Social Services Case Worker (Extra Help) - Impact & Support

County of Tulare; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Tulare is seeking an Extra Help Social Services Worker I to support multiple county departments with client services. You will manage a moderate caseload, interview clients, assess needs, and develop service plans in alignment with program guidelines.

The role requires the ability to assess resources, interpret policies, make home visits, and maintain confidential records. Education typically involves two years of college in behavioral or social sciences, with substitution possible for

Qualifications

• Equivalent to two years of college level study in the behavioral or social sciences or a closely related field.
• Directly related program specific experience may be substituted for education on a ratio basis.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload with cases of moderate difficulty.
• Interview clients to assess needs and develop basic service plans.
• Assist applicants and recipients in utilizing available resources.
• Interpret policies, rules and regulations for clients and others.
• Make home calls in connection with case work assignments.

Skills

Social service principles

Interviewing techniques

Caseload management

Communication skills

Record keeping

Education

Two years college in behavioral or social sciences

Job description

County of Tulare is seeking an Extra Help Social Services Worker I to support multiple county departments with client services. You will manage a moderate caseload, interview clients, assess needs, and develop service plans in alignment with program guidelines.

The role requires the ability to assess resources, interpret policies, make home visits, and maintain confidential records. Education typically involves two years of college in behavioral or social sciences, with substitution possible for