Senior Social Worker – Child & Family Services

Durham County Government; Durham (NC); In loco; USD 60.000 - 81.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Durham County Government in Durham is seeking a senior social worker to provide intensive services in complex cases across child welfare, protective services, and foster care.

You will assess family dynamics, prepare court summaries, testify as an expert witness, and collaborate with local agencies to ensure safety and permanency for children, with opportunities to mentor junior staff.

Competenze

• Master's degree in social work from an accredited school.
• Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school and completion of Child Welfare Collaborative (Child Welfare positions only).
• Bachelor's degree in social work and one year directly related experience; or a related human services degree with experience.

Mansioni

• Provide social work services in adult and child protective services, custody and foster care, including expert court testimony.
• Assess family dynamics and needs, provide crisis intervention, and participate in research activities.
• Prepare court summaries and participate in associated court proceedings; supervise and train lower level staff and interns.

Conoscenze

Child welfare

Family dynamics

Adoption experience

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Confidentiality

Travel required

Judgment

Empathy

Organizational skills

Formazione

MSW

BSW

Descrizione del lavoro

Durham County Government in Durham is seeking a senior social worker to provide intensive services in complex cases across child welfare, protective services, and foster care.

You will assess family dynamics, prepare court summaries, testify as an expert witness, and collaborate with local agencies to ensure safety and permanency for children, with opportunities to mentor junior staff.