Employment and Training Worker I/II

Description

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.

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.

SOCIAL SERVICES DIVISION
The Health and Human Services Agency’s Social Services Division strives to improve the quality of life for the residents of El Dorado County. They help residents meet basic needs and ultimately become self-sufficient by offering the following services: CalFresh, CalWORKs, General Assistance and employment services.

THE OPPORTUNITY
Provide employability services to eligible applicants; apply program regulations and procedures; assess employment potential and barriers that interfere with securing and maintaining employment; identify needs for social and health services, and makes referrals; collaborate with partner agencies and employers; use an automated system to maintain and monitor participants' records and generate reports; may determine the eligibility of applicants and recipients for public assistance programs through interactive interviewing and fact gathering.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Utilize Motivational Interviewing techniques, interview and evaluate eligible program participants' employability to assist participants in achieving self-sufficiency employment.
• Administer and interpret vocational assessments.
• Assess clients' employment and education history; identify employment related skills, abilities, and barriers; develop goals and plans to improve skills and abilities and overcome barriers; provide career guidance and employment and training counseling; provide labor market information related to local employment possibilities; and as appropriate, refer clients to employment related educational and training opportunities.
• Refer clients to other staff members or to community resources for direct and intensive services and specialized counseling as necessary; advocate on clients behalf for most suitable services including enabling services.
• Assist applicants and recipients in utilizing available resources.
• Make home visits in connection with casework assignments.

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 minimum qualifications:

Employment and Training Worker I:
One (1) year of full-time experience performing duties equivalent to the County's classes of Eligibility Specialist II or Social Worker I;

OR

Six (6) months of full-time experience performing duties equivalent to the County's class of Eligibility Specialist II; and completion of 15 semester (22.5 quarter) college units in career planning, vocational guidance principles, personality development, occupational testing and measurement, or counseling preparation;

OR

Six (6) months of full-time experience providing case management, vocational guidance, employment counseling or employment placement services; and completion of 15 semester (22.5 quarter) college units in career planning, vocational guidance principles, personality development, occupational testing, or counseling preparation;

OR

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in social services, human services, business, liberal studies, or a closely related field.

Employment and Training Worker II:
One (1) year of full-time experience performing duties equivalent to the County's class of Employment & Training Worker I;

OR

Two (2) years of full-time experience performing vocational guidance, employment counseling or placement services; and completion of 15 semester (22.5 quarter) college units in career planning, vocational guidance principles, personality development, occupational testing & measurement or counseling preparation;

OR

Three (3) years of full-time experience performing vocational guidance, employment counseling, or placement services;

OR

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university; and one (1) year of full-time experience performing vocational guidance, employment counseling, or placement services.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California or Nevada Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record.

Click here to view the minimum qualifications for Employment and Training Worker I/II, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Apply online by clicking the 'Apply" link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept".

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Nicholas Jetton in Human Resources at nicholas.jetton@edcgov.us.

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.

WRITTEN EXAMINATION
A written exam will be utilized to determine an applicant's ranking and placement on the eligibility list. The online examination date is 12/31/2024. If it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications and are therefore eligible to participate, you will be notified by email at least one week prior to the examination.

If you have taken this examination within six (6) months prior to the scheduled date of the examination, your score will automatically be transferred to this exam and you are not permitted sit for this examination. If you have taken this examination from greater than six (6) months but within twelve (12) months prior to the scheduled date of the examination, you may elect to transfer that examination score or sit for the examination again; you must contact Human Resources prior to the scheduled exam date to request that your previous score be transferred.

A transferred examination score does not guarantee passing the current examination administration. Examination pass points are set in accordance with the EEOC Uniform Employee Selection Guidelines.

For more information on the recruitment process click here .

Based on the hiring 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 Employment and Training Worker I/II. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time, and extra help vacancies in Placerville, CA 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.

• There are currently (2) two full time vacancies in the Health and Human Services Agency, Social Services Division, located in Placerville, Ca.

Click Here for Frequently Asked Questions.

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 pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include drug testing. A positive test may result in the 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 are a 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
• Farm to Fork Restaurants
• Local Shopping Gems

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

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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)
  
• 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
  

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.

Closing Date/Time: 12/26/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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• County of El Dorado

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