(SOCIAL SERVICES) Social Work Supervisor III - Foster Care

Sampson County Government; Clinton (NC); On-site; USD 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Sampson County in North Carolina is seeking a supervisor to lead staff delivering Foster Care social work services. You will oversee casework activities, provide training, and ensure program compliance.

A Master's degree in social work with related experience is required, along with strong leadership and the ability to coordinate with community resources. Bi-lingual skills and DSS experience may be preferred. This is a full-time position with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of methods and principles of casework supervision and training.
• Strong knowledge of social work principles and related laws, regulations, and resources.
• Ability to supervise, train, and orient staff; excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff in delivering Foster Care social work services.
• Plan, train, and oversee casework activities to ensure program goals.
• Coordinate with community resources and agencies to support clients.

Skills

Casework supervision

Education

MSW (Master of Social Work)

BSW (Bachelor of Social Work)

MS/BA in Human Services

Job description

GRADE

77

SALARY

$71,208 annually with comprehensive benefits package

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The primary purpose of this position is to supervise staff in the delivery of social work services related to the Foster Care Program.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of methods and principles of casework supervision and training. Considerable knowledge of social work principles, techniques and practices and their application to specific casework and community problems. Considerable knowledge of behavioral and socioeconomic problems and their treatment and governmental and private organizations and community resources. Considerable knowledge of the laws, regulations and policies which govern social work programs. Ability to supervise, train, or orient lower-level social workers, students, interns, or other staff. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely and to plan and execute work effectively.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Master's degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of directly related experience; or a bachelor's degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of directly related experience; or a master's degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of directly related experience; or a bachelor's degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of directly related experience; or a bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN TO THOSE WITH BI-LINGUAL SKILLS AND/OR DSS EXPERIENCE

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN TO THOSE WITH BI-LINGUAL SKILLS AND/OR DSS EXPERIENCE.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Open Until Filled

SAMPSON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

SAMPSON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Sampson County will employ only those individuals who are US citizens, or legal aliens authorized to maintain employment in the United States.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Sampson County will employ only those individuals who are US citizens, or legal aliens authorized to maintain employment in the United States.

All offers of employment are conditional pending candidate undergoing pre-employment Alcohol & Drug testing and producing satisfactory test results.

All offers of employment are conditional pending candidate undergoing pre-employment Alcohol & Drug testing and producing satisfactory test results.