Under general direction, provides skilled social work services to cases requiring maximum service, and involving a variety of complex social problems and treatment plans.
This list will be used to fill any current or future vacant positions in Adult Protective Services (APS) within the Social Services Agency, Department of Aging & Adult Services (DAAS). Social Worker III's this department provides services to elder, disabled, and/or dependent adults.
In Adult Protective Services (APS) program, Social Worker III's may be assigned to receive, assess, and document reports of Elder or Dependent Adult abuse and neglect, investigate allegations, and document case-related activities. The ability to apply critical thinking skills and to develop professional collaborative partnerships with multi-disciplinary teams, county and community programs and law enforcement agencies are highly desired. A Master's Degree in Social Work is preferred for Social Worker III positions in APS.
Bilingual candidates and those with a cultural competency in serving persons with diverse backgrounds, including Latino, African and Asian Ancestry are encouraged to apply. If you speak a second language fluently (i.e., Vietnamese, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish, etc.), please specify that on your application.
The ability to speak fluently (speak, read & write) in the chosen language will be tested. Candidate must take and pass the required language fluency examination (i.e., ability to speak, read and write Spanish) for the specified language skill on your application (extended offer is contingent upon passing all pre-employment requisites - language certification and background check).
Possession of a Master's degree in Social Work preferred or possession of a Master's Degree in Behavioral Science, Counseling, Education Counseling, Gerontology, Marriage and Family Therapy, Nursing, Psychology, Social Psychology, Vocational Rehabilitation or equivalent titles to the above degree from an accredited college.
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Social Worker II - Department of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS)
The County of Santa Clara, San Jose, CA
Social Worker II - Department of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS)
County of Santa Clara, San Jose, CA