POSITION VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
CLEVELAND COUNTY GOVERNMENT
Human Resources Department, Cleveland County Administrative Building
311 East Marion Street, PO Box 1210, Shelby, NC 28151-1210
Alexis Pearson, H.R. Director
Telephone 704/484-4833
This publication lists positions for which applications are currently being accepted. Applications may be obtained at the Human
Resources Office or the local Employment Security Commission. Applications are accepted Monday through Friday from 8:00
am to 5:00 pm (except holidays). Applications received after the closing date will NOT be accepted. As a condition of
employment, individuals hired by the County are required to present proof of identity and legal eligibility to work in the United
States before they can begin work. Male applicants between the ages of 18 and 26 are required by State Law to certify that
they have registered for Military Service. To insure the County’s commitment to serve its citizens as efficiently as possible,
the County will require, as part of the pre-employment screening into all full and part time positions and PRIOR to an official
offer being made for employment, a drug test to provide a drug-free environment in which to work, a criminal history check,
and a drivers license check, if applicable. Cleveland County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin,
sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.
Position # 011.504.1233
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
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SOCIAL WORKER-INVESTIGATIVE/ASSESSMENT & TREATMENT (SW-I.A.T.)
With
Cleveland County Department of Social Services
Family Services Division
SUPERVISOR:
Pam Bright
SALARY GRADE: 71
SALARY RANGE: $40,836. – $63,738.
CLOSING DATE:
8/09/2012
Job Description
The primary function of this position is to provide protective, investigative, counseling and case
management services for children who are at risk for neglect and/or abuse. Work involves
investigation of alleged neglect and abuse, substantiation of the alleged neglect or abuse as prescribed
by federal and state guidelines, provide expert testimony in court hearings, and follow-up with case
management and preventive services for clients; will serve on rotation-basis to cover After Hours duty
with other social workers; other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Minimum Education & Experience
Master's degree from an accredited school of social work and one year of directly related experience;
or a bachelor's degree from an accredited school of social work and two years of directly related
experience; or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a human services field
and three years of directly related experience; or graduation from an accredited four-year college or
university and four years of directly related experience.
Note: Degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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(NOTE: Applications for Social Worker III, Social Worker II, Social Worker I and Social
Worker I Trainee will be accepted for consideration for a possible “Work Against” appointment,
if recruitment for a qualified Social Worker I.A.T. is unsuccessful. SEE attached information
regarding “Work Against” appointments and required qualifications for Social Worker I.A.T.,
III, II, I and Trainee positions.)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Thorough knowledge of social work principles, techniques, and practices, and their application to
complex casework, group work, and community problems. Considerable knowledge of family and
group dynamics and a range of intervention techniques. Considerable knowledge of governmental and
private organizations and resources in the community. Considerable knowledge of behavioral and
socio-economic problems and their treatment. Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with administrative superiors, families and children, and civic, medical, social, and
religious organizations. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely and to plan and execute work
effectively; and ability to learn and be proficient in the use of the Family Services computer system.
Computer skills, valid driver’s license, good driving record and own transportation required. Must be
able to lift and carry a child. Bilingual in English and Spanish is a desired qualification. This
position requires the ability to produce high quality results under pressure of tight time frames
and caseloads that exceed state standards. Work in this position may be dangerous!
Physical Requirements
Must be able to physically perform the basic life support functions of reaching, standing, walking,
fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. Must be able to perform
sedentary/light work which includes exerting up to 10-20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a
negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects,
including the human body. Must have close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures, use a
computer terminal, extensive reading and determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the
work assigned. May be in contact with blood during the performance of his/her duties.
Application Process
All external applicants must submit a completed County Application, along with college transcript by
the closing date to: Cleveland County Human Resources Office, P.O. Box 1210, Shelby, NC 28151.
Any county employee wishing to apply must submit an Employee Transfer Request Form, along with
completed County Application to the Cleveland County Human Resources Office.
Qualified applicants received during this listing will also be considered for any Social Work
vacancies that have not yet been filled.
Selection Process
Selection will be by structured interview. Applications will be reviewed to select the most qualified
applicants for admission to the interview.
NOTE: All DSS positions are subject to reallocation contingent upon funding, agency needs and
client population and are subject to perform work during emergency or disaster situations as
required and may be required to staff shelters overnight. This position is also required to maintain a
valid driver’s license with good driving record and reliable transportation.
Excellent benefits package with 401(k) plan