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The City of Sebastopol Invites Applications for the Position of

POLICE OFFICER

Full-Time position/eligibility list

Salary: $88,744 - $107,872 Annually

$7,395 - $8,989 Monthly

Plus an excellent benefits package

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Come join the vibrant City of Sebastopol! We are currently creating an eligibility list for anticipated future full-time Police Officer positions. The Police Officer's duties are to perform law enforcement and crime prevention work. Full-time permanent positions of Police Officers serve an eighteen (18) month probationary period. 

The Police Officer will demonstrate cultural competency working with all community members regardless of cultural differences or circumstances, including race, ethnicity, religion, language, gender identity, age, marital and familial status, sexual orientation, diverse physical and learning abilities, socioeconomic status, and other identities.

For more information about this exciting opportunity, please view the brochure below: 

DEADLINE TO APPLY: First Review: Monday, January 16, 2023 @ 5:00 PM PST; Open Until Filled
 

THE DEPARTMENT
The Department of Public Works and Utilities is comprised of six divisions that work collaboratively to develop, build, operate, and maintain Hayward's infrastructure. The Department is responsible for providing engineering and transportation support to City operating departments and divisions and for implementation of the City's Capital Improvement Program, all while providing excellent customer service to the community.  

DEFINITION
To inspect a variety of public works projects funded by federal, state, and municipal funds and inspection of both public and private improvements in new subdivisions to ensure compliance with plans and specifications, schedule, and safety regulations during their construction. Projects include those involving federal and municipal funds and both public and private improvements in new subdivisions.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a skilled journey-level class that requires independence of action, judgement and discretion in interpreting plans and specifications and enforcing local, state, and federal construction regulations.

 

Essential Duties

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

Makes field inspections of a variety of public works projects including streets, roads, airport runways and taxiways, grade separations, curbs and gutters, sanitary sewers, storm drains, water lines, public buildings and structures, airport facilities, reservoirs, and new facilities for Water Pollution Control Facility (WPCF).

Evaluates the quality of construction and of materials used in construction, to insure compliance with plans and specifications.

Requests and interprets results of soils, materials, and operational tests, including compaction test reports.

Performs contract administration duties including preparation of daily construction reports, weekly statement of working days, change orders, progress payments, general correspondence, and checking payroll records, material submittals, and certificates of compliance.

Writes letters to contractors, and initiates change orders concerning the contract.

Collects and reviews contractor payroll records to ensure compliance with state and federal wage rate laws.

Conducts employee interviews relative to federal requirements.

Write daily construction reports.

Estimates the cost of materials and labor necessary to complete new or unanticipated work.

Prepares progress payments to contractors and prepares reports relative to completed work.

Interprets and explains plans and specifications to the general public.

Responds to questions and complaints from the general public related to construction activities.

Enforces storm water pollution prevention program (SWPPP), Private and Public developments and makes reports for the Alameda Countywide Clean Water Program.

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

 Knowledge of:

• Materials and methods used in the construction of a variety of public works projects including public streets, curbs and gutters, sanitary sewers, storm drains and domestic water lines.
• Public buildings, airport paving, sidewalks and accessible curb ramps, mass grading, concrete structures, streetlights and traffic signals, landscaping, and C.3 Storm Water Controls.
• Trenching and shoring.
• Basic soils engineering principles.

Ability to:

• Estimate and calculate amounts and costs of materials used in constructions.
• Evaluate quality of construction.
• Evaluate quality of materials used in construction.
• Work effectively with others while enforcing provisions of construction contracts.
• Prepare accurate written reports.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Perform contract administration duties including preparation of daily construction reports, weekly statements of working days, change orders, progress payments, general correspondence, and checking payroll records, material submittals, and certificates of compliance.

 

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the duties of this position would be qualifying.  A typical way to obtain them would be: 

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Any combination of experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: Two years of experience as a public works construction inspector or three (3) years of experience similar to that of a soil technician with public works field inspection responsibilities, or similarly responsible experience in public works construction, including work in any of the following areas: grading and paving, underground utilities, forming and pouring concrete structures. It is desirable to be familiar with CALTRANS specifications, procedures and standards.
 
Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
 
License and Certificates: Possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver's
License.

We're looking for a Supervising Public Health Nurse to manage programs in our Public Health Division! Join us in our mission to achieve health equity and optimal health for all people in Berkeley through systems change, service provision, and collaboration with community members and partners.

As a Supervising Public Health Nurse, you will have the opportunity to direct the Family Support Services Unit or the Communicable Disease Prevention and Control Unit. You will supervise nursing and support staff, develop program goals and policies, and perform professional nursing work within your program. You may also coordinate and supervise the operation of health-related services like Targeted Case Management and programs involving education, prevention, and coordination of resources.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is: Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university (accredited by the National League for Nursing) with major coursework in nursing and four (4) years of general public health nursing experience with involvement in project leadership or program planning, including one (1) year of lead-level experience. A master's degree in public health or public health nursing is desirable.

Other requirements include:

• Possession of a valid California Registered Nurse License
• Possession of a valid California State Public Health Nursing Certificate
• Willing to work evenings or weekends
• Ability to travel to various locations within and outside the City of Berkeley to meet the program needs and to fulfill the job responsibilities. When driving on City business, must maintain a valid California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.

In addition to the above, our ideal candidate can build and model a strengths-based, client-centered culture while maintaining oversight of nursing program planning, development, implementation, direction, supervision and evaluation.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants must submit a completed application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire. Please note that resumes are not a substitute for a completed application.

Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format. 

The Greater Vallejo Recreation District invites applications for:

Position: Recreation Coordinator                                    Department:  Recreation

 Job Opening Date: November 9, 2021                          Location:  Vallejo, CA

Deadline for applying:  November 28, 2021                  Position Type:  Full-time

Pay Range: $25.81 - $31.40/hour

The Greater Vallejo Recreation District is a Special Service District that has been serving area residents for over sixty years. As a Special Service District, GVRD operates as a separate government agency from the City of Vallejo. GVRD manages 407 acres of public park space including 20 neighborhood parks, 10 community parks, 6 special purpose parks, and Olympic-size swimming pool and 4 community centers.  GVRD maintains over 1,000 acres of public land. 

GVRD is governed by a five-member Board of Directors. With 30 plus full time and approximately 155 part-time and seasonal employees, GVRD operates on a 2019-2020 fiscal year budget of $7.9 million for general fund operations and Measure K funding amounting to $2.2 million.  The Measure K funding is being utilized to purchase necessary equipment, improve parks, facilities.

Job Description:

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class.  Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

DEFINITION
Under supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, this position manages Recreation staff, programmatic leadership, assigned area budget, and cross departmental collaboration. Top candidates will assist full-time and part-time staff with all Recreation related needs, community outreach, and perform a variety of technical tasks as directed.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED EXERCISED

• Receive immediate supervision from higher level Recreation staff. Work requires supervising and monitoring performance for a regular group of employees (1 or more full and part-time employees) including providing input on hiring/disciplinary actions and work objectives/ effectiveness, performance evaluations, and realigning work as needed. 

ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS- Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions:

• Supervises the work of assigned personnel, including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Plans, organizes, schedules, promotes, evaluates, and leads recreational activities in area of assignment.
• Reviews applications and enters reservations in recreation software. Schedules meetings with customers/general public, processes permits and payments, assists with event layouts, and enforces rules and regulations.
• Ensures the safety of equipment, building, and surrounding areas through inspections and takes action to resolve any issues.
• Monitors budget revenues and expenditures. Completes monthly cash flow report and annual end of year report. Proposes new fiscal year budget and justifications.
• Responsible for preparation of programmatic annual budget and justifications.
• Respond to questions, complaints, and emergency situations. Takes appropriate courses of action and notifies supervisor whenever necessary.
• Prepare a variety of administrative and financial reports on activities and operations. Orders supplies, as needed.  Maintains records and invoices.
• Develops a strategic action plan for area of responsibility incorporated as part of the development and implementation of Division and District goals and objectives.
• Completes activity guide list and proposes new programs for the organization. Markets and advertises for new programs.
• Collects fees for classes and/or programs. Issues receipts, balances and reconciles accounts, and  submits to Finance Department.
• Performs related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Principles and practices of basic bookkeeping
• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment, including applicable software
• Principles, practices and procedures utilized in administering recreation, leisure services, and community service programs
• Basic supervisory principles and practices
•  Basic budgeting practices
• Building policies and procedures
• Project management
• Marketing tools and planning

Skill in:

• Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships
• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios
• Customer service
• Organization and time management

Ability to:

• Meet schedules and deadlines of the work
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
• Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports
• Communicate skillfully orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted in the course of the work
• Develop strategic action plans for building and surrounding areas
• Compile statistical data

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

Experience:

• Associate's Degree or two (2) years of College in Business, Public Administration, Event Planning or a related technical discipline
• Three (3) to five (5) years' experience in project, program, and/or event management
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities

Required Licenses or Certifications

• American Red Cross First Aid and CPR
• Possession of valid California driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

• This position is relative free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards and requires medium physical effort. Incumbents may be required to exert up to up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Typical work week is eight (8) hour days, five (5) days a week. However, depending on needs, incumbents may be assigned an irregular work schedule, including weekends, early mornings, evenings, and holidays.
TRAVEL
Incumbent may need to travel in this role. Travel may include but is not limited to various GVRD sites within the district, training sites outside the district, community partners, or other job-related locations.

FLSA:            Non-exempt

APPLICATION PROCESS

Deadline for applying:  Open until filled

To be considered for this career opportunity, please submit a GVRD employment application online
Please visit Current Job Openings! - Greater Vallejo Recreation District (gvrd.org)

Examination
Oral Examination and writing assessment may be required if selected for initial interview.

Pre-Screening
GVRD will consider applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the position and who have provided all requested application materials for an interview.

GVRD reserves the right to limit the number of candidates to those determined to be best qualified based upon all requested application materials, including training and experience, cover letter, current resume, and responses to supplemental questions.

Pre-employment
Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete pre-employment background check including fingerprint check and reference check.  

Other requirements:

• Proof of legal right to work in the U.S.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
GVRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawful discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age or sexual orientation or military status of such person.

“Building community and enhancing quality of life through people, parks, and programs."

The City of Hayward is currently accepting applications for the position of Mobile Mental Health Clinician

Candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.GovernmentJobs.com. 

Application submitted through CalOpps.org will not be considered.

Salary: $97,219.20 - $117,915.20 Annually

Full-Time Employment

Job Number:

T570-2024-03

DEADLINE TO APPLY:  Applications are reviewed weekly. This recruitment will remain open on a continuous basis until the needs of the City are met.  Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.

THE POSITION: 

The City of Hayward is excited to announce its recruitment for the position of Mobile Mental Health Clinician. Under general direction, the Mobile Mental Health Clinician provides field and office based professional behavioral health counseling, psychoeducation, outreach and engagement, and case management services as part of the City’s Hayward Evaluation and Response Teams (HEART) Program improving public safety responses to people experiencing mental illness, substance use disorders and homelessness.

THE PROGRAM

The Hayward Evaluation and Response Teams (HEART) Program is a cross departmental program between the Hayward City Manager’s Office, Police, and Fire Departments and Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services developed to improve access to medical, mental health, and other support services.  The HEART program aims to achieve two main goals: 1) to reduce the need for police officers to intervene in calls for service involving people experiencing chronic mental illness, substance use disorders, and homelessness and 2) to reduce reliance on emergency services for individuals needing long-term case management and follow-up services.  HEART consists of three distinct response teams: the Mobile Integrated Health Unit (MIHU) made up of Hayward Fire Department Community Paramedics; the Hayward Mobile Evaluation Team (HMET) which pairs a specially trained Hayward Police Officer with an Alameda County behavioral health clinician; and the Case Management and Mental Health Linkages Team (LINK) consisting of Mobile Mental Health Clinicians and a Lead Program Assistant (Case Manager).

You are: 

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

 As a member of the LINK team, the ideal candidate has experience providing short term crisis intervention, safety assessments, and other mental health services to adults, youth and children experiencing mental illness, substance use disorders and/or homelessness.  They have the ability to work primarily in the field and have the situational awareness to respond alongside emergency response teams. They are knowledgeable about local community resources and skilled at forming relationships quickly.  
  

Essential Duties

What you will do:

Provides direct casework, individual and group therapy; secures and evaluates medical or psychosocial data such as behavior patterns, use of coping skills and family relationships; analyzes factors which exert an adverse effect upon health issues, treatment and recovery which contribute to or are responsible for behavioral health issues and/or affect the potential for recovery and resiliency. 

Performs field work to proactively serve the unhoused population, persons with mental illness and others in crisis.
 
 Interprets the social aspects of physical or behavioral health issues to clients, relatives, other behavioral health and medical care staff and appropriate persons or agencies.
 
 Provides crisis intervention as needed; stabilizes clients in crisis including brief intervention in clinic; arranges for hospitalization and coordinates treatment elements.
 
Assists clients in understanding clinical health challenges and their reaction to them, accepting the need for treatment, building on strengths and working toward the solution of challenges and stresses the importance of engaging in treatment to increase social functioning, modifying unrealistic attitudes, and strengthening client's effort toward satisfactory adjustments.
 
Establishes and maintains effective relationships with contractors and community organizations and other governmental agencies regarding programs and services; participates in committees, meetings and conferences; provides guidance regarding appropriate social-psychological practices and services.
 
Compiles and prepares reports and documentation on clinical activities; maintains records; prepares periodic reports.
 

Identifies emerging trends related to crimes and issues; develops and implements prevention and intervention program approaches; provides community education on current procedures and practices related to mental health and intervention strategies.
 
Serves as a liaison with law enforcement, school officials, social service agencies, and the general public regarding difficult and/or complex situations related to mental health and social services.
 
Provides support and guidance to Fire and Police First Responders concerning victim advocacy, juvenile and adult crime, domestic violence, chemical dependency, and other services as needed.
 
Represents function on committees, outside organizations, other City departments, and outside agencies, as appropriate.
 
 Fosters an environment that embraces diversity, equity, inclusion and collaboration.
 
 Be an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, tolerance and communication.
 
 Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
 
 Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications
 

CORE COMPETENCIES  

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of clinical social work, especially as related to family system counseling and victim advocacy. 
 
Intervention programs, support group facilitation practices, and availability of community social services resources. 
 
Psychological diagnostic methods and terminology.
 
Cultural and social factors affecting behavior patterns.

Methods of sound case management and tracking. 

Community needs, resources and organizations related to behavioral health care.

Clinical standards of practice and licensure requirements.

Pertinent local, State and Federal laws, ordinances and rules. 

Computer applications related to the work.

English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. 

Ability to: 

Provide intervention, counseling in field locations including but not limited to crime scenes, detention centers, unhoused areas and other field/community locations. 

Independently perform professional social services and mental health counseling to the community.

Interpret and explain pertinent service program activities and department policies and procedures.

Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams, community resources and organizations.

Organize and prioritize work and meet critical deadlines.

Interpret, explain, and apply regulations, policies and procedures.

Develop and maintain positive effective working relationships with community groups, organizations, co-workers, City departments and the public.

Analyze, evaluate and make sound decisions.

Prepare clear, concise written reports, letters and memoranda.

Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.

Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines.

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

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS 

You have:  

Minimum Qualifications
 

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
 
Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
 

Experience:  Two (2) years’ experience working in the social work or counseling field with strong emphasis on social services, resources and referrals using a collaborative and community framework.

Education:  A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in social work, psychology, counseling or a related field.

License & Certificates:  Possession of a valid professional mental health therapy license issued by the State of California, such as Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Associate Social Worker License (ASW), Intern Marriage Family Therapist (IMFT) or Clinical Psychologist or a closely related field is highly desirable.

Possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver's License.

 

Candidates must submit a completed City of Hayward job application, which fully describe the nature of their professional experience and qualifications.   Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.

 
Based on the information provided, employment applications will be reviewed for minimum qualifications. Those best qualified may be invited to the next phase of the process, which may include an oral, practical, written examination and/or supplemental questionnaires reviewed by subject matter experts.
 
The examination process will result in a ranked eligible register of candidates for hiring consideration by the department derived from any of the exam processes mentioned above.  Actual hire depends on success in the departmental selection process.
 
Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employment background/reference check that may include, but is not limited to: employment history, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. Some positions, depending on the nature of the work, also require a credit check and a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting.
 
Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they can receive email notice from Neogov/Government Jobs and the City of Hayward.

 

APPLICATIONS

 

Candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.GovernmentJobs.com.  Paper applications can be obtained by visiting the Human Resources Department at Hayward City Hall located at 777 B Street, Hayward, CA  94541.  Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least one (1) hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system.  Our on-line application system is provided by Government Jobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact the Government Jobs Help Desk at  (855) 524-5627.
  

The City of Hayward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 

Description

DEADLINE TO APPLY: First Review: Friday, February 17, 2023 @ 5:00 PM PST
 

THE DEPARTMENT
The Department of Public Works and Utilities is comprised of six divisions that work collaboratively to develop, build, operate, and maintain Hayward's infrastructure. The Department is responsible for providing engineering and transportation support to City operating departments and divisions and for implementation of the City's Capital Improvement Program, all while providing excellent customer service to the community.  

DEFINITION 
To perform a variety of paraprofessional office and field engineering work including drafting, minor design work, engineering records preparation and maintenance and operation of equipment and instruments; may work as survey crew member in support of surveying and other civil and traffic engineering functions.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS 
This is an entry level classification that assists higher level technical and professional engineers in all activities of the Engineering & Transportation Division. The Engineering Technician is responsible for conducting traffic, engineering and similar studies for public works projects, and for assigned technical engineering tasks, preparing plans and estimating for various design and construction activities. It is distinguished from the Assistant Civil Engineer which is the journey level classification with responsibility of the more complicated technical tasks. 

 

Essential Duties

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

Performs non-routine drafting assignments which require application of standardized drawing technique
Gathers field data for planning, design and construction. 
Prepares accurate drawings from design notes, sketches and field survey notes. 
Makes traffic counts and prepares simple diagrams of intersections showing sight distances and traffic flow. 
Makes speed surveys, polls motorists and pedestrians, and prepares diagrams of accident frequencies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Makes computations to determine quantities and costs. Performs complex mathematical calculations by using accepted formulas, manuals and equipment. Reads and interprets maps and other engineering records and prepares legal descriptions of property. Corrects and re-designs construction plans for street improvements, utility installations, drainage and material quantities by using appropriate calculations, computations and engineering data and by consulting with engineers. Performs survey office work using drafting tools while employing mathematical and engineering data to prepare information for use by survey field crews, construction crews and construction inspectors. Interprets information from survey field work for use in mapping, designing construction plans, analyzing earthquake fault monitoring data and updating survey records. Performs various duties associated with land surveying including using measuring tapes and level rods to assist in determining lines, angles, points, elevations and distances. Performs various record keeping and file maintenance duties such as recording instrument readings in field survey notes, maintaining office files of notes, control data, monument records, surveyors maps, and construction drawings. Prepares and maintains accurate “as-built” plans from notes from contractors of completed projects. Computes horizontal and vertical curves. Calculates distances, earth work quantities, fees and charges. Performs plan checking by comparing drawings of proposed improvements against drawings which illustrates established engineering standards applicable to various projects.

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
 
Knowledge of: Algebra, geometry and trigonometry. 
Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D drafting including working with raw topographic survey points to build surfaces, produce maps, renderings, view graphs, cross-sections and plan and profiles.

Ability to:
Perform basic engineering and surveying calculations.
Interpret construction drawings, field survey notes, deeds, maps and other legal descriptions and to extract pertinent information. 
Maintain neat and accurate records. 
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. 
Communicate effectively orally and in writing. 
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 
Visualize the practical application of designs. 
Manage extensive public contact. 
Draft engineering plans from rough layouts. 
Prepare exhibits using a variety of software applications.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the duties of this position would be qualifying.  A typical way to obtain them would be: 

Experience: Two (2) years of experience in engineering drafting and calculations, performing responsibilities related to engineering design, construction, inspection and or traffic.

Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by courses in algebra, geometry, trigonometry land surveying, engineering design, construction inspection, and or traffic engineering. An Associate degree in a related field is desirable.

Training: Any recent training such as academic courses, and certification programs which are relevant to this job classification.

License and Certificates: Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license and satisfactory driving record as determined by the City.

The Department

The Human Services Department works to support a vibrant community through the creation and maintenance of services that empower individuals, strengthen families, encourage self-sufficiency, enhances neighborhoods and fosters a high quality of life. The Department values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication, collaboration, building community partnerships, mutual respect and diversity. Our staff finds their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly they enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service.

The Team

The Mobile Evaluation Team (MET) is a co-responder team comprised of officers from the Fremont Police Department, Crisis Intervention Clinicians from the City of Fremont Human Services Department, and Social Workers from Washington Hospital Healthcare System. MET is a predominantly field-based team that provides comprehensive and compassionate services to Fremont’s most vulnerable populations, including community members experiencing homelessness and/ or mental illness. MET provides crisis intervention and de-escalation, guidance and encouragement, and connects community members needing assistance with local mental health and homeless service providers. MET works to support community members, engaged in services, to pursue healthy outcomes. MET provides resources to homeless encampment areas, sometimes in conjunction with City abatement activities.

The team coordinates their efforts and interfaces with other service agencies working with the same population(s). Collaboration is key to the success of the MET program.

The Positions

There are currently two positions available within the Human Services Department, working as members of the City’s Mobile Evaluation Team (MET).

The two positions will be cross-trained and will work collaboratively with each other to provide complementary services to the community as each position will have a different primary focus. Both positions will be supervised by the FRC Clinical Supervisor who , with the MET Sergeant, will structure training and team building opportunities for both Crisis Intervention Specialists. Both Crisis Intervention Specialists are expected to become familiar in the utilization of HMIS (Homeless Management Information System) with the ability to update data, and with Alameda County’s Coordinated Entry System (CES) and Community Health Record (CHR). Both Clinicians will also be trained to utilize and record pertinent data in the Human Service Department’s Electronic Data Base: My Evolv.

Position 1: Crisis Intervention Specialist (Mental Health Response)

This position will receive assignments and field supervision from the MET Sergeant in the Police Department, with many calls for service coming directly through the Police Dispatch System. Most of the work will be conducted in the field. This position will be working and riding in tandem, with the Police Department’s compliment of MET officers, on calls which may require intervention and assessment for 5150 status. The Crisis intervention Specialist responding to Mental Health Crisis calls will be responsible for facilitating client connections to and assisting with appropriate placements for those needing stabilization services. This position will coordinate with ACCESS, outpatient and residential programs. Follow-up with clients and family members will also be conducted to provide on-going support and resources, as needed. This may also respond to calls related to homelessness complaints or, prior to abatement activities. The incumbent in this position must be comfortable working within the police command structure and the unique law enforcement culture where trust and follow-through are essential elements of the job.

Position 2: Crisis Intervention Specialist (Homelessness Response/Outreach)

This position will primarily focus on working with the homeless population and is expected to carry a small caseload of homeless clients (for up to 90 days) who are pursuing housing stability services or until client is transferred to a more long-term case manager or housing navigator. This position will work with clients who may also need a variety of medical, mental health, SUD, educational and other social services.

Assignments will be coordinated by the FRC Clinical Supervisor who will be working closely with both the Homeless Services Manager in the City Manager’s office, the FRC Clinical Supervisor focusing on Housing Navigation and Sustainability Services and the MET Sergeant in the Police Department. If there is no crisis situation, the two Crisis Intervention Specialists, or a Crisis Intervention Specialist and a Social Worker, may be deployed through Human Services to provide client outreach and follow-up services. Additionally, both Crisis Intervention Specialist(s) may also be asked to accompany a Code Enforcement Officer, or Environmental Services Specialist or member of the Fire Department to provide information and resources to homeless residents.

Examples of Duties

• Accompany or assist clients in accessing needed services and advocates on their behalf.
• Work to maintain an updated resource list outlining services and programs to support client population.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with staff in the Police and Human Services Department, other City Departments, hospitals, health care professionals, family service providers, the Family Resource Center, homeless/housing service providers and the community at large.
• Maintain program documentation and outcome measures
• Prepare written and statistical reports
• Complete Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) Attends regular and ongoing coordination meetings with other MET team members
• Prepare correspondence and reports on client histories, treatment progress and other matters related to case treatment.
• Enter data into client data base system (MyEvolv).

In addition to the listed examples of duties, the specific assignments have the following responsibilities:

Crisis Intervention Specialist (Homelessness Response/Outreach)

• Provide harm reduction education and supply distribution to encampments and unsheltered individuals
• Coordinate outreach and follow up to locations identified by City staff, Council and community members.
• Develop safety plans.
• Establish a health home, including arranging required transportation to and from services.
• Conduct housing problem solving and housing assessment, as part of Alameda County’s Coordinated Entry System assessments at locations where client is comfortable, and which are easily accessible.
• Assist with housing applications and documentation procurement, as needed to obtain housing.
• Utilize Alameda County’s Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) to enter, retrieve and update data.
• On an as needed basis, this position may also be asked to fulfill the role of the Crisis Intervention Specialist, assigned to the Police Department, focused on Mental Health interventions and will be trained and expected to follow appropriate police safety protocols when riding with a Police Officer.

Crisis Intervention Specialist (Mental Health Response)

• In response to crisis calls through the Police Department, the Crisis Intervention Specialist will normally be deployed with a police officer and will be trained on and follow appropriate police protocols.
• Conduct wellness checks.
• Develop safety plans.
• Provide medication support.
• Where there is no crisis situation, two Crisis Intervention Specialists, or a Crisis Intervention Specialist and a Social Worker, may be deployed through Human Services to provide client outreach and follow-up services. Additionally, a Crisis Intervention Specialist may also be asked to accompany a Code Enforcement Officer, or Environmental Services Specialist or member of the Fire Department to provide information and resources to homeless residents.
• Receive client referrals or duty assignments through Police Dispatch or the MET Sergeant.

The Department

The Human Services Department (HSD) delivers and supports services by forging long-term community partnerships, engaging with and building the capacity of the community to do its own problem-solving, and leveraging financial and volunteer resources. The Department’s nationally and internationally recognized programs support thousands of residents throughout their life course, from infants to elders. The department offers a hybrid working environment which is friendly, supportive, collegial and, where staff of many disciplines come together to problem solve, compassionately assist those in need, learn together and share successes.

General Description

As a Mental Health Counselor in the Human Services Department, incumbents will provide a full range of culturally responsive intake assessments, individual, family and group counseling, and crisis intervention services to enhance the mental health of those in need.

The Counselor is part of a larger Human Services team that includes psychologists, nurses, social work case managers, a family partner (peer support specialist), substance use disorder intervention specialists, and interns. Counselors receive continuous clinical training, consultation and professional development opportunities and receive supervision from a Clinical Supervisor.

The current vacancy is for a part-time (20 hours per week) position is the Youth and Family Services (YFS) Division with prorated benefits working with children, youth, and their families.

Examples of Duties

• Conduct intake assessment which includes, psycho-social functioning, family and peer relationships, cultural/language needs and family strengths; develop care plans that respond to the individual’s or families’ values and strengths.
• Establish clinical diagnoses and identify list of problems and needs.
• Provide individual, family and group counseling to enhance clients’ mental and emotional health, social functioning and independent living skills, using a variety of therapeutic and counseling techniques.
• Provide therapy and supportive services to individuals /children and families from varying cultural backgrounds.
• Coordinate care plan.
• Link clients to available social services, educational and medical resources as appropriate.
• Comply with City, state, county, funders and agency’s policies and procedures, legal and ethical standards, quality assurance goals and audit requirements.
• Prepare correspondence and reports on treatment histories, progress and other matters related to the client’s treatment.
• Write and maintain clinical records following City and Funders’ guidelines. Attend quality chart review, case consultation meetings.
• Meet and maintain billing goals on a monthly basis.
• Attend required agency meetings and professional training.
• Attend community meetings, participate in task forces and committees as assigned.
• Conduct classes and give presentations to community organizations as assigned.
• Conduct services where client is most comfortable and are most appropriate including office-based sessions, field based, hospital, telehealth, school and home-based sessions.
• May provide clinical supervision to entry level interns or trainees, training and assistance to other staff or volunteers.
• Utilize departmental electronic health record and billing system MyEvolv.
• May be required to work other than business office hours.

The Department

The Human Services Department (HSD) delivers and supports services by forging long-term community partnerships, engaging with and building the capacity of the community to do its own problem-solving, and leveraging financial and volunteer resources. The Department’s nationally and internationally recognized programs support thousands of residents throughout their life course, from infants to elders. The department offers a hybrid working environment which is friendly, supportive, collegial and, where staff of many disciplines come together to problem solve, compassionately assist those in need, learn together and share successes.

General Description

As a Mental Health Counselor in the Human Services Department, incumbents will provide a full range of culturally responsive intake assessments, individual, family and group counseling, and crisis intervention services to enhance the mental health of those in need.

The Counselor is part of a larger Human Services team that includes psychologists, nurses, social work case managers, a family partner (peer support specialist), substance use disorder intervention specialists, and interns. Counselors receive continuous clinical training, consultation and professional development opportunities and receive supervision from a Clinical Supervisor.

The current vacancy is for a part-time (32 hours per week) temporary position (2 years) in the Family Resource Center (FRC) Division with prorated benefits working primarily with adults at the FRC Division.

Examples of Duties

• Conduct intake assessment which includes, psycho-social functioning, family and peer relationships, cultural/language needs and family strengths; develop care plans that respond to the individual’s or families’ values and strengths.
• Establish clinical diagnoses and identify list of problems and needs.
• Provide individual, family and group counseling to enhance clients’ mental and emotional health, social functioning and independent living skills, using a variety of therapeutic and counseling techniques.
• Provide therapy and supportive services to individuals /children and families from varying cultural backgrounds.
• Coordinate care plan.
• Link clients to available social services, educational and medical resources as appropriate.
• Comply with City, state, county, funders and agency’s policies and procedures, legal and ethical standards, quality assurance goals and audit requirements.
• Prepare correspondence and reports on treatment histories, progress and other matters related to the client’s treatment.
• Write and maintain clinical records following City and Funders’ guidelines. Attend quality chart review, case consultation meetings.
• Meet and maintain billing goals on a monthly basis.
• Attend required agency meetings and professional training.
• Attend community meetings, participate in task forces and committees as assigned.
• Conduct classes and give presentations to community organizations as assigned.
• Conduct services where client is most comfortable and are most appropriate including office-based sessions, field based, hospital, telehealth, school and home-based sessions.
• May provide clinical supervision to entry level interns or trainees, training and assistance to other staff or volunteers.
• Utilize departmental electronic health record and billing system MyEvolv.
• May be required to work other than business office hours.

The Newark Recreation and Community Services Department is looking for Pool Service Technician for our fantastic swim lesson and aquatic programs, to work at the Silliman Activity & Family Aquatic Center. We are looking for someone to perform a wide variety of duties related to maintaining the City’s Aquatics facilities, pools, water slides and property. Swimming experience is desired. Those that are successful in the application review will be invited to attend an interview either in person, or via ZOOM. Please note that this position requires you to work in an indoor aquatic environment subject to warm/humid temperatures.

• Applicants should be able to work at least 12-20 hours per week, year-round, including weekends and holidays, with mandatory trainings. 
• Please note that shift preference is not guaranteed and is based on the program's staffing needs and can change at any time. Please keep this in mind when/if you plan to attend school. 
• Example Schedule: Monday-Friday (12:00 pm – 4:00 pm) or Saturday/Sunday (9:00 am – 3:00 pm)

**All communication will be via email for this recruitment**

Recruitment Contact:

Ryan Storms, Aquatics Coordinator

Email: ryan.storms@newark.org