Social Worker III - Placement Services

Salary: $67,931.95 - $108,691.12 Annually
Location : 1225 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202602884
Department: Social Services
Division: Social Work Services/Children
Opening Date: 02/17/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Salary Grade: 115


Position Overview
***Open Recruitment Until Filled***
Position(s) located in the Children Services section.
Examples of Duties


This position is responsible for locating and securing residential placement for youth in foster care. This role will work in close partnership with the LME/MCO, child placing agencies/facilities, and social work staff. This person will address new and existing licensed providers for the placement of children.

The primary purpose of this position is to provide Social Work Services in the areas of Children's Services; custody, adoption, and foster care work which involves the assessment of individual and family dynamics and needs, serving as expert witness at court hearings, crisis intervention and counseling. Employees provide in-depth assessment of family dynamics, determine the extent of neglect or abuse, and consult with other staff and community professionals for information purposes and joint case planning. This employee must use a family centered practice approach while meeting the state standards; keeping in mind the child's need for connections and permanency.

Minimum Qualifications


Master's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work; OR 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 of directly related experience; OR a Master's degree in counseling in a human services field and one year of social work or counseling; OR a Bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years of directly related experience; OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience. Directly Related Experience is defined as Human Services experience in the areas of case management, assessment and referral, supportive counseling, intervention, psycho-social therapy and treatment planning.

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

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities


Thorough knowledge of social work principles, techniques, and practices, and their application to complex casework, groupwork, and community problems. Considerable knowledge of a wide range of medical, behavioral, and/or psychosocial problems and their treatment theory. Considerable knowledge of family and group dynamics and a range of intervention techniques, governmental and private organizations, and resources in the community, laws, regulations, and policies which govern the program. General knowledge of the methods and principles of casework supervision and training. In certain settings, considerable knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes and their treatment as they relate to decisions regarding clinical interventions and appropriate therapies based on medical or psychological diagnosis. Skill in establishing rapport with a client and in applying techniques or assessing psychosocial, behavioral, and psychological aspects of client's problems. Ability to supervise, train, or instruct lower-level social workers, students, or interns in the program. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of case load and their families, as well as civic, legal, medical, social, and religious organizations. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely and to plan and execute work effectively.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: The selected applicant will be subject to the following conditions prior to appointment. Failure to complete or fulfill these conditions may result in dismissal.

The employee in this position will be operating motor vehicles for Cumberland County and shall have a valid North Carolina Driver's License.
Each applicant who is tendered an offer for employment for any position with Cumberland County shall be tested for the use of drugs specified in the County policy. Refusal to submit to testing or a confirmed positive test shall be a basis for withdrawal of the conditional employment offer.

Law enforcement background and fingerprinting check is required.

Duties of this position require the use of the employees personal vehicle.

This position will be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.

The Cumberland County Department of Social Services has a dress code policy that must be adhered to. This policy includes specific guidelines related to tattoos and body piercing.

College transcripts may be submitted on-line via the attachment feature or mailed to Cumberland County Department of Social Services, P.O. Box 2429, Fayetteville, NC 28302. Prior to employment start date, an official transcript must be presented in its original unopened envelope.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED. APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE IF WORK HISTORY IS NOT UP TO DATE. PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOUR APPLICATION CONTAINS ALL RELEVANT INFORMATION .

A RESUME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED IN DETERMINING YOUR QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log into your account and click "Application Status."

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MISSION
The Cumberland County Department of Social Services stands united to strengthen individuals and families and to protect children and vulnerable adults. We collaborate with our community partners to provide programs and services which engage our customers in improving their quality of life.

VISION
We envision our Department... as a catalyst for improving quality of life through teamwork, partnership, forward thinking, and cutting edge service delivery. We envision our customers...as partners, motivated and empowered to improve their quality of life.

Our Core Standards & Values
A quality customer experience, business operations and employee experience represents our three Core Standards that guide our principles and values. We have identified eight core values and validating behaviors that define our Departments: Service, Teamwork, Accountability, Diversity, Innovation, Optimism, Integrity and Flexibility.
Cumberland County offers a generous benefit plan including a Government Retirement Plan, 13 paid holidays per year and an Employee Wellness Center Clinic.To see more information about the benefits offered to employees
01


Which of the following best describe your highest obtained level of education?

• High School Diploma/GED
• Some College Coursework, No Degree
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate's Degree

02


Do you possess a BSW from an accredited university?

• Yes
• No

03


Do you possess a MSW from an accredited university?

• Yes
• No

04


If you do not have a BSW or MSW, please select the type of major that you possess from the following list.

• Counseling and Guidance
• Rehabilitation Counseling
• Sociology
• Psychology
• Counseling Psychology
• Family Studies
• Criminal Justice
• Therapeutic Recreation
• Special Education
• Child Development and Family Relations
• Other

05


If your major was not listed, please list the major you possess.
06


Have you completed the NC Child Welfare Education Collaborative?

• Yes
• No

07


Have you completed the NC Child Welfare Pre-Service training?

• Yes
• No

08


If you answered yes to the Pre-Service question, when did you complete the training? Enter Month/Year
09


Do you have at least two years of experience in case management, assessment and referral, supportive counseling, intervention, psycho-social therapy or treatment planning?

• Yes
• No

10


Which of the following best describes your level of experience in case management, assessment and referral, supportive counseling, intervention, psycho-social therapy or treatment planning?

• Less than 6 months
• 12 to 17 months
• 18 to 23 months
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years or more
• None of the above

11


Please list at least three professional references and their contact information (phone number and email address).
12


Please verify that your application includes the following information: * Employment history including salary, correct dates of employment, employer address and phone number, supervisor's name, and reason for leaving each employer. Applications without the above information will be considered incomplete and not be processed. Information not included in the application will not be used for evaluation purposes; resume will not be used in lieu of application.Please take a moment to review your application before submission to ensure all categories are completed.I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question