Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Community Services Bargaining Unit for labor relations purposes. Incumbents are also subject to overtime, standby and call-back assignments. This is the highest level in the Social Worker series. Incumbents perform professional casework of an advanced nature in the most difficult social service areas. The casework requires the application of high level and sophisticated social services, expertise and techniques.
Casework is in areas such as adoptions and child protective services.
Incumbents at this level are expected to work independently without intensive supervision. Provides information and referral for services. On a rotation basis, will be required to serve as after-hours social worker. May be required to utilize own vehicle as the need warrants. Investigates child abuse or neglect referrals.