PSD Program Generalist - Contract

Company: County of San Bernardino
Location: San Bernardino
Posted on: June 7, 2021

Job Description:

The Preschool Services Department (PSD) is recruiting for Program Generalists who determine eligibility for various Early Childhood Education (ECE) Programs and Identify and provide appropriate resources and /or referrals for the needs of children and their families participating, or seeking to participate, in the program.Program Generalists may also monitor adherence to state/federal guidelines and nutrition services.

The eligible list established from this recruitment will be usedto fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the County.

For more information,review the PSD Program Generalist job description.

These are contract positions to work 12 months per year.

BENEFITSINFORMATION

Clickhereto view the Preschool Services Department Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Refer to the PSD 12 Month Contract Benefits Summaryfor more information on the benefits package this employment opportunity has to offer.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

1)Pass a pre-employment physical including a tuberculosis test and required immunizations (SB792).

2)Travel throughout the County is required.A valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance is required at the time of hire for the person providing the transportation.

3) Incumbents may be assigned to work at any of the PSD school sites within the County.Preference for geographic location will be taken into consideration, whenever possible, depending upon staffing needs.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

Job offers are contingent upon passing a background investigation which includes a fingerprint check and search of the Child Abuse Index before appointment. If an individual has been convicted of a crime other than a minor traffic violation, the individual cannot work or be present in any community care facility unless they request and subsequently obtain a criminal record exemption from the Community Care Licensing Division, Caregiver Background Check Bureau (CBCB). With the exception of minor traffic violations, all convictions, including misdemeanors, felonies, and convictions occurring a long time ago, require an exemption. CBCB also examines arrest records to determine if there is a possible danger to clients. Crimes against children and convictions of a violent nature, such as sex offenses, murder, manslaughter, arson, and robbery are crimes for which an exemption cannot be issued. (Health & Safety Code section 1596.871) Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:

Possession of a completed Bachelor's degree, credential, or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or closely related field.

Note:Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.

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EXPERIENCE:

One (1) year of full-time equivalentpublic contact experience performing duties in any of the following areas listed below. Experience must be performed within a social services environment.

• determining eligibility for services
• referring for needed community resources
• interpreting, explaining, and applying rules and regulations
• interviewing and gathering financial, family or personal information from the public over the phone or in-person

(This experience must be clearly detailed in the Work Experience section of the Application and supplemental questionnaire.)

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION: A copy of legible transcripts (unofficial are acceptable) ANDdegree and/or certification MUSTbe attached to your application or submitted via fax to (909) 387-5819 Attn: PSD Program Generalist or email to employment@hr.sbcounty.gov Subject: PSD Program Generalist. Failure to provide the requested documents at the time of application submittal may result in disqualification of the application.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Proficient with case management database programs
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs
• Experience in a Head Start or State preschool setting
• Experience in an Early Childhood Education (ECE) program determining eligibility for State/Federal programs and providing family casework services
• Typing at a minimum corrected typing speed of 40 wpm.

Note: Spanish/English bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

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