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Position Title
Social Service Assistant
Agency
Forest Service
Announcement Number
24-JCOCR-WEST-0186-4-5-DP Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, February 26, 2024 to Tuesday, February 25, 2025
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2.
Are you a current USDA employee who meets the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee, in which received official notice that your job is no longer needed or that you will lose your job by Reduction-in-Force (RIF)? If yes, confirm:

• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy;  AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
 
 
(limit characters)
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than USDA? If yes, confirm:

• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy;  AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

 For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
 
 
(limit characters)
4. Have you registered for reemployment consideration AND meet one of the below: 

• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating? 
OR 
• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?
(limit characters)
Preferences
1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. (limit characters)
2. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
3. Are you a current or former Political appointee, Presidential appointee, and/or non-career Senior Executive Service (SES) appointee? (limit characters)
4. Are you a Job Corp student? (limit characters)
Conditions of Employment
1. Do you understand that this is a testing designated position which requires a negative test result for illegal drug use prior to appointment and randomly thereafter? (limit characters)
2. Do you understand that this position is required to work swing shift and night shift when determined by the needs of the Center? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
This section will be used to determine if you possess the experience and/or education needed to qualify for this position. (limit characters)
1. Select the statement(s) that best describes your experience and/or education that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Social Services Assistant at the GS-04 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service. Select all that apply. Experience claimed should be reflected in your resume. (limit characters)
2. Select the statement(s) that best describes your experience and/or education that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Social Services Assistant at the GS-05 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service. Select all that apply. Experience claimed should be reflected in your resume. (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
3. Do you understand that this is a testing designated position which requires a negative test result for illegal drug use prior to appointment and randomly thereafter? (limit characters)
4. Do you understand that this position is required to work swing shift and night shift when determined by the needs of the Center? (limit characters)
The following section is used to identify knowledge, skills and abilities. Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. Failure to respond to these questions will result in an ineligible rating. Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit your application. Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
5. Provide practical counseling to students. (limit characters)
6. Recognize social, behavioral or disciplinary problems to be able to promote harmony among students. (limit characters)
7. Assist in carrying out a program that affects the social, physical, and economic well-being of individuals. (limit characters)
8. Maintain order and discipline among students. (limit characters)
9. Assist in providing leadership and guidance to students in a group living environment. (limit characters)
10. Ensure student compliance with safety rules and regulations in living and working situations. (limit characters)
11. Provide leadership and direction to students in performing daily housekeeping duties, work details, physical training, recreation, hygiene, social skills, etc. (limit characters)
12. Responsible for student accountability. (limit characters)
13. Answer questions and provide information regarding basic rules and regulations. (limit characters)
14. Communicate with others to obtain, clarify, and exchange information to coordinate student work efforts of the residential living program. (limit characters)
15. Brief co-workers and supervisors of student issues throughout shift. (limit characters)
16. Give practical advice and counsel to individuals on everyday problems of adjustment to the group. (limit characters)
17. Motivate students and gain their acceptance of and adherence to residential living goals. (limit characters)
18. Recognize potentially adverse or sensitive situations that may require special attention. (limit characters)
19. Supervise the day-to-day activities of the group in maintaining order, discipline, and safety in their quarters. (limit characters)
20. Instruct and supervise the group members in such daily activities as work details to keep their quarters in order, physical training, and recreation. (limit characters)
21. Ensure proper workplace conduct, appearance, and behavior. (limit characters)
22. Observe and report social, behavioral, or disciplinary problems to the supervisor. (limit characters)
23. Provide information in handling student activities and problems. (limit characters)
24. Provide input in the planning of dormitory activities. (limit characters)
25. Please select the statement(s) that reflect your educational achievement(s). Transcripts, certificates, or other appropriate documentation must be included with this application to verify GPA, coursework, degree, and/or completion of trade or vocational school program. (limit characters)
26. Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Submitting false information or attempts to falsify information may be grounds for disqualifying you or for terminating you after you have been hired. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy. (limit characters)