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San Mateo Medical Center is seeking well-qualified candidates for the position of Occupational Therapist II.  
Currently, there is one full-time, limited-term vacancy and two Extra-Help, part-time, vacancies. These positions will plan and provide occupational therapy services for acutely ill or rehabilitative patients in an outpatient and/or inpatient setting.
Occupational Therapist II is the experienced journey level class in this series. Incumbents in this class perform the full range of general therapy treatments with a greater degree of independence and proficiency, additionally applying more specialized and advanced therapy treatments. Some individuals may also assist in providing technical advice and training to less experienced staff.
The ideal candidate has graduated from an accredited occupational therapy curriculum and is licensed as an Occupational Therapist by the California Board of Occupational Therapy and registered with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. They will also possess a Certificate of completion for a course in Basic Life Support as approved by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Additionally, the incumbent will have experience in working with adults, skilled nursing, and acute care.  Fluency in Spanish is preferred, but not required. Ability to work weekends and/or holiday coverage when necessary is strongly preferred.
About Us
SMMC inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation department has a talented team of 35 physical, occupational and speech therapists. We take pride in excelling within San Mateo County's public hospital and clinics, taking care of the most diverse patient populations. We treat a multitude of conditions, including neurologic and orthopedic injuries, as well as post-operative surgical conditions, where our outcomes exceed targets. Further, we foster educational and improvement opportunities, which provide best-practice care and evidence-based skills. Join our team! We are looking for a new team member who enjoys working with a large multidisciplinary team, has a growth mindset, advocates for resources, and shares in our team's celebrations and accomplishments. Our colleagues have shared that San Mateo County's commitment to work-life balance is one of the best in the industry. Come share your talents on our engaged and dynamic therapy team!  

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Under medical direction, plan and perform occupational therapy for a variety of patients.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to provide comprehensive treatment to patients.
• Provide therapeutic activities to promote independence in daily living activities.
• Plan, organize and participate in occupational therapy activities.
• Design and fabricate splints.
• Instruct patients in the use of therapeutic tools and equipment.
• Provide ongoing assessment and documentation of the patient's response to treatment in accordance with hospital standards.
• Participate in discharge planning and refer parents to community services.
• Determine need for department and patient-related supplies and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment areas.
• May participate as clinical preceptor in a university affiliated occupational therapy student program.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification:

• Eligibility for or registration as an Occupational Therapist by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. Failure to obtain this licensure within twelve months of employment may result in termination.
• Possession of a Certificate of completion for a course in Basic Life Support as approved by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association; or must be obtained within six months of appointment.

Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

Occupational Therapist II: One year of supervised experience in occupational therapy.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and methods of occupational therapy, as applicable to all types of cases found in a general hospital providing acute care or in a rehabilitative center.
• Physical and psychological problems of physically disabled, aged, gero-psychiatric and chronically ill patients.
• Principles of splint design and fabrication.
• Use and care of therapeutic tools and equipment commonly used in occupational therapy.
• Professional ethics and the fundamental laws of practice for occupational therapy.

Skill/Ability to:

• Administer and document occupational therapy treatments.
• Assess patient needs, analyze situations accurately and implement an effective plan of action.
• Adapt equipment to patient needs.
• Integrate occupational therapy services with other medical and institutional programs.
• Develop new programs in response to patient/department need.
• Explain and teach occupational therapy activities to patients, health care professionals and other interested persons.
• Exercise tact and good judgment in dealing with patients, staff and the public.
• Prepare reports and keep records of case histories.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Act as a consultant/trainer for education and other staff.
• Provide suitable transportation between work sites.
• Lift or assist with lifting patients and equipment.

Application/Examination

If you are interested in being considered for these extra-help or limited term positions, the following materials must be electronically submitted in a Word or PDF format.

• Cover letter
• Resumé
• Supplemental Questions

Supplemental Questions

1) Eligibility for or registration as an Occupational Therapist by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. Failure to obtain this licensure within twelve months of employment may result in termination. Do you possess this qualification or will be able to obtain this licensure within twelve months of employment?

2) Possession of a Certificate of completion for a course in Basic Life Support as approved by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association; or must be obtained within six months of appointment. Do you possess this qualification or will be able to obtain this certification within six months of appointment? 

3)Would you like to be considered for the Extra-Help vacancy or the Limited-Term vacancy?

Please include the words "Occupational Therapist II - Extra Help / Limited- Term " in the subject line of the email submission. Please submit the required materials electronically via email to:

Heather Rudolph, Clinical Services Manager - Rehabilitation 

hrudolph@smcgov.org

Application materials will be reviewed as they are received, and well-qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Apply immediately. Resumés will be accepted until position is filled. This posting is open on a continuous basis and selection may be made at any time within the process.

 

San Mateo Medical Center and its clinics are currently seeking well-qualified candidates for Physical Therapist II to provide outpatient and/or inpatient services at San Mateo Medical Center - Main Campus in San Mateo, CA. Currently, there is a Limited-Term, Full-Time vacancy and an Extra-Help, part-time vacancy. 

These positions would provide outpatient and/or inpatient services physical therapy evaluations and treatments for a variety of orthopedic and neurologic conditions.

Physical Therapists manage patients with a wide range of diagnoses, chronic and acute, and are part of a dynamic treatment team. In addition, Physical Therapists identify patient challenges and develop goals and a care plan with reasonable outcomes for the individual's life/work settings. Daily opportunities are created in this assignment through the variety of illnesses/injuries seen in our patient population.

Physical Therapists work at SMMC as part of a County rehabilitation program, which provides evaluation, education and treatment. The therapeutic program at SMMC is oriented toward inpatients and outpatients with acute and chronic problems while providing therapy to inpatients with a need for long or short-term rehabilitation.

The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of one year of work experience providing care in an outpatient setting with an interest in covering inpatient when the census justifies. Ability to work weekends and/or holiday coverage when necessary is also strongly preferred. New or recent graduates with independent outpatient physical therapy work experience or internships are encouraged to apply. 

About Us

SMMC inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation department has a talented team of 35 physical, occupational and speech therapists. We take pride in excelling within San Mateo County's public hospital and clinics, taking care of the most diverse patient populations. We treat a multitude of conditions, including neurologic and orthopedic injuries, as well as post-operative surgical conditions, where our outcomes exceed targets. Further, we foster educational and improvement opportunities, which provide best-practice care and evidence-based skills. Join our team! We are looking for a new team member who enjoys working with a large multidisciplinary team, has a growth mindset, advocates for resources, and shares in our team's celebrations and accomplishments. Our colleagues have shared that San Mateo County's commitment to work-life balance is one of the best in the industry. Come share your talents on our engaged and dynamic therapy team! 

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Under medical direction, plan and perform physical therapy for a variety of patients.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to provide comprehensive treatment to patients.
• Participate in discharge planning and refer patients to community services.
• Provide therapeutic activities to promote independence in daily living activities.
• Provide therapeutic exercises and instruct patients or caregivers in home exercise programs.
• Plan, organize and participate in physical therapy activities.
• Instruct patients in the use of therapeutic tools and equipment.
• Provide ongoing assessment and documentation of the patient's response to treatment in accordance with hospital and Medicare standards.
• Determine need for department and patient-related supplies and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment areas.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification:

• Eligibility for or registration as a Physical Therapist by the State Board of Medical Examiners. Failure to obtain this licensure within twelve months of employment may result in termination.
• Possession of a Certificate of completion for a course in Basic Life Support as approved by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association; or must be obtained within six months of appointment.

Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:
Physical Therapist II: One year of supervised experience in physical therapy. 

Application/Examination

If you are interested in being considered for this extra-help or limited-term position, the following materials must be electronically submitted in a Word or PDF format:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Supplemental Questions

Supplemental Questions

1) Eligibility for or registration as a Physical Therapist by the State Board of Medical Examiners is required. Failure to obtain this licensure within twelve months of employment may result in termination. Do you possess this qualification or will be able to obtain this licensure within twelve months of employment?

2) Possession of a Certificate of completion for a course in Basic Life Support as approved by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association; or must be obtained within six months of appointment. Do you possess this qualification or will be able to obtain this certification within six months of appointment? 

3) Would you like to be considered for the Extra-Help vacancy or the Limited-Term vacancy?
Please include the words "Physical Therapist II - Extra Help / Limited Term" in the subject line of email submission.  Please submit the required materials electronically via email to:

Heather Rudolph, Clinical Services Manager - Rehabilitation 

hrudolph@smcgov.org

Application materials will be reviewed as they are received and well-qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Apply immediately. Application materials will be accepted until position is filled. This posting is open on a continuous basis and selection may be made at any time within the process.

San Mateo County Health is seeking a qualified Therapy Aide - Extra-Help for the Rehabilitation Services Department in the San Mateo Medical Center.

Rehabilitation Services provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy services to patients in the acute, long-term care, outpatient and acute psychiatric units of San Mateo Medical Center. Under supervision, the Therapy Aide assists Physical and Occupational Therapists with mobilizing patients and assisting physical and occupational therapists in carrying out treatments primarily on the acute medical/surgical and long-term care units of San Mateo Medical Center.

The Ideal Candidate will possess the following:

- Ability to work well with patients and colleagues.

- Ability to follow both oral and written instructions.

- Ability to lift moderate loads (~50 lbs) and/or assist with lifting and transferring patients of varying ages and conditions.

- Be self-motivated and independent.

- Has working knowledge of basic computer programs.

- Ability to read, write, and speak in Spanish is preferred, but not required.

About Us
SMMC inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation department has a talented team of 35 physical, occupational and speech therapists. We take pride in excelling within San Mateo County's public hospital and clinics, taking care of the most diverse patient populations. We treat a multitude of conditions, including neurologic and orthopedic injuries, as well as post-operative surgical conditions, where our outcomes exceed targets. Further, we foster educational and improvement opportunities, which provide best-practice care and evidence-based skills. Join our team! We are looking for a new team member who enjoys working with a large multidisciplinary team, has a growth mindset, advocates for resources, and shares in our team's celebrations and accomplishments. Our colleagues have shared that San Mateo County's commitment to work-life balance is one of the best in the industry. Come share your talents on our engaged and dynamic therapy team!  

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Transport patients to and from therapy unit.
• Ambulate with patients who require supervision or minimum level of assistance to walk.
• Assist therapists in carrying out treatment programs for patients.
• Observe patients while undergoing treatment and report changes in the status of patients to the supervising therapist.
• Assist in lifting of patients.
• Clean and maintain therapy equipment and perform light general housekeeping duties.
• Assist patients to and from restrooms.
• Request supplies and maintain inventory.
• Answer telephones and perform light clerical duties; attend meetings.
• May assist in training or supervision of volunteer workers.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Skill/Ability to:

• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Follow proper lifting techniques.
• Follow and comply with common hospital safety practices and procedures.
• Work with patients of different ages.
• Work with patients with acute and chronic disabilities.
• Understand and deal with depressed, mentally ill patients.
• Make basic mathematical computations.
• Learn to read gauges.

Licensure/Certification:
Possession of a Certificate of completion for a course in Basic Life Support as approved by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association; or must be obtained within six months of appointment.

Application/Examination

If you are interested in being considered for this extra help position, the following materials must be electronically submitted in a Word or PDF format.

• Cover letter
• Resumé
• Supplemental Questions 

Supplemental Questions
1) Do you possess a Certificate of completion for a course in Basic Life Support as approved by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association? 
2) Ability to read, write and speak in Spanish is preferred. Are you fluent in Spanish? 
3) Describe your interest in this position and any relevant experience or training in the medical field and/or Rehabilitation Services. 
Please include the words "Therapy Aide - Extra-Help " in the subject line of the email submission.  Please submit the required materials electronically via email to:

Heather Rudolph, Clinical Services Manager - Rehabilitation 

hrudolph@smcgov.org
Application materials will be reviewed as they are received, and well-qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Apply immediately. Resumés will be accepted until position is filled. This posting is open on a continuous basis and selection may be made at any time within the process.

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Human Resources Manager in the Human Resources & Organization Services Department. Under general direction, manage, supervise, plan and organize the day-to-day activities of any human resources related assignment; assists the Human Resources Director in providing County-wide comprehensive benefits, risk management and insurance programs, workers’ compensation and safety programs, organizational and employee development, recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, payroll and HR technologies, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and/or employee relations; labor relations; establish, develop and implement a broad range of policies, practices and procedures for area of assignment; and performs related work as assigned.

Position Overview:

The current HR Manager vacancy will oversee payroll, our HR applications including our HRIS, as well as many aspects of MOU compliance. You will play a crucial role in driving the success of our organization. You'll be responsible for managing all aspects of payroll administration, optimizing our HRIS systems for efficiency and accuracy, and designing and implementing other applications and comprehensive programs that meet the diverse needs of our employees.

About the Human Resources Department:

Human Resources and Organizational Services (HROS) partners with County departments on a full range of Human Resources and Risk Management Services including assistance in recruitment, selection, retention, leave management, ergonomics, classification and compensation analysis, consultation on organizational structure, organizational development, contract negotiations, employee relations, personnel records management, employee benefits, safety, workers’ compensation, risk management, and loss prevention.  

 

San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) is seeking a highly-qualified Social Worker III - Discharge Planner/Case Manager to provide highly skilled, intensive discharge planning and case management to individuals and their families, and provide casework consultation within SMMC and to outside agencies.

 

The Social Worker III - Discharge Planner/Case Manager position will support SMMC to provide services related to discharge planning/case management on various units of the hospital, including the Medical/Surgical unit, Intensive Care Unit, Acute Psychiatry unit, Short Term Rehabilitation unit, Emergency Room, and Psychiatric Emergency Services. This includes needs assessment, assistance in financial resource management, crisis management, service delivery planning and follow up, and referrals to public, community-based services and programs. The candidate should be familiar with the rules and regulations governing skilled nursing and assisted living facilities. The ideal candidate will have direct experience working in an acute care hospital setting performing discharge planning, including appropriate documentation in accordance with all Medicare and Medi-Cal regulations, and should be experienced working with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and LEAN principles.

 

The current vacancy is an on-site, Full-Time, Regular position. In addition to the regular vacancy, we also have an Extra-Help vacancy on site. Experience with psychiatric discharge planning is strongly preferred.

 

The ideal candidate will be:

• An experienced social worker with the ability to plan and execute complex treatment plans in a community- or acute care hospital-based setting.
• Experienced with Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS), as well as other mental health community programs.
• Knowledgeable of the systems of care related to older adults, mental health, substance abuse, developmental delay, pediatrics, primary care, palliative care, chronic illnesses, dialysis, conservatorship, and probation and parole.
• Able to work independently with little supervision and demonstrates a high degree of initiative.
• Knowledgeable of housing resources, their requirements for eligibility, and other community services such as In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS), Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP), Institute on Aging (IOA), Health Plan of San Mateo (HPSM), BHRS, and Bridges to Wellness, and more.
• Knowledgeable about County benefit and entitlement programs, such as Medi-Cal and ACE.
• Experienced and comfortable working with the following populations: multi-cultural, homeless, chronic diseases, end-of-life, mental health, domestic violence, parolees, and substance abuse disorders.
• Experienced working with a diverse population (race, ethnicity, age, ability, language, nationality, socioeconomic status, gender, religion, and sexual orientation).
• Able to accurately assess for signs of adult and child abuse and be a mandated reporter.
• Able to work in a politically charged environment under high degrees of stress and meet all deadlines.
• Able to develop effective and positive working relationships with community partners such as Aging and Adult Services, BHRS, and HPSM.
• An effective communicator to a broad range of stakeholders, including doctors, nurses, conservators, health advocates, families, and patients.
• Able to remain calm during crisis situations and perform emergency crisis counseling for families and patients as needed.
• Experienced documenting in an EMR.
• Able to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Spanish-speaking preferred.

 

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provide information and assistance to patients of SMMC.
• Conduct initial screenings for patients and develop appropriate discharge/service plans to address identified issues.
• Provide skilled casework services to patients and their families.
• Schedule and conduct family care conference meetings with patients, families, and treatment team for short-term and long-term placement needs.
• Coordinate referrals, both internal and external, as part of the social service plan.
• Follow up on referrals and document outcomes as well as completion of items.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients and their families.
• Assist patients in meeting a variety of emergency needs, including financial, housing, and emotional crises.
• Assist patients with applications and securing of private and public benefits.
• Gather and maintain current information on community resources and disseminate this information to patients and staff.
• Maintain case files utilizing the electronic medical record.
• Work with the hospital's multidisciplinary team of staff to identify and address barriers to care, participate in quality assurance efforts such as outcome analysis, chart reviews, and patient and staff satisfaction efforts, and assist with maintenance of Center policies.
• Document interactions with patients/clients in EMR.
• Be a member of the Palliative Care Team.
• Work in the emergency room or any other areas in the hospital that social workers cover.

 

Qualifications

Education:

• Satisfactory completion of 36 semester units of Social Welfare and/or appropriate behavioral science courses.

Experience:

• Three years' experience performing duties comparable to those of a Social Worker II or higher in San Mateo County.

Substitution: Possession of a Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of Social Work and two years' experience performing duties comparable to those of a Social Worker II or higher in San Mateo County.

Licensure/Certification :

• California class C driver license or equivalent.

 

Application/Examination

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, Confidential and Management extra-help/limited term, and SEIU or AFSCME represented extra help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

 

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the “Apply” button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

 

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 11:59 PM PST

Application Screening: Week of April 30, 2024

Civil Service/Panel Interviews: Week of May 13, 2024

San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC), part of San Mateo County Health, is seeking a qualified and experienced Diabetes Nurse Educator for its Innovative Care Clinic's (ICC), Diabetes Self-Management Education. The Innovative Care Clinic (ICC) is a fully functional adult care clinic providing an interdisciplinary and integrated model of care emphasizing collaboration across professional roles.  The Diabetes Nurse Educator will also serve the Ron Robinson Senior Care Center, Coastside, and Mental Health Primary Care clinics.

The Diabetes Nurse Educator functions as a patient educator collaborating with patients with a diagnosis of diabetes to educate them on areas such as weight management, food intake, medications and the proper usage of a glucometer.  The goal is to assist patients with high A1C to lower their numbers to be within normal range.  The Diabetes Nurse Educator will follow the American Diabetes Association guidelines for Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME).  The educator is responsible for submitting regular data to the ADA to retain SMMC's certification.  The educator will lead a team of diabetes educators across the SMMC system by conducting regular meetings to discuss any updates on DSME.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience in ambulatory care setting addressing chronic disease management; is skilled in patient diabetes self-management education, triage, and assessment; has worked with the underserved population and on interdisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate is also a critical thinker, fast learner and thrives in a dynamic environment.  Computer literacy, prior experience with electronic medical records (E-Clinical Works and/or EPIC preferred).  Experience in data tracking/management is highly desirable.  Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred.

Additionally desired Skills/Abilities/Knowledge:

• Certified Diabetic Educator Certification (preferred but not required) 
• Proficiency in using Excel in order to track key data for ongoing certification with the American Diabetes Association.
• An individual assessment and education plan developed collaboratively by the individual and educator(s) to direct the selection of appropriate educational interventions and self-management support strategies.
• Educational interventions directed toward helping the individual achieve self-management goals.
• Able to conduct one to one and group educational classes.
• Periodic evaluations to determine attainment of educational objectives.
• Documentation of the patient interaction and education plan, as well as any need for follow-up visits. 
• Ability to communicate effectively to patients in regard to nutrition, diet, and exercise to improve their overall health and quality of life.

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Identify problem situations or patient care issues; analyze, interpret, advise and consult with primary care providers to provide high quality, contemporary care.
• Interpret and modify the system of patient care delivered by evaluating and reviewing standard practices and initiating new procedures.
• Provide consultation and guidance to all levels of the nursing staff pertinent to patient care problems within the field of specialty.
• Advise the nursing staff in the establishment and maintenance of records of treatments given and the related progress of each patient for the purpose of analyzing patterns, synthesizing actions and evaluating patient care plans.
• Resolve unusual or unique patient care problems or situations, which require analytical, interpretative and constructive thinking.
• Formulate and develop plans, procedures and program content designed to meet specifically identified training/educational needs of patients.
• Formulate, and/or collaborate with nursing leadership to evaluate the DSME Program for any needed updates. 
• Present data and/or other DSME related updates in professional meetings.
• Evaluate patient-facing literature and resources to affirm they are meeting language needs and cultural competence.
• Serve as role model and resource person for staff and members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification:

• A California license as a Registered Nurse.
• Possession and maintenance of BLS certification. 

Education and Experience:

• Associate Degree in Nursing with two years clinical experience including one year in a clinical specialty area, or 
• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or a health-related field with one year of clinical experience including six months in a clinical specialty area, or
• Master's degree in Nursing.
• Must have knowledge of and verifiable experience in adult education curriculum development, program evaluation, and evidence-based and best practice implementation  

Application/Examination

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply.  Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, Confidential and Management extra-help/limited term, and SEIU or AFSCME represented extra help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
 
The examination will consist of an interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position based solely on the information provided in the application materials. Because of this screening process, all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE 
Final Filing Date:  April 29, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. PST
Application Screening:  May 2, 2024
Combined Panel/Department Interviews: May 14, 2024

 FULL TIME - FULL BENEFITS - TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT - ENDS 10/31/2024

 

THE POSITION 

Under immediate supervision (Parks Maintenance Worker I) or general supervision (Parks Maintenance Worker II), performs semi-skilled to skilled maintenance, repair, and construction work assigned to the parks division; operates maintenance and construction tools and equipment; performs a variety of maintenance tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Parks Maintenance Worker I: This is the entry level class in the Maintenance Worker series. This class is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to workers in this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters related to established procedures and guidelines as are positions allocated to the II level. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or non directly related work experience. Employees work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks.

Parks Maintenance Worker II: This is the full journey level class within the Maintenance Worker series. This class is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker I by the assignment of the full range of duties assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.

Representative Duties

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Handle complaints and answer questions from the public.
2. Perform general electrical, painting, plumbing and carpentry work as needed.
3. Make minor adjustments on service equipment; maintain tools and equipment in working order.
4. Oversee the work of community service workers.
5. Maintain logs of daily activities.
6. Assist in other areas as needed.
7. Perform related duties as required.
8. Inspect park grounds, structures, medians and related facilities for safety, appearance, and vandalism; remove graffiti from park surfaces.
9. Clean and clear park grounds, facilities, structures and playing fields of debris and potentially dangerous conditions; set up park for special events.
10. Plant, mow, prune, and maintain turf, trees, shrubs, and plants; clear sites of weeds.
11. Perform a wide variety of semi-skilled tasks in the construction and repair of park and community facilities.
12. Install, maintain, repair, and program irrigation systems.
13. Operate grounds maintenance equipment as well as a variety of hand and power tools.
14. Apply pesticide, herbicide, and other pest management treatments.

QUALIFICATIONS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of maintenance and repair activities related to area of assignment.

Common tools, materials, and motorized vehicles and equipment used in assigned area of responsibility.

The repair and maintenance of pumps and valves.

Park and landscape maintenance.

Basic mathematical principles.

Safe work practices and policies.

Techniques and procedures in basic carpentry, metal, masonry, painting, mechanical and electrical work.

Ability to:

Work with the variety of tools related to public works maintenance.

Learn to safely operate a variety of maintenance equipment.

Perform heavy manual labor.

Perform semi-skilled maintenance duties.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Read and understand schematic diagrams.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Parks Maintenance Worker I

Education/Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

Experience:

One year of experience in construction or maintenance work is desirable.

License or Certificate:

Possession of a California Class C Driver License.

Possession of a valid forklift certificate within one year of employment.

 

Parks Maintenance Worker II

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

Experience:

Two years of experience in area of assignment equivalent to the Maintenance Worker I in the City of Ceres.

License or Certificate:

Possession of a California Class C Driver License.

Possession of a valid forklift certificate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment: Work is performed primarily in an outdoor field environment; travel from site to site; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, mechanical and electrical hazards, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; work in or around water; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces and rough terrain; work at heights; incumbents may be required to respond to emergency and public calls after hours including evenings and weekends.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a field environment; to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to climb unusual heights on ladders; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight; to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

EXAMINATION PROCESS   Those who meet the employment qualifications and whose strengths and background most closely match the needs of the position will be contacted through the CalOpps email system and invited to an Interview Panel test.  Candidates who achieve a passing score on the Interview Panel will be certified on an Employment List, from which the top 3 scoring candidates will be referred to the hiring department for a final selection interview.     

SELECTION PROCESS  A contingent offer of employment is subject to successful completion of a pre-employment background check, fingerprint clearance, and a physical examination.  The required I9 verification form designated by the USCIS is required to certify eligibility for employment in the United States.

NOTE:  The City reserves the right to alter, adjust or change any portion of the examination process without notification.   The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract or employment expressed or implied.  Any provision contained within may be modified or revoked without notice.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

If you are a qualified individual with a disability as defined by the ADA and you need reasonable accommodation to participate in any of the examinations administered by the City of Ceres, you must notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date for the specific job.  Official documentation of your functional limitations to support your request may be required.

THE CITY OF CERES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY

The City of San José is a place where we use civic technology to help our community thrive.

As one of the largest cities in the nation, the City manages a large set of services and assets. The City operates on a budget of $6.1 billion, with 7,000+ employees serving 1+ million residents and 80,000 businesses in the heart of Silicon Valley.

Information Technology's (IT) mission: Put powerful tools and information in the hands of people to unleash their brilliance in service to our community. IT enables that mission through business and infrastructure systems, cybersecurity, data management, analysis, productivity, collaboration tools, the San Jose 311 resident experience platform, data equity and privacy programs, and strategic planning. San Jose is powered by truly great people, a robust technology environment, and a strong sense of purpose.

We promote work-life integration and a focus on growth to bring out the best in our people. Come join us in making San Jose the most vibrant, equitable, sustainable, and innovative city in America!

You can visit the Information Technology Department website to learn more about us.
NOTE - The first review of applications will be on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. Please submit your application by 11:59 p.m. (PST) on Monday, May 6, 2024, if you would like your application to be included in the first review. Candidates who pass the first application review round will be invited to interviews on the week of May 13, 2024.

The City of San José is recruiting for a Finance Applications Associate IT Manager (Enterprise Principal Technology Analyst) in the Information Technology Department. This position is responsible for the management and support of the City's enterprise Finance Management System, Revenue Management/Collection System, and Finance Reporting System. This position combines managerial and leadership responsibilities along with hands-on technical expertise to deliver day-to-day system operations. Key job duties are service level management, including service level agreements (SLAs) and Incident Management, as well as delivery of smaller projects and system enhancements. The Finance Applications Associate IT Manager is also responsible for resource and performance management of the Finance Applications IT Team.

This position requires leadership skills and the ability to take the initiative and lead others. We are seeking an individual who is willing to adapt to an ever-changing environment.

The ideal candidate should have experience supporting an enterprise-level Finance Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system with solid business process knowledge and technical support experience for the General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Account Receivable, Purchasing, Asset Management, Revenue Management, and Revenue Collection modules.

Duties may include but are not limited to:

• Providing technical leadership for the City's enterprise Finance Management System, Revenue Collection System and Reporting System.
• Partnering with business owners and stakeholders to identify high level business and information system requirements and recommending business process/workflow redesign where applicable.
• Leading and coordinating upgrade and enhancement projects for Finance's enterprise applications.
• Prioritizing and managing application development projects to ensure they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet customer expectations.
• Developing technical guidelines and governance framework to ensure best practices are followed.
• Assessing user needs to provide support and proactive service, including analyzing opportunities to use existing tools and workflows.
• Leading the day-to-day activities of advisory engagements for various projects, including process design, package implementation lifecycle support, and project reviews.
• Managing delivery and SLAs by guiding incident resolution, problem management, maintenance, and enhancement tickets escalated by the end users for the portfolio of applications.
• Developing relevant metrics, measuring and publishing the performance of the services provided for continuous improvement activities.
• Ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction for services and products provided.
• Working closely with all other IT management personnel in identifying, evaluating, selecting, and implementing specific information technology to support the business plans and IT strategies.
• Coaching, mentoring, and managing staff to implement, maintain, and support all related software, configurations, and workflows.
• Hands on experience with structured query language, Windows scripting, designing and developing reports using a variety of end user reporting tools, managing applications on Windows environments.

Please note that the Finance Applications Associate IT Manager (Enterprise Principal Technology Analyst) position is currently on a hybrid telework schedule - working remotely and onsite is subject to change.

Salary Information: The final candidate's qualifications and experience shall determine the actual salary. In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Enterprise Principal Technology Analyst (EPTA) classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.

 

• Salary Range (including the 5% NPWI): $149,975.28 - $182,626.08

The EPTA classification is represented by the City Association of Management Personnel (CAMP) bargaining unit.

 

The City of Belmont Human Resources Department is seeking a collaborative, innovative, enthusiastic individual with great interpersonal skills to join the Human Resources team as a Human Resources Management Analyst.  The candidate may be hired at the Management Analyst I or II level depending on experience.

Salary:  Management Analyst I - $8,022.41 - $10,238.87 per month

              Management Analyst II - $8,737.78 - $11,151.85 per month

The Human Resources Management Analyst will serve as a business partner to departments for a variety of Human Resources programs and projects including recruitment, job analysis, training and development and benefit administration.

This position researches and analyzes human resources practices and procedures and makes recommendations for organizational, operational, policy, and procedural improvements; conducts needs analyses, feasibility studies, and evaluations for assigned projects and programs; provides consulting services to City management and staff regarding all aspects of human resources programs and activities; fosters cooperative working relationships among City departments; and performs related duties as assigned.

Experience
A minimum of two years of progressively responsible human resources experience, preferably in local government or comparable agency

Education

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree with course work in public administration, human resources and or closely related field.

The County of San Mateo Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Division is seeking a well-qualified Case Management/Assessment Specialist I/II to work as a team of providers with the Homeless, Engagement, Assessment & Linkage (HEAL) team to provide a wide variety of intake and referral services including screening and assessment, intensive case management support, evaluation, tracking and facilitation of housing readiness for individuals staying in existing adult congregate and non-congregate shelters who have behavioral health conditions and are in need of accessing behavioral health assessment, diagnosis, and case management on a transitional basis while they are being connected to Medi-Cal funded behavioral health treatment.  The Case Management/Assessment Specialist will develop and implement activities supporting substance abuse prevention, intervention and rehabilitation, and perform other related work.  

The current vacancy is an unclassified position that will be embedded in a number of homeless shelters, congregate and non-congregate shelters, located in San Mateo and will work primarily  Monday through Friday, 8 am – 5 pm collaborating with various system partners and homeless providers. 
 
Primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Engage individuals with severe and persistent substance use disorders to provide a range of services and support, including but not limited to, substance use screening, assessment, and motivational engagement.  
• Assess clients' needs using assessment criteria to determine medical necessity and identification of key clinical interventions.
• Use the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) guidelines for placement and determination of stage of change.
• Engage clients by using Motivational Interviewing and Harm Reduction practices.
• Provide intensive case management including transportation, client advocacy, care coordination with other care providers and linkages to other housing support services, benefits assistance, employment services, peer services, supported education and psychosocial rehabilitation services, and client-driven treatment planning.
• Refer and connect clients to a continuum of substance use disorder and mental health services, including Medication Assisted Treatment, detox facilities, and other SUD treatment options.
• Initiate a "warm hand-off" process to increase the likelihood of a successful engagement.
• Assist the Grant clients with housing readiness and referrals to permanent housing navigator/locator services and supporting them to obtain CES assessment for prioritizations of housing and eligibility for housing vouchers.
• Link clients to primary care clinics to address medical conditions.
• Refer clients to enroll into benefits, including health coverage for which they are eligible.
• Participate in a multidisciplinary team; use clinical consultation and case conferencing on difficult cases; and partner with key referral sources and other service providers including but not limited to, San Mateo Medical Center Emergency Department, Psychiatric Emergency Services, and Primary Care and Specialty Clinics, Behavioral Health and Recovery Services clinics and programs, Substance Use Disorder treatment providers, including Palm Avenue Detox, shelters, Probation, and Correctional Health.
• Attend team meeting, supervision meeting, and other relevant meetings as assigned.
• Gather, track, and report all program’s and grant’s required data and reporting timely as assigned.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Ideal candidate will possess:  

• Significant experience and training in providing case management, assessment and evaluation of adult clients with substance use issues.
• Experience working with adult clients having co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, emergency services, criminal justice system, or adult clients respective to the position.
• Demonstrated experience determining appropriate referrals and recommending treatment plans.
• Ability to maintain case files and use of spreadsheets and other databases.
• Experience establishing appropriate clinical relationships.
• Demonstrated understanding and experience with confidentiality and ethics.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent collaboration skills to work with multiple partner agencies
• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselors are strongly preferred (e.g. CADC-I/II, CAADE).
• The ability to speak, read and write fluently in both English and Spanish is preferred.

SALARY
Case Management/Assessment Specialist I:  $6,496.53 - $7,262.67 /month
Case Management/Assessment Specialist II:  $6,564.13 - $8,205.60 /month
 
This is an unclassified position. Unclassified positions are at-will for a limited duration, typically associated with grant or other special funding. These positions are not covered by San Mateo County Civil Service Rules; and there is no formal probation period. The following are the same for classified and unclassified positions: salary, increases and other forms of compensation; accrual of sick leave, vacation, overtime, holiday and leaves of absence; health, dental, vision, long and short term disability, and retirement.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to qualify is:

Case Management/Assessment Specialist I:  One year of experience in information gathering and/or intake and referral in a social service program.

Case Management/Assessment Specialist II:  Two years of experience assessing and evaluating clients using assessments instruments and/or guidelines, identifying and making referrals based on those assessments, and interviewing clients for in a social service program.

Application/Examination

Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, Confidential and Management extra-help/limited term, and SEIU or AFSCME represented extra help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. Resume or CV will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
 
The examination process will consist of an application screening (pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.
 
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.
  
~TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE~ 
Final Filing Date:  Wednesday, April 24, 2024 11:59 PM   
Application Screening:  April 30, 2024
Panel Interviews:  May 8 and/or 9, 2024