SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR III (PERMANENCY PLANNING) - 40001483

Durham County; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 73,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham County Government is seeking a Social Work Supervisor III (Permanency Planning) to lead a team of Child Welfare Social Workers within the Social Services department. You will coordinate case assignments and ensure high-quality services in alignment with state and federal requirements.

The role requires a Master’s in Social Work and related experience, with strong leadership and communication skills. NC driver’s license and willingness to oversee after-hours coverage are preferred.

Qualifications

• Masters in Social Work or related field with required experience.
• Bachelor's in Social Work with required experience.
• Master's in Human Services with required experience.
• Bachelor's in Human Services with required experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a team of Child Welfare Social Workers.
• Coordinates after-hours Social Workers and back-up coverage 4:00pm–8:00am.
• Ensures frontline staff protect children and comply with laws.
• Provides input to management on administrative, personnel, and budget issues.

Skills

NCLaws

Judicial System

Lead & Teach

SW Administration

Communication

Education

MSW in Social Work

BSW in Social Work

MSW in Human Services

BA in Human Services

Edu/Experience Equiv

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SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR III (PERMANENCY PLANNING) - 40001483

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DEPARTMENT:

SOCIAL SERVICES (DSS)

DATE POSTED:

OCTOBER 16, 2026

CLOSING DATE:

OCTOBER 30, 2026

HIRING RANGE:

$72,783.00 - $98,214.00

POSITION NUMBER:

40001483

JOB TYPE:

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Work in this class involves the supervision of a staff of social Workers that provide direct and/or indirect services to clients. Work supervised is predominantly at the level of Social Worker III and/or Human Services Coordinator III. Employees assign cases to subordinates, coordinate work flow operations, and supervise staff through case review and consultation which requires the provision of substantial and recurring technical direction. Employees are responsible for staff training, resolving problems and ensuring that quality services are provided. Employees may provide input to higher level management on administrative, personnel, and budget issues. Employees' responsibilities may range from a single sub-unit in an agency or institution to multiple service programs in a small agency and may carry a small caseload. Employees report to a higher level supervisor or administrator.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.

Supervises a team of Child Welfare Social Workers. This position is responsible for receiving and investigating reports of suspected child abuse or neglect. Duties include coordinating, implementing, and managing, and supporting all activities that are performed by two after-hours Social Workers and back-up coverage Social Workers during the hours of 4:00pm-8:00am (Monday-Friday). The staffwork hours for this position aretheafter-hours on call social work staff who work when the agency is closed during normal business hours, weekends, and holidays. The supervisor is responsible for ensuring that the front line social workers carry out their functions of protecting children, complying with court orders, North Carolina Child Welfare Statues and laws, Federal Child Welfare Statues and Laws as well as meet the expectations of the county and agency. Due to the nature of child protective services, the employee is required to be knowledgeable about all tasks and expectations within child welfare services and may be expected to perform tasks/responsibilities in other areas of child welfare.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of NCLaws, and policiesunder which program operates.
• Knowledge and experience with the judicial system.
• Ability to teach, plan, organize, and schedule management functions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of principles, methods, and techniques of social work administration, including a broad knowledge of child welfare services.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

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.

PREFFERED REQUIREMENTS:

Preference will be given to applicants with experience in Child Welfare Protective Services.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Valid NC Drivers License and acceptable Driving Record

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE:

Durham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Durham County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Durham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer