Social Worker II

Person County Government; Roxboro (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Person County Government’s Department of Social Services seeks a Social Worker II to serve adults in the Community Alternatives Program and as Representative Payee. This role functions as a case manager helping eligible individuals remain independent at home and access essential services.

The position supports Medicaid-At-Risk case management and protective payee duties, with starting salary determined by education and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field sued as minimum education.
• Related field degrees with one year of directly related experience or two years of directly related experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Case Manager for CAP and Representative Payee Services; promote indepence and well-being.
• Provide Medicaid-At-Risk Case Management and protective payee duties.
• Assist clients in accessing community services and maintaining safe, independent living.

Skills

Case management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work

Bachelor's degree in a human services field

Job description

Join our team and make a meaningful difference for children, adults, and families in our community.

If you’re a compassionate, dedicated, and highly skilled person who’s been looking for a role where your ideas are heard, your work has visible impact, and your professional and personal growth is valued, consider building your future with us.

Person County Department of Social Services is recruiting for a Social Worker II for the Adult Services Community Alternatives Program and Representative Payee Services. This position serves as Case Manager for persons receiving services through the Community Alternatives Program (CAP) and the Special Assistance In-Home Program. Special Assistance In-Home Services are to help eligible individuals receiving SSI and others with incomes below the poverty level meet their basic needs. With sufficient income, adequate housing, necessary health and social services, reliable informal support from family and friends, and case management, some individuals may remain safely at home rather than move to an adult care home. SA In Home's goal is to allow individuals to remain in the community and to live as independently as possible.

This position also serves as a Medicaid-At-Risk Case Manager providing services to promote and enhance the client's independence and well-being and as protective payee to provide financial management of the client's resources.

The starting salary will be determined with consideration given to both the candidate's educational background and relevant work experience.

Must possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record per County policy.

This is a non-exempt position working 37.5 hours weekly/1950 hours annually.

A copy of the official college transcript added as an attachment is acceptable for the application process, but if an applicant is selected for an interview, he/she will be required to bring an official college transcript to the interview.

• Bachelor's degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution;
• bachelor's degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of directly related experience;
• bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years directly related experience;
• or an equivalent combination of education and experience.