Social Services Supervisor - Emergency Appointment

County of Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

County of Los Angeles is hiring Emergency Social Services Supervisors to oversee APS operations and supervise staff responding to homelessness-related social service needs. The role supports the aging and disabled population and requires leadership in unit supervision, policy interpretation, and interdepartmental collaboration.

The position is governed by an emergency order with potential for permanent County employment after initial 90 days, and requires a bachelor’s degree with two years of

Formación

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (required).
• Two years of experience providing professional social work services in a recognized social services agency at the Social Worker level in LA County.

Responsabilidades

• Provide technical and administrative supervision over social services staff, including assigning and evaluating work and staff training.
• Review case records for accuracy and consistency with proper casework techniques and regulations.
• Conduct unit meetings to discuss policy interpretations and implications on casework.
• Prepare reports on unit performance and problems for management to inform staffing and training policy.
• Represent the department in meetings with public groups to provide information on programs.
• Serve on department-wide committees to review training needs and modify service delivery systems.

Conocimientos

Social work experience

Supervision

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Descripción del empleo

Position/Program Information

Applications will be accepted from Wednesday, October 28, 2026 until Monday, November 2, 2026, before 5:00 p.m. (PT). All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Monday, November 2, 2026 to be accepted.

EXAM NUMBER: AG9058B-EA

The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you.

Aging and Disabilities is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Social Services Supervisor vacancies related to the homelessness crisis within its Adult Protective Services (APS) Division. APS investigates reports of suspected abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and exploitation involving older adults and dependent adults and connects clients with services intended to support their safety and well-being. Social Services Supervisors play a critical role in supporting APS operations and supervising staff responsible for responding to reports involving vulnerable older and dependent adults.

Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment.

During your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%.

Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Social Services Supervisor.

Essential Job Functions

Provides technical and administrative supervision over social services staff, including assigning and evaluating work, providing staff development and training, and discussing difficult cases with subordinate staff to recommend appropriate case solutions.

Reviews case records for accuracy and consistency in the application of proper casework techniques, to monitor the quality and compliance with all regulations, policies, and procedures.

Conducts unit meetings to discuss the interpretations and practical implications of new policies, procedures and regulations on casework.

Prepares reports of unit's performance and problems to provide management with information necessary to develop staffing and training policy.

Represents the department in meetings with concerned public groups to provide information on new or revised programs.

Serves as a committee member in department-wide committees which review training needs and recommend modifications to service delivery systems.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY

A Bachelor degree* from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in providing professional social work services in a recognized social services agency at the level of the Social Worker** classification in Los Angeles County.

You MUST meet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment.

Special Requirements Information

• Willingness to work in any area of Los Angeles County.
• Willingness to assist with field work and visiting clients.
• In order to receive credit for a Bachelor's degree or higher, you must provide a legible copy of your official diploma/transcripts/letter from an accredited institution that shows the area of specialization. If you are unable to attach the required documents, you must email them to [e-mail]. Please include the exam number and exam title in your email. For more information regarding education, please see the Employment Information (Download PDF reader) document on the LA County Jobs website.
• At the level of the Social Worker classification in Los Angeles County is defined as performing a full-range of social casework and related service activities, including assessment of client needs and the development and implementation of social service plans to meet clients' needs. You may still qualify even if your job title isn’t exactly the same as the ones listed. What matters is that your experience is at a similar level — meaning your job involves similar responsibilities, requires comparable skills and knowledge, and takes place within a similar organizational structure. Please provide a clear explanation of your experience to demonstrate that it is at the appropriate level.

Endorsement Of County Qualifications

County employees who wish to meet the requirements using out-of-class experience must provide official documentation such as additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus, or reclassification study from CEO Classification. Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held the Social Worker position or a position deemed to be at equivalent level. Out-of-class duties should be accurately described in the attached documentation and verified through the departmental HR Manager when necessary.

LICENSE

A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

PHYSICAL CLASS

II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

Social Security Number

Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.

Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries

Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.

Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI)

The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

Employment Information

Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement

The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit: https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.

Testing Accommodations For Applicants

The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit: https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/.

Fair Chance

The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).

Employment Eligibility

Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.

Career PathFinder

Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at http://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov.

Veteran’s Credit

Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations (i.e., examinations open to everyone), the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions.

For more information on veteran’s credit, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205102_PPG_115.pdf

Dept Contact

Dept Contact Name: AG Recruitment Team

Dept Contact Email: [e-mail]

Teletype Number: [phone]