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CHICO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR
OPEN AND PROMOTIONAL COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION
Salary Range: $18.31-$22.24/hour + longevity steps.
Salary Placement: Employment is at the first step for new employees. The Human Resources Office determines promotional employees’ step placement.
GENERAL INFORMATION & INSTRUCTIONS:
A. Apply on-line at www.EdJoin.org or pick up a job announcement and instructions on how to apply on-line in the lobby of CUSD Administration Building, 1163 E. 7th Street, Chico, CA.
B. Read the job announcement prior to completing the application form.
C. To claim Veterans’ credit on open entry-level exams, you must submit a copy of your DD214. Those claiming disability Veterans’ credit must include evidence of current receipt of disability benefit by the closing date for filing applications.
D. KEEP THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT! If you have not received notification for any part of the exam by the day prior to the date announced, call the Classified Human Resources Office at (530) 891-3000, extension 20109.
E. Complete all parts of the application. Any requested attachments must be received by 4:30 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications are not accepted.
THE POSITION
The District is establishing an eligible list for TARGETED CASE MANAGER - BILINGUAL (Hmong/English). The eligible list resulting from this recruitment will be used to fill openings in this class for up to 6 months. Substitutes to work on an on-call, as needed basis for regular employees will be selected from the established eligible list. Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be: One year of case management experience, ability to speak and translate from and to English and Hmong, and a valid driver’s license is required. Coursework in the areas of social work, liberal studies, or Early Childhood Education preferred. A copy of a valid driver’s license must be submitted with the application. All persons interested in this position and who meet job related and essential qualifications are encouraged to apply. CUSD is an affirmative action employer and will not discriminate against employees or discriminate in employment of classified personnel with regard to age, ancestry, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, military and veteran status, national origin, physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, race, religious creed, sex, or sexual orientation of any person. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION AND CERTIFICATION
The examination consists of an evaluation of the application for education and experience that pertains to job related and essential qualifications. The District will determine the top candidates based solely on the information submitted on the application.
Candidates in the top group will be invited to a Performance/Oral Exam (interview), weighted 50/50%, which evaluates both the ability to read, write and translate to and from English and Spanish and the knowledge and experience needed to perform the typical duties of the position. Successful promotional candidates will have ¼ point for each year of service up to a maximum of 5 points added to the final score.
APPLICATION/EXAMINATION DATES & CERTIFICATION
a. Closing date for filing applications: Wednesday, June 23, 2021, 11:45 PM
b. Date of performance/oral exam (personal interview): To Be Determined (during the day)
c. Certification shall be according to Merit System §1507.
d. Selection interviews will be scheduled as needed following the exam process.
JOB DESCRIPTION INFORMATION
DEFINITION
Under general supervision of a management employee, this position performs site and home-based case management services.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Exercises no supervision.
EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Works with the parents, both at school and in the home environment, to assist them with school problems, (academic, behavior, health and attendance), and family concerns whenever they can be of assistance.
May be required to adjust his/her schedule to include evening meetings.
Works with school personnel to determine needs of students to be served through Student Study Team involvement, parent/teacher conferences, and IEP meetings.
Attends regular staff meetings and workshops, as required.
Assists parents in accessing services, scheduling appointments, transportation.
Adjusts to flexible hours as needed for home visitations.
Maintain on-going and monthly case management reports, target case management logs, contact notes, development of family plans and individual health service plans.
Make home visits, as required.
Provide classroom support and student observations, as necessary.
Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, sentence structure and punctuation.
Modern office practices including computer equipment and applicable software.
Ability to:
Work effectively with parents and students of all socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds.
Accurately file and retrieve information.
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Compile records accurately, and to complete reports based upon information obtained.
Work in the home environment in instruction with literacy-based education and developmentally appropriate practices.
Establish, maintain and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with students, staff, parents and public.
Skill to:
Operate standard office machines including calculators, computers and copy machines.
Experience and Training:
Must have one year case management experience. Coursework in the areas of social work, liberal studies, or Early Childhood Education preferred.
License or Certificate:
Possession of a current valid driver’s license.
Special Requirements:
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
Ability to work in a standard office environment; ability to travel to different locations.
PC - October, 1997
PC Revised – 12/17/2001
EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION FOR BARGAINING UNIT CLASSIFICATIONS
The following employment information is a summary and is not intended to be all-inclusive. For specific details, see the Agreement between Chico Unified School District and the Chico Chapter #110, CSEA.
Vacation Credit shall be accrued 1 day/month for 0 4 full years of service. Beyond 4 years refer to agreement. Each employee who is in a paid status less than 1/2 of the workdays in any month shall accrue 1/2 of a full month's vacation credit. Each employee in a paid status for 1/2 or more of the workdays in any month shall accrue a full month's vacation credit.
Holidays Employees in a paid status the day before or after the holiday are entitled to holiday pay.
Health and Welfare Benefits Full-time employees of the District receive up to $1,170/month to be applied towards a health plan for themselves and dependents. Part-time employees are eligible with the cost pro-rated based upon hours worked. The District pays $119 toward the cost of the dental, and $15 toward the cost of the vision plan for employees (and dependents) that work 6 hours or more per day. Any employee working less than 6 hours may elect dental and/or vision coverage at his/her cost. A term life insurance plan is also provided by the District to full-time employees and is available for part-time employees. Part-time employees may have these costs pro-rated based upon hours worked. Dependents may be covered with term insurance at employee expense. Income protection insurance is paid by the District for all bargaining unit positions.
Sick Leave One day of sick leave is earned for each month worked, with unlimited accumulation.
Probationary Period All employees must serve a probationary period of six months in any classification for which they are hired, or which they transfer or promote into.
Retirement All employees assigned 4 or more hours/day must join Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) for which a deduction is made from their salary.
Social Security All classified employees are covered by Social Security and must contribute to the Social Security system.
Credit Unions There are credit unions available for membership by all classified employees.
Questions, contact: CUSD, 1163 E. 7th St., Chico, CA 95928 (530) 891 3221
TTY (530) 895-4030
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
JOB LINE = 530-891-3000 & PRESS 5-6
