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Social Worker - Investigative/Assessment and Treatment - (Child Protective Services On-Call)

Burke County Government
$61,500 - $70,242 a year
Morganton, North Carolina
Full time
2 weeks ago

Social Worker - Investigative/Assessment and Treatment - (Child Protective Services On-Call)

Department: Social Services

Hiring Range: $61,500.00 - $70,242.00

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Schedule: On call

Description of Work

Advanced level of social work position that involves receiving, screening and initiating Child Protective Services reports after the Department of Social Services’ regular business hours of Monday through Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm. and includes weekends, holidays and whenever the Department is closed or on delay for inclement weather conditions.

The position can include rotating schedules and work during and after business hours as well as holiday hours. Schedule may change according to staffing needs of the unit. The shift available at this time is listed below:

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

Thorough knowledge of social work principles, techniques and practices and their applications to complex casework, treatment, and investigation of abuse or neglect of children; thorough knowledge of policies and procedures of federal and state law related to child protection; thorough knowledge of individual and group behavior, family dynamics, and medical, behavioral and/or psychosocial problems. Considerable knowledge of governmental and private organizations and resources in the community. Ability to interact and engage individuals 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 and case records; ability to testify in court; ability to use 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 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 their safety is in imminent danger; and ability to communicate effectively and establish supportive relationships with clients and professionals in the community.

Minimum Training and Experience Requirements:

Note: One year of work experience can be credited for completion of the social work collaborative.

Special Requirements:

Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Application Process: Burke County paper applications can be obtained at the Human Resources office, located at 200 Avery Ave. Morganton, NC, Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm; online applications are available at: www.burkenc.org Completed applications should provide a complete work history, including a detailed and thorough list of job duties. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

Burke County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, genetic information, or disability in employment or the provision of services.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $61,500.00 - $70,242.00 per year

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Work Location: In person

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