Social Worker III - Foster Care and Adoptions

Person County Government; Roxboro (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Person County Government is seeking a compassionate Social Worker III to join the Foster Care and Adoptions Unit and support children in the foster care and adoption process.

You will provide case management and permanency planning, collaborating with families and partners to promote safety and permanency for children. This role emphasizes reunification where possible and requires strong driving eligibility.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work.
• Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative.
• Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive case management and permanency planning services for children in foster care.
• Collaborate with children, parents, foster parents, adoptive families and community partners to develop service plans.
• Promote family reunification when possible and safe, stable, permanent homes for children.
• Assist with implementation and monitoring of individualized service plans.

Skills

Case management

Children & families

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in social work

Bachelor's degree in social work + Child Welfare Collaborative

Bachelor's degree in social work + 1 year related experience

Master's degree in a human services field + 1 year related experience

Bachelor's degree in a human services field + 2 years related experience

Bachelor's degree + 3 years related experience

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.

The Person County Department of Social Services is seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and motivated professional to join our Child Welfare Services team as a Social Worker III in the Foster Care and Adoptions Unit. This position plays a vital role in promoting child safety, permanency, and well-being by supporting children and families involved in the foster care and adoption process.

The Social Worker III in this position is responsible for providing comprehensive case management and permanency planning services to children who are currently or have previously been in foster care. This position works collaboratively with children, parents, foster parents, adoptive families, and community partners to develop and implement individualized service plans that support family reunification whenever possible and promote safe, stable, and permanent homes for children.

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.

If the position you are applying for requires a degree, education verification will be required as part of the hiring process.

• Foster Care Services and Permanency Planning: 50%
• Adoption: 30%
• Adoption Assistance: 10%
• Other Duties as Assigned by the Supervisor: 10%

Required Minimum Training

• Master's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work;
• Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative (Child Welfare positions only);
• Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience;
• Master's degree in a human services field and one year of directly related experience;
• Bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years directly related experience;
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience.