Examples of DutiesDuties may include, but are not limited to the following:- Interviews and counsels' parents of handicapped children; reevaluates yearly eligibility for family.
- Obtains and evaluates information to determine medical eligibility and establish financial eligibility.
- Assists applicants obtain information and resolve discrepancies in the application and declaration.
- Authorizes medical care for handicapped children; refers applicants to other agencies when appropriate.
- Assists ineligible families to secure aid from various agencies and medical insurance programs.
- Arranges and schedules clinics, sends out appointment notices; prepares monthly billings for families.
- Assists families with transportation and housing problems.
- Maintains log of Maintenance and Transportation authorizations for administrative invoicing.
- Acts as liaison between families and the State CCS or Nurse Case Manager in obtaining authorizations.
- Interprets the policies, rules and regulations of the CCS program to applicants, recipients and others.
- Provide services and engage in other activities to enhance services to Medi-Cal beneficiaries.
Minimum QualificationsLevel IExperience:One (1) year performing duties comparable to a Community Health Specialist, Public Health Social Worker, or Eligibility Worker II, in a social service or public health agency.
OR Education:Successful completion of 30 college semester units in social welfare, social/human services, sociology, nursing, or other behavioral or public health science.
Level IIExperience:Two (2) years performing duties comparable to a Social Worker I, or Community Health Specialist, or Eligibility Worker II, in a social service, public health, or community agency. One (1) year of experience as California Children’s Service Worker I can substitute for one (1) year of the two (2) years' experience.
OR Education:Successful completion of 30 college semester units in social welfare, social/human services, sociology, nursing, or other behavioral or public health science.
AND One (1) year of experience as California Children’s Service Worker I in Merced County.
SOME POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS PURSUANT TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES RULES AND REGULATIONS, SECTION 2, BEssential FunctionsESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Operate a personal computer and other office equipment.
- Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone.
- Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses.
- Perform job duties under stressful conditions and respond appropriately to situations.
- Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations.
- Frequent use of depth perception, peripheral vision and color perception.
- Frequently lift, carry, reach, push, pull, twist and manipulate large and small objects.
- Frequent use of hand-eye coordination; normal dexterity, frequent holding and grasping.
- Frequent use of data entry device including repetitive hand and arm motion.
- Occasionally lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
- Frequent public contact, concentration in noisy conditions, exposure to emergency situations.
- Occasional exposure to hazardous materials, cold and heat.
- Regular attendance is an essential function.
Knowledge of:- A basic understanding of the goals of public service programs; State and Community resources.
- Modern office practices, methods, procedures, and equipment.
- Basic record keeping procedures and math procedures.
- Laws, rules and regulations governing California Children’s Services Program.
- Medical terminology and disease classification; Sociological and cultural differences.
Ability to:- Learn interviewing techniques to obtain/exchange information.
- Read, understand, and follow complex rules, regulations, and policies.
- Organize work effectively; Make accurate arithmetic computations.
- Communicate with others from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relations with staff and general public.
- Interpret State and County policies, rules and regulations.
- Recognize pertinent patient information.
- Complete clinic schedules, letters, and reports utilizing keyboarding/typing skills.
- Conduct sensitive interviews with patients and their families; Maintain patient confidentiality.
HOLIDAYS & LEAVES
VACATION
10 days the first 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 160 hours), 15 days in the second 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 240 hours), and 20 days after 10 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 320 hours).
SICK LEAVE
0.0462 hours sick leave for each paid regularly scheduled work hour. 12 days (96 hours per year) with unlimited accumulation. Optional annual buy back of a portion of accumulated sick leave hours upon meeting certain criteria.
HOLIDAYS
Twelve paid holidays annually plus one optional holiday.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE
Three (3) regularly scheduled work days or five (5) days if distance traveled over 500 miles one-way.
INSURANCE
HEALTH INSURANCE
Medical Insurance - Merced County offers multiple Medical Plans and contributes towards employee and dependent premiums. Medical plan availability varies based on bargaining units. - Anthem 500 EPO
- Anthem 1500 EPO
- Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) with Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) without Health Savings Account (HSA)
Dental Insurance -Delta Dental - County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)
Vision Insurance - VSP - County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)
DISABILITY INSURANCE State Disability Insurance (SDI) - Merced County non-management employees are enrolled in the State Disability Insurance Program (SDI). Premiums for this insurance are paid by the employee. This insurance is administered solely by the State, who determines eligibility and payments. Benefit amounts are based on the quarter with the highest wages earned within the base period.
LIFE INSURANCE
County-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - Represented Employees $10,000
Voluntary Term and Whole Life Insurance are available - premium paid by employee
RETIREMENT
DEFERRED COMPENSATION
The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. Employees choose their investment funds and can make pretax contributions to the plan up to the maximum allowable.
MERCED COUNTY EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937 and other provisions of the California Government Code. MCERA members also pay into Social Security.The applicable benefit formula is dependent upon your hire date with an MCERA employer; yourpension amount will be determined by your age, years of service and final compensation amount. EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES DO NOT QUALIFY FOR COUNTY BENEFITS.
EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
Anthem EAP services provide up to five face-to-face counseling sessions per incident and provides a toll-free "800" hotline available 24/7 for emergencies and crisis intervention. EAP services include counseling services, legal services, financial services and work-life resource services.
EMPLOYEE TICKETS, COUPONS, and DISCOUNTS
The County of Merced has partnered with Employee Savings Tickets to provide discounted coupons and tickets for all county employees to attractions throughout the state and out-of-state. The discounts and coupons are available for shopping, movies, sporting events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums and much more.
THIS BULLETIN IS NOT A CONTRACT AND DOES NOT CREATE CONTRACTUAL OR LEGAL RIGHTS ON BEHALF OF ANY EMPLOYEE. THIS BULLETIN IS SUBJECT OF BEING SUPPLEMENTED, MODIFIED, WITHDRAWN OR OTHERWISE CHANGED PENDING LABOR AGREEMENTS AND/OR AT THE DISCRETION OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICER OR AS THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS DEEM NECESSARY.
For answers to specific questions regarding employee benefits, please call Human Resources at 209.385.7682.Closing Date/Time: Continuous
