Program Coordinator - In-Home Supportive Services

County of El Dorado; Placerville (CA); In loco; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

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The County of El Dorado is seeking a Program Coordinator to oversee and coordinate services for seniors and families with special needs within the Health and Human Services Agency, Social Services Division, in Placerville, CA.

You will provide direction to staff, ensure program compliance, manage budgets, and enhance service delivery through outreach and policy improvements. A AA degree and 2 years of related experience are required.

Competenze

• Equivalent to possession of an Associate of Arts degree with major coursework in social services, psychology or a related field
• Two years of experience in performing social service program eligibility determinations or program support work at a level equivalent to the County's class of Program Assistant.

Mansioni

• Develop program goals and ensures implementation and compliance with contractual or funding agency requirements; participates in the development of the program budget.
• Supervise and coordinate day to day operation of varied senior and family services programs such as rental assistance, food distribution, emergency shelter, information and referral, emergency crisis intervention and senior activities and transportation.
• Provide day-to-day direction, work review and evaluation to assigned staff and volunteers; train staff in work procedure.
• Maintain fiscal records and prepares reports and documentation to ensure that spending is within contractual limitations.
• Direct the receipt and review of program applications and the determinations.
• Design and implement outreach activities and referral systems to ensure that target populations are reached.
• Evaluate program effectiveness; recommend and implement policy and procedural changes to enhance program effectiveness.
• Writer and edit written educational or information materials, such as fliers, brochures, and a newsletter.
• Counsel and advise applicants based on their needs and makes appropriate referrals to other community services as applicable.
• Correspond and confer with local community agencies involved in seniors and low income family services to maximize program usefulness; make presentations to various groups to promote departmental services.

Formazione

Associate of Arts degree with major coursework in social services, psychology or a related field

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THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO

The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.

Description

THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

The El Dorado County Health And Human Services Agency is committed to transforming lives and improving futures for the citizens of El Dorado County. Their programs and services include: Behavioral Health, Public Health, Community and Social Services. Their over 600 employees are dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of those in their communities.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Program Coordinator oversees, coordinates and personally performs work in the provision of programs offering direct services and support to seniors and families with special needs and also provides direction to program service delivery and evaluating program status and effectiveness. This class is distinguished from the Manager and Director levels in that classes with those titles have division or department management level responsibility in their area of family and/or senior support.

SOCIAL SERVICES DIVISION - IN HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES

The Health and Human Services Agency’s Social Services Division works to improve the quality of life for El Dorado County residents by helping them meet basic needs and move toward self-sufficiency. Services include CalFresh, CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, General Assistance, and employment programs. The Division also oversees the In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Public Authority, which recruits, processes, and supports service providers for the IHSS program, a Medi-Cal funded initiative that enables eligible individuals who are 65 or older, blind, or disabled to hire providers for domestic and personal care services, allowing them to remain safely in their own homes and communities.

The Selected Candidate Will Have The Opportunity To

• Develop program goals and ensures implementation and compliance with contractual or funding agency requirements; participates in the development of the program budget.
• Supervise and coordinate day to day operation of varied senior and family services programs such as rental assistance, food distribution, emergency shelter, information and referral, emergency crisis intervention and senior activities and transportation.
• Provide day-to-day direction, work review and evaluation to assigned staff and volunteers; train staff in work procedure.
• Maintain fiscal records and prepares reports and documentation to ensure that spending is within contractual limitations.
• Direct the receipt and review of program applications and the determinations.
• Design and implement outreach activities and referral systems to ensure that target populations are reached.
• Evaluate program effectiveness; recommend and implement policy and procedural changes to enhance program effectiveness.
• Writer and edit written educational or information materials, such as fliers, brochures, and a newsletter.
• Counsel and advise applicants based on their needs and makes appropriate referrals to other community services as applicable.
• Correspond and confer with local community agencies involved in seniors and low income family services to maximize program usefulness; make presentations to various groups to promote departmental services.

For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description here.

Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations.

Where college degrees and/or college course credits are required, degrees and college units must be obtained from an accredited college or university. Courses from non-accredited institutions will not be evaluated for this requirement.

Education & Experience Requirements

Equivalent to possession of an Associate of Arts degree with major coursework in social services, psychology or a related field

AND

two years of experience in performing social service program eligibility determinations or program support work at a level equivalent to the County's class of Program Assistant.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Nicholas Jetton in Human Resources [e-mail].

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.

A pass/fail training and experience evaluation will be utilized to determine an applicant's ability to continue in the recruitment process ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based upon the information in the application and/or responses to supplemental questions, the applicant's education, training, and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.

Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.

For more information on the recruitment process, click here.

Based on the department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

Additional Information

The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for the Program Coordinator. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer.

We Are Currently Recruiting For The Following

• One (1) full-time vacancy in the Health and Human Services Agency, Social Services Division, located in Placerville, CA.

The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigated at least once every ten (10) years.

Many job classifications require a pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs; a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer.

Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history.

Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:

• 40 miles to Downtown Sacramento
• 50 miles to Sacramento International Airport
• 129 miles to San Francisco

Here area few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:

• Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
• Skiing and Snowboarding
• Live Music and Music Festivals
• Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
• El Dorado County Fair
• Placerville Speedway Races
• Farm to Fork Restaurants
• Small Business Shops

Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance.

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The County of El Dorado participates in the E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. If hired, the information you provide on your Form I-9 will be used to verify your authorization to work in the United States.

Learn More

• E-Verify Notice of Participation
• Right to Work

The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!

For Your Health And Well-Being

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Basic Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• County sponsored Wellness program
• Discounts on gym memberships

For Your Financial Future

• CalPERS Retirement
• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
• Optional Life Insurance

For Your Work/Life Balance

• Paid Holidays
• Floating Holidays
• Vacation and sick leave accruals
• Supervisory, Personal and Bereavement leave

Below is a comprehensive benefit summary based on full-time, regular employment for the bargaining unit to which this classification is assigned.

Revised 1/2025, valid until modified by successor MOU or negotiated agreement.

To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here.

Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.