Social Service Employment Placement Counselor

The Position

Bargaining Unit: Local 1021 - Social Services Rank & File Unit
Contra Costa County’s Employment and Human Services Department works diligently to provide the community with resources that support, protect, and empower individuals and families to achieve self-sufficiency. The department is committed to hiring candidates that share our core values of delivering an exceptional customer service experience, encouraging open communication, embracing change, practicing ethical behavior, and embracing diversity.

Join our Workforce Development Board Bureau and shape the future of employment
Are you passionate about workforce development, economic growth, and connecting job seekers with meaningful careers? The Workforce Development Board is seeking dedicated professionals to join our board and play a pivotal role in shaping local and regional employment strategies.

Employment and Human Services Department is recruiting to fill one (1) position for a Social Service Employment Placement Counselor.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Strong communication skills
• Knowledge of labor market and industry trends
• Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Relationship-building and networking skills

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Effectively conveying information to job seekers, employers, and stakeholders
• Keeping up with evolving skills demands in different industries
• Analyzing labor market information to make informed recommendations
• Connecting job seekers with employment opportunities
• Engaging with employers to understand hiring needs
• Identifying opportunities for training and employment

A few reasons you might love this job:

• Opportunity to make a real impact by supporting job placement, skills training, and career advancement
• Expansion of your professional network
• Influence on workforce development policies
• Improvement of workforce training and education

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• Skills gaps and workforce mismatches
• Labor shortages and workforce participation

To read the complete job description, please visit the website, www.cccounty.us/hr .

The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.

Minimum Qualifications

License Required: Candidates must possess and maintain throughout the duration of employment a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of state valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License will be accepted during the application process.

Education: Possession of a Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university with a major in sociology, psychology, social work, or a closely related field with an emphasis in vocational or rehabilitation counseling.

Experience: One year of full-time experience, in job placement, vocational training, counseling, or job solicitation, with direct responsibility for the job placement of youths or adults with employment related problems.

Substitution for Education: Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis up to a maximum of two years.

Selection Process

Application Filing: Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application. Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment processOnline Virtual Interview: Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an online interview. In the oral interview, candidates must achieve an average passing score of 70%. The interview will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the Social Service Employment Placement Counselor position. (Weighted 100%)

The online interview will be administered remotely using a computer or mobile device, such as a tablet. You will need access to a reliable internet connection, as well as a computer or mobile device with a camera.

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.
For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Flor Robb at frobb.robb @hrd.cccounty.us . For any technical issues, please contact the Government Jobs' applicant support team for assistance at + 1 855-524-5627.

CONVICTION HISTORY
After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

Closing Date/Time: 4/20/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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• Contra Costa County Human Resources Department

• 925-655-2100

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