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The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Social Worker III/III Master’s Level in the Child and Adult Protective Services Division of the Health & Human Services Department. Under general supervision, incumbents are fully competent to independently perform the most complex and sensitive social services case work by providing a variety of services to County residents; identify, access and document abuse and neglect cases; provide counseling and support services to children and parents; refer clients to services; prepare detailed, complex court documents and testify in court as required; and perform related work as assigned. The work may be related to a specific program area or to more general social service benefit provision. The Social Worker III and the Social Worker III – Master’s Level are the advanced journey-level classes in the general social work series.

About Health and Human Services:

The Yuba County Health and Human Services Department provides a wide array of services through a diverse system of holistic programs.  Employees, numbering about 300, are responsible for planning, managing, coordinating, and delivering a continuum of these services in a manner that is responsive to the needs of the community. There are several major divisions within the department including: Adult Services; Child Welfare Services; Public Assistance; Employment Services; Housing and Integrated Services; Public Health; Veterans Services; and Finance and Administration.  The department is committed to its vision of a healthy and thriving community by improving the overall well-being of our residents, valuing employees and encouraging a healthy work/life balance. The Health and Human Services Department offers flexible work schedules.

About Yuba County:

Yuba County is situated in the Northern Sacramento Valley, approximately 40 miles north of the State Capitol in Sacramento and two hours away from San Francisco and Lake Tahoe. The boundaries stretch from the farms and orchards of the valley to the timberlands of the Sierras. Yuba County offers its residents the many advantages of a rural lifestyle away from the pressures of the urban areas. The County’s rivers, lakes and outdoor recreation areas provide excellent hunting, fishing, boating and skiing opportunities. Our County vision is to create a “golden” future for Yuba County by inspiring a community of participation, embracing our unique history, and discovering the wealth of our untapped potential.

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Registered Nurse (RN) in the Health and Human Services Department’s Public Health division. The RN is an entry level position in the nursing series under supervision of the Supervising Public Health Nurse.  Incumbents promote general health in the community through education and outreach; performs a range of nursing tasks such as specimen collection and processing; administering medications/injections, diagnostic skin tests and immunizations; completes appropriate paperwork such as logs, report, and forms; coordinate the patient’s medical care with private physicians, public facilities and other health centers; reviews laboratory results; assists in monitoring quality assurance, infection control and safety activities; participates in COVID-19 response activities including testing and other activities; administration of general nursing care, including general health screenings; and provision of quality nursing care to both adult and pediatric patients in a variety of settings in conjunction with or under the direction of the Public Health Officer.  The RN may be assigned to various Public Health programs.  Current needs are specifically in the Communicable Disease program where the RN provides monitoring and follow-up to reportable communicable diseases such as sexually transmitted diseases, food-borne diseases, hepatitis A, B and C, meningitis, and tuberculosis.  The RN works strategically with other CD team members and the Public Health Officer to respond to disease trends and outbreaks.  The RN works closely with clients and health care providers to coordinate appropriate diagnostic services, treatment, and case management and provides expert consultation on diagnosis, treatment, and contact tracing. 

About Public Health:

Health Department aspires to ensure a strong and healthy community by assessing needs and promoting healthy lifestyles through health education, prevention and intervention services. The Division supports the mission of Health and Human Services by promoting health and wellness in order to be a catalyst for building a healthy and thriving community. We achieve this through ongoing efforts to increase access to needed medical services, promote healthy lifestyle choices, and enhance the quality of life of individuals, families, and the community through education, prevention, and intervention services.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is recruiting for an individual to serve as a Clinical Therapist I/II for the Access to Care (ATC) Team. The Clinical Therapist I/II position will appeal to individuals who are inspired by challenges and opportunities presented in working with an engaged and active community.  The Clinical Therapist I/II will report to a Program Supervisor or Clinical Program Manager.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Conduct same day biopsychosocial assessments with both adults and children;

• Will formulate a differential diagnosis concerning the nature of the mental health challenge;

• Create treatment plans and complete all necessary Electronic Health Record documentation;

• Perform screenings, linkage to resources and provide crisis interventions and crisis assessments;

• Work on a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery and ensure Network Adequacy;

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and must have excellent attendance;

• Collaborate with outside agencies to coordinate care for individuals seeking services.

• Perform other duties as assigned, etc.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one special individual to serve as its Community Crisis Response Team (CCRT) Clinical Therapist II.  Under supervision, the CCRT Psychiatric Technician will provide field-based crisis intervention, linkage and referral, consultation, and education within the scope of practice.  The CCRT Psychiatric Technician will report to the Crisis Intervention and Medication Support Manager but will be located at Claremont City Hall.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Respond to non-client community crisis calls with or without law enforcement;

• Obtain and maintain LPS designation in Los Angeles County;

• Ability to work with LPS designated facilities and ambulance companies to procure LPS beds and arrange for transfer of individuals that require a higher level of care;

• Perform field-based emergency mental health evaluations in accordance with agency procedure;

• Provide crisis intervention services to individuals, groups, and families;  

• Identify treatment needs and make appropriate referrals for necessary services;

• Assist clients and relatives with understanding behavioral health challenges and their reaction to them;

• Provide field-based crisis intervention by assessing for suicidal ideation, homicidal ideation and Grave Disability based on a mental health disorder

• Work on a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery; ability to work in a field-based, fast-paced environment; and other duties as assigned.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for an individual to fill the position of Psychiatric Technician I/II/III whom will provide medication support services both in the field and at the office. This particular position is located within the Children & Family Services Department and will report to the Medication Support Team Manager & the Medication Support Services Supervisor. The Psychiatric Technician I/II/III will appeal to individuals who are inspired by challenges and opportunities presented in working with an engaged and active community by providing all manner of adjunctive medication support services.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• In collaboration with the Agency’s Psychiatrists, will provide medication support services including injections, medication monitoring, non-prescription medication, etc.;

• Responsible for documentation per Electronic Health Record on a daily basis for services rendered;

• Provide direct and indirect care including taking and recording measures of the client’s physical condition such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration;

• Observe, evaluate, record, and report to professional staff changes in client’s condition;

• Implement de-escalation procedures and techniques to aid or clients in crisis to help prevent injury to themselves or others through verbal intervention;

• Obtain LPS-designation and work clients on an interagency basis as well as local agencies for client hospitalization when indicated;

• Work directly with entire treatment team, adjunctively for clients who require medication monitoring per Psychiatrist disposition as well as clients in crisis; and other duties as assigned.

The City of Patterson’s Engineering Department is seeking to fill two (2) full-time Permit Technician I positions and to establish an Eligibility List.  Duties include but are not limited to: under general supervision, performs a variety of technical and office support duties for the Building division; provides information to the public related to the application processes and other policies and procedures; coordinates submitted projects and communicates with all involved departments; inputs data into automated information systems; updates and generates reports. 

 The City of San Mateo Public Works Department is looking for an Assistant/Associate Engineer

This recruitment is scheduled to close on October 19, 2020, or upon receipt of the first 100 applications, résumés (Resumes are not required but strongly recommended), required certificate and supplemental questionnaires, whichever occurs first.

When you join the Public Works Department, you will work among collaborative and energetic colleagues who share a passion for serving our San Mateo citizens and improving the community in which we live and work. Our team is comprised of individuals with diverse talents and experience in various fields. We will provide you with a wide range of opportunities in a team-based collaborative environment while helping you achieve your professional goals. Collaboration, Innovation, Respect, Creativity, Transparency and Informed Risk-taking are attributes within the City’s mission, values and organizational principles that we are seeking in the candidates.

The City of San Mateo Public Works Department is seeking one Assistant/Associate Engineers for the Traffic Engineering Section.  Candidates should be highly motivated, experienced, seek professional growth, and desire to lead and support in the delivery and review of various City projects. 

As Assistant/Associate Engineer, you would support the Department’s mission to operate, maintain and improve the City’s infrastructure. The Public Works Department is responsible for the maintenance, repair, cleaning, and construction of the City’s major capital improvement projects and infrastructure, which include: sewer and storm conveyance systems, wastewater treatment plant, streets, street lights, traffic signals, publicly owned parking lots and garages, pump stations, a major lagoon, and dams and levees. The Department also reviews plans and inspects the construction of public improvements to serve new private residential, commercial, and industrial developments and administers contracts for the collection, disposal, and recycling of solid waste. The Department is also responsible for the City’s review and management of right-of-way impacts associated with private development and traffic operations. The Department’s primary function is customer service and response to public needs.

While this recruitment is focused on the Traffic Engineering Section assignments, all engineering disciplines are encouraged to apply as this recruitment may be utilized in the future to support other Public Works Department programs, which include the Pavement Management Program, Traffic Operations, Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning, Private Development, and Stormwater and Flood Protection.  This is an exciting opening for you to be engaged and challenged with the opportunity to improve our San Mateo community.

Look to some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work,

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The City of San Mateo is a very progressive City that encourages staff and resident engagement to develop positive solutions that meet the demands of the community and regulatory landscape.  To this end, the Assistant/Associate Engineers will help support efforts to accomplish short and long-term project deliveries, while sustaining the City’s missions, visions and goals.  The Public Works Department is committed to high performance levels and standards, utilizing best practices relative to performance management and team-oriented approaches.  The Department supports staff development through a variety of internal and external training opportunities.  Each Assistant/Associate Engineer will be given the opportunity to participate in team building efforts to accomplish the collective services, goals, projects, initiatives, and work plans of the Department and City.

The Traffic Engineering Section’s Assistant/Associate Engineer’s key assignments include PS&E development and review, traffic engineering policy implementation, traffic impact analysis review and conducting engineering studies. PS&E development includes roadway modifications, traffic signal and communications improvements, bike, ped, and complete streets elements, and traffic control plans. The Assistant/Associate is expected to work independently to coordinate with consultants, contractors, and other agencies on behalf of the City, as well as communicate with project stakeholders including property owners, other City staff, and public officials.

Under the direction of a Senior Engineer, the Assistant/Associate Engineer will perform the duties relative to their position. Demands of this position will continue to evolve and change to respond to community needs. Adaptability and flexibility are important for success in this position. For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at www.cityofsanmateo.org

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Public Health Nurse Intern, Public Health Nurse I/II in the Health and Human Services Department. This position provides the full range of public health nursing services in homes, clinics, schools and community centers that include: education, assessments, clinical services and communicable disease control and prevention. Public Health Nurses are assigned to specific programs such as; Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health, California Children’s Services, Child Health and Disability Prevention, Foster Care and communicable disease control. Performs related work as assigned.

Public Health Nurse Intern is a recruiting and training level class established to qualify candidates for duties as a PHN I/II in Yuba County Health & Human Services Department. Under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform a variety of public health nursing duties in assigned program areas while pursuing a Public Health Nurse Certification.

Public Health Nurse I is the entry level in this class series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform a variety of public health nursing duties in assigned program areas. As experience is gained, assignments become more complex and are performed under more general supervision. This class is flexibly staffed with the PHN II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience, qualifications and demonstrating proficiency which meet the requirements for the higher level class.

Public Health Nurse II is the journey level in this class series, fully qualified to provide public health nursing services for complex cases and to review the work of para-professional or support staff assigned to a nursing team.

About Public Health : Yuba County Public Health nurses work with individuals, families, and the community in a holistic way. The Social Determinants of Health and the 10 Essential Public Health Services heavily influence our programs and initiatives. This may look like applying fluoride varnish to a child, helping a new mother learn how to breastfeed, assisting a father who is worried about his one year old child’s developmental status and managing a caseload of medically fragile children, children in foster care or developing programs to assist the community achieve wellness.

About Yuba County:

Yuba County is situated in the Northern Sacramento Valley, approximately 40 miles north of the State Capitol in Sacramento and two hours away from San Francisco and Lake Tahoe. The boundaries stretch from the farms and orchards of the valley to the timberlands of the Sierras. Yuba County offers its residents the many advantages of a rural lifestyle away from the pressures of the urban areas. The County’s rivers, lakes and outdoor recreation areas provide excellent hunting, fishing, boating and skiing opportunities. Our County vision is to create a “golden” future for Yuba County by inspiring a community of participation, embracing our unique history, and discovering the wealth of our untapped potential.

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Plan Checker I/II in the Building Department within the Community Development & Service Agency. Initially under close supervision, the Plan Checker I/II performs plan and specification review for construction, improvement, remodeling, alteration and repair plans for compliance with codes, ordinances and regulations; performs related work as assigned. As experience is gained, duties become more complex and are performed under more general supervision.  This class is alternately staffed with Plan Checker II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications for the higher level class, and obtaining licenses and certifications as required.

About CDSA

The Community Development and Services Agency (CDSA) strives to improve the overall quality of life for our residents and fiscal health of our businesses by coordinating the orderly growth and development of the County. We accomplish this by providing proper implementation of related regulations, providing community services, and by providing operation, maintenance, and expansion of Public Works infrastructure. 

Date Posted:            September 17, 2020

Classification:          COORDINATOR, EARLY LEARNING QUALITY AND INCLUSION
                                   Open recruitment

Work Schedule:       8 hours per day (8:00AM – 5:00PM);
                                   5 days per week (Monday – Friday);
                                 12 months per year
 

Salary Range:          Step A                   Step B                   Step C                  Step D                 Step E
(monthly)               starting                   6 mos                  18 mos                 30 mos               42 mos
                                $10,313                $10,906                 $11,533               $12,197               $12,899

Benefits:  Total Compensation Package:  Placement on salary schedule.  If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $1,075.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis.  If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $300.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  A vision plan (VSP) is also available.  Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

Current Vacancy:     Educational Services Division; Early Learning Support Services Department;
                                   101 Twin Dolphin Drive; Redwood City, CA  94065

Application Deadline:          Friday, October 2, 2020     (application and supplemental application must be received online, or in the Personnel Office by 4:00PM)

Job Summary:  Under the direction of the Executive Director of Early Learning Support Services (ELSS), plan, organize and manage the operations and activities of early learning quality improvement initiatives with a focus on supporting children with special needs and disabilities; provide leadership and coordinate communications, meetings, budgets, grants, data collection, and project reporting requirements, collaborate with program staff, schools, and community partners in project planning, implementation and project evaluation activities; serve as a technical resource and liaison to staff and community partners on early learning initiatives; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.

Essential Job Functions:              

• Ensure quality preschool services for all children by implementing project objectives that promote significant improvement in school readiness and achievement of children of color, children living in poverty, English learners and children with special needs and disabilities
• Work with the ELSS Executive Director in managing the initiatives, including budget development, compliance monitoring, data and fiscal reporting
• Plan, organize, and manage the timely and effective implementation of initiative’s operations and activities including services provided by subcontractors and consultants
• Work with staff and partner agencies to implement and refine initiative goals and objectives; coordinate the development of policies, procedures, and plans for human and resource allocations
• Develop subcontract documents and serve as lead for subcontractor and consultant agreements needed to implement the initiatives
• Provide leadership, coordinate and facilitate communications, meetings, reporting functions, partnerships and information
• Provide consultation and technical assistance to subcontractors, administrators, and personnel and outside agencies; respond to inquiries, assure proper and timely resolution of issues or concerns related to initiatives policies and procedures, and modify services to ensure compliance with required standards
• Research information and prepare project funding proposals; develop, write and review agreements with outside service providers; participate in contract monitoring procedures and ensure subcontractor compliance with project policies and procedures
• Prepare and maintain a variety of records, reports and files related to financial activity, budgets, grants, contracts, meetings, and assigned duties; assure mandated reports are submitted to appropriate administrator, funding agency or governmental organization in accordance with established time lines and requirements
• Establish, develop and maintain partnerships with community resources and outside agencies to facilitate and enhance support the Early Learning field
• Plan, schedule, coordinate and arrange meetings according to established time lines and requirements; prepare and develop meeting agendas; assure proper recording of meeting minutes; attend and participate in The Big Lift and other meetings related to Quality Improvement Initiatives; present materials, data, research and information related to needs, issues, operations and activities
• Develop annual preliminary budgets for Quality Improvement Initiative contracts; analyze financial data and reports and authorize expenditures
• Provide consultation and technical assistance to contractors, personnel, administrators, outside agencies and others relating to Early Learning quality initiatives’ services; respond to inquiries and provide detailed and technical information
• Monitor the quality of preschool programs participating in Quality Initiatives to assure compliance with established standards, requirements and contract specifications; visit preschool sites to observe classroom activities, confer with assigned consultants and staff, provide technical support, review documentation and assure child development needs are being met; identify and assure proper and timely resolution of compliance issues
• Develop, implement and conduct staff development, and public information activities concerning Early Learning Quality Improvement Initiatives; prepare and deliver oral and written presentations using a variety of media, to explain related principles, theories, standards, guidelines, requirements, practices, procedures and techniques
• Maintain current knowledge of educational methods, research, practices and standards related to quality early childhood education and related laws, codes, and regulations
• Participate in a variety of community outreach activities to facilitate and enhance community awareness of Early Learning Quality Improvement Initiatives; prepare and distribute a variety of promotional and informational materials
• Manage assigned contracts and grants and budgets and reports to funders on contract deliverables
• Act as project liaison within the community representing both the County Office of Education and Big Lift program
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel

Qualifications:  Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification.  Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

EDUCATION:   Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Development, Social Science or related field.  A special education degree or specialization, and a CA Child Development permit are preferred.

EXPERIENCE:   Three to four years of professional-level experience in an organization serving at-risk families with young children including responsibility for program coordination, project planning and management, fiscal oversight, grants management, and project evaluation.

LICENSE:         Possession of/or ability to attain a valid California Driver’s License

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:     

Knowledge of:

• Administration and Management - Program planning, project management, budget development, fiscal accountability, compliance monitoring, supervision and staff development, performance evaluation; fundraising and grant writing; project recordkeeping and reporting
• Professional Development - Coaching/mentoring strategies; training techniques; training content development; meeting facilitation
• Early Learning Educational Practices - Research and best practices in early learning and the childcare landscape in California including licensing requirements; education alignment strategies within the pre-K learning environment; CA Preschool Learning Foundations and Curriculum Frameworks; state and federal subsidy programs, and existing quality improvement systems and programs
• Educational and Programmatic Assessment – Methods of child screening, observation and assessment including the California Desired Results Developmental Profile System, and methods of early learning program improvement including Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) frameworks
• Program Evaluation – Current research tools and standards for measuring quality in early learning programs and services; data systems, data collection, analysis and reporting
• Collective Impact - Collaborative partnership development strategies
• Communications - Communication and information dissemination strategies techniques. Written, oral, social and visual media options

Skill/Ability to:

• Project Coordination – Develop scope of work to meet initiative goals and objectives; establish service activity timelines and measurable outcomes; establish collaborative partnerships with community agencies
• Active Listening/Learning – Give full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand points being made and asking questions as appropriate; understand implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
• Training/Coaching - Identify the developmental/coaching needs of others; develop training programs or classes; deliver instruction to improve knowledge and skills; motivate, develop and direct people as they work
• Organizing/Planning/Problem Solving - Develop project goals and objectives; organize and prioritize project activities to accomplish objectives; analyze information, evaluate results and choose the best solution and solve problems; meet schedules and time lines
• Group Process – Facilitate group strategy and decision-making meetings; lead collective impact group participants to achieve desired results and outcomes
• Oral/Written Expression - Express complex information in an understandable and effective way; make public presentations and present seminars to small and large groups of people; write clearly, accurately and effectively
• Interpersonal - Establish rapport and maintain effective work relationships with diverse groups of people including children and families; work collaboratively and communicate effectively exhibiting tact and patience; navigate differences of opinion and resolve conflicts
• Technical - Manage data and create presentations using MS word, Excel, and PowerPoint software
• Supervision – Perform effective staff supervision, performance management and employee development

Physical Requirements:  Applicants must possess the physical abilities outlined below with or without accommodation.  San Mateo County Office of Education will consider reasonable accommodation requests.

• Vision sufficient to read a computer screen and small print in computer manuals
• Hearing sufficient to understand verbal communication over the phone or in person
• Speaking sufficient to communicate information over the phone and to both small and large groups of people
• Dexterity of hands and fingers sufficient to operate a computer keyboard
• Sitting/Standing for extended periods of time while on school site visits, conducting meetings, and delivering seminars

Examination Process:  The examination process for this classification will consist of:

1. Supplemental questionnaire (anticipated date- October 5, 2020)
2. A written examination (anticipated date- October 8, 2020)
3. An oral board examination (anticipated date- October 20, 2020)

Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire will be scored, and must be completed for the application to be considered.

All work experience, education, training, and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline.  Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

APPLICATIONS COMPLETED IMPROPERLY MAY BE CAUSE FOR INELIGIBILITY, DISQUALIFICATION OR MAY LEAD TO LOWER SCORES.  It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure all attachments have been received by the analyst after submission and prior to the expiration of the deadline date and time. Applicants will not be contacted about missing documentation or attachments.

Applicants will only be contacted by email about this position during each phase of the recruitment; therefore, it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that their registered email address is accurate and kept up-to-date and to check spam filter and junk email for updates for this recruitment. 

Applicants will need to pass each part of the examination process as outlined above to move forward through this recruitment.

NOTE:  Examination procedures subject to change as deemed necessary by the Executive Director, Personnel Commission Services.

Candidates who pass all of the examination processes are ranked on an eligibility list according to their score(s).  Selection for positions will be made from among the top three ranks of candidates.  The job eligibility list will be active for one (1) year unless it is abolished because of an insufficient number of available candidates.

Personnel Commission

101 Twin Dolphin Drive

Redwood City, CA  94065

650-802-5300

classifiedjobs@smcoe.org

https://www.smcoe.org/about/personnel-commission/

Proof of citizenship or legal status will be required upon offer of employment.

San Mateo County Office of Education provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons.  The recruitment, testing, and hiring of all personnel will be without regard to race, ancestry, national origin, age, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marriage status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, or veteran status.