Social Worker Trainee
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Job Description
Position/Program Information
- Type of Recruitment
We welcome applications from everyone.
When to ApplyWe will be accepting online applications fromTuesday June 24 2025 at 8:00 a.m. (PT)until Thursday June 26 2025 before 5:00 PM (PT).All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Thursday June 26 2025 to be accepted.
Exam NumberAG9050B-S
Why work for us
With more than 10 million residents Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California over 116000 employees in more than 38 Departments we provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement property assessment public health protection water conservation cultural activities and many more.
We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. The County has more than 2300 different job descriptions offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work relax and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.
Withhold information
No withhold will be allowed. Required education must be fully met at the time of filing and clearly indicated on the application. Essential Job Functions
What will you do as a Social Worker Trainee
As a trainee the incumbent receives information instruction and practical experience in the following activities:Identifies and analyzes clients needs for service; sets priorities explores alternatives with clients to develop plans for resolving problems.Assists clients in carrying out problem solving activities directed toward resolving housing money management health care citizenship residence employment and other problems of a tangible nature.Assesses clients employment or training potential and assists clients to overcome problems that would prevent or limit them from obtaining employment or participating in training programs.Evaluates the needs of aged blind and disabled clients and helps them use In-Home Supportive Services so they may remain safely in or return to their own homes and help maintain and strengthen their capabilities for self-care.Provides information to clients about resources within the department and in the community; assists clients in selecting appropriate resources contacting agencies and in utilizing these resources.Investigates situations involving adults reported to be endangered by abuse neglect exploitation or unsafe or hazardous living conditions takes appropriate action and/or reports to appropriate agency to eliminate or reduce the possibility of endangerment.Initiates requests for assistance from the appropriate legal authority to gain access to the client or obtain protection for clients in violent situations.Acts as an advocate on behalf of the clients in situations where the clients are unable to act on their own and when appropriate refers clients for conservatorship.Assists clients and their relatives in locating alternative living arrangements such as nursing homes intermediate care facilities or board and care homes when in-home supportive services are not appropriate.Takes appropriate action on referrals from public and private agencies and other jurisdictions.Makes home visits as needed.For more information please view the classification specification:Social Worker Trainee.Requirements
- Requirements to QualifyA Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university.
Physical Class
Physical Class II Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending stooping or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.License
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.Veterans Credit
If you are a veteran you may be eligible for veterans credit giving you an additional 10 points. We will need a copy of your DD214 form to review so please include that with your application or email it to the exam analyst atas soon as possible to ensure prompt and smooth processing.Special Requirement Information
*To receive credit for your education include a copy of your official diploma official transcript or letter/certificate from an accredited institution within seven (7) calendar days of the end of the filing period. Please submit documentation to and indicate your name the exam name and the exam number. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. For more information on our standards for educational documents please visit:
Desirable Qualifications
- A Bachelors degree or higher from an accredited college or university inSocial Work Gerontology Psychology Sociology Human Services Counseling Behavioral Science or Public Health
- Experience working in adult services mental health public health homelessness outreach or emergency response programs
- Experience conducting field-based investigations
Additional Information
Examination Content
This examination will consist of a multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s) worth 100% assessing:
- Professional Potential
- Achievement
- Coping with Uncertainty
- Responsibility
- Working to High Quality Standards
- Willingness to Learn
- Working Relationships
- Analyzing Information
- Learning Quickly
- Generating New Ideas
- Using Time Efficiently
- Adapting to Change
- Deductive Reasoning
- Following Instructions
The passing score for the assessment(s) is 70%.
MULTIPLE CHOICE ASSESSMENTS AND/OR SIMULATIONS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.Eligibility and Vacancy Information
Candidates who passed the assessment(s) are placed on a list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months. We will use this list to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Aging and Disabilities as they occur.Transfer of Test Components
If you have taken identical components recently for other exams your responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams and your responses could be transferred to that exam.
Test Preparation
We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.- Various information can be found on our website at The section dedicated to test preparation is Employment Test Assistance.
- Online practice tests are available at Information:
Available Shift:AnyApplication and Filing Information
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail fax or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the Apply green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.Please fill out the application completely.
After your assessment is scored we will review your application to confirm that you meet the qualifications listed in the job posting. If you do you will remain on the list for hiring consideration. If you do not you will receive a disqualification notice even if you passed the assessment.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails it is possible to view notices by logging into and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicants responsibility to take steps to view correspondence and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.
New email addresses need to be verified. Thisonly needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging into and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.
Social Security Number
Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number so include yours when applying.No Sharing of User ID and Password
All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friends user ID and password may erase a candidates original application record.
Computer and Internet Access at Public LibrariesFor candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
Testing Accommodations
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.Anti-Racism Diversity and Inclusion (ARDI)
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-racism Diversity and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality diversity and inclusion in recruitment selection and employment practices.
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COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Employment Information
Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.
This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement:
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information please visit: Accommodations for Applicants:
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations please visit: Chance:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and will also consider potential mitigating factors which may include but is not limited to evidence and extent of rehabilitation recency of the offense(s) and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder:
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at .Revised January 2025
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Full-Time
