Social Worker Supervisor III- Assessments

Alamance County Government; North Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alamance County Government is seeking a CPS Supervisor to guide frontline Child Protective Services teams. You will lead assessments, supervise social workers, and ensure the safety and well-being of children and families served.

This role requires a master’s or bachelor’s in social work or related field with several years of directly related experience and a proven ability to manage crisis situations and complex cases.

Qualifications

• Master’s in social work with 2+ years directly related experience.
• Bachelor’s in social work with 3+ years directly related experience.
• Master’s in a human services field with 3+ years directly related experience.
• Bachelor’s in a human services field with 4+ years directly related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years directly related experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and empower a team of social workers and support staff.
• Oversee case planning, assignments, coordination of services, and crisis management.
• Provide expert training, guidance, and ongoing development for the team.
• Review casework for quality, compliance, and impactful service delivery.
• Participate in rotational on-call support for emergencies.

Skills

Leadership

Crisis intervention

Family dynamics

Policy knowledge

Education

Master's in social work

Bachelor's in social work

Master's in human services

Bachelor's in human services

Bachelor's degree + experience

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Lead the Charge in Protecting Children: CPS Supervisor Wanted!

We’re looking for a bold, compassionate, and skilled CPS Supervisor to guide our frontline heroes in Child Protective Services. This is your chance to make a real impact—every single day. You'll lead dynamic teams across Child Protective Services Assessments, ensuring every child and family receives the highest quality support when they need it most.

What You'll Do

Lead with Purpose: Supervise, mentor, and empower a team of dedicated social workers and support staff.

Navigate Complexity: Oversee case planning, assignments, coordination of services, and crisis management.

Train & Inspire: Provide expert training, guidance, and ongoing development for your team.

Ensure Excellence: Review casework for quality, compliance, and impactful service delivery.

Be the Lifeline: Participate in rotational on-call support for emergencies—because child safety doesn’t clock out.

• A master’s degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of directly related experience.
• Or a bachelor’s degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of directly related experience.
• Or a master’s degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of directly related experience.
• Or a bachelor’s degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of directly related experience.
• Or a bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of directly related experience.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

A copy of a certified college transcript and a letter of reference must be provided upon request.

What You Bring

• A deep understanding of social work principles, crisis intervention, and family dynamics.
• Proven leadership in high-stakes, emotionally complex environments.
• Strong knowledge of child welfare laws, policies, and best practices.
• The ability to think fast, act decisively, and lead compassionately—especially under pressure.

This Role is For You If

• You thrive in fast-paced, high-impact settings.
• You’re ready to handle tough conversations, real-world problems, and life-changing decisions.
• You’re not afraid to lead in the storm—with integrity, empathy, and clarity.