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(SOCIAL SERVICES) Social Worker III - Foster Care

$56.89k

Sampson County

Job Description

Job Description

GRADE: 73

SALARY: Beginning at $56,892.00/year with full benefits package

STATUS: Open Until Filled

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Do you have the dedication and expertise to guide children in foster care toward safety, stability, and success? If so, the Sampson County Department of Social Services is looking for you to join our team as a Foster Care Social Worker III!

About the Role:

As a Foster Care Social Worker III, you will:

  • Provide specialized child welfare services in Foster Care, Permanency Planning, and Independent Living Services for children in DSS custody (ages newborn to 21).
  • Work closely with families, foster parents, legal representatives, and community partners to create safe and supportive environments for children.
  • Assess and implement intervention strategies to address medical, behavioral, and psychosocial needs.
  • Advocate for children's well-being by ensuring compliance with state and federal policies, attending court proceedings, and developing permanency plans.
  • Share responsibility for on-call duties, responding to urgent needs as required.

What You Bring:

We're looking for someone with a(n):

  • Thorough knowledge of social work principles, techniques, and practices for complex casework and crisis intervention.
  • Strong understanding of family dynamics, behavioral health, trauma-informed care, and intervention strategies.
  • Ability to establish trust and build effective relationships with children, families, and community partners.
  • Excellent communication skills to advocate for children and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Valid North Carolina Driver's License and willingness to travel as needed.

Why Join Us?

  • Impactful Work – Play a crucial role in shaping the future of children and families.
  • Professional Growth – Opportunities for training, supervision, and leadership development.
  • Work-Life Balance – Flexible schedules and remote work options after probation.
  • Supportive Team Environment – Work alongside dedicated professionals who share your passion.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and take the next step in your social work career with Sampson County DSS!

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 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.

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN TO THOSE WITH BI-LINGUAL SKILLS AND/OR DSS EXPERIENCE.

Applicants may qualify for a work against appointment with a certain degree of education and experience.

APPLY:

NC State Application form (PD-107) and all college transcripts required.

Application deadline is: Open Until Filled

SAMPSON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

All offers of employment are conditional pending candidate undergoing pre-employment Alcohol & Drug testing and producing satisfactory test results.

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