Social Services Practitioner I - Per Diem

Social Services Practitioner I - Per Diem

Salary

$31.94 Hourly

Location

Riverside

Job Type

Per-Diem

Job Number

26-57738-01TBA

Department

Office on Aging

Division

Office On Aging - Title III

Opening Date

09/08/2026

Closing Date

9/14/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

• Description
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• Questions

For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The County of Riverside Temporary Assignment Program is seeking a Social Services Practitioner I- Per Diem to support the Office of Aging Department located in Riverside.

The incumbent in the position will provide initial client assessment through telephone contact and communicate with other Social Services Practitioner staff to carry out client service plans. The incumbent will perform home visits with clients to provide further assessment and application assistance for Social Services Programs.

Competitive candidates will have experience working with adult or homeless populations, can work independently, and are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Bilingual in Spanish is required and will be required to pass bilingual exam.

Meet the Team!

The Riverside County Office on Aging is authorized by the Older Americans Act and the Older Californians Act. The department is charged with developing a system of care that offers safety net services for vulnerable older persons and adults with disabilities.

About TAP

The Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) recruits and hires temporary employees for all County departments. TAP assignments are a great way to learn about working for the County while working on a temporary, at-will basis.

Click here to learn more about TAP:https://rc-hr.com/temporary-medical-assignment-program-tapmap

TAP Benefits: https://rc-hr.com/files/users/user116/COR_2026_TAP_Guide_FINAL.pdf

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Provide case management services to Riverside County residents age 60 and older who are requesting assistance with service connections, community resources, benefits, or stabilization services to support their ability to remain safely and independently in their homes.
• Conduct home visits and maintain regular telephone contact with clients to assess needs and provide ongoing support.
• Assist clients with accessing community resources and applying for benefits and services, including Medi-Cal, CalFresh, IHSS, and Social Security.
• Assist clients with accessing available services through their health plans and coordinating referrals when appropriate.
• Screen clients for eligibility and access to internal agency services.
• Provide service navigation, advocacy, and resource coordination based on individual client needs.
• Complete accurate and timely data entry, documentation, and case organization

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree in social welfare, social or behavioral sciences, social/human services, counseling, or a closely related field to the assignment.

Knowledge of: Socioeconomic conditions and trends; basic principles of individual and group behavior; general trends and current issues in the field of social services; principles of interviewing and problem solving methodology; methods of identification, analysis, and resolution of social casework problems; social service research methods; principles and techniques of social work, and the functions of public social services agencies; basic public social services programs available at the state and local levels; general principles of public assistance policies and programs; laws, rules, and regulations governing the operation of public social services agencies; specialized aid programs; basic computer skills.

Ability to: Understand and learn programs, policies, and procedures; obtain and recognize relevant and significant facts; speak and write effectively; establish and maintain effective working relationships; establish and maintain client rapport; input and retrieve data from computerized systems.

Other Requirements

License: Possession of a valid California Drivers License is necessary at the time of hire and must be maintained throughout employment. County vehicles may be available but are not guaranteed. Employees may be required to use their own vehicle for field travel. Mileage reimbursement is available when using a personal vehicle for County business.

Examination: All candidates will be required to pass a basic skills examination prior to being considered for any Social Services Practitioner I position.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

For specific questions regarding this position, contact Brian Arcinas at (951) 955 5897 or barcinas@rivco.org. Please allow up to 2 business days to receive a response.

BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.

If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veterans Preference

The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouses death certificate, a letter of spouses disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veterans Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies

Reasonable Accommodations

The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability

Work Location and Telework

In-person attendance is the standard work expectation for County of Riverside assignments. Certain assignments may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule; however, telework arrangements are subject to management approval, operational needs, and/or may be modified or discontinued at any time. Employees who telework are expected to be able to report to their assigned worksite on short notice or as operational needs require. Unless otherwise specified for a particular position, employees are expected to reside in California following appointment. Limited exceptions may apply. Applicants should contact the assigned recruiter for additional information regarding work location expectations, telework eligibility, and residency requirements.

Proof of Education

If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period

As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information

Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veterans preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com.

If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.

BENEFIT PROGRAM: TMP

SEIU Per Diem employees participate in the 401(a) Temporary and Part-Time Employees Retirement Plan and are required to contribute 3.75% of salary to the pension plan. The County contributes a matching amount.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here.

01

What is the highest level of education you have from an accredited college or university in psychology, sociology, social welfare, or other behavioral science?

• None of these
• Less than 30 semester or 45 quarter units
• At least 30 semester or 45 quarter units
• At least 60 semester or 90 quarter units
• At least 90 semester or 135 quarter unites
• At least 120 semester or 180 units
• I have my Associates degree
• I have my Bachelors degree
• I have my Masters degree
• I have my Doctorate degree

02

Do you fluently speak and write in Spanish?

• Yes
• No

03

How many years of case management experience do you have working in a providing intakes with social services programs?

• 6 months or more but less than 1 year
• 1 year or more but less than 2
• 2 years or more but less than 3
• 3 years or more but less than 4
• 4 years or more but less than 5
• 5 years or more

04

How many years of experience do you have working in a call center environment, receiving a large volume of requests by telephone?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 3 years
• 3 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

05

This position requires that you make home visits to individuals to provide assistance, answer questions, and assess other needs in the home living site; are you able and willing to perform these duties?

• Yes
• No

06

How many years of work experience do you have performing a variety of office support duties such as typing correspondence and/or email, data entry, record keeping, filing, answering and/or routing calls, or similar activities?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 3 years
• 3 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

07

Do you have professional experience working with older adult and/or retired population?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer County of Riverside

Address County Admin. Center P.O. Box 1569

4080 Lemon St., 7th floor

Riverside, California, 92502-1569

Phone Contact Recruiter for Job Information

Website http://www.rc-hr.com