This is a full-time, FLSA non-exempt position with Carson City Health & Human Services. Under general supervision, performs routine to complex professional level casework in various social services programs.
This is a grant-funded position and, as such, employees are responsible for knowing abiding by the rules of the grant. This position will continue to be funded as long as the grant is renewed.
Salary Ranges:
(Employer-Paid PERS) $27.4534 - $41.1797 hourly / $57,103.02 - $85,653.88 annually
(Employee/Employer-Paid PERS) $32.5813 - $48.8717 hourly / $67,769.00 - $101,653.88 annually
To learn more about the Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), click here (Download PDF reader).
This position is covered by the Carson City Employees Association. The current collective bargaining agreement outlines the generous benefits offered to Carson City employees: https://www.carson.org/home/showpublisheddocument/15581/637741283392970000
Please Note: Human Resources determines whether or not you meet the minimum qualifications for the job based on your experience as you describe it on your application. Do not substitute a resume for your application, or write "See Attached Resume" on your application. We do not review resumes, unless specifically stated on the job announcement. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education and Work Experience" section of the application. Applicants not meeting these requirements will not be considered for employment.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience:
Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in social services, marriage and family therapy, counseling, psychology or a closely related field and license to practice in the State of Nevada as a Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:
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Nevada driver’s license.
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Must possess a valid license as a Social Worker in the State of Nevada at time of appointment.
Required Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of:
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Principles and practices of social work; methods and techniques related to professional social work.
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Basic crisis intervention and counseling techniques.
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Basic community resources and programs available to clients with identified needs; basic laws, codes, and regulations related to the work.
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Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and record keeping principles and practices.
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Business arithmetic.
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Correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
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Computer applications related to the work.
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Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained.
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Communicating effectively in oral and written forms.
Skill in:
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Maintaining accurate records and files related to work performed.
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Interpreting, applying and explaining applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
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Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
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Making accurate arithmetic calculations.
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Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
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Communicating public health issues clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
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Organizing, planning, and coordinating a variety of programs and activities.
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Educating the public on a variety of health care and social related issues.
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Speaking effectively before large and small groups of all ages.
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Demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
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Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Under General Supervision - Incumbents at this level are given assignments and objectives that are governed by specifically outlined work methods and a sequence of steps, which are explained in general terms. The responsibility for achieving the work objectives, however, rests with a superior. Immediate supervision is not consistent, but checks are integrated into work processes and/or reviews are frequent enough to ensure compliance with instructions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone; ability to operate a motor vehicle and safely travel to a variety of offsite locations.