community services counselor - Gretna, United States - Jefferson Parish, LA

Description

Salary: $30,182.00 Annually

Location : Parish Wide - Jefferson Parish, LA

Job Type: Permanent

Job Number: R

Department: Jefferson Community Actions Programs - CSBG 1020

Division: CSBG Neighborhood Service Center

Opening Date: 03/22/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Purpose of Announcement

EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE DEPARTMENT OF JEFFERSON COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMS.

This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in various Departments as they occur.
Kind of Work

Maintains an awareness of community needs and assists in planning and implementing community action activities and other special projects. Maintains a roster of resource agencies and organizations within the community, informs residents of these agencies and services and performs other duties to involve community personnel and places of business to alleviate personal and community problems. Maintains work records and makes reports to professional staff members indicative of changes in the status of the community and community residents. Become familiar with requirements of all programs offered by JEFFCAP to qualify clients who seek services. Sets up appointments with clients applying for various programs offered. Conducts interviews with clients to determine their needs. Reviews JEFFCAP offerings to determine what help is immediately available and processes accordingly. Prepares monthly report of activity undertake and activities completed. Prepares income tax form for clients. Oversees community activities that are held at the center. Position requires driving of a personal vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and personal automobile with minimum liability insurance available for business use (business travel is reimbursed on a mileage basis) will be given preference.

Note: Applicants proficient in English and Spanish (i.e., fluent in both languages) are encouraged to apply.
Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination

Meets one of the following three options:

I. Possession of a Bachelor's degree (or higher) from an accredited college or university in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, or a related behavioral science.

OR

II. Possession of an Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, or a related behavioral science; plus, at least two (2) years of work experience providing guidance or counseling to families/individuals seeking assistance from government-funded community services programs.

OR

III. Possession of an Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in any field of study; plus, at least three (3) years of work experience providing guidance or counseling to families/individuals seeking assistance from government-funded community services programs.

Proof of education in the form of a college transcript or diploma that states the specific major is required and must be submitted at the time of application or immediately thereafter.

Kind of Examination

(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)
The examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, an oral panel interview or any combination thereof. Acceptable applicants will be notified of the time, date, and place of any assembled testing. Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification and the Personnel Department reserves the right to determine the quality and quantity of education and experience claimed for credit.

POSTING NO: R
DATE: 06/27/08
AMENDED: 07/02/21
RE-OPENED: 03/22/24

Applications may be filed online at OR either of the office addresses below:

Application Offices

East Jefferson: Room 206, 12221 Elmwood Park Blvd. Jefferson, LA 70123

West Jefferson: Suite 3100, 200 Derbigny St. Gretna, LA 70053

JEFFERSON PARISH CIVIL SERVICE BENEFITS

Vacation (Annual Leave)
Employees accumulate one half day of paid vacation for every two weeks worked.
Leave accrual rates increase with years of service. Any unused annual leave is
usually paid upon separation from Parish Employment.

Sick Leave
Employees accumulate one half day of paid sick leave for every two weeks worked.
Sick leave is available for personal illness, injury or medical consultations.

Holidays
Nine paid official holidays are observed, plus any holidays declared by Parish Officials.

Life Insurance
All regular employees receive a life insurance policy equal to one year's salary.
Extra insurance may be purchased.

Medical Insurance
An HMO medical insurance plan is avalable for employees and their
dependents. Jefferson Parish pays 80% of the premium for employees and 50% of
the premiums for dependents.

A Flexible Benefits Plan
Employees have the opportunity to save money by paying for health
insurance and optional insurance with pre-tax dollars. A Flexible Savings
Account for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care is also available.

Retirement
Most regular employees belong to the Parochial Employees' Retirement
System instead of the Social Security System. For employees hired after
January 01, 2007, a pension calculated at 3% of salary per year of service
is provided upon retirement at age 67 with 7 years of service, age 62 with
10 years of service, or age 55 with 30 years of service.

Tenure Payment
Employees are paid $25 per year of service in December of each year.
Employees must have worked two years before the first check is paid.

Deferred Compensation Plan(457b plan)
Similar to 401K programs, the 457b Deferred Plan allows employees to defer
up to $14,000 of pretax income each year to supplement retirement savings.
Pre-tax contributions can be cashed in upon retirement or termination without
penalty. This plan is provided by Nationwide Retirement Solutions

Special leaves of absence for military service, maternity leave, etc.
may be granted in accordance with the Personnel Rules.

01

The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to complete these questions so that we may initially determine your eligibility for this position. A lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. This means you will be ineligible for further consideration in this recruitment process. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

02

Select the option that describes your highest level of education.

• Some High School
• High School Diploma/GED Certificate
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctor of Philosophy

03

Do you possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, or a related behavioral science?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess an Associate's degree in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, or a related behavior science?

• Yes
• No

05

The Jefferson Parish Personnel Department must verify all educational credentials. For College Education, you must provide your official college transcripts and/or original college diploma. For High School Education, you must provide your original high school diploma or transcript. If you are claiming any additional educational credits or licenses on your application, please submit original, official proof of those credentials as well. To expedite the hiring process, we suggest you begin the process of obtaining this information IMMEDIATELY. For college transcripts, the College or University may mail them to: Jefferson Parish Personnel Department Attn: Recruitment Division 200 Derbigny St., Suite 3100 Gretna, LA 70053 OR The College or University may email the official transcripts to For college and/or high school diplomas, the original, official diploma must be brought into one of the Personnel Offices. Failure to submit Official Transcripts/Diplomas will result in the rejection of your application. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

06

How many years of work experience do you have providing guidance or counseling to families/individuals seeking assistance from government-funded community services programs?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years tol ess than 5 years
• 5 years or more

07

Describe your work experience providing guidance or counseling to families/individuals seeking assistance from government-funded community services programs. Please be sure to include when and where the experience was obtained and the job duties performed.

08

Are you proficient in English and Spanish (i.e., fluent in both languages)?

• Yes
• No

Required Question