Senior Assessment Social Worker III - Second Shift

Buncombe County Government; United States; Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Buncombe County Government is seeking a Second Shift Assessment Social Worker III to support child safety under state and federal laws within the Social Services - Child Welfare department.

The position requires a social work degree and related experience. Remote, hybrid, and in-office work options are available for qualified candidates, with the requirement to reside within driving distance of a Buncombe facility.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work with 1 year of directly related experience
• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, or Human Services with 2 years directly related experience
• Bachelor's degree in another field with 3 years directly related experience
• Equivalent combination of training and experience

Responsibilities

• Assess the risk and safety of children in response to actual or suspected child neglect, abuse, or dependency through conducting a thorough investigation of the home, school and other locations or persons involved.
• Accurately document interviews and interactions with clients by the start of the next shift.
• Ensure safety planning for children in compliance with state and federal statutes and policies.
• If children cannot remain safely in their home a petition to the court and/or non-secure custody is sought.
• Advise clients of the Department’s mandated responsibilities, agency policies and procedures and clients’ rights.
• Support daytime staff with meeting initiation timeframes and completing safety checks.
• Provide supervision to youth without placement.
• Provide transportation to clients as needed.
• Support other counties by completing assist requests.
• Conduct assessments requiring the use of a personal vehicle and a valid driver’s license.

Job description

Buncombe County Government is seeking a Second Shift Assessment Social Worker III to support child safety under state and federal laws within the Social Services - Child Welfare department.

The position requires a social work degree and related experience. Remote, hybrid, and in-office work options are available for qualified candidates, with the requirement to reside within driving distance of a Buncombe facility.