Licensed Social Worker

Douglas County•Social Services, NV

11h

About The Position

Douglas County is seeking a Licensed Social Worker to provide social services to applicants and recipients, particularly individuals and families facing complex barriers to self-sufficiency. The role involves interviewing applicants, assessing eligibility and barriers, providing intensive person-centered case management, developing goal plans, and connecting clients with relevant services and community resources. The position handles the most difficult and complex cases and also helps shape programs, workshops, and employment and training opportunities. It advises management on social services matters and collaborates with County departments, community organizations, employers, and other service providers. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screening. No supervision is exercised. The position is based in a small, rural community and works in a moderately noisy setting such as a business office or an area with light traffic, with no exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Use of a County vehicle is required for work-related tasks. Applicants are asked to submit a resume and a cover letter describing their social work experience and its relevance to Douglas County’s conditions. Douglas County describes its workplace as friendly and family-oriented and says it invests in employee training and career growth. The posting also notes no Nevada state income tax, a County-paid Nevada Public Employee's Retirement System contribution, vacation and sick leave, health insurance, and 12 paid holidays.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work.
Two years of professional experience performing social work or case management.
Experience interviewing clients, providing information and resources, and determining eligibility for social service, medical, or related programs.
Valid driver’s license.
Licensed Social Worker (LSW) license from the State of Nevada Board of Examiners for Social Workers.
CPR, First Aid, Bloodborne Pathogen, and AED certifications must be obtained within six months of employment.
Maintain all required licenses and certificates in active status without suspension or revocation.
Successfully complete required background screening; employment is contingent upon screening.
Complete Form I-9 and provide required proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States before starting employment.

Responsibilities

Interview applicants to identify social service needs, gather information, assess eligibility, and explain program rules, regulations, grants, methods of payment, and legal rights.
Evaluate personal and financial information and initiate procedures to approve, modify, deny, or terminate eligibility and grant funding.
Provide and oversee intensive, person-centered case management, including goal planning, regular client meetings, and monitoring eligibility and compliance.
Maintain confidentiality and assign cases to staff as appropriate; refer clients to case managers when appropriate.
Review program services and activities to support program integrity and compliance with County policies and procedures.
Advise management on social services activities and provide technical feedback on cases, assignments, and related concerns.
Build and maintain working relationships with clients through group interactions, individual appointments, phone, and email.
Assist clients with applications, provide factual information about program rules and procedures, identify additional service needs, make referrals, and advocate with other social service agencies.
Create and maintain case files, accurate work logs, records, and required regular and special reports, including biweekly client diagnostic reports through a database.
Create curriculum and facilitate workshops, seminars, networking groups, orientations, stakeholder meetings, and workgroups.
Recommend classes and skill-building resources while staying current on evidence-based practice.
Develop employment and training opportunities for clients and work with case managers and employers to match qualified candidates to employer needs.
Create social media content and posts for networking, education, job referrals, announcements, and community outreach.
Develop brochures, program materials, and other media to inform the public about services, workshops, and educational opportunities.
Participate in continuing education about service changes, programs, resources, and trends.
Develop and maintain relationships with County departments, social service agencies, organizations, service clubs, and community groups.
Use a County vehicle for tasks related to job duties and represent the County with dignity, integrity, and cooperation.
Contribute to team or work-unit goals, objectives, and activities.