldquo;meet and confer&rdquo; process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect.</i></div></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div></div><div><div><div><p><b>RETIREMENT</b> - County employees are members of the California Public Employee Retirement system (CalPERS). CalPERS provides a defined benefit pension at retirement for County employees. The pension formulas and employee contribution amounts may vary by bargaining unit, date of hire, prior qualifying service, and classification. Please contact Human Resources for more information.<br>
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<b>HEALTH AND INSURANCE BENEFITS</b> - Medical, dental, hospital, vision, life and disability coverage is available to employees and their dependents. The County contributes $1,500 of the monthly premiums for the insurance plan options.<br>
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<b>VACATION ACCRUAL</b> may be adjusted for current city or county government employees.<br>
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<b>VACATION</b> &ndash; 80 hours per year during the first five years of service, 120 hours per year after five years, and additional accruals based on years of service beyond fifteen years. Pro-rated for part-time employees.<br>
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<b>SICK LEAVE</b> - Accrues at a rate of 96 hours per year. Pro-rated for part-time employees.<br>
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<b>HOLIDAYS</b>- An average of twelve paid 8-hour holidays per year. Pro-rated for part-time employees.<br>
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<b>SALARY</b> - Lake County has an adopted salary schedule. The salary range for most classifications is in five increments with a provision for longevity increases. Appointments are normally made at the first step of the salary range.<br>
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<b>SOCIAL SECURITY</b> - County employees participate in Social Security.<br>
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<b>CALIFORNIA STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE</b> &ndash; SDI is available to some County employees.<br>
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<b>DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLANS and CREDIT UNION MEMBERSHIPS</b> are available to County employees.</p></div></div></div>
<br><div><div><div><div><b>Employer</b></div>
<div>County of Lake</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Address</b></div>
<div><p>255 N. Forbes Street<br>
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Lakeport, California, 95453
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<div>707-263-2213</div></div></div></div><div></div>

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