(SOCIAL SERVICES) Social Worker IAT

Sampson County Government; Clinton (NC); On-site; USD 53,762 - 65,709; Full time

Job summary

Sampson County Government is looking for a dedicated social worker to provide protective services to children and families facing neglect, abuse, or exploitation. The role requires a Master's or Bachelor's degree in social work with relevant experience.

Key responsibilities include conducting assessments, preparing case documentation, and engaging with clients in complex situations. The position offers a starting salary of $59,736 and aims to support vulnerable populations through effective intervention strategies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work plus one year or Bachelor's and two years of experience.
• Ability to conduct assessments in challenging environments.
• Knowledge of governmental and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide protective services to at-risk children and families.
• Prepare investigative reports and case records.
• Testify as an expert witness when required.

Skills

Social work principles

Casework techniques

Negotiation skills

Documentation preparation

Behavioral analysis

Education

Master's degree in social work

Bachelor's degree in social work

Degree in counseling

Job description

Grade: 74

Salary: Starting at $59,736

Description of Work

The main job duties and responsibilities of this position involve providing protective services to children and parents or caretakers in response to instances of actual or suspected child neglect, abuse, or exploitation.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Thorough knowledge of social work principles, techniques and practices and their applications to complex casework, treatment, and investigation of abuse or neglect of children; thorough knowledge of policies and procedures as evidenced by the ability to cite the authority of federal and state law; thorough knowledge of individual and group behavior, family dynamics, and medical, behavioral and/or psychosocial problems and their treatment theory. Considerable knowledge of governmental and private organizations and resources in the community. Ability to interact and motivate a resistant involuntary client population and the public who may not agree with the laws, rules or policies of the process or the programs; ability to prepare documentation such as written investigative reports for the court, case records and treatment plans; ability to testify as an expert witness; ability to employ advanced case management interview techniques to establish a supportive relationship and involve families in the initial assessment for the need of services; ability to quickly assess the risks and safety of the client environment during daylight hours, after dark and in high crime areas; ability to employ expert negotiation skills in the most complex cases; ability to analyze and assess child development safety issues in relation to risk factors; ability to analyze tense family situations and make decisions about removing children when the decision has to be made with limited direct information and limited access to consultation; ability to communicate effectively and establish supportive client relationships. Ability to perform manual work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Minimum Education and Experience

Master's degree from an accredited school of social work and one year of social work experience; or a Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of social work and two years of social work or counseling experience; or Master's degree in a counseling field and two years of social work or counseling experience; or a four-year degree in a human services field or related curriculum and three years of social work or counseling experience; or graduation from a four-year college or university and four years of experience in rehabilitation counseling, pastoral counseling or a related human service field providing experience in the techniques of casework, group work or community organization; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. One year of work experience can be credited for completion of the social work collaborative.

Preference May Be Given To Those With Bilingual Skills And/Or DSS Experience.

Applicants may qualify for a work against appointment with a certain degree of education and experience.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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