Public Social Worker — Empower Families & Communities

County of Sacramento; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Sacramento seeks a Human Services Social Worker to develop and deliver public social services aimed at promoting human well-being. The role supports multiple departments including Health Services and Social Assistance, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires a strong foundation in social work methods, interviewing skills, and cultural sensitivity, with focus on serving diverse communities and maintaining accurate case records.

Qualifications

• Two years of full-time, paid experience in the County of Sacramento in the class of Human Services Specialist or a Bachelor's degree with 24+ upper-division units in social work, sociology, psychology, counseling or related field.
• Part-time experience may be pro-rated to meet total requirements.
• Proving educational requirements with transcripts or proof may be required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver public social services to clients to promote human well-being.
• Work within multiple County departments as needed.
• Interpret and apply public social services programs to clients.
• Maintain accurate records and coordinate with community resources.

Skills

Communication

Cultural sensitivity

Interviewing

Teamwork

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Recordkeeping

Public welfare knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

12 upper division units in social work or related field

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

County of Sacramento seeks a Human Services Social Worker to develop and deliver public social services aimed at promoting human well-being. The role supports multiple departments including Health Services and Social Assistance, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires a strong foundation in social work methods, interviewing skills, and cultural sensitivity, with focus on serving diverse communities and maintaining accurate case records.