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Definition & Distinguishing Characteristics Have you always had a passion for helping others. Do you enjoy being actively involved in helping people achieve positive outcomes that make their lives better. Then Colusa County Department of Health and Human Services is the place for you.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Social Worker Supervisor I/II. We are the largest Department in the County, with over 80 staff. Our agency works with Colusa County residents in administering social services programs including Cal Works, Cal-Fresh, Medi-Cal, In-home Supportive Services (IHSS), Adult and Children's Services, Public Health and Housing.

We have a strong leadership team who provide ongoing support for daily operations and assist our employees in reaching their full potential. If you're interested, check out the job description pages HERE. This promotional opportunity is available to current regular employees within the Health & Human Services department.

Only individuals currently employed in this department are eligible to apply. What's this Job All About. This supervisory position oversees all social workers assigned to the child welfare program and covers all services components, emergency response, family reunification, family maintenance and permanent plan.

The position also provides general oversight of ancillary programs such as Resource Family Approval, Interstate Compact on the Placement Children, Commercially Sexually Exploited Children and the Indian Child Welfare Act. At the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), we work a 37.5 full-time work week, with the option of a flex-schedule. Also, the County is currently exploring remote work options of 1-2 days per week (depending on position) upon completion of probation period

This allows our staff to find a work-life balance that best fits their needs. Embracing the Colusa County Work Culture Working for Colusa County offers a unique work lifestyle that blends professional fulfillment with the tranquility of working in a rural and beautiful environment. Our county agencies take pride in our ability to work as a team.

We have a collaborative and positive work environment where everyone has something to contribute, and everyone matters. Our staff enjoy coming to work, where every day is different, and they have the opportunity to impact members of our community by providing excellent customer service and access to available services. How do we make a difference.

Department of Health & Human Services employees are dedicated to serving Colusa County residents by offering services that improve their health, promote their well-being, and help them become productive and independent contributors to our community. What are the benefits. A beautiful, safe community in which to work and serve.

A caring, empathetic, & fun work family that you will be welcomed into - where we work hard, but play hard, too. A job with WORK-LIFE BALANCE A LIFETIME PAYCHECK (3% @ 60 for Classic Members and 2% @ 62 for New Members)- As long as you work for 5 years and vest in the CalPERS system, you will receive a retirement paycheck for the rest of your life. Authentically kind and engaged leadership who truly enjoy developing staff.

Deferred Compensation Management Leave PAID vacation, PAID holidays (15), and PAID leave if you get sick. Vacation Parity - Previous service with a public agency counts towards vacation accrual at Colusa County. A public agency includes cities, counties, districts, military and similar entities.

To learn more about vacation parity please see our benefit summary. COME WORK FOR THE COUNTY OF COLUSA: WE'RE WAITING FOR YOU. Supervision & Examples of Duties Social Worker Supervisor I Incumbents in the Social Worker Supervisor I classification generally receive direction from a Program Manager or other management level classification.

A Social Worker Supervisor I, supervises a variety of Social Workers, clerical and technical staff, but does not supervise employees in the Social Worker IV classification. Social Worker Supervisor II Social Worker Supervisor II receives direction from a Program Manager or other management level classification. Social Worker Supervisor II incumbents provide direct supervision to lower level Social Workers including Social Worker IV.

Qualifications Social Worker Supervisor I Three (3) years of full-time experience performing journey level social work case management duties* in a Social Worker II classification in an Interagency Merit System (IMS) county. Substitution: One year of graduate work in social work or counseling may substitute for one year of the required experience. OR One (1) year of full-time experience performing advanced journey level social work case management duties in a Social Worker III classification in an Interagency Merit System (IMS) county.

Social Worker Supervisor II One (1) year of full-time experience performing duties comparable to the Social Worker III or Social Worker IV classification. AND A master's degree in Social Work or a master's degree from a two (2) year counseling program**. *Qualifying social work case management includes direct case work management, such as: assessment, evaluation; conducting investigations of abuse and neglect; preparing court reports; responsibility for a long term caseload, monitoring compliance through home calls and other personal contact; collaboration with other agencies and linking clients to resources and programs; development of a case plan, modification of case plans as needed/required; and authority to impose sanctions or implement actions that impact services.

**Qualifying master's degrees from a two - year counseling program are those that include a course of study with emphasis in vocational rehabilitation, family or marriage counseling, gerontology, or a closely related field. Qualifying two-year counseling degree programs must have included an internship or supervised fieldwork and completion of approximately 45 semester or 67 quarter units of graduate level courses. Completion of all of the requirements for a Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) license program may be substituted upon submission of verifying proof.

OTHER INFORMATION Some positions in this classification may require possession of a valid California driver's License. Employees who drive on County business to carry out job-related duties must possess a valid California driver's license for the class of vehicle driven and meet automobile insurability requirements of the County. Eligibility for employment for those who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the appointing authority.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Thank you for your interest in employment with the County of Colusa. You must demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications of the position. Please be detailed in the job duties of your work history to clearly demonstrate the duties that are relevant to the position in which you are applying.

All sections of the application MUST be completed. Required documents such as a resume, cover letter, references, and any position-specific certifications must be attached and are not accepted in place of completing the application. Blank applications that reference "see resume" will be disqualified.

As your resume and supplemental materials will not be considered as part of the initial screening process. Be sure to review your application prior to submission. No new or additional information will be accepted after the closing date.

Application materials are the property of the County of Colusa and will not be returned. It is your responsibility to keep your NEOGOV profile updated, including any changes to your telephone number and email address. Failure to do so may result in a missed notification of exams or interviews.

The minimum qualifications as stated in this job announcement represent only the basic requirements of the position. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee that a candidate will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Questions.

If you have questions regarding this job announcement or the application process: For a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the NEOGOV application process, visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide Email the Human Resources Department at ccpersonnel@countyofcolusaca.gov or call 530-458-0420. Addtional Information: Colusa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. ALL Colusa County employees automatically become Disaster Service Workers

This means that when Colusa County experiences emergencies (earthquake, wildfire, power outage, flood, etc.) you may be asked to pivot from your regular duties to provide critical services to those affected by the emergency (CA Govt Code 3102). As a designated Disaster Worker, you will be required to complete training and may be required report for work during emergencies. Colusa County does not reimburse travel expenses for employment applications

The county participates in E-Verify. Retirees may be subject to hiring restrictions according to Government Code Section 21221 (h) and 21224 for California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.