Social Worker III - Adult Services

About This Opportunity

Brunswick County DSS is accepting applications for a Social Worker III for the Adult Services team.

A Social Worker III - Adult Services provides protective and case management services to disabled and vulnerable adults. This work includes evaluating allegations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation; providing case management services; assisting and protecting adults who were found to be incompetent and in need of Adult Guardianship services; and assessing the needs and providing services to disabled adults who wish to remain in their homes. Job responsibilities include:

• Assessing the safety of elderly and disabled adults through interviews, completing home and community visits as well as contacting family members and service providers.
• Connecting vulnerable adults to community resources to address safety and risk factors.
• Completing timely, concise, detailed documentation
• Preparing court documents and testifying in court as needed.
• Conducting interviews with disabled adults and others with knowledge of the adult's abilities and needs
• Consulting with professionals regarding the adult's history, needs, and abilities
• Reviewing medical and/or psychological records
• Rotating on-call coverage for adult services as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of adult services policies and legal mandates
• Knowledge of social work, practices, and principles
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• General computer knowledge and ability to learn and navigate various programs and databases
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and reassess as priorities change in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to de-escalate upset clients / remain calm in stressful situations
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Other Information:

We are a forward thinking, creative organization that truly believes in treating others as we want to be treated and we are looking for the right person to join our Team. We are looking for an ethical, team oriented, confident, compassionate, family centered, self-starter with a capacity for critical thinking and problem solving.

• Willingness to work in a fast paced, challenging environment that offers opportunities to grow both personally and professionally
• Have a desire to create a positive impact on adults, children and families living in our community
• Ability to interpret and apply state and agency policies and procedures with the goal of meeting the needs of the community
• Capacity to work and thrive in a team environment

There will be a significant amount of time spent in family homes and in the community. Must be available to work during emergency situations.

Education and Experience

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); or Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience; or Master's degree in a human services field and one year of directly related experience; or Bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years 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 education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Please submit a copy of college transcripts with application

Physical Requirements

Must be physically able to operate a variety of office equipment. Must be able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pound of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Brunswick County provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by the law.

Brunswick County is required by law to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired. Brunswick County participates in E-Verify to determine employment eligibility to work in the United States.

All positions with Brunswick County require a valid driver's license and candidates must be current on Brunswick County taxes. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening. For positions requiring work with children, selected candidates will be required to submit fingerprints to the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (NCSBI) for a pre-employment criminal history record check in accordance with G.S. 153A-94.2(b).