Social Worker II Trainee - Black Infant Health



Job Details

Social Worker II Trainee - Black Infant Health

This listing closes on 4/25/2025 at 5:00 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana.

Employer

San Bernardino County

Salary

$49,067.20 - $65,852.80 Annually

Location

San Bernardino, CA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

25-19611BIH-02

Department

Public Health

Opening Date

04/12/2025

Closing Date

4/25/2025 at 5:00 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana

The Job

Recruitment banner for [Social Worker II] and SB County Logo with [photo of a mothers and children] in background.

The Department of Public Health (DPH), Black Infant Health Program (BIH) is recruiting for Social Worker II Trainees who provide complex social work services to assist individuals or families in enhancing their capacity for social functioning and assist in developing social service resources. Trainees work under close supervision while acquiring the necessary skills and experience to qualify for promotion to Social Worker II. The BIH Program provides culturally relevant, client-centered, strength-based and cognitive skill building services to eligible African-American participants for improving maternal and child health.

Duties for the Social Worker II include but are not limited to:
  • Responsible for providing social service case management to clients.
  • Responsible for the management, facilitation, and organization of the group intervention with another group facilitator.
  • Maintains awareness and familiarity with local community and social services for client referrals.
  • Responsible for the development of a life plan that is on-going throughout the intervention.
  • Coordinates and consults with group facilitators to ensure that case management goals are linked to group sessions goals. 

Vacancies exist in San Bernardino, Fontana, and Rialto. 

For more detailed information, refer to the Social Worker II Trainee job description. 
 
Applications are also being accepted for Social Worker II, which requires a separate application. Applicants are encouraged to consider applying for both levels, as appropriate.
 
Within a culturally affirming environment and honoring the our unique history, the Black Infant Health (BIH) Program uses a group-based approach with complementary client-centered case management to help women develop life skills, learn strategies for reducing stress, and build social support. BIH participants participate in weekly group sessions, supported by one-to-one case management, designed to help access their own strengths and set health-promoting goals for themselves and their babies. 

          
Icons of employee benefits: Paid Time Off, Health & Wellness, Work Life Balance, Career Growth, Development, and Retirement.
HEALTH BENEFITS
PAID TIME OFF
RETIREMENT PERKS
  • Medical & Dental: Family Coverage
  • Vision: Employee Coverage
  • Premium subsidies to offset health costs
  • Flexible Spending Account: Pre-tax account for qualified healthcare expenses
  • Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option
  • 11 days accruable sick leave
  • 15 paid holidays
  • Perfect Attendance Leave
  • Flexible work schedules (in some departments)
  • Generous pension
  • Retirement reciprocity may be available!
  • 457(b) Deferred Compensation
  • Retirement Medical Trust (RMT)
DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - 529 Savings Plan - Short & Long-Term Disability 
Wellness Program - Commuter Services - Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement



CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
 
Incumbents must be able to visit clients in their homes, in the field, and other settings to perform complete assessments of risk factors, and be able to visually observe injuries and the client's environment as mandated by the State. 

Travel:  Travel throughout the County is required. A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Proof of automobile liability insurance and clean driving record must be maintained. (Mileage reimbursement is available at current IRS rates). 
 
Availability: This position may require occasional evening or weekend hours, travel within or outside of the County for multi-day trainings, conferences, and other meetings related to your role of Social Worker II. Make sure to indicate a willingness to work these alternate schedules on your application.

Promotion: Incumbents in the class of Social Worker II Trainee are eligible for promotion to Social Worker II  upon completing the trainee period and receipt of a satisfactory Work Performance Evaluation. Incumbents must be promoted within twelve (12) months of hire or be terminated.

Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of completed college coursework, half of which must be upper division, in behavioral science, psychology, sociology, social services, human services, behavioral anthropology, gerontology, cultural and gender studies, or human development. (Note: Candidates with degree titles not specified above (e.g. Criminal Justice, Political Science, etc.) may be considered but must provide coursework for review.) 
 
Required DocumentationA list of completed coursework or copies of transcripts must be submitted with the application unless the applicant possesses a bachelor's degree (or is within 90 days of degree completion) in one of the specified areas listed above. Job offers may be made contingent upon degree completion; verification of qualifications will be required prior to hire. Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. BSW/MSW degrees or coursework must be approved by the Council on Social Work Education.
 
Degrees or coursework completed outside of the U.S. must be accompanied by an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service indicating equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Proof of the required completed coursework and/or degree(s) will be required at the time of the interview.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge, understanding and respect of the values, beliefs and unique needs of African-American women and the African-American community. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, and socio-cultural experiences. Further, it is imperative that the candidate fully embraces and supports the BIH Governing Concepts of cultural competence, client-centered, strength-based, and cognitive skill building approaches.  

Selection Process

There will be an online examination which will consist of an evaluation of knowledge and skills on the following topics:
  • Social Work Methods and Practices
  • Customer Service/Interpersonal Skills
  • Interviewing/Non-clinical Counseling
Application Procedure
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the posted deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.  

If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans' Preference:
Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information (Download PDF).

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.

Administrative Services Unit

The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents.  These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

For a summary of benefits, please click here.

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/.

 

01
Bachelor's Degree Status: Specify if you have completed a degree in a qualifying area or are within 90 days of completion.
  • I have completed a qualifying Bachelor's degree.
  • I am within 90 days of completing a Bachelor's degree in a qualifying area.
  • None of the above.
02
Qualifying Bachelor's Degree Title: Indicate your specific Bachelor's or graduate degree title below. If your specific degree title is not listed or you are not within 90 days of degree completion, be sure to include a list of completed coursework or attach a copy of transcripts.
  • BSW: Social Work/Social Welfare program at a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
  • Behavioral Science
  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Human Services/Social Services
  • Behavioral Anthropology
  • Gerontology
  • Cultural Studies
  • Gender Studies
  • Human Development
  • N/A
03
Upper Division Coursework: Do you possess at least fifteen (15) semester (23 quarter) units of upper division coursework (300 level coursework or higher) in one of the qualifying fields of study as required?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Coursework: If you are not within 90 days of completing a degree, or do not have a degree in a qualifying area, list your completed college coursework. Be sure to list at least 30 semester/45 quarter units (half upper division) of coursework in one of the qualifying fields of study as required. Include the following: Name of School, Course Title, Course Number, Number of Units, and Type of Units (semester or quarter). Copies of transcripts may be attached to your online application in lieu of listing coursework.
05
Coursework Review: If you are not within 90 days of completing a degree, or do not have a degree in a qualifying area, indicate how you are submitting your coursework for review.
  • I have attached a copy of my transcripts.
  • I have provided a list of coursework above.
06
Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
  • I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above.
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  • I understand
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Applicant's Acknowledgement - Application complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
  • I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.

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San Bernardino County
Phone
(909) 387-8304
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Website
http://www.sbcounty.gov/jobs
Address
175 West Fifth Street, 1st Floor

San Bernardino, California, 92415-0440

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