Job Description

The Position

This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5{​{:}}00 pm on{​{:

}} 3/6/25, 4/3/25, 5/1/25, 6/5/25, 7/3/25, 8/7/25, 9/4/25, 10/2/25, 11/6/25, 12/4/2

5 Under direction and with independent professional responsibility, the Human Services Social Worker Master's Degree positions in this class provide direct public social services to clients, dealing with complex individual and family problems, and acting as program and casework consultants to staf

f.Examples Of Knowledge And Abiliti

esKnowledge

• ofGoals and objectives of public social servic
• esAvailable public and private community resourc
• esAwareness of cultural differenc
• esSocio-economic awareness of low income populati
• onApplicable laws, rules and regulations governing the field of public welfa
• reNational Association of Social Workers Code of Ethi
• csInterviewing techniqu
• esOffice procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignme
• ntBasic arithmetic (i.e., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, percentages, ratios, and fraction
• s)Social casework principles and practices including group work and community organizati
• onSocial problems which call for the use of public and private community resourc
• esSocio-economic conditions and problems which affect the work of a public social service agen
• cyPrinciples, program provisions and requirements, and applicable procedures of criminal justice, victim-witness, multi-disciplinary review, and domestic violence systems and progra
• msCrisis intervention techniqu
• esResearch and analysis methods used in studies involving social services and public assistance progra
• msIndividual and group behavior and dynami
• csMedical, psychological and socioeconomic conditions and problems which affect the work of a public social service agen
• cyEnglish usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuati
  
  

onAbility

• toCommunicate effectively with persons from a variety of social, cultural and economic backgroun
• dsWork effectively with many life styles and different attitud
• esExercise tact when dealing with othe
• rsWork effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary te
• amInterview effectively in a wide variety of circumstanc
• esEstablish and maintain cooperative working relationships with clients, fellow employees, other agencies and the general publ
• icInterpret public social services programs to clien
• tsMaintain composure under stre
• ssIntegrate information to form total pictu
• reCommunicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writi
• ngIndependently initiate and respond to corresponden
• ceReason logically, understand and follow complex instructions and procedur
• esCompile various records and information accurate
• lyAnalyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of acti
• onRead, analyze, interpret and apply complex regulatory materi
• alRead correspondence and reports and understand their meani
• ngOrganize work schedule and budget ti
• meAccept and use consultative supervisi
• onDo a high volume of work amid interruptio
• nsKeep accurate and orderly recor
• dsCompose routine business communications, reports and other written materials in a clear, concise, organized, and accurate mann
• erMake arithmetical computations accurately and rapid
• lyDemonstrate skill in the use of community resourc
• esInterpret to client or others, social service program as set forth in laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedur
• esDemonstrate skill in the application of social work methods and practices in highly complex cas
• esProvide program and casework consultation to other staff membe
• rsProvide leadership in the utilization of social casework concepts and methodologi
  
  

esEmployment Qualificatio

nsMinimum Qualificatio

nsEither{​{ :}} A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in social wo

rk.Or{​{:}} A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in a program that meets the education requirements for a Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor license issued by the California Department of Consumer Affairs Board of Behavioral Science Examin

ers.Or{​{:}} Current enrollment in the final semester of a Master's program at an accredited college or university leading to a Master's Degree in social work or a related Master's Degree that meets the education requirements for a Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor license issued by the California Department of Consumer Affairs Board of Behavioral Science Exami

ners.NOTE {​{:}} Failure to submit proof of completion of Master's Degree within six months of appointment may be cause for release from probation in accordance with Civil Service

Rules.Not e{​{:}} The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the job announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requir

ements.No te{​{:}} If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Typing Certificate requirements can be found by clicking here or by obtaining the requirements from the Employment Services Division

office.General Qualif

icationsCriminal History/Background{​{:}} The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedures B-5, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be

obtained.The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks where authorized by Labor Code section 1024.5, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agen

cies Act.Driver's License{​{:}} A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher may be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-c

ase basis.Child and Elder Abuse Reporting{​{:}} Persons selected for employment must, as a condition of employment, sign a statement agreeing to comply with Section 11166 of the California Penal Code and Section 15630 of the Welfare and Institutions Code relating to child and elder abuse

reporting.Physical Requirements{​{:}}Some positions in this class may require the incumbent to be

• able to{​{:}}Sit for periods up to one hour while driving t
• o home visitsClimb flights of stairs to re
• ach residenceLift infants and toddlers weighing up
• to 40 poundsCarry automobile child
• safety seatsHave sufficient vision to assess physical condition of clients and hom
  
  

e environmentIndividuals who do not meet these requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-b

y-case basis.Working Conditions{​{:}}Some positions in this class may require the inc

• umbent to{​{:}}Be exposed to hostile, emotionally disturbed or mentally ill persons and/or confrontational interpers
• onal situationsWork in dangerous, high crime areas o
• f the communityWork during non-routine hours, standby
• and/or callbackWork in and around substandard living areas with exposure to common communicable diseases, scabies, impetigo a
• nd other rashesWork outside in all types of climatic conditions including inclement, very hot and/
  
  

or cold weatherSpecial Skills Langu

age RequirementSpecial skills classes require sufficient knowledge to speak, read and write fluently a language other than standard English; and/or knowledge of a multi-cultural group encompassing but not limited to{​{:}} family member roles and living environments; the various characteristics or problems unique to the group in employment, education, health, economics and social customs; and current social movements involving the group. Incumbents use the specific language and multi-cultural knowledge in the performance of typical duties, incorporating this knowledge to appropriately serve clients and families in a manner that is culturally competent and affirming. In addition, incumbents translate and interpret using standard English and a language other than standard English, and act as a consultant to others regarding the specific multi

-cultural group.Human Services Social Worker - Master's Degree - African

American CultureHuman Services Social Worker - Master's Degree - Arabic Language and Middle

Eastern CultureHuman Services Social Worker - Master's Degree - Armenian Lang

uage and CultureHuman Services Social Worker - Master's Degree - Cambodian Lang

uage and CultureHuman Services Social Worker - Master's Degree - Chinese Lang

uage and CultureHuman Services Social Worker - Master's Degree - Farsi Language and

Persian CultureHuman Services Social Worker - Master's Degree - Hmong Lang

uage and CultureHuman Services Social Worker - Master's Degree - Japanese Lang

uage and CultureHuman Services Social Worker - Master's Degree - Korean Lang

uage and CultureHuman Services Social Worker - Master's Degree - Lao Lang

uage and CultureHuman Services Social Worker - Master's Degree - Mien Lang

uage and CultureHuman Services Social Worker - Master's Degree - Native

American CultureHuman Services Social Worker - Master's Degree - Punjabi Language and Eas

t Indian CultureHuman Services Social Worker - Master's Degree - Russian Lang

uage and CultureHuman Services Social Worker - Master's Degree - Spanish Language a

nd Latin CultureHuman Services Social Worker - Master's Degree - Tagalog Language and

Filipino CultureHuman Services Social Worker - Master's Degree - Ukrainian Lang

uage and CultureHuman Services Social Worker - Master's Degree - Vietnamese Lang

uage and CulturePro

bationary PeriodThe probationary period for this cl assificatio n is twe

lve (12) months.Application and Tes

ting Inform

ationAPPLICATIONQualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment applicatio n by 5{​{:}}00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Cli

ck here to apply.Cou

nty of SacramentoDepartment of P

ersonnel ServicesEmployment

Services Division700 H

Street, Room 4667Sac

ramento, CA 95814Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 Califor

nia Re lay ServiceEmail EmployOffi

ce@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail

Code{​{:}} 09-4667

• .SacCountyJobs.netEmployment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5{​{:}}00 p.m. o
• n the cut-off date.Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5{​{:}}00 p.m.
• on the cut-off date.Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as
• of the cut-off date.Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications w
• ill be disqualified.A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested
  
  

on the application.SUPPLE

MENTAL QUESTIONNAIREApplicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descripti

ve in your response.Note{​{:}} Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and wi

• ll not be considered.Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5{​{:}}00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5{​{:}}00 p.
• m. on the cut-off date.The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are s
• ubject to verification.Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed informa
• tion for each question.If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all th
• e questions completely.Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of co
• mpleting each question.If you have no experience, write "no experience" for th
• e appropriate question.For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application pac
• ket has been submitted.If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough,
  
  

detailed, and complete.FORMULA RATE EXAM

INATION (Weighted 100%)All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Fo

rmula Rate Examination.This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employ

ment list for this job.All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attaine

d from the examination.FRE

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Asked Questions (FAQ's)For information reg

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} Sacramento County is about enriching communities to thrive. We strive to create inclusive workplaces that reflect the communities we serve. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives, backgrounds, abilities, and diverse dimensions of our employees and residents. Through transparency, courage, innovation, and trust we are committed to advance equity and

transformational change.We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at dco@saccounty.gov or 916-874-7642, CA Relay 711

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