Social Worker I/A&T (Investigations)

Overview The primary purpose of this position is to provide child protective service investigations and family assessments regarding reports of child abuse, neglect and dependency, as mandated by the Statutes of North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. The position also provides Child Protective Services Intake, Child Protective In‑Home Services, and Foster Care Services as directed by the supervisor, according to the agency’s needs to allow for the smooth transition of cases between services. The role backs up Child Protective Service On‑Call staff as needed and also provides assists, kinship assessments, and monitoring of cases for out‑of‑county requests. This role works directly with at‑risk children and families and involves the most complex case situations in the agency. It requires participation in Child & Family Team Meetings, presentation of cases to the court, and other duties and responsibilities as may be required. Responsibilities Provide child protective service investigations and family assessments regarding reports of child abuse, neglect and dependency. Provide Child Protective Services Intake, Child Protective In‑Home Services, and Foster Care Services as directed by the supervisor. Back up Child Protective Service On‑Call staff as needed and provide assists and kinship assessments for out‑of‑county requests. Work directly with at‑risk children and families and handle the most complex case situations in the agency. Participate in Child & Family Team Meetings and present cases to the court. Perform other duties and responsibilities as required. Special Attributes and Skills Thorough knowledge of social work principles, techniques, and practices and their application to complex casework, treatment, and investigation of abuse or neglect of children. Thorough knowledge of policies and procedures as evidenced by the ability to cite the authority of federal and state law. Knowledge of individual and group behavior, family dynamics, and medical, behavioral, and/or psychosocial problems and their treatment theory. Considerable knowledge of governmental and private organizations and resources in the community. Ability to interact with and motivate a resistant involuntary client population and the public who may not agree with the laws, rules or policies of the process or the programs. Ability to prepare documentation such as written investigative reports for the court, case records, and treatment plans. Ability to testify as an expert witness. Ability to employ advanced case management interview techniques to establish a supportive relationship and involve families in the initial assessment for the need of services. Ability to quickly assess the risks and safety of the client environment during daylight hours, after dark, and in high crime areas. Ability to employ expert negotiation skills in the most complex cases. Ability to analyze and assess child development safety issues in relation to risk factors. Ability to analyze tense family situations and make decisions about removing children when the decision has to be made with limited direct information and limited access to consultation. Ability to communicate effectively and establish supportive client relationships. Ability to perform manual work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Qualifications Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited School of Social Work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative. Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited School of Social Work and one (1) year directly related experience. Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited School of Social Work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative and one (1) year directly related experience. Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited School of Social Work and two (2) years directly related experience. Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services field from an accredited College or University and three (3) years directly related experience. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited College or University and four (4) years directly related experience. Official transcripts of all degree work are required. Drug test required. Social Worker III Salary: $60,182.67 – $77,033.82. 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 (1) year directly related experience; Master’s Degree in Counseling in a Human Services field and one (1) year of Social Work or Counseling; Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services field from an accredited College or University and two (2) years directly related experience; Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited College or University and three (3) years directly related experience. Official transcript of the highest degree work is required. Social Worker II Salary: $54,587.46 – $69,871.95. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited School of Social Work; Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services field from an accredited College or University and one (1) year of directly related experience; Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited College or University and two (2) years of directly related experience. Official transcript of the highest degree work is required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Iredell-County