Health & Human Services Program Manager

Placer County · United States

This is a challenging and rewarding career opportunity for a dynamic and well organized individual interested in serving the community as a Health and Human Services Program Manager in the Human Services Division. This position may supervise multiple Human Services and Housing programs, training and development, and interface with multiple county divisions to help individuals achieve self-sufficiency. This position reports to the Human Services Assistant Program Director.

The position oversees the CalWORKs Cash Programs units, the Business Advantage Network (BAN) unit and the CalWORKs Employment Services unit. BAN works closely with the County Executive Office (CEO) - Office of Economic Development. CalWORKs is responsible for the timely determination of cash benefits and referral to services that promote self-sufficiency. BAN represents both Human Services and the Office of Economic Development in a variety of workforce development functions and participates in many public events, with frequent contact from the CEOs office, other county departments, businesses, government agencies, and residents. Employment Services works with customers to achieve career and education goals and with the BAN unit in connecting CalWORKs recipients with employment. The position leads program staff engaging customers to access critical resources and services, including housing, education, and training.

Minimum Qualifications:

It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below.

Experience and Training Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

• Experience: Five years of increasingly responsible clinical and/or administrative experience in a health or human services or environmental health agency, including at least two years of supervisory responsibility.
• Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Designated positions may require major course work in specified and concentrated areas of study.

NOTE: Relevant, equivalent experience (performing the same or similar job requiring similar knowledge, skills, and abilities) may be substituted for the required education as determined by the Human Resources Department.

NOTE: Applicants receiving their degree outside the United States must submit proof of accreditation by a recognized evaluation agency.

Required License or Certificate:

• Designated positions may require possession of a specific license to perform and/or oversee regulatory or clinical functions in the State of California.
• May need to possess a valid driver's license as required by the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.