Child Protective Services Worker I/II (Bilingual Spanish Preferred)

County of Napa; Napa (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Napa is seeking Child Protective Services Workers I/II to apply for positions in the CPS division. Roles involve complex social services, adoptions, and protective services with responsibilities including authorizing services and direct provision of some services.

Current graduate students graduating soon are encouraged to apply; bilingual Spanish preferred but not required. The recruitment process includes screening, supplemental questions, and oral panel interviews to create an

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited school.
• Masters degree from a two-year counseling program (e.g., Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Counseling, Mental Health Counseling, Addiction Counseling, Counseling Psychology) with supervised placement.

Responsibilities

• Casework in adoptions and protective services.
• Authorize provision of services and, in some cases, directly provide services.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Education

MSW (CSWE)

Counseling master’s degree (2-year program)

Job description

Napa County is home to 140,000 residents who share a strong sense of community and a legacy of preserving and protecting our rich agricultural heritage. Located in the heart of California\'s preeminent wine region, the Napa Valley is also part of the dynamic San Francisco Bay Metropolitan Area. With its sunny Mediterranean climate and proximity to the mountains and ocean, the Valley offers residents easy access to virtually unlimited shopping, dining, cultural and recreational opportunities. The Napa Valley\'s strategic location, natural and cultural resources, history of responsible land use planning and attractive quality of life provide the ideal mix of small town living and big city amenities. As an organization, Napa County is dedicated to improving the lives of our citizens and reflecting the best of the community\'s values: Respect, Accountability, Dedication, Integrity and Innovation. Learn more HERE.

Child Protective Services Workers I/II

Child Protective Services Workers I/II demonstrate complex social services techniques and expertise in their respective cases. Casework is generally in the areas of adoptions and protective services. The responsibilities may include authorizing the provision of services and, in some cases, directly providing such services. Current graduate students who will graduate in the next three (3) months are strongly encouraged to apply. A letter from their graduate school which indicates that they are enrolled student in good standing and meeting all the requirements for the degree and the expected date that the degree be conferred is required for submission at the time of application. Failure to submit this documentation will result in disqualification from further consideration. Vacancies may be filled at either the I or II level depending on education and experience. Being bilingual in Spanish is preferred but not required.

Experience and Education

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

• Child Protective Services Worker I: ($54.10- $64.63 Hourly) Experience: No experience required. Education: Possession of a Masters Degree in Social Work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Worker Education (CSWE) or a Masters Degree from a two-year counseling program from an accredited college or University. (Qualifying Masters Degrees in counseling include Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Counseling, Mental Health Counseling, Addiction Counseling, and Counseling Psychology that included a supervised placement as a part of course curriculum).
• Child Protective Services Worker II: ($57.97 - $69.43 Hourly) Experience: One year of post-graduate paid case management/social work experience in a public, private, or nonprofit agency within Child Protective Services. Qualifying post-graduate case management/social work experience must include: primary responsibility for a long-term caseload, development of service/treatment plans; investigations of child abuse reports; monitoring compliance through home calls, field calls, and other personal contact; modification of treatment plans as needed/required; and authority to impose sanctions for non-compliance, impacting benefits or services. Education: Possession of a Masters Degree in Social Work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Worker Education (CSWE) or a Masters Degree from a two-year counseling program from an accredited college or University. (Qualifying Masters Degrees in counseling include Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Counseling, Mental Health Counseling, Addiction Counseling, and Counseling Psychology that included a supervised placement as a part of course curriculum).

Special Requirements

Possession of a valid Class C California driver s license is required upon appointment. Employees must have the ability to travel to designated locations. *Any license, certification, or registration required for this position shall be maintained (i.e. active and in good standing) at all times during employment with Napa County. For continued employment with Napa County, you must maintain such license, certification, or registration to meet the minimum qualifications of this position. Loss of the required State licensure may result in termination or reassignment.

Recruitment Process

Application Deadline: By 5:00 PM (PST) TBD. Application Screening & Supplemental Question Scoring: Tentatively scheduled for the week TBD. Supplemental questions will be scored by subject matter experts. The most qualified applicants from the scoring of the supplemental questions will be invited for an Oral Panel Interview. Oral Panel Interview: Tentatively scheduled for the week TBD. The most qualified candidates from the oral panel interview will be placed on the eligibility list and may be considered for current and future vacancies for this position for up to one year. Human Resources reserves the right to make changes to the recruitment process and schedule at any time.

Benefits

Learn more about the benefits package for this position HERE.

ADA Accommodation

Applicants requiring accommodation during the application and/or selection process pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Act should contact County of Napa Human Resources at [phone].

Equal Opportunity

Napa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Napa County employees automatically become Disaster Service Workers. This means that when Napa County experiences emergencies (earthquake, wildfire, power outage, etc.) you may be asked to pivot from your regular duties to provide critical services to those affected by the emergency (CA Govt Code § 3102).