Social Worker for the Blind

State of North Carolina; Rutherford College (NC); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Parental leave

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Blind Services, seeks a Social Worker (S) to assist visually impaired individuals in Rutherford and Polk Counties. You will deliver Independent Living Services and medical eye care, helping clients become or remain independent.

Qualified candidates have a Master’s in Social Work and relevant experience, with strong knowledge of resources and case management. The role offers hybrid work with onsite reporting in Rutherford, NC.

Qualifications

• Social Worker role requires knowledge of social work principles, techniques and practices.
• Experience with case management and community resources is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to varying conditions is desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide Independent Living Services and Medical Eye Care.
• Assist blind/visually impaired consumers of all ages to achieve independence.
• Collaborate with professionals to help clients reach self-sufficiency.

Skills

Social Work Experience

KSAs/Practices Knowledge

Local Community Resources

Case Management

Independence & Self-Advocacy

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work + 1 year related experience

Job description

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

Blind Services

Job Classification Title

Social Worker (S)

Position Number

60042947

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 for the blind will provide Independent Living Services and Medical Eye Care, and specialized services for blind and visually impaired consumers of all ages living in Rutherford and Polk Counties. The social worker for the blind provides services to assist consumers in becoming or remaining independent by teaching techniques and methods of daily living skills, personal care, home management and self-advocacy. The social worker for the blind works closely with other professionals and resources to assist consumers in attaining and maintaining their highest level of self-sufficiency.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

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

Recruitment Range: $ 45,431.00 - $ 62,458.00

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:

• Social Work Experience.

• Knowledge of social work principles, techniques, and practices.

• Knowledge of local community resources.

• Documented experience with case management.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently under varying conditions.

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date

This Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal Funds.

This Role Is Eligible To Be Hybrid And Requires Onsite Reporting Located Within Rutherford, NC

About the NC 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.

Supplemental Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employerthat embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federallaws, 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.

Degree/College Credit Verification

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations, and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach aDD-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 Accommodations

Consistent 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.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some 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 institution;

OR

Bachelor’s degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of directly related experience;

OR

Master’s degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of directly related experience;

OR

Bachelor’s degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of directly related experience;

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The 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.