Adult & Community Services - Social Worker

What You'll Be Doing

Join a Team That Empowers Seniors & Adults with Disabilities in Wake County!

We're looking for a compassionate, detail-oriented professional to join our dynamic team as an Adult & Community Services Social Worker !

The Wake County Social Services Senior & Adult Services Program offers a variety of homeand community-based programs and services to seniors, adults withdisabilities, and their families.


Our program is made up of three collaborative teams :

• Adult & Community Services
• Adult Guardianship
• Adult Protective Services

Together, we work toward one mission: promoting safety,health, and independence so individuals can thrive in their communities for as long as possible. Additionally, we strive to maintain the highest quality of life for those who reside in adult and family care homes in Wake County.

The Senior & Adult Services Program provides: (1) placement services,(2) case management services for people receiving Special Assistance/In-Homefunds, (3) monitoring of adult care homes and day care programs, and (4)protective services to disabled adults who are alleged to beenabused/neglected/exploited and in need of protection and (5) Adult Guardianship services act as a surrogate decision maker for adults who have been adjudicated incompetent by the courts.


In this role, you will:

• Monitor family care homes, adult care homes, and adult day care/day health programs
• Ensure compliance with state licensure and certification requirements
• Support our mission to safeguard the well-being and dignity of vulnerable adults
• Develop and implement trainingsin the community on issues pertinent to elderly and disabled adults
• Investigate complaints received on family care homes, adult care homes, and adult day care/day health programs and issuing citations as appropriate based on the outcome of investigations
• Evaluate and provide consultation and technical assistance to adultcare home licensee and administrators for initial licensure and compliance withlicensure rules
• Frequently work in the capacity of liaison betweenconsumers and residents of adult care homes

If you're passionate about advocacy, community impact, and helping individuals maintain independence, we'd love to meet you!
About Our Team


The Wake County Department of Social Services team is grounded in a deep commitment to connection, compassion, and community. We bring together experienced professionals who collaborate to support individuals and families through complex challenges, connect them with critical resources, and promote long-term stability. We value insight, innovation, and a solutions-focused approach, and we welcome those who are ready to contribute their expertise to meaningful, community-centered work. Join us in making a lasting difference!
The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field
• Two years of job-related experience
• Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• Master's degree in Human service related field
• One (1) year knowledge of adult care homes, adult day care centers and their regulations
• Nine (9) months experience with monitoring
• Experience working with elderly, disabled and adults with mental illness, intellectual developmental disabilities and substance abuse in licensed adult care homes, adult day care facilities and in the community
• Experience working in fast paced environment

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Excellent communication and organization skills
• Knowledge of resources for elderly and disabled adults with mental illness, intellectual developmental disabilities and substance abuse
• Ability to read and understand legal, medical and mental health documents
• Ability to prioritize and respond to the needs of a large caseload and ensure that projects within areas of responsibility are completed in a timely manner
• Ability to identify issues, obtain relevant information, relate and compare data from different sources, and identify alternative solutions
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with others in order to encourage and support communication and teamwork
• Ability to monitor programs and/or activities and take corrective action when necessary
• Ability to firmly adhere to codes of conduct and ethical principles and make decisions without regard to personal prejudices, biases, and experiences
• Ability to provide detailed professional documentation

About This Position

Location: HSC Swinburne Raleigh, NC 27610 USA

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 am -5:15 pm

Hiring Range: 26.91-36.33

Market Range: 26.91 - 45.75

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 5/26/2026

What Makes Wake Great

Equal Opportunity Statement

Background Check Statement

Emergency Service Worker Statement

What Makes Wake Great

Consistently ranked high among the best places to live and work in America, Wake County is home to NC State University, Research Triangle Park, and 2006 Stanley Cup Champions, the Carolina Hurricanes. In addition to being Wake County's seat of government, Raleigh is also the center of state government, with the Capitol Building, legislature and many state government offices located in Raleigh. With an estimated population of just over 1.2 million residents, Wake County is North Carolina's most populous county. Entertainment, recreation, and art and culture abound with the North Carolina Museum of Art, JC Raulston Arboretum, and the Neuse River Trail all in the heart of Wake County. Wake County uses the Council/Manager form of government. Currently, the seven members of the Board of Commissioners are elected by district on a partisan basis and serve four-year terms. In Fall 2026, two at-large seats will be added for nine total commissioners. The County is regarded as a fiscally responsible and well-managed government, enjoying a AAA bond rating. The County's FY2026 General Fund budget is approximately $2.1 billion, and the County has over 5,100 full time employees. Wake County Government came in at #2 on the Healthiest Employers list for 2024. This year, US News & World Report ranked Raleigh #5 on its list of Best Places to Live, and the Milken Institute ranked Raleigh #1 on its 2025 list of Best-Performing Cities.


Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.


Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.