Social Worker II (Licensing)-(Posting # 631041-2889)

Halifax; North Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Halifax County Social Services seeks a Social Worker II (Licensing) to license and monitor families pursuing adoption or fostering. The role includes home assessments, co-leading TIPS-MAPP trainings, and transporting families to medical appointments and supervised court visits.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor's in social work or a related field with relevant experience, plus a valid NC driver’s license. The position includes emergency shelter staffing duties as required by state mandates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or human services with related experience.
• Must possess valid NC driver's license.
• Must meet state mandates and staff emergency shelter requirements.

Responsibilities

• Licensing and monitoring families interested in adopting or fostering.
• Complete home assessments and co-lead TIPS-MAPP trainings.
• Provide transportation to medical appointments and supervise court-ordered visitations.
• Perform other duties serving children and families as needed.
• Occasionally cover Child Welfare intake and support other programs.

Skills

Team player

Public speaking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or human services

Job description

Social Worker II (Licensing)-(Posting # 631041-2889)

Description: This position is responsible for licensing and monitoring families that are interested in adopting and/ or fostering. This position will also be responsible for completing home assessments and co‑leading TIPS‑MAPP trainings. This position is responsible for providing transportation to medical appointments along with transporting and supervising court ordered visitations. This position may be responsible for performing other job duties related to serving children and families. Occasionally this person will perform Child Welfare intake coverage and serve in a supportive role to other programs. This social worker should possess team player qualities, be comfortable with public speaking, and work well in a fast‑paced environment.

Requirements: 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. In accordance with State mandates and the Halifax County Emergency Operations Plan, Halifax County Social Services staff are required to staff emergency shelters during times of disaster. Please be advised that every staff person is eligible to be assigned to an emergency shelter, or Emergency Operations Center. Other requirements include possession of a driver’s license valid in the state of N.C.

Compensation: The hiring range for this position is $45,337-$50,699. Halifax County provides a comprehensive employee benefits package, including membership in the N.C. Local Government Employees’ Retirement System.

Application Requirements: An official completed Halifax County Application for Employment (HR1107) and college transcripts are required to fully evaluate your qualifications for this position. The completed application and supplemental materials must be received by 5:00 p.m. on or before the closing date; postmarks will not be accepted. All portions on the application, as they relate to your background, must be fully completed. Applications may not refer to a resume’ or other enclosed documents (i.e. “see resume” or “see attached”), nor will these items be accepted in lieu of a completed application. We will be unable to consider incomplete submissions for this position. Unofficial transcripts (e.g. student copies) are acceptable for application purposes. If selected for employment, official transcripts will be required. A criminal background check will be required prior to hiring.

Halifax County Human Resources Management 26 North King Street (next to the Historic Courthouse) Post Office Box 646 Halifax, North Carolina 27839-0646 Telephone: [phone]

Applicants That Do Not Meet the Full Qualification Requirements, May Be Offered a Trainee or Work/Against Appointment (only for positions that are work against eligible)

Halifax County is a drug‑free workplace. A pre‑employment drug test will be required of this position with the results being received (negative) prior to the first day of employment. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will employ only those individuals who are U.S. citizens or legal aliens authorized to maintain employment in the United States.