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Fill out either the permanent application form or the seasonal application form for the job listing of your choice, then follow the instructions in the listing to apply for that job. The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Addiction Counselor - County of Bergen Department of Health Services – Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services

Under direction of a Supervising Substance Abuse Counselor or other supervisory official in a state department or other agency, acts as a case consultant or supervises work of subordinate counselors and does varied tasks involved in assisting clients to make satisfactory social/emotional adjustments; may act as supervisor in a small clinic; supervises staff and work activities; prepares and signs official performance evaluations for subordinate staff; does other related duties.

Knowledge and Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to)

Knowledge of and familiarity with counseling theory, procedures, and techniques.
Knowledge of and familiarity with laws of New Jersey relating to substance abuse after a period of training.
Knowledge of current facts, theories, hypotheses, programs, and research in the area of narcotic and dangerous drugs.
Assist in the development of preliminary treatment and recovery plans.
Participates in case, diagnostic, and progress conferences.
Investigates and verifies pertinent facts and information necessary for an effective treatment plan.
Maintains an assigned caseload of clients and provides necessary group or individual counseling and case management services.
Ability to take part in trainings and meetings as assigned.
Ability to prepare correspondence.
Ability to prepare reports.
Ability to maintain histories, records, and files.
Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Education Requirements:

Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)
Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC)

Schedule:

Full time (day/evening/holidays maybe assigned and weekend hours (flexible schedule))

Other:

Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in counseling or social work.
- One (1) year must include experience with drug/alcohol treatment, prevention and/or rehabilitation.
Valid New Jersey (NJ) Driver’s License
Possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Excellent computer skills.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Animal Control Officer / Full-Time - Division of Animal Services

Bergen County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is looking for full-time, State Certified Animal Control Officers. We are an open admission shelter adhering to a no-kill philosophy under the guidelines of the Asilomar Accords. We currently provide animal control services to 50 municipalities. We have fully equipped temperature controlled vehicles.

Job responsibilities:

Patrol, capture and impound both domestic and wild animals.
Capture and impound animals suspected of being rabid.
Recognize sick and injured animals and arrange for medical care.
Be certified in legal, humane euthanasia methods.
Care for and feed the animals in the shelter, following disease control protocols
Interpret laws, regulations, and guidelines and apply them to specific situations including alleged violations of state anti-cruelty statutes and potentially dangerous/bite case investigations.
Write detailed incident reports and provide photographic evidence.
Testify in court for alleged violations of the law.
Handle complaints from the public and be able to provide educational assistance or remedial actions.

Requirements:

Certified by the N.J. Department of Health as an Animal Control Officer.
Knowledge of the use of equipment used in animal control such as traps, nets, ketch poles.
Must have the ability to use computer equipment and be trained in the computer program specific to the animal control division.
Valid N.J Driver’s License and N.J. resident.
Must be available for emergency, on-call incidents.
Must be able to work full time, 40 hours per week.
Be available all shifts including weekends, evenings and 3^rd shift on-call.

Please send resume and employment application to: resume@co.bergen.nj.us

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Animal Health Technician - Division of Animal Services Hiring for both Full Time and Per Diem

Bergen County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is looking for Animal Health Technicians to become members of our medical team. We are an open admission municipal shelter adhering to a no-kill philosophy under the guidelines of the Asilomar Accords.

Job Description & Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Renders treatment and administers medication to sick or injured animals as directed by the Veterinarian
Performs preliminary examinations of animals to determine symptoms of disease or injury and reports findings to the veterinarian
Assists the veterinarian preparing animals for surgical procedures in addition to sterilizing instruments, securing supplies, handing surgical instruments and disinfecting and cleaning up operating areas and equipment
Monitors and cares for animals recovering from surgery
Performs laboratory tests, operates x-ray equipment, cleans and disinfects kennels, cages, animal holding areas, surgery suites and examination rooms to control the spread of disease
Under the direction of the Veterinarian, humanely euthanizes animals
Maintain controlled drug inventory and required log books
Establish and maintain essential medical records and files and have the ability to read, write, speak and understand English sufficiently to perform essential functions of the job

Requirements:

Completion of an accredited veterinary technician program
One (1) year experience in a veterinary office, animal hospital or animal shelter
Ability to learn and utilize the shelter’s computer system
License in the State of New Jersey preferred
New Jersey Driver’s License
For full time must be available/flexible to work 8:30am to 5:30pm M-F and weekends
For per diems – must be flexible to work a minimum of 19.5 hours, but maximum of 29.5

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Animal Health Technician - Division of Animal Services Hiring for both Full Time and Per Diem

Bergen County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is looking for Animal Health Technicians to become members of our medical team. We are an open admission municipal shelter adhering to a no-kill philosophy under the guidelines of the Asilomar Accords.

Job Description & Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Renders treatment and administers medication to sick or injured animals as directed by the Veterinarian
Performs preliminary examinations of animals to determine symptoms of disease or injury and reports findings to the veterinarian
Assists the veterinarian preparing animals for surgical procedures in addition to sterilizing instruments, securing supplies, handing surgical instruments and disinfecting and cleaning up operating areas and equipment
Monitors and cares for animals recovering from surgery
Performs laboratory tests, operates x-ray equipment, cleans and disinfects kennels, cages, animal holding areas, surgery suites and examination rooms to control the spread of disease
Under the direction of the Veterinarian, humanely euthanizes animals
Maintain controlled drug inventory and required log books
Establish and maintain essential medical records and files and have the ability to read, write, speak and understand English sufficiently to perform essential functions of the job

Requirements:

Completion of an accredited veterinary technician program
One (1) year experience in a veterinary office, animal hospital or animal shelter
Ability to learn and utilize the shelter’s computer system
License in the State of New Jersey preferred
New Jersey Driver’s License
For full time must be available/flexible to work 8:30am to 5:30pm M-F and weekends
For per diems – must be flexible to work a minimum of 19.5 hours, but maximum of 29.5

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Assistant Health Officer – County of Bergen – Department of Health Services

Develop, coordinate, and manage the work programs of the county health department and assume the duties of the Assistant Health Officer and supervise staff in the absence of the County Health Officer; does other related duties as required:

Knowledge and Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to)

Take the lead over the Division of Public Health.
Serve as a liaison to contracting municipalities.
Participate in the coordination of public health policies and plans.
Ability to prepare correspondence.
Ability to prepare reports.
Ability to establish and maintain records and files.
Knowledge of Federal, State, and local public health laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, policies, standards and procedures and their application to specific situations.
Knowledge of techniques used in public health administration.
Knowledge of the records required in a public health program.

Schedule:

40hrs/wk.
As needed, on call rotation of evenings, holidays, and weekends

Education & Experience:

Valid New Jersey Health Officer (HO) license.

Skills and Special Requirements:

Valid New Jersey Driver’s License.
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to learn/utilize various types of manual and/or electronic data systems used within the department.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Assistant Mental Health Administrator – County of Bergen

Department of Health Services – Division of Mental Health & Addiction Services

Under direction, assists the mental health administrator in planning, developing, and implementing county mental health services; does other related duties as required.

Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to)

May plan and implement all mental health system and program development activities for a county.
May develop an annual county mental health services plan.
Participates in monitoring grant funding and evaluation of services rendered by various mental health agencies throughout the county.
Reviews and makes recommendations to the mental health administrator on proposals and funding applications for mental health services submitted to the Mental Health Board.
May prepare the annual budget for the Mental Health Board.
Participates in the review and negotiation of initial and renewal contracts between the county and agencies providing mental health services.
May represent the Mental Health Board on various committees and meetings with other agencies.
May develop plans for mental health community centers and county facilities including research studies and the preparation of proposals and applications for such facilities.
Maintains liaison between state and federal mental health agencies and studies the financial resources available at the state and federal level.
Serves in a liaison capacity with regional or local planning groups.
Serves as and represents the mental health administrator during his/her absence.
May establish records and files.

Schedule:

Full-time.

Education & Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Public Administration, Social Work, Public Health, Hospital Administration, or Nursing.
Three (3) years of experience in the administration of a mental health program·
A Master's degree in Psychology, Public Administration, Social Work, Public Health, Hospital Administration, or Nursing from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one (1) year of required experience.

Other Requirements:

Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to learn/utilize various types of manual and/or electronic data systems used within the department.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Bergen County Department of Human Services / Division of Family Guidance Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Supervisor:

Job Description: The Licensed Clinical Social Worker Supervisor position is a full time 40 hour per week position. The position’s main focus is on providing supervision to staff and ensuring program goals and objectives are achieved.

Job Responsibilities:

Supervise staff consisting of clinicians and case workers from varied disciplines.
Provide group and/or individual therapy for at-risk youth.
Conduct individual supervision and staff meetings.
Conduct intake and assessments of at-risk youth and families as required.
Compose treatment / intervention plans consistent with evidence informed practices as required.
Complete all required documentation.
Attend required trainings.
Collect, analyze and report on relevant program statistics.
Collect and compose data and reports as required by grants and contracts.
Maintain an appropriate caseload of clients and provide other work related responsibilities as required.

Hours:

Full time / 40-hour work week.
Some evening hours may be required based on specific position assignment.

Education Requirements:

Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW)
Clinical Social Work Supervision Certificate

Other Requirements:

Must have 5 or more years’ experience providing clinical treatment/services
Supervisory experience of clinical staff
Seminar Training in Field Instruction (SIFI) (preferred)
Experience working with children/adolescents
Experience with at-risk youth and families (preferred)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Computer literacy(MS Excel and Word)
Driver’s license.
Ability to work evenings.
Paid on-call responsibilities may be required for some positions

Please send resume and employment application to: resume@co.bergen.nj.us

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (EOE)

Boiler Operator

Summary:

Under direction, operates and makes minor repairs to stationary steam boilers or steam generators. Fires stationary boilers used in generating power to supply steam to heating plants, turbines, and other steam powered equipment .

Sample of Job Duties:

Sees that water is maintained in the boiler at the required level.
Measures and records amounts fuel used.
Washes boiler and pump rooms and does other work to maintain the areas in a clean, orderly and safe condition.
Makes emergency repairs and does the work required to keep the machines/boilers in good operating condition.

Requirements:

Possess a current, valid Black Seal Boiler Operator License issued by NJ Dept. of Labor & Workforce Development.
Valid NJ Driver’s License

Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of the varied types of machines and equipment used in a power plant and in a high pressure heating plant, including the supplies, materials, and tools used in lubricating and cleaning machinery and equipment.
Knowledge of the problems, methods, and techniques used in repairing, maintaining, and installing grate units, tubes, and caps and in turbining boilers.
Knowledge of the safe and efficient operation of firing stationary boilers and the varied types of stokers and their operation, including the several types of safety devices and measures.
Knowledge of the proper levels for water in boilers to secure the maximum in safety and efficient operation.
Knowledge of the problems, procedures, and methods used in maintaining the fires at the proper thickness and the regulation of the drafts so as to obtain the most efficient results.
Knowledge of the methods, supplies, and materials used in washing and cleaning the boiler and pump rooms.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Carpenter – County of Bergen Department of Public Works - Division of General Services

Under a supervisory officer, does general carpentry work involved in the layout, construction, repair and maintenance of buildings and of household, office, and institution equipment and furnishing; does other related duties.

Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to)

Repairs broken and malfunctioning furniture, doors, window cords and sashes, venetian blinds, screens, locks, glass panes, and other types of equipment, and makes and installs window frames and sashes, screens, trim, doors, flooring, siding, sheathing, stairs, railing porches, cabinets, and simple furniture.
Constructs and repairs buildings and structures, making use of any appropriate wood joints such as dovetail, miter, mortise, and tenon.
Replaces damaged ceiling panels, wall coverings, or floor segments such as inlaid parquet pieces.
Builds bookcases, cabinets, tables, fan brackets, stands, screens, partitions, and other types of equipment.
Makes various types of rafter cuts; lays out and cuts stair horse stringers; erects scaffolding; constructs and installs cribbing and form for concrete; sets and operates a variety of woodworking machines including power saws and attachments, planers, jointers, sanders, electric drills, and routers.
Makes emergency carpentry repairs.
Instructs inmates and/or patients in carpentry work and ensures their safety, custody, and work progress.
Builds and makes repairs to special truck bodies.
Makes time and materials estimates.
Maintains records.

Education/Experience Requirements:

High School Diploma.
Three (3) years of experience in carpentry work involving the layout, construction, repair, and maintenance of buildings and office equipment and furnishings.

Other:

Possess strong communications skills, both written and verbal.
Effective multi-tasker who is organized and detail oriented.
Ability to problem solve.
Valid New Jersey Driver’s License.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Clinical Psychologist – Division of Family Guidance

Full time, details below

The Clinical psychologist is a full time 40-hour per week staff position. The responsibilities of the position include providing forensic clinical assessments and treatment of adolescents. The position interfaces frequently with the Family Court.

Job Responsibilities:

Conduct Court-ordered psychological evaluations for youth pre and post adjudicated for a variety of offenses. These assessments are conducted in both an outpatient setting and in the Bergen County Juvenile Detention Center.
Conduct Court-ordered psychosexual assessments of post adjudicated youth involved in sexual offenses.
Conduct clinical assessments of youth referred by the Court or as part of the law enforcement diversion process.
Appear in Court upon request to provide mental health perspective on assessed youth.
Conduct psycho-educational and or clinical individual and group sessions.
Attend case management meetings and staff meetings.
Carry a caseload of individual patients and provide group therapy.

Schedule:

40 hours per week, weekdays, will include evening hours.

Education Requirements:

Doctoral Degree in psychology.

Other Requirements:

Experience working with adolescents.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work under time deadlines.
Computer literacy (MS Excel and Word).
Clinical license preferred but not mandatory, supervision towards licensure available.
Forensic experience preferred

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Community Service Aide – Per Diem - County of Bergen Department of Human Services – Division of Disability Services

Under supervision, performs a variety of routine field and office work; provides information assistance to clients; act as a source of information and referral; and makes referrals to other agencies; does other related duties as required.

Job Responsibilities:

Serve as the community liaison between the Division and the community.
Assists in the implementation and delivery of community-oriented service programs which benefit community residents.
Meets with residents to help determine their home, financial, and social conditions which might qualify them for assistance with various agencies/programs.
May set up appointments for residents with appropriate public or private agencies.
May attend community meetings or help organize community residents to work together to deal with specific community concerns.
May disseminate information on various community-oriented agencies.
Refers information to appropriate agencies regarding needs for new/altered programs for community residents.
Conducts surveys, gathers data/information, and projects anticipated problems concerning activities and changes in the community.
Assist in planning and implementation of events.

Schedule:

Per Diem – up to 29 hours per week.
Flexible.

Education Requirements:

Completion of at least 60 credits from an accredited college or university.

Other Requirements:

Valid New Jersey Driver’s License.
Experience and knowledge working with individuals with disabilities (preferred).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel programs.
Exemplary time management and organizational skills.
Culturally Competent.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
Ability to work well in a cooperative, team-oriented environment.
Bilingual language skills are a plus.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Community Service Worker - County of Bergen Department of Health Services – Division of Mental Health & Addiction Services

Under supervision, performs supportive functions and assists people who have a substance use disorder and/or opioid use disorder diagnosis and/or are in recovery

Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to)

Provide recovery support and peer coaching to program participants.
Assists individuals in developing recovery plans.
Educate individuals on treatment and support service navigation.
Provide recovery support services based on individual’s preference and assessed needs.
Support individuals in their recovery as they move through stages of change.
Assist individuals in accessing recovery support services in the community.
Work collaboratively with the case manager to ensure individuals engage in services and transitions.
Be a positive role model by sharing experiential knowledge, hope, and skills.
Develop and maintain relationships with individuals in order to assess them in treatment engagement and retention.
Reinforce, guide, and reassure the individual that recovery is possible and build upon their strengths and coping abilities.
Assist individuals with gaining skills and resources to maintain recovery, including MAT as applicable.
Assist in establishing and sustaining a social and physical environment supportive of recovery.
Enhance identification and participation in the recovery community.
Advocate for appropriate and effective community treatment and recovery
Empower individuals to make self-determined and self-directed choices about recovery pathways.
Provide individual and group support in-person.
Help individuals maintain healthy community, family and social functioning.
Participates in team meetings and training.
Documents clear, accurate and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Work harmoniously with team, clients, and community.

Education Requirements:

High School diploma, GED or equivalent required; Associates degree or higher preferred

Schedule:

Full Time
Able to work weekends, holidays, and varied shifts per client needs.

Other:

Two (2) years of experience in the guiding principles of recovery
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) or National Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (may earn upon employment)

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Community Service Worker – County of Bergen Department of Human Services – Division of Office for Children

Under supervision, performs the field and office work to promote local community resource programs designed to meet the needs of residents; provides referrals to other agencies; does other related work; does other related duties as required.

Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to)

Application Process: Review and screen applications, follow-up with parents to complete the application process.
Customer Service: Provide support, education, and services to families in accordance with state and federal policies for childcare assistance programs.
Policy Adherence: Maintain updated knowledge of program policies and apply procedures consistently as mandated in the Childcare and Development Block Grant (CCDBG).
Community Outreach: Provide information about the assistance program and ECC to parents and the community as directed by the New Jersey Department of Human Services, Division of Family Development.
Assistance Guidance: Inform families about the process and procedures for obtaining childcare assistance and their subsequent responsibilities.
Timely Response: Ensure response to a request for childcare assistance within the specified period as mandated in the grant requirements and Office for Children policy manual.
Referrals: Refer parents to a Childcare Resource and Referral Specialist for childcare referrals and additional resources.
Eligibility Determination: Ensure determination of eligibility within the program mandated timeframe and obtain verification of eligibility factors.
Redetermination: Redetermine program eligibility as per guidelines defined by CCDBG.
Rights Information: Inform parents of their right to appeal against an office decision.
Agreements: Issue Preliminary Parent and Provider Agreement (PAPA) within mandated time frames to eligible applicants for provider services selection.
Admissions Criteria: Adhere to unique admissions criteria for each funding stream in accordance with Division of Family Development (DFD) policy.
Record Maintenance: Maintain case records in accordance with county, state, and federal standards.
Provider Referrals: Refer self-arranged providers (FFN) to the Family Childcare Unit for home inspection.
System Proficiency: Attain proficiency in the CARES and WLS online data management systems.
Technical Assistance: Provide technical assistance to clients and providers as requested.
Complaint Handling: Follow the mandated DFD process for complaints received.

Schedule:

Full time

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college.

Other Requirements:

Valid New Jersey Driver’s License.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, data systems and technology
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
Ability to work well in a cooperative, team-oriented environment.
Effective multi-tasker.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Diesel Mechanic / Full-Time - Division of Mechanical Services

Under direction, performs varied tasks involved in the maintenance and repair of diesel engines in motor vehicles and/or automotive construction equipment; does other related duties as required.

Job responsibilities:

Duties may include but are not limited to:

Repairs and maintains diesel engines using hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and machines common to the trade
Diagnose trouble, disassembles engines, and examines parts for defects and excessive wear
Reconditions and replaces parts such as pistons, bearings, gears, valves, and bushings and using engine lathe, boring machines, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments
May weld and cut parts using arc welding and flame cutting equipment
May repair and maintain gasoline engines
May perform a variety of mechanical task involved in the repair and maintenance of motor vehicles and/or construction equipment
May test drive motor vehicles and/or construction equipment on public streets

Requirements:

Knowledge of :
- Diesel motors and equipment and their operation
- Causes for motor failure, and the steps necessary to correct the condition
- Air brakes and air conditioning
- Steering and suspension
- Trouble shooting fuel systems
Successful completion of one (1) year of training in diesel engine repair at an accredited community college of vocational school
Two (2) years of experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of diesel engines
Applicants who do not possess the required year of formal training may substitute one (1) additional year of experience
Possession of a certificate as a diesel mechanic issued by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence may be substituted for one (1) years of formal training
Possess a valid New Jersey driver’s license
Appointees may be required to possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and applicable endorsements for the class and type of vehicles they operate

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Director of Family Counseling – County of Bergen Department of Human Services – Division of Family Guidance

Under direction, plans, develops, and organizes a program of family counseling services; oversees/supervises staff on a day-to-day operation, by providing family counseling services on a variety of economic, social, or other contemporary issues, ensuring clinical best practices, and interfacing with other County Departments and agencies in support of the Division’s mission and objectives; does related work.

Job Responsibilities (may include but not limited to):

Provide supervision as directed to professional and para-professional staff.
Ensures adherence to documentation requirements as identified by regulatory agencies.
Review/revise procedure manuals to ensure that treatment plans, case notes and other written correspondence are in compliance with standards.
In collaboration with program supervisors, oversee the audit of clinical charts to ensure adherence to standards of practice.
Provide direction and oversight of evidenced based practices that are found to be effective in providing care to at-risk youth.
Analyzes issues and develops effective solutions to promote and provide safe, trauma-informed care to clients.
Reviews and assigns cases to counselors.
Provides advice and guidance to counseling staff.
Evaluates effectiveness of program services.
Collaborate in the development of policies and procedures.
Participate in grant writing projects as necessary.
Participate in administrative team meetings.
Remain available on off hours for staff/client issues.
Work with supervisors and staff at all levels of the Division to explore solutions, resolve problems, redistribute current resources, and change priorities to meet the changing program needs of the Division.
Perform other clinical and supervisory duties as assigned.

Schedule:

Full-time

Education:

Master’s Degree or higher in social work or a doctorate in psychology.
Maintenance of full licensure in appropriate discipline is required.

Experience:

Minimum of five years post-licensure experience supervising clinical and supervisory staff.
Experience in clinical assessment, child/adolescent development, and family dynamics.
Residential and/or juvenile justice experience preferred.

Other:

Strong interpersonal/leadership skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and ability to learn web-based data systems.
Valid New Jersey Driver’s License.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Family and Neighborhood Counselor – County of Bergen Department of Human Services Division of Alternatives to Domestic Violence

Under direction, the Abuse Intervention Specialist, provides counseling and assistance to individuals and families in solving problems that affect the unity and welfare of the family and/or neighborhood; does other related duties as required.

Job Responsibilities (may include but not limited to):

Assists, counsels, and conducts group intervention sessions for batterers as per the AIP curriculum.
Participates in group sessions where parties involved try to resolve problems through open, frank discussions.
Establishes and maintains working relationships with neighborhood organizations.
Refers clients to other agencies for further assistance where warranted.
Ensure adherence to evidence-based research in exposing and restructuring thought patterns related to abuse and violence.
Consult and work collaboratively with the legal system, community resources, healthcare providers, and victim services.
Engage actively in ongoing risk assessments and coordinate with all involved systems to reduce the risk of harm towards victims.
Contribute to the development and internalization of a non-abusive belief system in participants, based on equity, respect, accountability, and equality.
Prepares and maintains detailed documentation of sessions and compliance.
Participate in continuous training and development in the field of domestic violence intervention.

Schedule:

Full-time

Education/Experience Requirements:

A degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Criminology, or a related field.
Knowledge of the dynamics of domestic violence and power and control.
Sensitivity and adaptability to diverse cultural, gender, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Preferred: Certification or specialized training in domestic violence intervention, psychoeducation, or related areas.
Preferred: Minimum of 2 years of experience in facilitating group sessions, preferably in a similar program

Other:

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and group facilitation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with various community partners and legal systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and ability to learn web-based data systems.

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

Family & Neighborhood Counselor – County of Bergen Department of Human Services – Division of Alternatives to Domestic Violence

Under direction, of the Deputy Director, the legal support specialist provides counseling, case management, legal support, and community education to assist victims of domestic violence, by evaluating client needs and facilitating immediate support; does other related duties as required.

Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to)

Assists and counsels’ individuals/families in solving problems which may have otherwise resulted in the filing of a formal criminal complaint.
Through the use of counseling techniques, attempts to assist individuals/families to determine the cause of disagreement.
Attempts to assist individuals/families in arriving at a solution to their domestic and social behavioral problems.
Provide immediate support and referrals, collaborating with local shelters, legal services, and other support networks to address client needs.
Analyzes relationships of individuals and family members in the neighborhood to devise a solution to domestic and social behavioral problems.
Participates in group sessions where parties involved try to resolve problems through open, frank discussions.
Participates in regular meetings with the Legal Unit, Domestic Violence Intake Unit, and staff to coordinate efforts and share insights. Remains current on domestic violence law and procedures.
Assist in coordinating the panel of volunteer attorneys who represent eligible Bergen County victims of domestic violence in restraining order hearings.
Screen clients for the attorney stiped program based on established criteria.
Prepares reports containing background, findings, and recommendations.
Consults with court officials on cases referred to them.
Support legal preparations, conduct Court Prep sessions, and draft summaries of legal publications relevant to the agency’s focus areas.
Establishes and maintains working relationships with neighborhood organizations.
Establishes and maintains necessary files and records.

Schedule:

Full-time.

Education/Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.) in Sociology, Psychology, Guidance and Counseling, or Social Work.
At least two (2) years of experience in Human Services.
Master’s degree preferred.

Other Requirements:

Bi-lingual – Spanish preferred.
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
Ability to work well in a cooperative, team-oriented environment.
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Fire and Ambulance Dispatcher – County of Bergen Department of Public Safety, Division of Public Safety Operations

Under direction, works with a group of employees in a centralized communications center who are engaged in receiving and recording emergency calls for fire and ambulance services, and supervises the transmitting of alarms to appropriate personnel and the dispatching of needed equipment and personnel to proper locations, and operates a variety of communications equipment; does related work.

Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to)

Coordinates, and participates in the work of the communications unit.
Schedules work hours for personnel.
Gives advice and assistance to subordinates whenever unusual or difficult problems arise.
Prepares periodic reports on the operations of the unit.
Participates in the training of personnel assigned to the unit.
Receives telephone complaints and requests for fire and other emergency assistance from the public.
Ascertains proper addresses and information from caller and immediately determines the nature of the call, and initiates action by relaying messages and dispatching fire and/or other emergency vehicles in response to the complaint or request for assistance.
Receives and transmits fire alarms.
Broadcasts instructions to firefighting units and other personnel.
Relays instructions or questions from remote units.
Records calls broadcasted and complaints received.
May relay emergency calls and messages to police, ambulance, or other emergency units.
Receives and files messages received.
Receives and records calls for ambulance service.
Contacts appropriate emergency personnel to respond to ambulance calls.
Dispatches ambulance drivers to desired locations.
Operates radio system used to contact ambulance drivers enroute.
Maintains records of ambulance calls noting time, place, and special circumstances of the calls.
Operates telephone switchboards, radio transmitters, receivers, recorders, close circuit camera, video systems, computer terminals, and other telecommunication equipment to receive and communicate information with emergency equipment and personnel.
Prepares and maintains a variety of records and files on the activities of the unit.
Inspects and may make minor repairs and adjustments to communication and other equipment used.
Maintains an assuring and calming attitude during periods of stress and emergency to obtain necessary information from callers and to avoid unnecessary delays by responding emergency vehicles.
Gives suitable instructions to assigned employees.
Keeps track of sick leave, vacation, and records of relief dispatchers.
Submits monthly reports to superior.

Schedule:

Full time.

Education/Experience Requirements:

Two (2) years of experience in dispatching emergency vehicles.
High School Diploma.

Other:

Salary, according to the salary guide, will be commensurate with experience.

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination

Greens Superintendent – County of Bergen Department of Parks – Division of Park Operations

Under direction, directs and administers a comprehensive maintenance program for regulation golf courses; directs employees engaged in carrying out the specialized maintenance program; may develop plans for improvement of golf courses; does related work as required.

Job Responsibilities (may include but not limited to):

Thorough knowledge of the equipment and methods used in caring for and maintaining golf courses.
Thorough knowledge of varied specialized types of machinery and equipment.
Thorough knowledge of turf management as related to a specific area.
Thorough knowledge of selecting and scheduling the use of fertilizers, lime, insecticides, herbicides and fungicides and of various types of grass species and the type of disease that will attack each kind of grass species.
Thorough knowledge of various types of irrigation systems.
Ability to give suitable assignments and instruction to employees and to provide technical advice and direction when difficult and unusual problems arise.
Ability to establish training program that ensures effective performance of employees and to see that reasonable standards of workmanship and output are maintained and that desired objectives are achieved.
Ability to work harmoniously with associates, citizens and others using the golf courses.
Ability to supervise and work with supervisors and others involved with golf course maintenance.
Ability to prepare suitable reports and keep necessary records and files.
Ability to recognize various grass diseases and to prescribe the proper treatment.

Schedule:

Full time /40 hours per week.
Over time as needed.

Education & Experience:

Five (5) year experience as a golf course superintendent or first assistant superintendent
Possession of an Associate’s degree in Turf Management, Turf Science or Agronomy form an accredited college or university may be substituted for two (2) yeas indicated
Satisfactory completion of a one-year program in Turf Management, Turf Science or Agronomy for an accredited college or university many be substituted for one (1) year indicated experience.
Experience with TORO irrigation system component and pump system maintenance.

Skills and Special Requirements:

Appointees will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in New
Current NJ Certified Pesticide Applicators License, Categories 3A and
Current NJ Certified Fertilizer Applicator
Highly organized and efficient time management
Proficient in using Microsoft office

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Greenskeeper - Division of Parks

Full time position

Job Requirements:

Able to operate or be trained to operate golf course and general landscape maintenance equipment and hand tools
Duties include mowing turfgrass, raking sand traps, golf course set up, leaf removal, irrigation, planting, string trimming, tree pruning, and light equipment maintenance and painting
Knowledge of golf helpful
Able to work outside in various weather conditions
Works well with others and performs as a team member
Detail oriented
Take direction from supervisor to effectively accomplish tasks
Ability to follow safety precautions
Snow removal by shoveling and plowing

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Interim Department of Parks (Seasonal Maintenance Workers) -Division of Parks

Job Responsibilities:

Responsible for day-to-day maintenance of facilities

Work alongside full-time staff
Conduct routine work, such as: cleaning of restrooms; trimming trees; cutting grass
As needed: load and unload trucks; spray for weeds; assist with upkeep of athletic fields

Available work schedules:

Six month duration of 29 hours per week
Four month duration of 40 hours per week

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Interim Groundskeeper - Golf - Division of Parks

Job Responsibilities:

Golf Course Setup
Mowing of Turfgrass Throughout the Golf Course
Raking of Sand Traps
String Trimming and Detail Mowing
Ornamental and Flower Bed Maintenance
Leaf and Debris Cleanup
Irrigation of Golf Course and Flower Beds
Assist with Golf Course Projects
Pruning of Trees and Shrubs
Cart Path Maintenance
Cleaning of Golf Course Maintenance Equipment

Available Work Schedules:

Six Month Duration of 29 Hours per Week
Four Month Duration of 40 Hours per Week

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Interim Rangers (Golf Courses) - Division of Parks

Job Responsibilities:

Responsible for golf cart maintenance and sanitation including prepping gas carts and pull carts for daily use and securing them at night for closing procedures
Monitoring and controlling pace of play requirements
Monitoring and caring to the driving range (where applicable) which includes collecting (picking) and washing golf balls for repeat range use – manual labor required
Maintaining golf of course conditions by replacing divots and repair ball marks on the greens
Assisting golfers with lost clubs, course questions, daily course conditions or any inquiry concerning golf course protocol
Placing water on the course for golfers and monitoring the water levels throughout the day for daily consumption – manual labor required
Patrolling the golf course to monitor golfer activity and provide assistance where needed
Provide high levels of customer service though daily interaction with golfers
Weekend shifts are required as a prerequisite for employment

Available work schedules

Six month duration of 29 hours per week
Four month duration of 40 hours per week

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Interim Recreational Aid (Cashier) – Golf – Division of Parks

Job Responsibilities:

Handle monetary transactions through the Point of Sale (POS) system at Bergen County golf courses and parks
Responsible for daily reconciliation of cash drawer for each cashier shift
Processing annual registrations for county golf and park memberships
Answer phones to assist customer with golf course and park related inquires
Provide high levels of customer service though daily interaction with golfers and park attendees
Opening and closing of golf course and county park facilities
Weekend shifts are required as a prerequisite for employment

Available work schedules:

Six month duration at 29 hours a week
Four month duration at 40 hours a week

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Investigator Trainee – County of Bergen Department of Public Safety – Division of Medical Examiners Office

Under the close supervision of an Investigator 3, Office of the Chief State Medical Examiner or other supervisory official in the Office of the Chief State Medical Examiner, Department of Health, or a County Medical Office in local government, as a trainee and productive worker, learns to perform and conduct routine investigations of deaths reported to the Regional Medical Examiner Offices; does other related duties as required.

Job Responsibilities (may include but not limited to):

Under close supervision, as a trainee and productive worker:

Learns to perform and document routine medicolegal death investigations in an accurate, comprehensive, and timely manner, in accordance with NJ statutes and regulations that govern the Office of the Chief State Medical Examiner and applicable standard operating procedures.
Learns to determine case types and jurisdiction response through scene investigation and/or interviews including but not limited to law enforcement, family members, friends, witnesses, and physicians.
Learn to participate in joint investigations and/or surveillance with other departments, such as public health or other law enforcement agencies.
Learns to assist in obtaining and/or securing records and biological specimens from outside agencies for a complete medical/social background needed for identification purposes and to determine the cause and manner of death.
Maintains confidentiality of investigations.
Learns to photographically document the scene and secure property and/or evidence in the appropriate packaging; learns to transport property/evidence back to the appropriate Regional Medical Examiner Office.
Learns to analyze the information gathered through the use of cameras and other investigative equipment.
Learns to follow universal precautions when handling human remains or in an environment that requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Learns to utilize the Case Management System (CMS) to generate new cases; fill out all pertinent information (demographics, case information discovery, next of kin, identifications, objections and organ and tissue procurement organizations, and case notes); upload all reports and medical records.
Learns to assess the time of death and postmortem changes of the human body.
Learns to develop an organized, concise, and accurate death report in a timely manner.
Learns to prepare written reports of all investigative activities containing objective facts, findings, and assessments.
Learns to create and review correspondence relating to inquiries and prepare drafts of replies consistent with applicable laws, rules, regulations, orders, and relevant documentation for review and approval.
Learns to assist in the preparation of legal documents for review and further processing.
May act as a witness and testify for the State before grand juries, courts of law, administrative hearings, or other judicial bodies as required.
Maintains records and files relevant to investigative matters in the administration of duties and assignments.

Schedule:

Full time.

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Forensic Science, Criminal Justice, or Nursing; or graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Physical or Natural Science with twelve (12) semester hour credits in physical or biological science, six (6) semester hour credits in human anatomy, and twelve (12) semester hour credits in chemistry. NOTE: Possession of a valid registry basic certification issued by the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators (ABMDI) may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree.

Other:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work well in a cooperative, team-oriented environment.
Effective multi-tasker.

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Investigator 1 – County of Bergen Department of Public Safety – Division of Medical Examiners Office

Under the close supervision of an Investigator 3, Office of the Chief State Medical Examiner or other supervisory official in the Office of the Chief State Medical Examiner, Department of Health, or a County Medical Office in local government, conducts routine investigations of deaths reported to the Regional Medical Examiner Offices; work is closely monitored, and regular feedback is received; does other related duties as required.

Job Responsibilities (may include but not limited to):

Performs and documents routine medicolegal death investigations in an accurate, comprehensive, and timely manner, in accordance with New Jersey statutes and regulations that govern the Office of the Chief State Medical Examiner and applicable standard operating procedures.
Determines case types and jurisdiction response through scene investigation and/or interviews including but not limited to law enforcement, family members, friends, witnesses, and physicians.
Participates in joint investigations and/or surveillance with other departments, such as public health or other law enforcement agencies.
Assists in obtaining and/or securing records and biological specimens from outside agencies for a complete medical/social background needed for identification purposes and to determine the cause and manner of death.
Maintains confidentiality of investigations.
Photographically documents the scene and secures property and/or evidence in the appropriate packaging; transports property/evidence back to the appropriate Regional Medical Examiner Office.
Analyzes the information gathered through the use of cameras and other investigative equipment.
Follows universal precautions when handling human remains or in an environment that requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Utilizes the Case Management System (CMS) to generate new cases; fills out all pertinent information (demographics, case information discovery, next of kin, identifications, objections and organ and tissue procurement organizations, and case notes); uploads all reports and medical records.
Assists in assessing the time of death and postmortem changes of the human body.
Develops an organized, concise, and accurate death report in a timely manner.
Prepares written reports of all investigative activities containing objective facts, findings, and assessments.
Creates and reviews correspondence relating to inquiries and prepares drafts of replies consistent with applicable laws, rules, regulations, orders, and relevant documentation for review and approval.
Assists in the preparation of legal documents for review and further processing.
Acts as a witness and testifies for the State before grand juries, courts of law, administrative hearings, or other judicial bodies as required.
Maintains records and files relevant to investigative matters in the administration of duties and assignments.

Schedule:

Full time.

Education/Experience & Certification:

EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Forensic Science,

Criminal Justice, or Nursing; or graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Physical or Natural Science with twelve (12) semester hour credits in physical or biological science, six (6) semester hour credits in human anatomy, and twelve (12) semester hour credits in chemistry. NOTE: Possession of a valid registry basic certification issued by the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators (ABMDI) may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree.

EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of office and/or field experience conducting investigations, collecting evidence, and preparing investigative reports. NOTE: A Master's degree in Criminal Justice and/or Forensic Science may be substituted for one (1) year of experience.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATON: NOTE: Appointees will be required to possess a valid registry basic certification from the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators (ABMDI) within two (2) years of appointment.

Other:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work well in a cooperative, team-oriented environment.
Effective multi-tasker.

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Juvenile Detention Officer

Division of Family Guidance
Job Description:

This employment opportunity is to serve as a Juvenile Detention Officer at the Bergen County Juvenile Detention Center located at 200 North Street, Teterboro, NJ 07608. Juvenile Detention Officers provide an invaluable service to the community while ensuring the safety and wellbeing of youth in their care.

Job Responsibilities:

Supervise and/or participate in various programs/activities with juveniles to stimulate interest in and cooperation with various social/education programs.
Provide direct supervision and care that ensures the safety, security, health and welfare of the residents and staff.
Provides crisis intervention as needed and implement techniques to be used in addressing behavioral and adjustment issues
Assist in the delivery of services as required which includes education, recreation, medical, and social services to ensure that programs are implemented to meet the needs of the residents.
Provide written documentation as required in a timely manner and advise of any problematic issues.
Learn and utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the facility.
Model pro-social behavior and reinforce appropriate social interactions.

Schedule: Full time (40 hours/week). Shift work required. This position will include evenings, holidays and weekends.

Education Requirements: Minimum Associates’s Degree in mental health, Criminal Justice or related field Bachelor’s Degree Preferred.

Other Requirements:

Experience working with at-risk youth, preferably in a group/residential setting preferred
Computer literacy (MS Excel and Word)
Valid driver’s license

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Civil Service Title is Psychiatric Social Worker) – County of Bergen Department of Human Services - Division of Family Guidance

Under supervision performs the more responsible work involved in providing needed psychiatric and social services for youth residing at Juvenile Detention Center or Youth Shelter as well as caregivers, community stake holders, court liaison and other service providers; does other related duties as required.

Job Responsibilities:

Performs the more responsible work involved in organizing tasks concerned with social problems of clients.
Participates in professional and weekly related case management and supervision meetings.
Confers with psychiatrists and other professional personnel relevant to a client's total treatment.
Performs the more responsible work involved in interviewing clients, their families, and other concerned persons and obtains significant social and other data needed for diagnosis and treatment.
Performs the more responsible work involved in providing social work services to clients who need help in making satisfactory adjustments and interviews their relatives and other interested persons in order that clients may achieve suitable adjustments.
Formulates psychosocial diagnosis.
Collaborates with others to analyze/evaluate social data bearing on emotional problems and participates in group programs.
Prepares reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Supervises the maintenance of records and files.

Schedule:

Full-time. Multiple evenings required.

Education/License/Certifications & Experience:

Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or related field.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred.
Licensed Social Worker (LSW) required.
Experience working with adolescents preferred.
Two (2) years of experience in psychiatric social work.

Other Requirements:

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work under time deadlines.
Computer literacy (MS Excel and Word).
Bi-Lingual Spanish preferred.
Valid NJ Driver’s License.

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Maintenance Supervisor, Grounds - County of Bergen Department of Parks & Recreation – Division of Park Operations

Under the direction of the Park Manager, the employee will supervise and work with staff performing grounds and/or turf maintenance tasks and do other related duties as required.

Job Responsibilities Include (but not limited to):

Maintains essential records and files.
Prepares clear, sound, accurate and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Assist with timesheets and schedules, under the direction of the park manager .
Supervises and works with staff performing grounds and/or turf maintenance tasks.
Ensures staff keeps lawns, gardens, parks, and other outside areas healthy and visually appealing.
Trims and cuts grass and hedges.
Operates lawn mowers, weed trimmings, edgers, leaf blowers, snow blowers, hedge trimmers and other equipment associated with ground maintenance and landscaping activities.
Performs minor maintenance on mowers and other equipment including changing oil, lubricating parts, and making adjustments.
Supervises the work operations and/or functional programs and has responsibility for effectively recommending the hiring, firing, promoting, demoting and/or disciplining of employees.
Supervises the storage of equipment and supplies.
Marks athletic fields and other recreational/game areas, fills holes in playgrounds, regrades ball fields and keeps play area free of debris and dangerous obstructions.
Water trees, shrubs, and lawns.
Paints signs, benches, tables, bleachers, and other items as required.
Picks up refuse and litter from grounds.
Shovels and removes snow and ice from designated areas, sweeps walks and spreads salt.
Rake leaves and debris.
May operate motorized or electric snow removal equipment.
Sprays for weeds and insects using unrestricted chemicals.
Loads and unloads trucks.
Clean restrooms.

Education Requirements:

High School Diploma.

Schedule:

Full Time – OT occasional.
Able to work weekends, holiday and varied shifts.

Other:

Three (3) year of experience in the care and maintenance of grounds and one (1) year of the experience indicated above must have been in lead worker or assistant supervisor capacity.
Possess valid in New Jersey driver’s license.
Valid CDL license (preferred).
Appointees may be required to obtain a pesticide applicator certification issued by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
Skilled in various trade laborer such as carpentry, masonry, plumbing, mechanics, and electric.

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Maintenance Worker 1, Grounds - County of Bergen Department of Parks & Recreation – Division of Park Operations

Under the direction of the Park Manger or Maintenance Supervisor, the employee will perform routine work in caring for and maintain park grounds, athletic fields/turf and related equipment, recreational areas, facility grounds and other landscaped and lawn area and performs other related duties as required.

Job Responsibilities Include (but not limited to):

Learns to keep lawns, gardens, parks, and outside areas healthy and visually appealing.
Trims and cuts grass and hedges.
Operates lawn mowers, weed wackers, edgers, leaf blowers and snow blowers, hedge trimmers and other equipment associated with ground maintenance and landscaping activities. Performs minor maintenance on mowers and other equipment including chaining oil, lubricating parts, and making adjustments.
Marks athletic fields and other recreational/game areas. Fills holes in playgrounds, regrades ball fields and keeps play area free of debris and dangerous obstructions.
Picks up refuse and litter from grounds.
Shovels and removes snow and ice from designated areas, sweeps walks and spreads salt.
Rakes leaves and debris.
Sets up bleachers.
Operate motorized or electric snow removal equipment.
Sprays for weeds and insects using unrestricted chemicals.
Paints signs, benches, tables, bleachers, and other items as required.
Loads and unloads trucks.
Clean restrooms.
Able to operate a chainsaw.
Able to work weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.

Education Requirements:

High School Diploma.

Schedule:

Full Time – OT occasional.

Other:

NJ Driver’s License.
Possess valid CDL license (preferred).
Appointees may be required to obtain a pesticide applicator certification issued by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
Skilled in various trade laborer such as carpentry, masonry, plumbing, mechanics, and electrics.
One (1) year of experience in the care and maintenance of grounds.

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Cisco Engineer-Management Information Systems Specialist - County of Bergen Department of Administration and Finance - Division of Information Technology

Under direction, the Management Information Systems Cisco Specialist/Engineer will install, support, maintain, and troubleshoot data center networking equipment; does other related duties as required.

Job Responsibilities (may include but not limited to)

Evaluates, selects, and utilizes software and hardware monitors, analyzers, and simulators for measuring systems performance and projecting new systems performance to improve hardware utilization and attain optimum application programs.
Install, support, maintain and troubleshoot data center networking equipment.
Provision network ports, IP addresses and other services.
Provide on call support as required, interface with vendors, carriers, and end-users.
Provide guidance and leadership to less experienced engineers.
Work with minimal supervision and instruction on routine work and develop implementation approaches on new assignments.
Installs, maintains, and upgrades internal computer hardware and software systems.
Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and resolves network/server issues.
Tests and evaluates new hardware systems, software products, and terminal devices.
Prepares clear, technically sound, accurate, and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Maintains essential records, reports, and files.

Schedule

Full-time

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent.

Experience/Other Requirements

Background supporting telephone systems a plus.
Must have Cisco CCNP or higher certification.
5-7 years supporting enterprise networks in a Data Center environment.
Familiarity with Cisco ACI concepts and/or experience with ACI installations preferred.
Deep expertise and experience supporting FMC and FTD.
Knowledge of routing protocols including OSPF, and BGR.
Ability to perform complex troubleshooting, including capturing and analyzing network packet traces.
Problem-solving skills.

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

Mechanic / Full-Time

Under direction, performs skilled mechanical work involving the maintenance, repair and servicing of various types of motor vehicle and/or motorized construction equipment; does other related work as required.

Job responsibilities:

Duties may include but are not limited to:

Repairs engines and components, power trains, suspension systems, and other mechanical units of such motor vehicles as automobiles, vans, and/or such construction equipment as trucks, buses, bulldozers, tractors, cranes, road graders, power shovels, or similar equipment.
Obtains description of mechanical problems form driver of vehicle and/or test drives the vehicle or uses testing equipment such as motor analyzers, spark plug testers, or compression gauges to locate and identify the problem
Removes, cleans, or replaces defective parts such as spark plugs, wheel cylinders, mufflers, tail pipes, or brake shoes
Repairs or replaces parts such as pistons, rods, gears, valves, and bearings using mechanic’s hand tools
Overhauls or replaces carburetors, blowers, generators, distributors, starter, and pumps
Mends damaged body and fenders by hammering out of filling in dents and welding broken parts
Overhauls and repairs electrical systems and components
Drives a vehicle such as a pickup truck, tow truck and so forth to various locations to service disables motor vehicles

Requirements:

Knowledge of :
- Varied types of motors and equipment and their operation
- Procedures for diagnosing the reasons for motor failure and the steps necessary to correct the condition
- Makeup, operation, and installation procedures for all components and systems of vehicles such as engines, transmissions, front and rear-end assemblies, electrical and hydraulic systems
Successful completion of one (1) year of training in gas engine repair at an accredited community college of vocational school
Two (2) years of experience in the maintenance, and repair of various types of motor vehicles and/or construction equipment such as bulldozers, tractors, cranes, road graders, power shovels, or similar
Applicants who do not possess the required year of formal training may substitute one (1) additional year of experience
An Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification in one of the following from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence may be substituted for the formal training: A-1 Engine Repair, A-6 Electrical/Electronic Systems, A-8 Engine Performance
Possess a valid New Jersey driver’s license
Appointees may be required to possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and applicable endorsements for the class and type of vehicles they operate

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Mosquito Control Inspector – Public Works

The Mosquito Control Inspector will perform routine duties that include field inspection work in the control and extermination of mosquitoes. The inspector is responsible for mosquito control and surveillance activities to aid the County's larvicide and adulticide programs. The inspector follows established routines with specific instructions received from supervisors on all new assignments. This is a full time position, Monday – Friday, 7AM – 3:30PM.

Job Responsibilities:

Duties may include but are not limited to:

Inspections of suspected mosquito breeding places in residential and rural areas.
Collect mosquito larvae from the field
Recording all daily activities, updates data, and reports mosquito problems to supervisor as needed in a timely manner.
Utilize appropriate control method(s), applies the control method(s) in accordance with the applicable laws with the DEP and State of NJ.

Requirements:

NJ driver’s license.
Obtain NJ pesticide operator’s license within 6 months of being hired. Courses and training will be provided by the County of Bergen.

Listed below are desired, but not required:

Training certification in mosquito biology and control techniques
At least one (1) year of experience using larvicide equipment and turbine sprayer (i.e., calibration of equipment, measuring/mixing, loading, and testing of biological larvicide materials, such as Vectobac or similar products).
At least one (1) year of experience with Surveillance and Testing activities (i.e., setting up traps, dip sampling, larval counts, data collection and analysis)
At least one (1) year of experience working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness, and speed in the use of fingers, hands, or limbs on repetitive operation of mechanical or electronic office equipment or tools within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Motor Vehicle Operator - Division of Community Transportation

Full time position

Job Description:

Transport Senior Citizens and Disabled Persons to medical appointments, food shopping and Senior Centers.

Job Responsibilities:

Deliver Meals on Wheels

Skills:

CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement preferred.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Motor Broom Driver/Truck Driver - County of Bergen Department of Public Works – Operations Division

Under direction, drives a motorized sweeping machine that cleans streets, parking lots, gutters and other areas to remove trash and other accumulations; does other duties as required

Knowledge and Abilities: (may include but not limited to)

Responsible for sweeping County Roads in all 70 municipalities
Required to snow plow as per Bergen County’s Snow Operation Plan
Required to drive other Operations Division vehicles
Ensuring proper placement of advance warning signage, traffic cones if necessary
Responsible for daily logging and documenting of all swept roads throughout the County
Refills motor broom vehicle’s water tank and disposes of refuse in piles for later removal
Cleans, services, and make minor repairs to motor broom sweeper
Basic tablet computer skills

Requirements:

One (1) year of experience in driving a truck or in driving motorized lifting and moving, sweeping, excavating, grading, paving, earth moving, or related construction vehicles
Class B CDL with Tanker Endorsement required

Schedule:

Full time and overtime as needed

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Painter - County of Bergen Department of Public Works – Division of General Services

Under direction of a Crew Supervisor, applies paint, and other coating materials to various surfaces from ground level and/or scaffolds, platforms, and ladders at various heights, using brushes, rollers, and spray guns; follows accepted methods and uses proper materials and/or tools to prepare various surfaces for painting; cares for and cleans standard painting tools; does related work as required.

Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to)

May work alone or as a member of a team, on both indoor and outdoor assignments.
Prepares surfaces utilizing various methods which may include sandpaper, wire brushes, or steel wool, and removes loose and old paint from surfaces using paint remover, scrapes, or wire brushes to properly coat, cover and adhere to the surface.
Fills nail holes, cracks, and joints with putty, spackle, or other fillers to make a suitable surface for the finish coat.
Uses premixed paints or prepares paints to match specific colors by mixing required portions of tints and colorants to obtain proper colors, hues, and shades.
Thins, stirs, and mixes paint to obtain proper consistency.
Applies paint or other coating materials to various surfaces with brushes, rollers, and spray guns, and observes that the paint finish meets surface protection requirements.
Applies various coating materials such as varnish, stain, shellac, lacquer, or enamel using brushes and/or other related tools, methods, and techniques to refinish cabinets, desks, chairs, or doors, or to decorate and protect interior or exterior surface, trim, and fixtures of buildings, and other structures.
Paints various surfaces including cramped and hard to reach places, from ladders scaffolds, and platforms at varied heights, using brushes, rollers, or spray guns.
Erects various types of scaffolding such as prefabricated metal or aluminum, wooden and/or swing stages (suspended by ropes or cables attached to roof hooks or outriggers), "A" ladders, window jacks, or ladder jacks, or ladder jacks by following standard methods to paint tall buildings and structures.
Receives oral and written work orders outlining the work to be done and methods to be used to accomplish the job according to specifications.
Cleans and cares for brushes, rollers, and other equipment using water, turpentine, paint thinner, or other cleaning materials.

Education/Experience Requirements:

High School Diploma
Three (3) years of experience in work involving the painting and repainting of the interior and exterior of buildings and structures.

Schedule:

Per Diem

Other:

Valid New Jersey Driver’s License

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Principal Data Processing Systems Programmer - County of Bergen Department of Administration and Finance - Division of Information Technology

Under direction, the SQL Programmer controls and maintains the highly technical computer operating systems associated with computers and directs the operations, systems, and programming function toward optimum utilization of available hardware and software; does other related duties as required.

Job Responsibilities (may include but not limited to)

Manage databases to allow secure and easy access to stored databases for authorized users. Oversee the creation of improved structure and design of these databases, customizing them to meet specific needs of users.
Coordinate and develop working relationships with IT users to support and develop in-house applications in a cross-functional environment.
Backup SQL Server databases.
Database design and management.
Development of VB applications with MS Access as the front end and SQL Server as the back end.
Develop MS Access applications including data modeling, and creation of tables, queries, forms, reports, and macros.
Develop and maintain web-based applications in VB.NET.
Prepares clear, technically sound, and accurate reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Directs the maintenance of records and files.

Schedule

Full-time

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent.

Experience/Other Requirements

Five (5) years of experience as a SQL Server Developer, SQL Database Programmer and MS Access programmer.
Experience with scripting languages such as PHP.
Experience with JavaScript (knowledge and understanding). Need to be able to collaborate with back-end web developers.
Experience creating stored procedures, functions, views, and SSIS packages.
Advanced proficiency in MS Access (MS Access 2010 - Office 365).
Advanced knowledge of MS Access VBA programming.
Proficient in developing and maintaining SQL databases, programming in MS Access, and developing web-based applications, preferably using PHP language and JavaScript for the front end and SQL Server as the back end.
Proficiency in SQL Queries. Experience in writing complex queries.
Basic understanding of front-end languages like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Problem-solving skills.

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

Program Coordinator Drug and Alcohol Abuse – County of Bergen Department of Human Services – Division of Mental Health and Addictions Services

Under the Bergen County Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services, plans, develops, implements, administers, and coordinates drug and alcohol abuse prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation programs; does related work as required.

Job Responsibilities (may include but not limited to):

Monitors and evaluates the drug and/or alcohol services contracted out to public or private agencies or organizations.
Ensures efficient collection and retrieval of program data necessary for preparation and submittal of reports, applications, and proposals required or requested by applicable funding, supporting, or contracting agencies.
Prepares and submits grants to obtain federal and state funding for substance use related services.
Supports Division with planning and representation at community events, and Division communication development.
Understands and shares information about current evidence-based intervention for prevention, early intervention, treatment, and recovery support services.
Works collaboratively with Division, providers, state personnel and community at large.

Schedule:

Full-time.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree.
Master’s degree preferred.

Other Requirements:

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Computer literacy (MS Excel and Word).
Four (4) years of administrative experience in an addictions-related program. (Master’s degree may be substituted for part of the experience).
Driver’s license valid in New Jersey

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Program Development Specialist, Aging - County of Bergen Department of Human Services – Division of Senior Services

Under direction, focuses efforts on increasing the connections to affordable, accessible, and integrated housing options for seniors seeking housing and individuals who are aging-in-place.

Knowledge and Abilities: (may include but not limited to)

Position is the subject matter expert on housing in the Division of Senior Services Information & Assistance (I&A) Unit
Oversees a housing inventory including both subsidized and unsubsidized units throughout the County and develops relationships with housing providers, municipal housing officers, landlords, and real estate professionals
Establishes a sharable publication listing of affordable units, application process, and eligibility requirements. Starts a monthly email notification list to send announcements about waiting list openings and further housing opportunities for elderly/disabled persons
Facilitates counseling services relating to inquiries, request for information and assistant from older adults, caregivers, people with disabilities and social workers. Services can including helping clients with housing applications, request for subsides, and other financial assistance programs such as food programs, utility assistances, home repair, property tax relief, Medicate Savings Programs, Medicaid, and additional programs
Documents direct client contacts in database including a narrative summary, and logs service units
Supports the I& A Senior Help Line workers to provide relevant housing information, urgent housing inquiries where eviction or homelessness might be at risk
Offers in-service training on housing-related issues to service providers and staff of the Division of Senior Services and Division of Disability Servies.
Creates awareness campaigns of currents programs such as property tax exemptions, the Home Improvement Program, reverse mortgages, and provide in-person assistance to fill out applications
Provide information and technical assistance to consumer-led groups and coalitions on housing issues and innovations so they have the knowledge to advocate for affordable and accessible housing in their communities

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in gerontology, psychology, sociology, social work, or related field.

Schedule:

Full Time / 40 hours/week; evenings maybe required.

Other:

Minimum of at least (2) two years of relevant experience in social services work
Experience working with the elderly and affordable housing or any equivalent combination of experience
Knowledge of interviewing methods, regulations pertaining to housing and social services programs for elderly including Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid programs as well as local community resources.
Proficiency in Word/Excel

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Public Health Nurse – Per Diem - County of Bergen Department of Health Services – Division of Public Health

Under direction, provides public health interventions; uses knowledge from nursing, social and public health sciences to promote and protect the health of populations through the performance of core public health functions and the delivery of essential public health services; does related work as required.

Knowledge and Abilities: (may include but not limited to)

Knowledge of the principles and practices of public health nursing.
Knowledge of health counseling methods.
Knowledge of standard nursing procedures.
Knowledge of interview techniques, and the methods used to gather data.
Knowledge of first aid procedures.
Ability to recognize adverse signs and symptoms in patients.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those interested or involved in the work of the program.
Ability to provide health counseling to patients and families.
Ability to develop health care plans in conjunction with other professionals.
Ability to select proper nursing procedures and techniques of patient care.
Ability to maintain medical records and files.

Education Requirements:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Nursing or Public Health.

Schedule:

Per Diem.
Maximum 29 hours per week.
Day shift only, no on-call or weekends.

Other:

3+ years as a RN, BSN-Current RN license in good standing.
Experience in one or multiple areas of nursing concentration such as: hospital med-surg, school nursing (certification not mandatory), home care, public health, outpatient clinics, and pediatrics.
Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
New Jersey Driver’s license.
Multi-lingual a plus.
Keen assessment, documentation, and computer skills.
Excellent computer skills.

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Public Safety Telecommunicators (PSTs)

Full-Time

Bergen County Communications is accepting applications for experienced full time Public Safety Telecommunicators (PSTs).

Must be certified in EMD, Basic Telecommunicator and CPR.
Salary, according to salary guide, will be commensurate with experience.
Salary includes holiday pay and may also include shift differential.
PSTs work a Pitman Schedule (7am-7pm, 7pm-7am), this includes four hours of automatic overtime due to schedule.
Health benefits are also included for full time employees.

We are also accepting applications for per diem PSTs. Experience is preferred but is not needed.

Please indicate whether you are applying for F/T or Per Diem.

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Registered Environmental Health Specialist, Public Health - County of Bergen – Department of Health

Under direction, performs sanitary inspection and environmental health work involving in the enforcement of relevant sanitary, environmental, and public health laws and rules within the concerned jurisdiction; conducts inspections, investigations, and educational outreach activities; performs other related duties as required and/or necessary.

Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of problems/procedures involved in sanitary inspection and environmental health work for the enforcement of relevant sanitary, environmental, and public health laws, rules, and ordinances.
Ability to assess environmental health risks and influences on humans and the environment.
Ability to interpret relevant public health laws and apply them to specific cases.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers and others involved in the work of the unit.
Ability to prepare reports, maintain records and files; ability to testify accurately in court.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Example/s of Work – may include but are not limited to:

Responsible for conducting field inspections and/or investigations in accordance with the provisions of the New Jersey State Sanitary Code in such areas as: retail food establishments; public recreational bathing; tanning facilities; youth camps; body art procedures; animal care facilities; public health nuisances; and communicable disease control.

Schedule:

40 hours per week, Monday – Friday
Rotating on call schedule

Experience/Other:

One (1) year of experience as a REHS at either a local, county, or state health department is preferred but not required.
Applicant must possess excellent writing and communication skills and will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by this office.

Education/Licensure:

Preferred Additional Qualifications: In-depth working knowledge of on-site wastewater disposal systems (septic systems) and Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor license are a plus.
Possession of a valid Registered Environmental Health Specialist License issued by the New Jersey Department of Health is required.

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Security Guard / Full Time - Division of Safety & Security

Under direction, patrols the grounds, buildings, and other areas and public facilities to provide protection to persons gathered therein from harm, and guards and protects property against fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal or unauthorized entry; does other related duties as required.

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Sits and views a monitor screen or electronic surveillance board and remains alert to movement on screen which would indicate the presence of unauthorized persons or intruders in restricted area.
Sits or stands at a post and maintains orderly flow of individuals on entering and leaving.
Examines credentials such as employee passes, and press passes at entry point to the building or facility and/or issues special passes to visitors to prevent entry by unauthorized persons and to maintain a permanent record of those using the facility.
Requests verbal or written information from individuals pertaining to their destination, identity, and nature of their visit.
Tells occupants of building to evacuate premises and warns about impending danger from explosives, fires, and so forth to ensure an orderly and safe exit.
Checks cars in restricted parking areas such as employee or visitor parking lots for parking authorization stickers and issues warning or citation to prevent use of these areas by unauthorized individuals.

Schedule:

40 hours per week.
24/7 operation.
Monday through Sunday depending on shift; day (7-3), evening (3-11) , or midnight (11 -7);

Education Requirements:

High School Diploma

Other:

Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred but not required.
Possess a valid New Jersey driver license.
Knowledge of problems involved in safeguarding large areas including buildings and grounds in that area.
Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions.
Ability to remain cool and decisive in emergency situations.
Ability to follow prescribed procedures.
Ability to analyze simple problems.
Ability to learn quickly from oral and written explanations and from demonstrations.
Ability to note significant conditions by observation and to take proper action in accord with prescribed procedures.

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Senior Engineer – Bridges - Division of Engineering

The Bergen County Department Planning and Engineering is seeking a Structural (Bridge) Engineer with 10 years' experience and Professional Engineer's License to join the County Engineering Division located in Hackensack, New Jersey. The candidate is required to possess thorough knowledge of NJDOT design standards for steel and concrete structures and NJDOT Standard Specification for Road and Bridge Construction. Responsibilities include reviewing concept plans, preliminary and final engineering plans, structural calculations, technical specifications, engineer's estimates, etc. prepared by engineering consultants for complete bridge replacements and rehabilitations. Responsible to oversee all phases of project development including scheduling, planning, design, permitting, technical specifications, inspection, contract plans and documents, cost estimates, and DOT/FHWA compliance.

Required Skills & Experience:

BS in Civil Engineering. MS in Structural Engineering is a plus.
Experience with NJDOT design standards, procedures and requirements.
Experience with current NJDOT Design Exception Manual.
Experience with current AASHTO Geometric Design of Highways and Streets manual
Experience with current AASHTO LRFD design code, LRFR, and NJDOT manuals and procedures.
Experience with NJDOT County Aid and Local Bridge Fund (LBF) grant requirements and compliance.
Experience in Micro Station and AutoCAD. Experience in Primavera Project schedule is a plus.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Possess a Professional Engineer's license in the state of New Jersey or the ability to obtain within 6 months.
Possess a valid driver's license.

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Social/Family Service Worker Trainee – County of Bergen Department of Human Services – Division of Special Child Health Services

Under direct supervision of a supervisory official in a local government social service agency candidate will, perform office and field work required in providing continuing preventive and rehabilitative social services to clients and their families; aiding individuals/families having problems which adversely affect their family unit or personal lives: does other related duties as required.

Knowledge and Abilities:

Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently.
Ability to effectively organize work by establishing priorities in day-to-day tasks.
Ability to gather and analyze information.
Ability to analyze and evaluate case records.
Ability to evaluate and identify client needs and provide recommendations for services.
Knowledge of problems associated with those experiencing social, economic, and other difficulties.
Knowledge of the resources likely to be required by those experiencing social, economic and/or other difficulties.

Education Requirements:

Meet the standards for any professional level early intervention personnel position (Special Education Teacher, Social Worker, Psychologist, Speech Language Pathologist, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Nurse, etc.)

or

Possess a Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution in a related health, human service, or education field; AND at least one year of documented professional experience working with children and families in a counseling, supporting, or case management role. Documented professional experience is preferably with individuals’ birth to five years of age and their families.

Schedule:

Full time – some weekends/evenings may be required.

Other:

Possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Excellent computer skills.
Bi-lingual preferred, but not required.
Valid New Jersey driver’s license.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Social Service Assistant – Bi-lingual – (Spanish & English) – Department of Human Services

Under direction, performs paraprofessional work involved in the operations of a social service program; gathers and records significant social, financial, and pertinent information about their clients and/or implements selected aspects of the program; does other related duties as required.

Knowledge and Abilities:

Obtains and processes new client applications for home delivered meal service including nutrition screening; enters data in State mandated SAMS computer program
Responds to telephone inquiries regarding Meals on Wheels program in a timely manner and ensures information received is accurate
Fields incoming telephone calls from clients to suspend/resume service
Handles client comments and complaints calmly and politely; ensures that client issues are sufficiently resolved
Replies immediately to driver questions, follows up and assures well-being of clients who did not answer the door upon attempted delivery by MOW driver, contacts local police for wellbeing check when necessary
Updates driver route listings daily to ensure accurate delivery information and client satisfaction
Conducts semi-annual reassessments including nutrition screening; enters data, assess results, makes appropriate referral based on assessment
Supports coworkers with SFMNP (Farmer’s Market vouchers), congregate nutrition and HealthEASE wellness programs
Gives basic instruction to clients in such matters as menu planning, meal preparation, determining caloric content of various foods, and food preservation
Participates in community health fairs and elicits prospective client’s enrollment in the nutritional program
Assists dietitians in counseling clients regarding food safety to improve their nutritional status
Performs other tasks and duties as assigned by supervisor

Schedule:

40 hours per week, Monday – Friday

Education Requirements:

Associate degree from an accredited college with a major course of study in nutrition care or dietetics

Other Requirements:

Bilingual Spanish/English – must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in Spanish and English.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

Social Service Assistant (Bi-Lingual) - Meals-on-Wheels Coordinator

The Bergen County Department of Human Services, Division on Disability Services provides a balanced meal, Monday through Friday, to eligible individuals with disabilities, between the ages of 18 and 59.

Disabled Meals-on-Wheels (DMOW) assists those who are homebound and unable to prepare meals. Its purpose is to support individuals with disabilities to preserve their independence within their community. While helping persons remain independent, our office strives to improve the consumer’s overall living conditions through referrals to agencies and self-help organizations.

The DMOW aids adults with permanent or temporary disabilities, either through physical, mental, or emotional causes. Cases reviewed on basis of a person’s living condition, contact with friends and family, ability to obtain food, cooking facilities, abilities to plan and prepare meals, and other factors involved in meal preparation.

Job Responsibilities:

Interview clients and gather necessary program information.
Conduct assessments and re-assessment to determine program eligibility.
Coordinate meal services and deliveries.
Maintain client data in database
Generate monthly reports.
Provide case management and referrals to other social agencies in community.
Survey program participants on annual basis to assess program satisfaction and effectiveness.
Perform community outreach.
Review and maintain program records and files.
Contact and preserve cooperative relationships with other social agencies.
Document and address client complaints and concerns.
Collaborate with social agencies to provide information and resources concerning nutrition.
Maintain consistent communication with program participants.
Assists in projects for the agency and gathers other routine data as needed.

Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 40 hours/week

Qualifications & Skills:

Completion of at least 60 credits from an accredited college or university.
Experience and knowledge working with individuals with disabilities
Basic computer proficiency.
Exemplary time management and organization skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Valid Driver's license required.
Bilingual Spanish speaking required.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (EOE)

Social Work Supervisor – County of Bergen Department of Human Services – Division of Alternatives to Domestic Violence

Under direction of a supervisory official, supervises a group of social service staff involved in the identification of complex social problems and the administration of social service programs designed to assist active, former, and potential welfare clients; does other related duties as required.

Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to):

Supervises, leads, and guides staff.
Develop and implement appropriate social service standards, strategies, services, policies, procedures, and techniques.
Assumes responsibility for comprehensive understanding of the social service system to which assigned and may be expected to offer recommendations and suggestions regarding corrections in that system when service delivery is found to be below acceptable standards or professional standards as established by professional bodies.
May represent the agency in public meetings or in interagency meetings.
Consults and makes appraisals and evaluations of the work efficiency of individual staff members and makes recommendations regarding their assignments, while fostering an environment of professionalism and empathy.
Coordinate with outside services to enhance service delivery.
Analyzes, comprehends, and interprets welfare laws, rules, regulations, and procedures and applies them with reasonable consistency.
Analyzes social data with the purpose of using such data for improvement of the system to which it is assigned.
Plans, organizes, and assigns work of the organizational unit and evaluates employee performance and conduct, enabling the effective recommendation of the hiring, firing, promoting, and disciplining of subordinates.
Evaluates performance of social workers, gives them assignments and instructions, and supervises their work to ensure the highest standards of care and support for victims of domestic abuse.
Prepares clear, sound, accurate, and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Supervises the establishment and maintenance of records and files.

Schedule:

Full-time

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree supplemented by a Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Guidance and Counseling or other field related to social work or social services.
Valid license in social work, psychology, or a related field.

Other:

Strong verbal and written communication skills with proven track record of successful stakeholder collaboration.
Computer literacy (MS Excel and Word).
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a domestic abuse services role.
In-depth knowledge of domestic abuse dynamics, with a proven ability to mentor and guide staff.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Social Worker Bilingual Spanish/English – County of Bergen - Division of Family Guidance

Under direct supervision of a Social Work Supervisor in a county welfare agency, performs office and field work required in providing continuing preventive and rehabilitative social services to clients and their families; does other related duties as required.

Knowledge and Responsibilities (may include but not limited to):

Knowledge of principles and techniques of conducting interviews and acquiring information from clients who need social services.
Knowledge of problems associated with the economically disadvantaged and culturally different, ill and disabled individuals, juvenile delinquents, the elderly, and drug/alcohol abusers.
Knowledge of principles and techniques of counseling clients regarding personal, economic, emotional, and social problems.
Knowledge of functions of available community resources including social security, vocational rehabilitation, mental health, homemaker services, visiting nurses, and so forth.
Knowledge of principles and techniques of maintaining effective interpersonal relations including techniques of handling various types of client-worker interaction and developing liaisons with other agencies.
Knowledge of principles and techniques of preparing narrative reports.
Knowledge of techniques of effective written expression including grammar, word usage, and conciseness.
Knowledge of techniques of conducting investigations regarding abuse.
Interviews and case management plan development at the Bergen County Jail.
Provide Parenting classes at the Bergen County Jail.
In-home interviews with youth, siblings,
and caregivers.
Develop comprehensive case management plans for each family with input from the youth, caregivers, and social service staff.
Link youth and caregivers to appropriate services within the community as needed.
Facilitate communication between youth and other stakeholders including legal representatives, care management representatives and family members.
Participate in weekly case management meetings.
Collaborate with other social services staff daily to ensure proper attention to client’s needs.

Schedule:

40 hours per week, weekdays, Saturdays, and evenings required.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in social work or psychology.

Other Requirements:

Bi-lingual Spanish required
Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
Computer literacy in MS Windows, Word, and Excel
Driver’s license
Must work evenings

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

Social Worker - Department of Human Services – Division of Alternatives to Domestic Violence

Under direct supervision of a supervisory official in a local government social service agency candidate will, perform office and field work required in providing continuing preventive and rehabilitative social services to clients and their families; aiding individuals/families having problems which adversely affect their family unit or personal lives: does other related duties as required.

Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of the principles of social work.
Knowledge of the methods used to conduct interviews.
Knowledge of the methods used to gather and analyze information.
Knowledge of problems associated with those experiencing social, economic, and other difficulties.
Knowledge of the resources likely to be required by those experiencing social, economic and/or other difficulties.
Ability to gather and analyze information.
Ability to analyze and evaluate case records.
Ability to evaluate and identify client needs and provide recommendations for services.
Ability to interpret rules and regulations and apply them to specific situations.
Ability to maintain essential records and files.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those interested or involved with the work of the unit.
Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Education Requirements:

Master’s degree (preferred) in either behavioral or social service field.
Minimum of two (2) years of counseling experience that may include: bio-psychosocial assessment; crisis intervention, hotline, and facilitation of individual and group counseling sessions.
Experience in the field of domestic violence (preferred).

Schedule:

Monday – Friday / 40hrs/wk

Other:

Possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Excellent computer skills.
Bilingual language skills are a plus.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

SOCIAL WORKER SUBSTANCE ABUSE #03738

COUNTY OF BERGEN – DIVISION OF MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION SERVICES

Under direction, performs various field and office work involved in aiding substance abusers in rehabilitation programs and assists them with their problems; does related work as required.

Knowledge and Job Responsibilities:

Knowledge of psychological and social problems of chemically dependent persons.
Knowledge of the methods used to gather and analyze information.
Knowledge of interviewing techniques.
Knowledge of the principle of social work.
Knowledge of the public and private resources providing rehabilitation to substance abusers.
Knowledge of the signs and symptoms of addiction.
Conducts clinical intakes of new clients using a trauma- informed approach and identifies service needs using evidence-based assessment tools
Provides clinical services including individual, group, family and didactic psychotherapy sessions for clients with co- occurring diagnosis
Knowledge of substance abuse disorders and community resources in Bergen County and maintains familiarity with new programs and initiatives within the state and county level.
Develops comprehensive clinical case management, treatment, and service plan for each patient, integrating knowledge from a wide range of clinical and human service resources.
Participates in in service trainings and case conferences.
Participates in community events and conducts presentations to community providers.
Maintaining client records and documentation in accordance with state/facility regulations.

Schedule:

40 hours per week, Monday – Friday
Some evenings

Education Requirements/Other:

Master’s degree with two years of full-time experience in a substance use treatment facility
Bachelor’s degree and five years’ experience in a substance use treatment facility
A professional and /or clinical license required: CADC, and/ or LCSW, LCADC, LPC, or LAC

*Please note that this is an ideal opportunity for candidates seeking Licensure as an LSW, LCADC or LCSW. New clinical hires would be provided with weekly individual and group supervision, with a senior clinician who has an LCADC/LCSW, in accordance with licensure requirements for the supervision pertaining to NJ license obtainment.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Social Worker – County of Bergen Department of Human Services – Division of Veterans Services

Under direct supervision will assist in leading and managing the social services division by performing office and field work required by providing continuing preventive and rehabilitative social services to veterans and their families; does other related duties as required.

Job Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

Complete intakes from Veterans, Surviving Spouses, and their children.
Manage the Veterans database tracker.
Attend outreach events.
Assist Veterans and families in completing necessary paperwork required to enroll in public and community programs.
Conduct field visits to Veterans and surviving spouses who do not have the ability to leave their home due to disability.
Working together with other team members to address Veteran and family needs.
Guide Veterans and families with housing search and employment placement.
Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
Work closely with the Director and Veterans Service Officer to ensure the veterans receive the best care possible.

Schedule:

Full-time.

Education/Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in social science or related field.
Minimum two years’ experience working with Veterans and Social Services.

Other Requirements:

Veteran preferred, but not required.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, data systems and technology.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
Ability to work well in a cooperative, team-oriented environment.
Effective multi-tasker.
New Jersey Driver’s License.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Substance Abuse Counselor Intern

Availability on nights, weekends and holidays
The position would include the following tasks/responsibilities:
Monitor Urine screens
Intake searching of client belongings
Room searches
Client transportation
Driver’s license
Resident monitoring
General activity oversight
Assigned tasks pertaining to facility operations
Didactic group and activity facilitation
Experience in anger de-escalating clients in distress
Prior experience working and or prior education in treatment of Substance Use Disorder
Client medication monitoring
Must have a minimum of a high school diploma.
Willingness to attend classes toward CADC
Per diem employee to work up to 29.5 hours per week.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Summer Camp Educator (Per Diem/Seasonal) – County of Bergen Department of Parks – Division of Bergen County Zoo

Under the direction of the Zoo Education Staff, Per Diem and Seasonal educators’ primary responsibility will be teaching curriculum to both private and public groups in addition to performing all duties necessary to provide our guests with outstanding Amphitheater experiences and Birthday Parties; does other related duties.

Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to)

Teach weekly themed pre-approved curriculum for zoo camp.
Develop and teach curriculum for camp.
Lead and supervise crafts, games, and activities relevant to zoo camp.
Daily set-up and clean-up of classroom space and program materials.
Maintain a clean and organized working space.
Occasional organizational and clerical tasks.
Attend all staff trainings.
Ability to work autonomously and as a team member.
Project a professional image that reflects positively on the Zoo and County of Bergen.
Perform additional duties, as assigned.

Education/Experience Requirements:

College student or graduate working towards a degree in education, animal sciences, environmental science, biology, or a related field.
Comfortable handling live animals, including invertebrates and reptiles if applicable.

Schedule:

Per Diem
- Hours, up to 19 hours per week. May work weekends and/or nights.

Seasonal
- Hours, between 29 or 40 hours per week. May work weekends and/or nights.

Other:

The ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time, up to three or more hours.
Ability to use basic office equipment (e.g. computer, copy machine, fax).
Willingness to be open-minded and flexible.
Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Summer Public Educator (Per Diem/Seasonal) – County of Bergen Department of Parks – Division of Bergen County Zoo

Under the direction of the Zoo Education Staff, Per Diem and Seasonal educators’ primary responsibility will be teaching curriculum to both private and public groups in addition to performing all duties necessary to provide our guests with outstanding Amphitheater experiences and Birthday Parties; does other related duties.

Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to)

Provide daily presentations for the
Train the public in animal handling.
Partake in daily animal enrichment and
Develop and teach classes and birthday
Daily set-up and clean-up of classroom space for
Maintain a clean and organized working
Occasional organizational and clerical
Attend all staff
Ability to work autonomously and as a team
Project a professional image that reflects positively on the Zoo and County of
Perform additional duties, as

Education/Experience Requirements:

College student or graduate working towards a degree in education, animal sciences, environmental science, biology, or a related field.
Comfortable handling live animals, including invertebrates and reptiles if applicable.
Animal handling experience is a plus.

Schedule:

Per Diem
- Hours, up to 19 hours per week. May work weekends and/or nights.
Seasonal
- Hours, between 29 or 40 hours per week. May work weekends and/or nights.

Other:

The ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time, up to three or more hours.
Ability to use basic office equipment (e.g. computer, copy machine, fax).
Willingness to be open-minded and flexible.
Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Supervising Animal Keeper - County of Bergen Department of Parks – Bergen County Zoo

Under direction, supervises and works with employees engaged in carrying out a program for the care and feeding and well-being of the animal collection at the Bergen County Zoological Park; does related work as required.

Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to)

Supervises assigned animal keepers to ensure the maximum protection to the mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians within the facility.
Supervises the care and the feeding of the animal collection.
Ensures that pens cages, paddocks, and other areas are kept clean and sanitized.
Performs some maintenance work such as the repair of modifications of animal displays at the facilities.
Trains animal keepers in the natural history and husbandry, training and enrichment of the animal collection and follows up to ensure that the programs are carefully adhered to.
Ensures that the proper level of animal food inventories is constantly maintained and places orders accordingly.
Ability to give suitable assignments and instructions to the animal keeper staff.
Maintains essential records and files.
Take immediate steps to handle animals suffering from injury and illness by following the established procedures of the facility accordingly.
Generates requisitions and keeps an account of all materials and supplies that are needed for the facility.
Takes charge of animal keeper staff as it pertains to their performances and job functions.
Ability to provide training that will guarantee high standards of performance.
Responsible for maintaining and generating a detailed schedule of the animal keeper staff during their working hours.
Responsible for conducting staff meetings to ensure that all animal keepers are aware of issues, concerns, new information, etc. and follow-up on any new business that is presented at those meetings.

Education/Experience Requirements:

S. Degree in biology, life sciences or related field.
5 yrs. Experience working in a zoo facility.
Experience in Animal training.
Required Animal Keeper experience.

Schedule:

Full Time / Over Time as needed

Other:

Knowledge of ZIMS.
Ability to interact or communicate in English sufficiently.
Ability to work harmoniously with associates and persons using the zoo.
Strong written and verbal communication, as well computer skills.
Valid NJ Driver’s License.
Must be able to work outdoors in all weather and have the physical ability to perform strenuous work.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Supervising Substance Abuse Counselor - County of Bergen Department of Health Services – Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services

Under the direction of a supervisory official, plans, develops and supervises counseling components necessary for the treatment and rehabilitation of patients suffering from drug addiction; to engage special populations, such as various ethnic and racial communities and individuals that identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community; performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge and Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to)

Knowledge about populations that have been historically marginalized or under-represented in treatment.
Knowledge of counseling techniques.
Knowledge of the types of training and supportive therapy required for substance abuse.
Participate in supervision and team meetings.
Participate in Division community outreach initiatives.
Engage and collaborate with stakeholders and communities to promote awareness and resources.
Maintain clinical records/project documentation in accordance with requirements.
Provide individual, group and family counseling and didactic sessions.

Conduct clinical intakes as assigned.
Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Education Requirements:

Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC), issued by the Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Examiners, New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, Department of Law and Public Safety.

Schedule:

Full time

Other:

Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in a clinical treating substance use disorder.
Valid New Jersey (NJ) Driver’s License
Possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Excellent computer skills.
Ideal opportunity for candidates seeking licensure such as, LCSW, as supervision will be provided.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Training Technician Bilingual in Spanish and English - County of Bergen - Department of Human Services - Office for Children

Under direction, prepares and conducts in-service training and compiles information and data into a manual form required for courses; does other related duties as required

Knowledge and Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to)

Ensures training offerings identified by Division of Family Development are accessible/available to community served
Creates training offerings related to CCDBG topics developed by DFD including Basic Heatlh and Safety, Birth to Three Standards, Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards, Cultural Responsiveness, Dual Language Learners, and other topics as identified by the DFD
Work with DFD Quality Partners in coordination with Quality Manager
Participate in committee/focus group/workgroup to help DFD plan training to support FCC and Center Based Providers
Utilize NJCCIS for all training offerings and coordinate course codes as identified by DFD
Manage training calendar
Participate in and assist in planning annual conference
May develop standard operating procedures for training purposes
Devises measurable course objectives and corresponding behavioral objectives in teaching outlines and lesson plans to meet appropriate training needs
Establishes evaluative procedures to determine the progress of participants and effectiveness of training program
Provides consultation to staff in planning and developing programs either through in-service training and/or formal educational programs in accredited institutions
Prepares necessary reports and keeps required records and files

Schedule:

Monday – Friday / 40hrs/wk

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field; Master’s Degree preferred
At least (3) three years of experience in training principles
Knowledge of Microsoft Offices, data systems, blackboard systems, virtual platforms, and other relevant technology
Must be registered with the NJ Workforce Registry, maintain membership in the Registry and become an approved Trainer through the Registry Instructor Approval System
Must obtain certification for Infant/Toddler Cae (PITC) within on year of hire
Understanding of Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP), NAEYC standards, Environmental Rating Scales (ERS), and NJ State Standards (Birth to Three, NJ Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards)
Understands reflective supervision

Skills and Special Requirements:

Excellent writing, verbal, and written skills.
Bilingual Spanish/English

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Traffic Engineer Department of Planning & Engineering, Engineering Division Count of Bergen, New Jersey

The Bergen County Department of Planning and Engineering is seeking a licensed professional civil engineer, with at least 5 years of traffic engineering experience. Must be responsible and self-motivated with strong communication and computer skills, including a proficiency in AutoCAD.

Shall be capable of designing traffic signals, signal timings, signing and striping plans, review consultant construction plans, prepare bid documents, and administer intersection improvement construction contracts. Perform reviews of traffic related improvements for site plan and subdivision applications, and address traffic related inquiries from municipal officials.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of Civil Engineering.
Professional Engineer's License.
Valid driver's license.
5+ years of experience in Traffic Engineering.
Strong communication skills, verbal and technical writing skills.
AutoCAD and Microsoft Office experience.
Traffic analysis software experience including HCS, Synchro.
Adaptive Signal software experience a plus.
Experience in review of construction plans including grading, cross-sections, profiles, drainage, etc.
Experience in preparing technical specifications and bid documents.

Job Responsibilities

Evaluate intersections using traffic analysis software, accident data and traffic counts.
Use AutoCAD to prepare traffic signal plans and signing and striping plans.
Prepare traffic signal timing charts.
Monitor Adaptive Traffic Signal Systems.
Prepare bid documents for intersection improvement projects, including plans and technical specifications, etc.
Review construction plans for conformance with Bergen County standards
Administer engineering design, inspection, and construction contracts.
Perform traffic engineering reviews for site plan and subdivision applications submitted for County Planning Board approval.
Analyze traffic signal operation and phasing.

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Tree Maintenance Worker - Division of Parks

Full time position

Job Description:

Responsible for tree removal, trimming, and pruning, which may be required due to environmental, aesthetic, roadway obstruction, or other safety-related factors.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

Cut away dead, obstructive, or excess branches from trees or shrubbery
Utilize chainsaws and hacksaws to safely cut down trees and tree limbs
Climb trees with safety devices or utilize buckets/lifts to properly cut down limbs and prune trees; remove branches away from power lines and reshape trees to aesthetically pleasing shapes
Remove debris and cart away large logs and limbs for disposal; and clear parks, facilities, and roads of tree branches, fallen trees, and other debris
May be required to water/fertilize trees, spray and treat diseased trees, and apply tar to cut surfaces to seal in moisture.

Skills:

Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions involved in tree maintenance work.
Experience with tree removal and use of cutting/pruning equipment preferred.

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Veterinarian - Division of Animal Services

Bergen County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is an open-admission, municipal shelter taking in about 5,000 animals annually. We are committed to providing compassionate and humane care for the animals promoting the cause of animal welfare within our community. We adhere to a no-kill philosophy under the guidelines of the Asilomar Accords.

Essential Duties:

Supervise State mandated disease control program with a solid understanding of “herd health” and having the ability to review and update standard operating procedures.
Complete intake exams, daily rounds, diagnose and provide treatment plans for shelter animals.
Ability to perform high volume spay/neuter procedures, dentals/extractions, enucleations, mass removals and/or other procedures as needed.
Support and promote TNR program to the shelter community.
Oversee the secure use of and record keeping for controlled substances in accordance with DEA, State and Federal regulations.
Must be highly organized, detail oriented with the ability to prioritize using sound judgement while working in a sensitive, emotionally charged environment.
Coordinate free and low-cost public vaccine clinics.

Requirements:

Be a resident of New Jersey with a current New Jersey Veterinary License
DEA License
Full time position with weekend availability

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Veterinary Technician -Animal Health Technician/Supervising Animal Keeper County of Bergen Department of Parks – Division of Park Operations

Under the direction of the Zoo Curator and Veterinarian, cares for, treats sick, injured animals and monitors the overall health of the animal collection at the Bergen County Zoo.

Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to)

Duties include but not limited to medicating, observation, routine fecal analysis, run x-ray equipment, assist Veterinarian during surgeries, clean hospital cages, supervise assigned staff, trains staff in care and feeding of animal collection and other work as assigned.
Renders treatment of sick or injured animals as directed by Veterinarian and/or Zoo Curator.
Medicates animals as prescribed.
Performs preliminary examinations of animals to determine symptoms of disease or injury and reports findings to the Veterinarian and/or Zoo Curator.
Assists in the development of new zoo displays and animal exhibits.

Renders treatment of sick or injured animals as directed by the Veterinarian.
Medicates animals as prescribed by the Veterinarian.
Performs preliminary examinations of animals to determine symptoms of disease or injury, and reports findings to the Veterinarian.
Performs macro and microscopic studies on specimens of animal feces and skin scrapings in order to determine the kind and extent of any parasite infestation.
When surgery is performed, may assist the Veterinarian by sterilizing instruments, securing supplies, handing him surgical instruments, and disinfecting and cleaning up operating areas.
Removes diseased animal heads after decapitation and files appropriate reports with the State Health Department.
May directly supervise the activities of the principal Animal Keeper and rest of the Animal Keeping staff regarding animal medical issues.
Under the direction of the Veterinarian, injects animals to be disposed of with lethal drugs.
Disinfects cages for the control and eradication of infections and communicable diseases.
Establishes and maintains detailed records and files of animals treated, and assistance rendered.

Education/License Requirements:

S. in Veterinary Technology or Associate’s Degree/Degree in Applied Science in Veterinary Technology.
Licensed as a Veterinary Technician in New Jersey.
One (1) year of experience in work involving animal nutrition, taxonomy, animal behavior, parasitology or bacteriology.

Schedule:

Full Time – OT occasional.
Must work one weekend day and holidays.

Other:

Zoo or exotic animal experience preferred.
Possess strong communications skills, both written and verbal.
Effective multi-tasker who is organized, detail oriented and has the ability to problem solve.

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Youth Group Worker - Division of Family Guidance

Full time position

Job Description:

The Youth Group Worker position is located within Bergen's Place, located within the Bergen County Youth Complex located in Teterboro, NJ. Bergen's Place is a state licensed residential crisis and homeless shelter for youth 11-17.The shelter provides 24- hour, safe, temporary housing to youth who have run away, are at-risk of or are currently homeless and who are experiencing crisis within their homes. Goals of the shelter program are to assist youth in building permanent connections with caring adults, and reunite with their families.

General Responsibilities:

Provide direct supervision and care to youth residing in the shelter.
Assist in screening, evaluation and orientation of homeless youth.
Input client data into electronic recording systems.
Respond to crisis phone calls and walk-in youth seeking emergency shelter.
Engage youth in planning recreational activities and encourage youth participation.
Ensure safe and comfortable environment for residents and employees.
Model pro-social behavior and reinforce appropriate social interactions.

Schedule:

Full time (40 hours/week). Shift work required. Shifts may include evenings and weekends.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in mental health or related field.

Other Requirements:

Experience working with at-risk youth, preferably in a group/residential setting preferred.
Computer literacy (MS Excel and Word)
Valid NJ driver's license.

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The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).