Social Worker, Basic Needs Liaison, Santa Rosa/Public Safety/Shone Farm

Santa Rosa Junior College

Salary: $7,766.00 - $9,439.00 Monthly

Job Type:

Job Number: 21-01245

Location: Sonoma County, CA

Department: Student Services

Closing: 12/5/2023 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
FILING DEADLINE: December 5th, 2023
It is the candidate's responsibility to be sure that ALL required materials are submitted by the filing deadline to be given consideration.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Salary Range: $7,766.00 - $9,439.00 per month (23/24 Classified Salary Schedule); maximum initial placement at mid-range, which is $8,561 per month (placement within this range is based on assessment of previous experience as documented in application materials).
• Fringe Benefits: The District offers a competitive health & benefits package for employees and eligible dependents. You can learn more on our https://hr.santarosa.edu/benefits.
• Leave/Holiday time: Full-time classified Unit members earn 8 hours of sick leave and start off accruing hours of vacation for each month worked (accrual rate increases after third year of employment and rates are pro-rated for part-time employees). Employees are also compensated for holidays recognized by the District (17 holidays/year, pro-rated for part-time employees).

SCOPE OF POSITION:
Under general direction, participates in the implementation of system of service delivery that is responsive to California Community College, local, state and federal initiatives aimed at removing barriers and improving student access and success; supports the targeted populations by linking them to support programs, public resources, community organizations and regional support services for basic needs.

This is a regular, full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-months per year, classified position. The tentative work schedule will be Monday through Friday from 8:00am - 5:00pm. This position is contingent upon funding and Board approval.

ABOUT SRJC:
Santa Rosa Junior College has been an integral part of the Sonoma County community and its rich history, beauty and culture for more than 100 years. Many of SRJC's students are drawn to the college for its academic excellence, superb faculty and staff, comprehensive student services and beautiful grounds. SRJC's mission is to passionately cultivate learning through the creative, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, aesthetic and ethical development of our diverse community. At SRJC, we value learning that includes:

• Excellent and innovative instruction and support services;
• A learning- and learner-centered environment;
• A welcoming physical environment;
• Equity-minded faculty and staff with a caring and supportive attitude among faculty and staff;
• Access to programs and courses that lead to transfer and/or gainful employment.
• Access to lifelong learning opportunities

In 2021, SRJC served approximately 21,000 students each semester and is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism. SRJC is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), reflecting the great responsibility that the College has to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community. We also support diverse learning communities including, APASS, HSI Connections, Puente, Umoja. SRJC received the INSIGHT Into Diversity Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award for the past three consecutive years and SRJC was the only California Community College recipient of this award. This award recognizes colleges and universities that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion. The ideal candidate will share SRJC's commitment to be an inclusive, diverse and sustainable learning community that engages the whole person.

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Essential Functions

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Examples of key duties are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature. Incumbents routinely perform approximately 80% of the duties below.

• Develops and facilitates intake, case management, referral interventions, and resource delivery systems that increase the success of under-resourced targeted populations.
• Performs data collection, reporting, and analysis in collaboration with Institutional Research to assess community needs and program efficacy; tracks student progress and maintains records.
• Collaborates with District-wide programs for students aimed at meeting basic needs, increasing student success and retention, including transportation, food and housing.
• Provide appropriate and relevant support groups for targeted populations to provide student connections and mentoring opportunities.
• Maintains and utilizes data management systems to comply with local, state and federal reporting and contractual requirements.
• Provides guidance and crisis intervention to assist students in meeting their academic and career goals.
• Collaborates with community partners to increase access and utilization of public benefits, support services.
• Interprets and implements Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA).
• May train and supervise student and short-term, non-continuing employees.
ABILITY TO:
Develop effective programs and services related to basic needs initiatives; track, compile and analyze statistical information; prepare and present reports and information to individuals and groups; interpret and apply policies, procedures, rules and regulations; plan and coordinate events and activities; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; exercise appropriate judgement in interactions with others and with work processes; interact with the public in a helpful, courteous and professional manner; collaborate productively and cooperatively with individuals and groups both internally and/or externally; and demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for, a diverse population.

KNOWLEDGE OF:
Student security and privacy requirements, Student Success Act of 2012, HIPPA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996) and Title 5 regulations, and marginalized and/or vulnerable populations; principles of human services and/or social work in an educational setting; applicable technology usage, including standard office productivity software and other appropriate technology; and philosophy and implementation of student services programs.

Minimum Qualifications
Candidates/incumbents must meet the minimum qualifications as detailed below, or file for equivalency. Equivalency decisions are made on the basis of a combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities. If requesting consideration on the basis of equivalency, an Equivalency Application is required at the time of interest in a position (equivalency decisions are made by Human Resources, in coordination with the department where the vacancy exists, if needed.)

EDUCATION:
Master's Degree in Social Work required.

EXPERIENCE:
2+ years of experience with targeted populations and basic needs programs, non-clinical social work, and human services.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Position requires frequent travel to various area community organizations.
• Must be able to perform physical activities such as, but not limited to, lifting items (up to 50 lbs. unassisted), bending, standing, climbing or walking.

PREFERRED:

• Bi-lingual Spanish/English.
• Knowledge of physical and mental health care issues, treatments, and resources.

SANTA ROSA JUNIOR COLLEGE COMMITMENT:
All classified job descriptions require a commitment to the District's Vision, Mission, Values, Goals and Objectives as articulated in the Strategic Plan.

Application Procedures

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must provide the following:

• A completed Santa Rosa Junior College/GovernmentJobs.com Employment Application and responses to Agency-wide Questions. Please note resumes are not a substitute for completing the "Work Experience" section of the employment application. Applications will be considered incomplete if no work experience is listed, or if other required application fields are missing or incomplete.
• Contact information (phone number and email address) for three professional references.
• A brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position, including how you meet the minimum and preferred requirements and are qualified to perform the essential functions as listed in this section of the job posting.
• Current Resume.
• If applicable, copies of transcripts of all college-level coursework, including confirmation of degrees. If selected for the position, official transcripts must be submitted prior to employment. Unofficial copies (both sides) will be accepted if the unofficial document includes a seal, watermark, or other proof that the document was provided by an educational institution.
• If transcripts are from an institution outside of the United States, applicants must provide a formal evaluation of their foreign degree(s) at the time of application. http://hr.santarosa.edu/how-qualify

• If you do not possess minimum qualifications as noted under the Minimum Qualifications Section of the job posting, you must complete and attach the https://hr.santarosa.edu/sites/hr.santarosa.edu/files/ClassEquivAppfinal.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/ and supporting documents, including narrative synopsis, to your employment application in order to be considered.
PLEASE SUBMIT ONLY MATERIALS REQUESTED.
Following the filing deadline, applications which are complete for screening will be reviewed by a screening committee. Approximately 2-4 weeks after the filing deadline, Human Resources will notify you whether or not you have been selected for an interview. Those applicants most suitably qualified for the position will be invited to interview with a Screening Committee.

If you are in need of special services or facilities due to a disability in order to apply or interview for this opening, please contact the Human Resources Department.

MORE ABOUT SRJC HUMAN RESOURCES
BUSSMAN HALL ANNEX
MAILING ADDRESS: 1501 Mendocino Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
PHONE: (707) 527-4954
EMAIL: Please contact Jamie Cook at mailto:jcook@santarosa.edu

The office is located in the Bussman Building on the Santa Rosa campus. All documents included in your online employment application become the property of the District. Your employment application for this opening will not automatically be considered for future openings. New employment application(s) must be submitted for each opening.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (Prior to beginning employment):

• In accordance with Federal Law, all employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Successful candidates will be extended a conditional job offer and will be required to undergo background screening prior to their first day of employment in order for an individual assessment to be conducted prior to commencing employment. Candidates must be fingerprinted in California and have background clearance (at applicant's expense);
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination as a condition of employment (at the District's expense). Candidates selected for the position will need to successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination as a condition of employment.
• Must take a Tuberculosis (TB) test (once hired and every four years thereafter).
• Within 6 months of employment, must complete required District trainings such as Title IX, Mandated Reporter.
Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Jeanne Clery Disclosure)
Sonoma County Junior College District's annual security report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Sonoma County Junior College District; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. https://police.santarosa.edu/. Paper copies of the full report are available upon request by contacting Police Department Records at (707) 527-4963 or by visiting the Sonoma County Junior College District Police Department located at 2032 Armory Drive, Pedroncelli Center, Santa Rosa Campus.

Non Discrimination
The Sonoma County Junior College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnic group identification, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic condition, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or sexual orientation in any of its policies, procedures or practices; nor does the District discriminate against any employees or applicants for employment on the basis of their age. This non- discrimination policy covers admission, access and treatment in District programs and activities-- including but not limited to academic admissions, financial aid, educational services and athletics--and application for District employment.

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VISION: Santa Rosa Junior College commits to setting the standard in cultivating an accessible, open, barrier-free, sustainable environment for students, employees, and the community. The college envisions equitable, impactful, transformative, enriching, and holistic learning opportunities that inspire our students to thrive.

MISSION: Santa Rosa Junior College transforms the lives of our culturally rich student body, employees, and community by cultivating a welcoming and antiracist environment, centered on social responsibility and cultural awareness. We offer exceptional teaching and learning in support of associate degree, certificate, transfer preparation, workforce preparation and community education programs, integrated with comprehensive student support services.

• We focus on student learning by preparing students for transfer; by providing responsive career and technical education; and by improving students' foundational skills.
• We provide a comprehensive range of student development programs and services that support student success and enrich student lives.
• We support the economic vitality, social equity and environmental stewardship of our region.
• We promote personal and professional growth and cultivate joy at work and in lifelong learning.
• We foster critical and reflective civic engagement and thoughtful participation in diverse local and global communities.
• We regularly assess, self-reflect, adapt, and continuously improve.

Equal Employment Opportunity
SRJC attracts and retains the most qualified faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. This is achieved through an inclusive recruitment strategy and a rigorous, thorough hiring process that begins with the fair and consistent evaluation of each application for minimum qualifications and demonstrated skills specific to each position/assignment. Because the ability to serve students from broad cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds and genders is a key commitment of the District mission, SRJC actively encourages applications from candidates who recognize the value that diversity brings to a professional educational community.

The Sonoma County Junior College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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