Extensive use of communication techniques and well developed communication skills are required for dealing with others. The work requires light physical exertion. The work environment involves hazards, risks or discomforts typical of working with or around machinery with exposed moving parts, irritant chemicals, heavy equipment or abusive or hostile clientele and patients. Exposure to disagreeable weather conditions and extreme levels of temperature, ventilation, lighting and sound are normal. Protective clothing or gear and specific safety standards or procedures may be required.
Serious injury is possible.
Involves functional leadership responsibility. This level may also involve limited administrative responsibility such as participating in the evaluation of work performance. Distinguishing Features Differs from the Social Worker class which provides for performance of a variety of casework services. Differs from the Social Work Supervisor class which provides for direct supervision of social workers. Mentors social workers in integrating theoretical social work knowledge with application as practiced in the agency.