Human Services Social Worker

POSITION:Human Services Social WorkerSCHEDULE: Full TimeLOCATION: Carson City, Nevada, USASALARY:Employer-Paid PERS Retirement:$33.6210 - $47.0694 hourly / $69,931.68 - $97,904.30 annuallyEmployee/Employer-Paid PERS Retirement:$40.5599 - $56.7839 hourly / $84,364.54 - $118,110.46 annuallyTO APPLY:Direct Link: Page: note, employers may close jobs on the website at any time.SUMMARY:This is a full-time, FLSA non-exempt position with Carson City Health and Human Services, located in Carson City, NV.Under general supervision, performs routine to complex professional level casework in various social services programs.MINIMUM/PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:Education and Experience:Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in social services, marriage and family therapy, counseling, psychology or a closely related fieldandlicense to practice in the State of Nevada as a Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist.REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:- Nevada drivers license.- Must possess a valid license as a Social Worker in the State of Nevada at time of appointment.Required Knowledge and SkillsKnowledge of:- Principles and practices of social work; methods and techniques related to professional social work.- Basic crisis intervention and counseling techniques.- Basic community resources and programs available to clients with identified needs; basic laws, codes, and regulations related to the work.- Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and record keeping principles and practices.- Business arithmetic.- Correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.- Computer applications related to the work.- Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained.- Communicating effectively in oral and written forms.Skill in:- Maintaining accurate records and files related to work performed.- Interpreting, applying and explaining applicable laws, codes, and regulations.- Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.- Making accurate arithmetic calculations.- Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.- Communicating public health issues clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.- Organizing, planning, and coordinating a variety of programs and activities.- Educating the public on a variety of health care and social related issues.- Speaking effectively before large and small groups of all ages.- Demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.- Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.Conducts casework interviews with clients, family members, service providers, and others to obtain information for formulating program/service eligibility and case status.Identifies social, economic and physical needs of cli

Created: 2025-12-04