BEAUFORT COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
invites applications for the position of:
SOCIAL WORKER III - NON-CUSTODIAL
OPENING DATE: 12/22/15
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
The primary purpose of this position is to work with non-custodial parents of children receiving Work First Services. The worker will
function as a case manager assisting absent parents with employment opportunities, reducing barriers preventing them from obtaining
employment, job readiness, as well as working to strengthen relationship between non-custodial parent and child as appropriate. The
worker will work closely with Child Support Enforcement and Child Support Court in screening and referring non-custodial parents for
participation in services. This position will also provide preventive services to families requesting such services. The primary purpose of
prevention services is to provide direct and preventive services to children and families in an effort to prevent child abuse, neglect and
dependency. Additionally, this position will provide child welfare services. These services include screening reports for abuse, neglect and
dependency, assessments for safety and risk of harm to children, conducting home visits, making courtesy requests for neighboring
counties as well as conducting home studies and making placement recommendations.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Thorough knowledge of social work principles, techniques and practices and their applications to complex casework, treatment, and
investigation of abuse or neglect of children; thorough knowledge of policies and procedures as evidenced by the ability to cite the
authority of federal and state law; thorough knowledge of individual and group behavior, family dynamics, and medical, behavioral and/or
psychosocial problems and their treatment theory. Considerable knowledge of governmental and private organizations and resources in
the community. Ability to interact and motivate a resistant involuntary client population and the public who may not agree with the laws,
rules or policies of the process or the programs; ability to prepare documentation such as written investigative reports for the court, case
records and treatment plans; ability to testify as an expert witness; ability to employ advanced case management interview techniques to
establish a supportive relationship and involve families in the initial assessment for the need of services; ability to quickly assess the risks
and safety of the client environment during daylight hours, after dark and in high crime areas; ability to employ expert negotiation skills in
the most complex cases; ability to analyze and assess child development safety issues in relation to risk factors; ability to analyze tense
family situations and make decisions about removing children when the decision has to be made with limited direct information and limited
access to consultation; ability to communicate effectively and establish supportive client relationships. Ability to perform manual work
exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Capability to help, train or orient new employees, students, or interns, capacity to function with a high level of autonomy. Proficiency in the
use of a personal computer and ability to access various computer networks required in the course of assessing history and
services. Ability to accept constructive criticism. Faculty to refrain from causing or contributing to disruptions or hostility in the
workplace. Understanding of and ability to comply with the laws governing confidentiality.
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Master's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work; Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school of
social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative (Child Welfare positions only); Bachelor's degree in social work from an
accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience; Master's degree in a human services field and one year of
directly related experience; Bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years directly
related experience; Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience.
*Directly related experience is defined as human services experience in the areas of case management, assessment and referral,
supportive counseling, intervention, psycho-social therapy and treatment planning. Other combinations of education and experience will
be considered for "work-against" status.
~ College transcript is required. All degrees must be from an accredited institution. Fluency in Spanish preferred. ~
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Hours of Work:
8:00-5:00 Monday – Friday, with some on call duty for nights and weekends. All employees may be called upon to
serve as shelter managers in times of natural disaster.
Salary:
$41,624 (starting salary for fully qualified candidate)
Position:
113-40-181
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
How to Apply:
Online Applications Preferred
Online Application: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/beaufortdss
or
Application (Print Only): PD-107 & PD-107 Continuation Page
If you chose to print the PD-107 you may use one of the following methods to send it in:
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Mail applications to: Beaufort County Department of Social Services Attn: Pamela Mello P.O. Box 1358 Washington, NC 27889
Fax:252-975-5555
Email:beaufort.county.dss@beaufortdss.com
Pre-employment Drug Screening and Criminal Background check will be required as a condition of employment. Valid Driver's License
Required.
Beaufort County is an Equal Opportunity Employer