Social Worker for the Blind

State of North Carolina - Health & Human Services; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Job summary

State of North Carolina - Health & Human Services is seeking a Social Worker to provide Independent Living Services and counseling to blind and visually impaired consumers in Pitt County. The role focuses on teaching daily living skills, home management, and self‑advocacy to promote independence.

You will collaborate with community resources and maintain detailed case records. The position supports a hybrid work option and requires a Master’s degree in social work or an equivalent combination,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work from an accredited program.
• Experience in independent living services and case management.
• Ability to document progress and maintain case records.

Responsibilities

• Provide Independent Living Services and counseling to blind/visually impaired consumers.
• Teach daily living and self‑advocacy skills to promote independence.
• Assess service needs and develop plans to support continued independence.
• Coordinate with community resources to access supports.
• Maintain accurate service documentation and monitor progress.

Skills

Independent Living Services

Case management

Counseling

Assessment

Collaboration with professionals

Education

Master's degree in social work

Bachelor's degree in social work (alternative)

Tools

Documentation & records keeping

Job description

AgencyDept of Health and Human ServicesDivisionBlind ServicesJob Classification TitleSocial Worker (S)Position Number60043083GradeNC11About UsThe 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 WorkThe Social Worker position provides Independent Living Services, counseling, Medical Eye Care, and other specialized services to blind and visually impaired consumers of all ages residing in Pitt County. It supports individuals in achieving or maintaining independence by teaching daily living skills, personal care strategies, home management techniques, and self‑advocacy methods.This role works closely with community professionals and resources to help consumers reach their highest level of self‑sufficiency. Services are delivered within the Greenville District Office as part of Division of Services for the Blind programming.Key Duties Include:– Provide Independent Living Services, counseling, Medical Eye Care support, and specialized services to blind and visually impaired consumers.– Teach daily living skills such as personal care, home management, and adaptive strategies to promote consumer independence.– Conduct assessments to determine service needs and develop plans that support continued independence.– Coordinate with community professionals and resources to assist consumers in accessing needed services and supports.– Deliver training in self‑advocacy techniques to strengthen consumer confidence and autonomy.– Maintain accurate service documentation and case records to support program delivery and compliance.– Monitor consumer progress and adjust services as needed to support ongoing skill development.– Provide information and referral services to connect consumers with community programs that address unmet needs.– Participate in interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure holistic support for consumers’ functional and social needs.– Support program operations by completing additional casework or service activities assigned by the district office.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesSalary Grade Range: $45,431.00 - $79,504.00Recruitment Range: $45,431.00 - $60,141.00Candidates 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:Demonstrated experience delivering Independent Living Services by teaching daily living skills, personal care techniques, home‑management strategies, and self‑advocacy methods to blind or visually impaired consumers.Applied intermediate proficiency in conducting case management activities by assessing consumer needs, organizing service plans, and documenting progress to support ongoing independence.Performed collaborative service delivery by coordinating with community professionals and local resources to secure supports that enhance consumer self‑sufficiency.Executed counseling and support services for consumers experiencing vision loss by providing structured guidance to improve adjustment, confidence, and functional independence.Managed diverse consumer caseloads by prioritizing service needs, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring timely follow‑through in varied field and office settings.The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End DateThis Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal FundsThis Position Is Eligible For A Hybrid Work OptionAbout the Division of Services for the Blind (DSB):The Division of Services for the Blind provides services to people who are visually impaired, blind and deaf-blind to help them reach their goals of independence and employment.Compensation and Benefits:The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.Visit the website for State Benefits .Supplemental Contact Information:The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ .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.In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303 , our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.Application ProcessBe sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the \"Work Experience\" section of the application to support your answers.If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date.Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered \"Positions of Trust\" will be subject to a criminal background check.Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are \"Under Review\" and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members .Degree/College Credit VerificationDegrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations, and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.Veterans’ and National Guard PreferenceApplicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.ADA AccommodationsConsistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.CONTACT INFORMATIONIf there are any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at [e-mail] . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.Minimum Education and ExperienceSome state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.Master's degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institutionORBachelor's degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of directly related experienceORMaster's degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of directly related experienceORBachelor's degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of directly related experienceORAn equivalent combination of education and experience.EEO StatementT he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.Recruiter:Tresha WalkerContact:DHHS Workday Support Form