Outreach Assistant I - EPT

Job Description:

Outreach Assistant I - EPT

Description

Description

Do you have the desire to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and diverse community? Join a collaborative workforce committed to serving the City of Irvine.

The purpose of positions in this class is to provide outreach and care management services to individuals in need and their families by assessing participant needs, providing information and referrals on resources, determining participants' qualification for various available programs, and developing, coordinating and monitoring care plans.

The work typically is performed under the supervision of clinically licensed staff in higher classifications.

This position is Extended Part-time with a schedule requirement of up to 32 hours per week.

Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

• Bachelor's degree in social work, gerontology, human services, social ecology, marriage and family counseling or closely related field and two (2) years of experience in social work outreach or counseling or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.
  
• Possession of a valid California driver license.
  
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, First Aid/CPR/AED certification within three months of employment.
  

Desired Qualifications

• License in Clinical Social Work or Marriage/Family Therapy
  
• Graduate level experience and education
  
  

Best Fit

• Understanding of human behavior, communication, and cultural/spiritual influences in social work.
  
• Proficient in assessment, crisis intervention, counseling, support group facilitation, and community collaboration.
  
• Maintains strict confidentiality in managing participant information and care.
  
• Sensitive to diverse family dynamics and mental health challenges that affect service access.
  
• Effective oral/written communicator; collaborates well with staff, agencies, and service providers.
  
• Able to analyze complex social and economic issues and apply problem-solving strategies.
  
• Skilled in synthesizing assessments to make appropriate referrals and service matches.
  
• Exercises sound judgment and remain calm and decisive in emergencies.
  

Your Team

The City Manager's Office manages the activities and operations of the City, ensuring the provision of exceptional quality services. As a Council-Manager form of government, the City Manager's Office is responsible for the implementation of policy decisions established by the Irvine City Council. The City Manager's Office includes legislative support, budget development and strategic planning, economic development, social services, and legal service functions of the City.
The Mission of the Employees of the City of Irvine is to create and maintain a community where people can live, work, and play in an environment that is safe, vibrant, and aesthetically pleasing. We are one team that exists to serve our community in the continual pursuit of a City that offers an exceptional quality of life. The City of Irvine’s five values of Humility, Innovation, Empathy, Passion, and Integrity reflect the interests and needs of the community, and the level of service they expect and desire. We are One Irvine through embrace of a team-oriented approach by living our values every day.

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The Process

Interview: After a thorough review of applications, those candidates deemed most qualified as reflected in their application will be invited to an interview.

Background Check : A thorough background investigation will be conducted prior to appointment.

Medical Examination: A medical examination will be conducted, including a drug/alcohol screening and proof of a negative TB test to ensure the ability to perform assigned duties. Any applicant who tests positive or tampers with evidence shall be disqualified from consideration.

Future Vacancies: This recruitment may be used to fill future positions in similar and/or lower classifications within the organization.

Part-time employees are employed "at will" and their services can be discontinued without cause.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation.



Closing Date/Time: 7/21/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$23.28 - $30.95 Hourly