Social Worker IAT Position Available In Person, North Carolina

Social Worker IAT Person County North Carolina 304 South Morgan Street, Roxboro, NC 27573 “Everything is Better in Person” Summary Objective Person County Government is actively seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker IAT to join the In-Home and Permanency Planning Unit within the Department of Social Services. This critical position plays a pivotal role in the long-term safety, stability, and well-being of children who have experienced abuse, neglect, or dependency. This is a meaningful opportunity to walk alongside families during some of their most difficult moments, offering intensive support, intervention, and guidance to help them rebuild and maintain safe, nurturing homes. Why Join Our Team? Be part of a mission-driven agency that values service, empathy, and resilience. Receive ongoing training and professional development in child welfare best practices. Work in a supportive environment w your contributions truly make a difference. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement, and paid leave. . The starting salary will be determined with consideration given to both the candidate’s educational background and relevant work experience. Must possess a valid driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record per County policy. This is an exempt position working 37.5 hours weekly/1950 hours annually. Cover letter, resume and transcripts required to apply. A copy of the official college transcript added as an attachment is acceptable for the application process, but if an applicant is selected for an interview, he/she will be required to bring an official college transcript to the interview. Essential Functions In-Home Services are planning, directing and monitoring the provision of a full range of social, health and in home services to an individual or a family. Activities include determining initial and on-going eligibility for appropriate services that may be provided by a variety of agencies; developing and implementing appropriate family specific case plan; and establishing ways and means to alleviate the family’s needs. Permanency Planning Services are those services through which plans for substitute care for abused, neglected and dependent children are evaluated, arranged, maintained, and supervised either in the homes of approved relatives or in licensed or approved homes or facilities when the children’s parents are unable to care for them adequately or to provide a suitable environment. Other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Master’s degree from an accredited school of social work and one year of social work experience; or a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of social work and two years of social work or counseling experience; or Master’s degree in a counseling field and two years of social work or counseling experience; or a four-year degree in a human services field or related curriculum and three years of social work or counseling experience; or graduation from a four-year college or university and four years of experience in rehabilitation counseling, pastoral counseling or a related human service field providing experience in the techniques of casework, group work or community organization; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. One year of work experience can be credited for completion of the social work collaborative.

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State mandated pre-service training as well as continuing education opportunities available. Special Certifications and Licenses N/A Person County conducts pre-employment screening on candidates. Job offers are conditional pending the following: A pre-employment drug screen for all candidates. Positions designated by Person County as Safety Sensitive are also subject to random drug and alcohol testing. A background check for all candidates. Some positions also require a credit check. Additional screening and testing required for some positions. Within 3 days of the start of your employment with the County, you must be able to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the US. Person County Government is an Equal Opportunity/E-Verify Employer