SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR III (CPS)

Job Posting: Child Welfare Social Worker Supervisor Department SOCIAL SERVICES (DSS) Position Numbers 40008753, 40001489 Salary Range $70,663.00 - $95,353.00 Type FULL-TIME, EXEMPT Responsibilities Supervises a team of Child Welfare Social Workers. The position is responsible for receiving and investigating reports of suspected child abuse or neglect. Duties include coordinating, implementing, managing, and supporting all activities performed by five social workers assigned to an assessment/investigative unit who work 8:30 am‑5:00 pm. The supervisor ensures that front‑line social workers carry out functions of protecting children, complying with court orders, North Carolina Child Welfare Statutes and laws, Federal Child Welfare Statutes and Laws, and meet the expectations of the county and agency. The employee must be knowledgeable about all tasks within child welfare services and may be expected to perform tasks/responsibilities in other areas of child welfare. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of NC Laws, and policies under which the program operates. Knowledge and experience with the judicial system. Ability to teach, plan, organize, and schedule management functions. Comprehensive knowledge of principles, methods, and techniques of social work administration, including a broad knowledge of child welfare services. Effective oral and written communication skills. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements The position requires 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 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. Preferred Requirements Experience in Child Welfare Protective Services. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Durham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA Compliance ADA requires Durham County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management. Background Check This position may be subject to a background check, which could include, but is not limited to, criminal history (employment‑related and/or SBI fingerprint‑based), credit history, motor vehicle records, educational verification, and checks of the sexual offender registry, depending on the specific requirements of the role. A conviction record does not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment consideration, unless otherwise required by applicable state law. #J-18808-Ljbffr