Social Work Supervisor II

Contra Costa County, CA
Contra Costa County, California United States  View Map
Posted: Nov 07, 2024
  • Salary: $109,562.88 - $133,174.44 Annually USD
  • Full Time
  • Administrative Analysis and Research
  • Clerical and Administrative Support
  • Human and Social Services
  • Job Description

    The Position

    Bargaining Unit: Local 1021 - Social Services First Line Supervisors Unit

    The Employment and Human Services Department is currently accepting applications to fill nine (9) vacancies for Social Work Supervisor II.

    Contra Costa County’s Employment and Human Services Department works diligently to provide the community with resources that support, protect, and empower individuals and families to achieve self-sufficiency. The department is committed to hiring candidates that share our core values of delivering an exceptional customer service experience, encouraging open communication, embracing change, practicing ethical behavior, and embracing diversity.

    We are looking for someone who is:
    • Capable of meeting deadlines and working in a high-pressure work setting
    • A leader who possesses the skill of encouraging and energizing the team to attain their objectives effectively
    • Proficient in demonstrating, instructing, mentoring, coaching, and providing assistance to staff in a fast-paced work environment
    • Patient and flexible in covering additional duties when needed
    • Knowledgeable about Child Welfare initiatives and Risk Assessment tools
    • Able to develop innovative strategies to solve complex problems and assist families
    • A critical thinker
    What you will typically be responsible for:
    • Supervising a team of Social Worker II & III professionals, along with clerical and support personnel
    • Establishing clear performance expectations, tracking and coaching staff progress, and resolving conflicts and disputes effectively
    • Managing individual programs and facilitating both individual supervision meetings and group meetings
    • Overseeing staff attendance, timesheets, and leaves, as well as providing supervision and training to interns and new staff, and managing ongoing learning for experienced staff
    • Understanding and interpreting County, State, and Federal Child Welfare policies and protocols, and training staff on policy and protocol implementation
    • Participating in inter-agency meetings and County committees relevant to Child Welfare and juvenile dependency
    • Verifying that Social Workers are meeting compliance for timely home visits, face to face contacts, investigations, and Court reports
    • Reviewing and approving Court Reports, Case Plans, Risk Assessment tools and other written materials for accuracy and proper grammar; as well as coaching and instructing social workers to enhance their writing skills
    A few reasons you might love this job:
    • Your contributions can lead to significant and meaningful changes within the Bureau and the community
    • You thrive in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment that demands complex thought, adaptability, and flexibility
    • Your work is making a direct contribution to safeguarding children and assisting families in achieving their full potential
    • You find joy in teaching, inspiring, and enabling social workers to do excellent work and achieve their maximum capabilities, all while providing high quality case management services
    • You appreciate working in an environment that serves individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds
    A few challenges you might face in this job:
    • You operate under pressure to meet compliance and Court deadlines
    • You frequently implement new and changing policies at a County level
    • You work with staff who may be experiencing stress, secondary trauma, and burnout
    • You work with a non-voluntary client population
    Competencies Required:
    • Critical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims
    • Reading Comprehension: Understanding and using written information
    • Legal & Regulatory Navigation: Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
    • Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires
    • Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
    • Professional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
    • Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
    • Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
    • Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
    • Coaching & Developing Others: Supporting others in stretching and expanding their capabilities
    • Managing Performance: Ensuring superior individual and group performance
    • Valuing Diversity: Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace
    To read the complete job description, please visit the website, www.cccounty.us/hr

    The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.

    Minimum Qualifications

    License Required: Possession of a valid California motor vehicle operator’s license. Out-of- State motor vehicle operator’s license will be accepted during the application process.

    Education: Possession of a master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Social Work, Counseling or Psychology with a specialization in Marriage, Family Therapy or in a major within the social/human services field or Gerontology specifically for Adult Protective Services.

    Experience: Three (3) years of full-time (or the equivalent of full-time) complex and specialized social casework experience in a public or private human services agency equivalent to a Contra Costa County Social Worker III or the assessment of risk to children or adults and participation in Juvenile or Superior Court proceedings.

    Desirable Qualifications:
    • Experience as a Child Welfare Social Worker
    • Knowledge of child abuse, mental health, substance abuse, intimate partner violence, and trauma informed practice
    • Strong writing and communication skills


    Selection Process

    Application Filing and Evaluation: Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process. HireVue Oral Exam: The assessment will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the job. In the assessment, candidates must achieve an average passing score of 70% or higher on each of the competencies and an overall passing score of 70% or higher. These may include, but are not limited to: Critical Thinking, Professional Integrity & Ethics, Handling Stress, Valuing Diversity, and Oral Communication.Departmental Hiring Interview

    The online interview will be administered remotely using a computer or mobile device such as a tablet. You will need access to a reliable internet connection to participate in the online interview, as well as computer or mobile device with a camera.

    Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the selection process.

    The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

    For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Matthew Damm at matthew.damm@hrd.cccounty.us. For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627.

    CONVICTION HISTORY

    After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

    DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

    All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

    It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

    To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

    Closing Date/Time: Continuous
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Contra Costa County Human Resources Department
    • Contra Costa County Human Resources Department

    The County of Contra Costa, California was incorporated in 1850 as one of the original 27 counties of the State of California, with the City of Martinez as the County Seat. 

    Contra Costa County is home to more than one million residents. Comprised of 19 cities and many established communities in the unincorporated area, it is the ninth most populous county in the state.

    The most notable landmark in the county is Mount Diablo, rising 3,849 feet at the northern end of the Diablo Range. It is the centerpiece of Mt. Diablo State Park, one of many recreation areas residents and visitors can enjoy. The East Bay Regional Park District is comprised of more than 100,000 acres within 65 parks, including more than 1,200 miles of trails.

    Our Mission: Contra Costa County is dedicated to providing public services which improve the quality of life of our residents and the economic viability of our businesses.

    Our Vision: Contra Costa County is recognized as a world-class service organization where innovation and partnerships merge to enable our residents to enjoy a safe, healthy and prosperous life.

    Our Values: Contra Costa County serves people, businesses and communities. Our organization and each one of our employees value:

    • Clients and communities
    • Accountability
    • Partnerships
    • Fiscal prudence
    • Quality Services
    • Organizational excellence

     

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