Supervising Social Service Practitioner, DAAS-PG*

The Department of Aging and Adult Services - Public Guardian (DAAS - PG) is recruiting for Supervising Social Service Practitioners who organize, direct, and supervise the work of a unit of Social Service Practitioners and other staff responsible for diagnostic assessments. Additionally, incumbents develop and implement complex treatment plans and specialized service programs, which assist individuals in restoring their capacity for social functioning.

For more detailed information, refer to the Supervising Social Service Practitioner job description.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits and the Memoranda of Understanding (MOU).

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. Employees will be required to make provisions for transportation. A valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation.

Pre-Employment Process: Applicants selected for these positions must successfully pass a background check which includes fingerprinting and a verification of employment history and education.

Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.Education: A Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education -OR- a Master's degree in Human Services, Psychology, Counseling with an emphasis in gerontology, marriage, family, child counseling, or a closely related field.

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Experience: Two (2) years of experience equivalent to a journey-level Social Service Practitioner in San Bernardino County, performing complex social work assignments, comprehensive diagnostic assessments, in-depth clinical intervention, and treatment plans. Experience must have been attained in a government social work agency. Note: Experience as a Social Worker II or Social Service Practitioner I is not considered qualifying.

Note: Applicants should clearly differentiate between pre- and post- Master's degree experience on the Application.

The ideal candidate will have a strong customer service focus while performing in a lead or supervisory role. Completion of a supervisory development program is also desirable. There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible. Resumes may accompany the application as supplemental information only, but are typically not considered or reviewed unless specifically requested on the job announcement. Completing your application with statement such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score.

Be sure to clearly describe in your application your experience in meeting the minimum requirements as well as the ideal qualifications, particularly experience as follows:

• Experience as a professional/advanced social worker in a government agency, particularly serving older individuals and adults with disabilities
• Experience providing supervision/training/mentoring
• Supervisory development programs/courses/workshops completed

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EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information.