Health and Human Services Program Assistant

Alpine County • Alpine County, CA

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About The Position

Under general supervision, the Health and Human Services Program Assistant performs clerical, administrative, and technical duties in the office and field in support of County health and human services programs, initiatives, and staff. The role provides staff support and assistance with implementing health and/or human service programs and activities; conducts community outreach and education to promote agency programs and services and to provide information and resources; develops, summarizes, and maintains program correspondence and records; and provides information and assistance to staff, program participants, and the general public. The employee also performs related duties as assigned.

This position is 32 hours per week (0.80 FTE), with compensation in Range 41A of $25.64–$31.16 per hour. The salary is administered through a five-step system, with advancement upon satisfactory completion of a one-year probationary period and annual increases thereafter.

Requirements

• Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities; a typical qualifying background is equivalent to an associate degree from an accredited college or university, with major coursework in public health, behavioral or social science, public or business administration, or a related field.
• One year of experience supporting behavioral health, health, and/or human service programs, including responsibility for conducting community outreach and education.
• Possess a valid U.S. driver’s license upon the date of application.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical, administrative, and technical duties in the office and in the field in support of County health and human services programs, initiatives, and program staff.
• Provide staff support and assistance with implementing health and/or human service programs and activities.
• Conduct community outreach and education to promote agency programs and services and provide information and resources to the community.
• Develop, summarize, and maintain program correspondence and records.
• Provide information and assistance to staff, program participants, and the general public.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Vacation accrued on a prorated basis according to hours worked.
• Sick leave accrued on a prorated basis according to hours worked.
• 15 paid holidays per year.
• Voluntary deferred compensation program.
• Employees may be eligible for homebuyer assistance through the Golden State Finance Authority (GSFA), subject to program requirements, lender approval, and availability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree