Social Worker - Caswell Developmental Center

nc; North Carolina; Sur place; USD 45 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Caswell Developmental Center in North Carolina seeks a qualified Social Worker to provide social work services for adults with developmental disabilities. The role leads admissions, transitions, discharges, and guardianship petitions within a treatment team, supporting guardians and families.

Caseloads range from 25–35 adults, with flexibility for after-hours duties. A master's or bachelor’s degree in social work is required, plus relevant experience and CPI/CPR training as needed.

Qualifications

• MSW or BSW from an accredited program; meet minimum education and experience requirements.
• Experience with guardianship modifications, admissions, and discharge planning.
• Experience writing comprehensive bio-social evaluations and case studies for complex referrals.
• Proficient with Electronic Health Care Record Systems (EPIC).

Responsabilités

• Lead admissions, transitions, and discharges for assigned caseloads.
• Coordinate guardianship petitions and related court processes.
• Perform annual psychosocial evaluations for caseloads.
• Collaborate with guardians, families, and treatment teams across units.

Connaissances

Video teleconferencing

Strong writing

Interpersonal skills

I/DD experience

Guardianship experience

Discharge planning

Bio-social evaluations

EPIC knowledge

Formation

MSW or BSW

Description du poste

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

Caswell Developmental Center

Job Classification Title

Social Worker (S)

Position Number

60052845

Grade

NC11

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The Social Worker at Caswell Developmental Center (CDC) will be responsible for the provision of social work services within three-four residential units. Caseloads serves up to a total of 25-35 adults with IDD, many whom may have behavioral challenges and/or medical issues. This position is supervised through CDC's Social Work Department. The Social Worker is an integral part of the treatment team, who has the lead responsibility in the facilitation of admissions, transitions, discharges, and guardianship petitions, and completes annual psychosocial evaluations for assigned caseloads. The social worker promotes communication between the guardian/family and the assigned residential teams, works closely with our Olmstead Specialist, and must have some flexibility for after hour admissions, visits, appointments, court hearings, and trainings, etc.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

• Salary Range: $45,431.00 - $79,504.00

This is an anticipated vacancy.

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs )/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Experience with video teleconferencing, strong writing skills, communication skills & interpersonal skills
• Experience working/interacting with residents with I/DD with complex behavioral and/or medical needs
• Experience with Guardianship Modifications, admissions and discharge planning
• Experience with writing comprehensive bio-social evaluations and case studies on complex referrals
• Electronic Health Care Record System Knowledge (EPIC experience)

Physical Requirements: Employee will be required to complete Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training and certification in First Aid and CPR. Must have a valid drivers license to drive a state vehicle as needed.

This position requires a four year or higher degree from an accredited school of social work - Master's degree in social work (MSW) or Bachelor's degree in social work (BSW) as well as one year of social work experience.

This is an ICF/IID requirement.

Work Location

Social Work

Work Hours

8 AM - 5 PM, Monday - Friday

About Caswell Developmental Center

Caswell Developmental Center, serving as North Carolina's Eastern Region resource center, provides specialized residential, programmatic, and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities. The individuals we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the facility.

We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the Center to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we service. If you are looking to make a difference and seeking a rewarding career, we encourage you to consider this opportunity. Please click on the following link- https://vimeo.com/185000006 -to experience how Caring is Contagious at Caswell Developmental Center.

Supplemental Contact Information

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. To be considered for employment, an applicant must be in good standing with the Health Care Personnel Registry and other licensing boards/agencies. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.