Permanency-Focused Child Welfare Social Worker

Durham County Government; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 66,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham County Government in Durham, NC seeks a dedicated social services professional to help keep children safely at home, prevent foster care entry, and support reunification and adoption efforts. You will document case activities and collaborate with community partners.

A Master’s degree in social work or related field with relevant experience is required; a NC driver’s license is preferred. This full-time exempt role offers meaningful career impact in a vibrant county government setting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work or related field with one year of social work or counseling experience (or equivalent).
• Experience handling complex casework and court-related documentation.
• Ability to engage with diverse client populations in sensitive situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide services to children and families to maintain safety at home and support permanency.
• Maintain thorough case documentation and coordinate with community agencies.
• Prepare court summaries and participate in related proceedings.

Skills

Social work principles

Case management

Documentation

Client interaction

Education

Master's in Social Work

Bachelor's in Social Work

Job description

Durham County Government in Durham, NC seeks a dedicated social services professional to help keep children safely at home, prevent foster care entry, and support reunification and adoption efforts. You will document case activities and collaborate with community partners.

A Master’s degree in social work or related field with relevant experience is required; a NC driver’s license is preferred. This full-time exempt role offers meaningful career impact in a vibrant county government setting.