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- Social Service PractitionerSocial Service Practitioner
- Firefighter – Paramedic (Fire District)Firefighter – Paramedic (Fire District)
- Eligibility Worker IEligibility Worker I
About the Role
A Social Service Practitioner helps children, families, adults, and vulnerable populations facing difficult social, emotional, or health-related challenges. They assess needs, provide support, respond to crises, and connect clients to helpful services and resources.
What They Do
Social Service Practitioners support clients through complex situations by assessing needs, coordinating services, and helping improve safety, stability, and well-being.
Why This Role Matters
This role helps protect vulnerable people and connect them to the care and support they need during critical times.
Who Should Apply
This position is a good fit for candidates who are compassionate, dependable, and able to handle challenging situations with care and professionalism.
Career Path
The Social Service Practitioner series offers a path for growth from Social Service Practitioner I to II and III as employees gain experience and meet advancement requirements.
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Quick Facts
- Focus: Client support, case management, crisis response
- Job Category: Social Services
- Career Level: Trainee to Journey-Level
Responsibilities
- Assess client needs and safety concerns
- Provide case management and support
- Develop care or service plans
- Connect clients to resources
- Respond to crisis situations
- Prepare reports and documentation
Did You Know?
Social Service Practitioners may support complex casework involving child welfare, adult services, family support, and medical social work.
About the Role
A Firefighter – Paramedic with the San Bernardino County Fire District responds to fires, medical emergencies, rescues, and other incidents to help protect life and property. They provide emergency medical care, assist with fire suppression, and help maintain fire stations, equipment, and apparatus.
What They Do
Firefighter – Paramedics respond to emergency calls, provide medical care, assist with fire suppression, and support rescue operations. They also help maintain equipment, participate in training, and support public education efforts.
Why This Role Matters
This role helps protect the community during emergencies by providing fast response, medical care, and public safety support when it is needed most.
Who Should Apply
This position is a good fit for candidates who are dependable, calm under pressure, physically prepared, and committed to serving others.
Career Path
The Firefighter – Paramedic position offers a strong career in public safety and emergency response. It provides experience in fire service, rescue work, and advanced medical care while supporting long-term growth within the Fire District.
Quick Facts
- Focus: Fire suppression, emergency medical care, rescue response
- Job Category: Fire Service / Public Safety
- Career Level: Full Performance
Responsibilities
- Respond to fire, rescue, and medical emergency calls
- Provide emergency medical and paramedic care
- Assist with fire suppression and rescue operations
- Inspect and maintain equipment and apparatus
- Participate in training and public education
Did You Know?
Firefighter – Paramedics may work 24-hour shifts and respond to emergencies in remote or time-sensitive situations throughout San Bernardino County.
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- Firefighter
- Fire Engineer
- EMS roles
About the Role
An Eligibility Worker helps individuals and families access public assistance programs such as cash aid, medical assistance, and food benefits. In this trainee-level role, employees learn how to review applications, gather information, explain program requirements, and support clients through the eligibility process. Meetings may take place in offices, homes, hospitals, nursing homes, or other community settings.
What They Do
Eligibility Workers interview clients, review applications, verify information, and explain program requirements.
Why This Role Matters
This role helps connect people to important benefits and services that support daily needs and stability.
Who Should Apply
This position is a good fit for candidates who are organized, detail-oriented, and enjoy helping others.
Career Path
The Eligibility Worker role offers an opportunity to begin a career in human services. Starting at the trainee level, employees develop the skills, knowledge, and experience needed to grow into Eligibility Worker II and continue supporting the community through public service.
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Quick Facts
- Focus: Eligibility review, client support, benefit determination
- Job Category: Human Services
- Career Level: Trainee / Entry-Level
Responsibilities
- Interview applicants and recipients
- Review applications and case information
- Verify eligibility information
- Determine benefit eligibility
- Explain program rules
- Make referrals to services
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- Eligibility Worker II
- Human Services roles
- Public Assistance positions
- Case support roles