ORANGE COUNTY GOVERNMENT
invites applications for the position of:
CPS Social Worker*
SALARY:
$46,362.00 - $75,968.00 Annually
OPENING DATE: 06/30/15
CLOSING DATE: 07/14/15 11:59 PM
DESCRIPTION:
Provide services for children and families where child abuse, neglect and/or dependency
have occurred which could include case management services, foster care, and/or
assessments/investigations; conduct ongoing assessments, identifying whether children
need protection from abuse or neglect, and develop a protection/service plan with the
family; provide preventive services to ensure children can remain in their own homes if
possible; remove children from unsafe environments when necessary; and provide
comprehensive assessments including psychological/psychiatric, medical, health, legal, and
educational issues to make a decision regarding best interest and safety for a child or
family.
*This position is designated as a safety sensitive position. A pre-employment drug
test will be required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
A position may not include all the work examples given, nor does the
list include all that may be assigned.
Works with families and children to reduce risk factors and strengthen family functioning
whenever possible.
Work with children in DSS custody to achieve a timely permanent plan.
Assesses the risk of harm to children alleged to be abused, neglected, or dependent.
Removes and relocates children at high risk for serious imminent maltreatment from alleged
perpetrators.
Assesses alleged child victims of maltreatment and their families; interviews children with
age appropriate techniques within mandated timeframes;
Interviews parents, guardians, and caretakers; develops a protection plan with child’s
parents, and guardians to ensure child’s safety;
Coordinates medical exams of possible physical / sexual abuse victims; interviews all adults
in the home; assesses family’s home environment.
Integrates assessment information; reviews with supervisors to formulate an appropriate
case disposition.
Strengthens families through service provisions and referrals. Works with the judicial
system.
Provides after hours coverage when needed.
Prepares for home visits including but not limited to background checks.
Works with language translators.
Receives and/or reviews various records and reports such as reports of abuse and neglect,
medical evaluations, child forensic evaluations, law enforcement reports, and previous CPS
records.
Prepares and/or processes various records and reports such as court reports, diagnosis of
family functioning, safety plans, and letters.
Assesses the risk of harm to children alleged to be abused, neglected, or dependent.
Please review the video below for more details on providing child welfare services in North
Carolina.
http://ssw.unc.edu/jif/rr/rjp.htm
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of the Children / Family Services
Division of the Department of Social Services as they pertain to the performance of duties
of the CPS Social Worker.
Knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific
duties and responsibilities of the position.
Knowledge of social work principles, practices, and techniques.
Knowledge of family dynamics and risk factors impacting families’ ability to protect and care
for children.
Skilled in assessing and evaluating child maltreatment indicators.
Skilled in establishing priorities and organizing work.
Skilled in gathering and analyzing complex data.
Skilled in negotiating and problem solving
Skilled in developing and implementing case management plans.
Minimum Requirements
Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to possession of a
Master's Degree from an accredited school of social work and one year of social
work/counseling experience or a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited school of social
work and two years of social work/counseling experience. Completion of the North Carolina
Child Welfare Education curriculum is equivalent to one year of experience. Prefer social
work degree and/or experience in child welfare/protective services. Requires strong
assessment and clinical skills as well as the ability to work with a variety of community
agencies and the court. Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.
Bilingual applicants with fluency in English and Spanish are encouraged to apply.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Physical Activities
(N = Never; R = Rarely (Less than 25%); O = Often (25% - 75%); A = Always (More than
75%))
Standing
O
Sitting
O
Walking
O
Bending
O
Stooping
R
Kneeling
R
Crawling
R
Climbing
R
Typing
O
Grasping
R
Talking
O
Hearing
A
Repetitive motions of
Handing
hands/wrists
O
O
Repetitive motions of feet
O
Reaching
O
Average number of pounds through a normal day that are pushed, pulled, etc. and the
distance over which the weight is moved:
Activity
Average Number of
Distance Weight is
Pounds
Moved
Pushing
15
15 ft.
Pulling
15
15 ft.
Lifting
15
5 ft.
Carrying
35
15 ft.
Examples of physical activities required in this position:
Requires the ability to operate office equipment including a computer, some light lifting is
required on occasion.
Requires the ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer/Women/Minorities/Veterans/Disabilities
APPLICATIONS
MAY
BE
FILED
http://www.orangecountync.gov
200
South
Hillsborough,
919-245-2550
919-245-2550
Cameron
NC
ONLINE
AT:
Street
27278
Position #1762 - 239
CPS SOCIAL WORKER*
TF
CPS Social Worker* Supplemental Questionnaire
*
1. Orange County is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms
an employee's eligibility to work in the United States after completion of the Employment
Eligibility Verification Form (Form I-9). I understand, that if hired, my employment
eligibility will be verified through E-Verify.
Yes
*
2. I understand that resumes are welcomed but do not substitute for the work experience
section of this application and failure to complete the work experience section will result
in an incomplete application, which will not be considered for eligibility. Did you fully
complete the work experience section of this application?
Yes
*
No
3. What level of education do you have related to this position?
Master's Degree in Social Work
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work
Related Social Science Degree
Other Degree
*
4. Have you completed the North Carolina Child Welfare Collaborative Educational Program?
Yes
*
No
5. How many years have you worked in child protective services?
Related counseling and social work experience
Less than 1 year of CPS experience
1 - 3 years of CPS experience
3 - 5 years of CPS Experience
More than 5 years of CPS experience
*
6. Please describe your experience working in child welfare/child protective services
*
7. How many years have you worked in child protective services in North Carolina?
Less than 1 year
1 - 3 years
more than 3 years
*
8. Have you worked in child protective services in another state? If yes, when and how many
years.
*
9. Are you familiar with the NASW Code of Ethics?
Yes
No
* 10. Have you attended the North Carolina pre-service training for child protective services? If
yes, when?
* 11. If you worked in child protective services in North Carolina, but are currently not working
in child protective services, how long have you been away?
* 12. Please submit and official or unofficial copy of your transcript.
* Required Question