| Location | San Luis Obispo, CA |
| Salary | $63,315.20–$93,308.80 Per Year |
Social Worker II/III - Limited Term
Salary
$63,315.20 - $93,308.80 Annually
Location
All Locations - San Luis Obispo County, CA
Job Type
Permanent - Hourly
Job Number
0726PM-001532-01
Department
Health Agency
Division
Health Agency - Public Health
Opening Date
07/29/2026
Closing Date
8/12/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
About the Position
The Social Worker II/III will serve as a Lead Care Manager in the County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Departments Enhanced Care Management (ECM) Program. This position provides person-centered care coordination for Medi-Cal members with complex medical, behavioral health, and social needs, including individuals experiencing homelessness, justice involvement, and other barriers to care. This position combines office-based and field-based work throughout San Luis Obispo County. Lead Care Managers regularly meet with individuals in homes, shelters, hospitals, clinics, correctional facilities, and other community settings. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with the highest levels of complex social and health needs.
Responsibilities include conducting comprehensive assessments, developing care plans, coordinating services across health care and community systems, advocating for clients, documenting services in the electronic health record, and collaborating with multidisciplinary partners to improve health outcomes.
To view the complete job description for Social Worker II, click here.
To view the complete job description for Social Worker III, click here.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a compassionate and collaborative social worker with strong assessment, care coordination, and advocacy skills. They should be comfortable working with individuals experiencing homelessness and/or complex medical, behavioral health, housing, and social challenges and be able to build effective relationships with clients and community partners.
Experience with Medi-Cal populations, care coordination, public health, housing resources, behavioral health, or justice-involved populations is highly desirable.
The successful candidate will be organized, adaptable, and committed to providing high-quality, person-centered services as part of an interdisciplinary team. They should be comfortable working in a dynamic environment where priorities, policies, and workflows may evolve over time. The ideal candidate is open to feedback, embraces continuous learning, and is able to adjust to change while maintaining professionalism, accountability, and a positive, solution-focused approach.
Strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to balance competing priorities while maintaining accurate documentation and timely follow-through are essential for success in this role.
Minimum Qualifications:
Social Worker II: One of the following options:
A: Possession of a Bachelors degree in any field AND one (1) year of experience equivalent to a Social Worker I with San Luis Obispo County; OR B: 30 semester units or 45 quarter units from an accredited college or university, including 15 semester units or 22.5 quarter units in a closely related field of study* AND two (2) years of experience equivalent to a Social Worker I with San Luis Obispo County
Social Worker III: One of the following options:
A: Possession of a Bachelors degree in any field AND one (1) year of experience equivalent to a Social Worker II with San Luis Obispo County; OR B: 30 semester units or 45 quarter units from an accredited college or university, including 15 semester units or 22.5 quarter units in a closely related field of study AND two (2) years of experience equivalent to a Social Worker II with San Luis Obispo County OR C: Masters Degree in Social Work Social Work or closely related degree; OR D: Masters Degree in any field AND one (1) year social work experience.
Examples of Job-related experience: Experience in a public or private agency that includes supporting or managing a caseload comprised of people with various types of social service problems, by properly applying the laws, rules, and regulations governing the operation of social service agencies.
How to Apply
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date.
Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.
An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.
Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.
For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website atwww.slocounty.ca.gov.
Your attached resume will not substitute for the completion of the application. Please complete all required fields and supplemental questions.
Be advised that while use of AI is common practice, we want to see your individual style and critical thinking skills in your answers to the supplemental questions.
Reasonable Accommodation Notice
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail hr@co.slo.ca.us for more information.
Veterans Preference Points
If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veterans preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. Click here for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran's credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.
Make a Difference
Employees of the County of San Luis Obispo are public servants who impact the lives of our community every day. From supporting efforts to reduce homelessness, keeping our drinking water clean, or serving the families in need in the community, County employees make a difference.
Compensation and Benefits
Your annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package.
In general, temporary employees are not eligible for County-sponsored benefits and may have limited benefit options available to them. For more information on benefit eligibility, please e-mail hr@co.slo.ca.us.
For additional information regarding the benefits listed that may be available to you, visit the associated Benefits-At-A-Glance webpage (click here for link).
Some benefits include:
The County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs.
Pension Benefit and Employee Contribution Rates:
The Countys pension is a defined benefit plan that provides a guaranteed monthly pension payment for life based on your time in service, wages, and other factors. The County is the primary contributor to the pension fund, but the health of the pension fund also depends on mandatory employee contributions. Employees are required to pay a percentage of their base pay towards the pension fund, ranging from 5% to 19%. This amount is deducted from your paycheck pre-tax every pay period. To find out how much will be deducted from your paycheck should you be hired for this position, please contact Pension Trust at (805) 781-5465.
Healthcare Benefits and Cafeteria Contributions:
The County offers comprehensive medical coverage to you and your family, along with two dental plan options and vision coverage. All permanent employees receive a monthly employer contribution (or 'cafeteria' contribution) to help them pay for their portion of the medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums. The amount of the cafeteria contribution varies by Bargaining Unit (BU) and the extent to which employees enroll their dependents. If the cafeteria amount is greater than your selected premiums, the remainder of the cafeteria is paid out to you in your paycheck as taxable income. If the cafeteria amount is less than your monthly premiums, you pay the remainder of the premiums with pre-tax wages.
To estimate your out-of-pocket costs (or cashback from extra cafeteria), visit the Cafeteria Rates webpage (click here for link).
Learning and Development
The County prioritizes your learning, personal and professional development, and career growth. Employees have access to over 1500 on-demand courses, instructor led courses, and job-specific trainings.
Employees can take courses to upskill to make themselves more competitive for promotional opportunities and further their career growth. Examples of courses include:
Student Loan Forgiveness
Did you know that if you are employed by a government agency you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
County employees also have access to GotZoom, a program that offers tools and support to navigate your federal student loans.
Homebuyer assistance program
Employees have access to the "Assist-to-Own" program sponsored by Golden State Finance Authority (click here for link to more information) to get a loan for the down payment.
01
Do you possess of a Bachelors degree in any field and one year of experience equivalent to a Social Worker I; or 30 semester units/45 quarter units from an accredited college or university, including 15 semester units/22.5 quarter units in a closely related field of study* and two years of experience equivalent to a Social Worker I?
02
Please briefly describe your experience in social work, working with Medi-Cal members, individuals experiencing homelessness and/or individuals experiencing justice involvement
Required Question
Employer County of San Luis Obispo
Address 1055 Monterey Street
Suite D-250
San Luis Obispo, California, 93408
Phone 805-781-5959
Website http://www.slocounty.ca.gov/