CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER (HEALTH FACILITY)

Job Posting: Clinical Social Worker Department of Developmental Services - Headquarters

Job Title: Clinical Social Worker (Health Facility) Job Code #: JC-503276 Position #: 472-721-9877-XXX Working Title: Clinical Social Worker Classification: CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER (HEALTH FACILITY) Salary Range: $8,265.00 - $10,066.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Job Description and Duties

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join their team at the Stabilization Training Assistance Reintegration (STAR) Acute Crisis Homes. As a member of the STAR team, you will work to provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities during times of acute crisis. This role requires individuals who are passionate about person-centered care, and who are committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for individuals with disabilities.

STAR currently provides assistance to adolescents (11-17 years old) and adults (18 years of age and older) who are receiving regional center services. The STAR homes are four to five bed homes in community settings (Vacaville, Springville, and Costa Mesa).

Responsibilities:

• Assist individuals with activities of daily living
• Provide emotional support
• Promote independence
• Work in a community home setting

Requirements:

• Valid California Drivers License (CDL)
• Pass a Drug Screening
• Pass a Background Investigation
• Pass a Medical Clearance
• Possess a Clinical Social Worker License
• Meet the minimum qualifications of the Clinical Social Worker classification

Additional Requirements:

• Masters degree in Social Work or Counseling from an accredited college or university, plus a minimum of one year of employment as a Social Worker
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university, plus at least one year of administrative experience or supervisory experience over social work, child care, and/or support DSPs providing direct services to children
• Completed at least two years at an accredited college or university, plus at least two years administrative experience or supervisory experience over social work, child care, and/or support DSPs providing direct services to children
• Completed high school, or equivalent, plus at least three years administrative experience or supervisory experience over social work, child care, and/or support staff providing direct services to children
• Qualified behavior modification professional, defined by an individual with two years of experience; designing, supervising and implementing behavior modification services and a LCSW or LMFT (Title 17 Section 59050(v))

How to Apply:

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.

Application Package Documents:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically)
• All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification
• Resume (optional)
• Official transcripts (if required)

Desirable Qualifications:

• A minimum of two years of prior experience providing direct care, implementing behavioral programs and/or providing supervision to individuals with developmental disabilities
• Familiarity and/or prior experience with positive behavioral supports utilizing person-centered practices with individuals with developmental disabilities and severe psychiatric and behavioral conditions
• Prior experience working collaboratively with a team
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Possess and maintain sufficient strength, agility, endurance, and sensory ability to perform the duties contained in this duty statement
• Must be able to work with individuals with developmental disabilities (e.g. autistic spectrum disorder, intellectual disability) and severe behavioral (e.g. aggression, self-injurious behavior, property destruction, and elopement) and psychiatric conditions and symptoms (e.g. psychosis, mood disorders, PTSD, and suicidal ideation)
• Must be able to drive up to 300 miles per day and travel to locations throughout the three STAR locations and DDS headquarters. Travel may require over-night stays.

Benefits:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base, and length of appointment
• Additional benefits may also be outlined for specific bargaining units in employee collective bargaining contracts

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Application Methods:

• Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
• By Mail
• Drop-off
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