Social Worker - Murdoch Developmental Center

Health & Human Services; Butner (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Murdoch Developmental Center, seeks a Social Worker (S) for Royall Cottage to provide comprehensive social work services and family support. Duties include psychosocial evaluations and EHR documentation, working within an interdisciplinary team.

The role requires a MSW or BSW with at least one year of related experience, good standing with the NC Health Care Personnel Registry, and a 8:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday–Friday schedule at a state

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work (MSW) or Bachelor's degree in social work (BSW) with at least 1 year of related experience.
• Must meet the ICF/IID requirement.
• Applicants must be in good standing with the NC Health Care Personnel Registry.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct social work services to Royall Cottage clients and families.
• Complete psychosocial evaluations and document client progress in the EHR.
• Assist with duties related to division needs as assigned by the Division Director.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary treatment team and other service providers.

Skills

Social work knowledge

Writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

MSW or BSW + 1 year experience

Job description

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Murdoch Developmental Center Job Classification Title Social Worker (S) Position Number 60051019 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

This position is responsible for the provision of social work services for Royall Cottage; a 48 bed co-ed non-ambulatory severe/profound Intellectual Developmental Disability Program. This position will be administratively and professionally supervised through Murdoch’s Social Work Department. Position will render direct services through personal contact between the social worker and the client/family. Indirect services will include the completion of psychosocial evaluations and documentation of client progress via Electronic Health Record (EHR). The Social Worker will also assist with related duties concerning individuals and divisional needs as assigned by the Division Director. The Social Worker is a vital member of the interdisciplinary treatment team. Social Workers work directly with clients/guardians, professionals from other disciplines and paraprofessionals employed by Murdoch Center. This position will maintain effective working relationships with agency staff and other service providers. ALL employees of Murdoch Center are designated as ESSENTIAL for adverse weather and emergency events.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities / Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $51,996.00 - $60,725.00 A Sign-on bonus of $4,000 may be offered to the successful applicant(s) of this posting, contingent on the 2025-2026 Budget Approval.

• Working knowledge of social work principles, theory base methods, policy, techniques, trends and literature of social work with particular reference to mental and emotional disturbances, developmental disabilities, and governmental and private organizations, and resources in the community, laws, regulations, and policies which govern the program.
• Strong writing skills, communication skills, and interpersonal skills required.

This position requires a four year or higher degree from an accredited school of social work - Master’s degree in social work (MSW) or Bachelor’s degree in social work (BSW) as well as one year of social work experience. This is an ICF/IID requirement. Required work schedule is 8:00 am–5:00 pm. Monday – Friday. To be considered for employment, applicants must be in good standing with the North Carolina Health Care Personnel Registry.

Eligibility for Sign-on Bonus

To qualify for the Sign-on Bonus, a newly hired permanent full-time or permanent part-time employee must work 30 to 40 hours per week to be eligible. Those who are eligible and working less than 40 hours a week will receive a prorated rate. An employee is not eligible for a sign-on bonus if:

• The employee has held a position in the North Carolina State government, including the judicial system, or the University of North Carolina system, within the last 12 months (the employee shall remain ineligible for 12 months from the separation date).
• The employee has previously received a sign-on bonus from any State agency DHHS has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees.

All Sign-on Bonuses are contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the Sign-on Policy can be found here.

About Murdoch Developmental Center

Murdoch Developmental Center is a 24/7 state residential facility located in Butner, NC, near the Research Triangle area. Murdoch serves individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD). Murdoch is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages, cognitive and functional abilities.

Supplemental Contact Information

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. Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

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. Applicants will be communicated via email only for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at [phone].

Minimum Education and Experience

• 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.
• This position requires a four year or higher degree from an accredited school of social work - Master’s degree in social work (MSW) or Bachelor’s degree in social work (BSW) as well as one year of social work experience. This is an ICF/IID requirement.

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.

Recruiter and Employer Information

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!