Social Worker

Job Description:

Social Worker

Description

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation with a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Social Work.

OR

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, plus two (2) years of experience in a field related to counseling individuals and case management services.

Licenses or Certifications:

Licensed under the Regulation of Social Work Practitioners Act of the State of Texas and will be required to maintain during employment.
Notes to Applicants
This Social Worker position is part of the Crisis Intervention Team within the Neighborhood Services Unit ( NSU ). This position provides crisis intervention and case management services to victims of disaster and public health emergencies and assists the NSU in providing social service support to the community. This position facilitates linkage to necessary resources to assist clients in meeting their case management goals, documents client progress and case activities in the client database and charts and enters data into monthly reporting tools. In addition, they will assist the Neighborhood Centers in working with clients to achieve self-sufficiency, meeting grant requirements, and working mass distributions and other events.

Due to the nature of emergency and disaster response, this position may require work hours outside of the standard schedule.

APH Information:

• This position supports Austin Public Health’s Mission and Core Purpose identified in the Austin Public Health Strategic Plan .
• Departmental Competencies related to the position can be found on Austin Public Health’s website .

Be a part of Austin Public Health: https://youtu.be/wJgNIc3ivkA .

Immunization Requirement:

• Due to high-risk areas, Austin Public Health employees must comply with the department’s immunization policy.

Regarding your Application

• A detailed, complete City of Austin employment application is required to evaluate your qualifications. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience that is relevant to this position.
• The application and resume must include dates (month and year) for each job history entry. In addition, the resume information must match the information on the application. Please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications when responding to the supplemental questions on the application.
• Work experience listed must include a month, year, and a verifiable Supervisor or Human Resources phone number. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meets the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview.
• The responses to the supplemental questions should reference the employment history listed in the employment history section. Once the requisition has closed, the application cannot be changed to update work history, supplemental questions, or any other information.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position comes with a comprehensive benefits package consisting of medical and dental coverage, paid sick, vacation, and personal time, and a retirement plan.

If you are selected to interview

• Military/Veterans must provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of hire.
• This position will require a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ).
• If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED , undergraduate, and/or graduate degrees, will be required.

Electronic Notification to Applications

• Applicants will be notified via e-mail to communicate important information related to the status of their application as part of an ongoing effort to increase operational efficiency, promote a green environment and minimize delays and costs. Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide are current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our e-mails or fail to check your inbox in a timely manner skills assessment may be required.
• When public health responds to an emergency you may be assigned activities that are outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends with possible deployment to locations other than the Austin Public Health. COVID -19 considerations:
• This position is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSF ) Program. This program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans.

Tobacco Free Workplace:

The City of Austin is a tobacco-free workplace. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any City of Austin worksite- including construction sites, parking lots, garages, or in personal vehicles parked on the premises.

Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Please note that the Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.
Pay Range
Commensurate
Hours
Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Fridays: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Some evening and weekends required, and schedule may temporarily change, especially during or after an emergency.
Job Close Date 01/23/2025 Type of Posting External Department Austin Public Health Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 2800 Webberville Road Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Experience with disaster response and/or public health emergency response
• State of Texas Licensed Master Social Worker ( LMSW ) or State of Texas Licensed Clinical Social Worker ( LCSW ), or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Conducts psychosocial assessments. Develops and implements individual service or treatment plans. Provides case management, maintains documentation, and compiles data and informational reports. Provides information and referrals, as appropriate, and supports clients in connecting to appropriate resources. Supports clients in stabilization of bio-psychosocial functioning. Provides short-term crisis counseling and support. Documents services provided through the appropriate reporting methods. Keeps informed in best practices and community resources. Maintains clients’ records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
None.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of theoretical constructs of human development.
• Knowledge of community resources available for human development, therapeutic interventions, and/or support.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention and counseling techniques used in trauma, grief, or crisis situations.
• Knowledge of social work theories.
• Knowledge of Federal and State program requirements for services to children, adolescents, and their families.
• Skill in effective oral and/or written communication.
• Skill in effective communication and dealing with the public.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other City departments, employees, and the public.
• Skill in preparing clear and concise written reports.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for this position are: Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Social Work OR Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university plus two (2) years of experience in a field related to counseling individuals in crisis/trauma situations. Licenses and Certifications Required: Licensed under the Regulation of Social Work Practitioners Act of the State of Texas and will be required to maintain during employment. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Check.

* Are you currently licensed as a Social Worker with the State of Texas?

• Yes
• No

* Please provide your license number.
(Open Ended Question)
* Select the statement that best describes your English/Spanish bilingual ability:

• Speaks both English and Spanish fluently.
• Speaks some Spanish
• Understands some Spanish
• Fluent in English only
• Fluent in Spanish Only

* Due to working in high risk areas, applicants applying for this position must comply with the departments immunization policy as a condition of employment. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes, I will comply to the vaccinations required by the APH department
• No, I cannot meet this requirement

* This job may require working some evenings and weekends depending on the type of disaster or emergency we are responding to. Are you willing to work some evenings and/or weekends as required based on business needs?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have experience working with emergency/disaster response efforts?

• Yes.
• No.

* In the prior twelve months have you been employed by, owned any interest in, or been an officer or board member, for any business entity, including a non-profit organization, that is transacting any business with the City of Austin, including a recipient of any contracts, grants, or any funds of any kind from the City of Austin?

• Yes
• No

* If you answered yes to the previous question, please explain below.
(Open Ended Question)


Optional & Required Documents

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