Social Worker III - Adult Services

We are glad you are interested in joining our team and serving the citizens of Scotland County! Scotland County employees work to improve the wellbeing and safety of citizens' lives. As a county employee you will work with others who value respect, teamwork, dependability, accountability, innovation and excellence. We offer flexible work scheduling and a full benefits package including medical insurance, vacation, paid holidays, and membership in the North Carolina retirement system.

Responsibilities

This position provides advanced, professional level casework for disabled adults found to be at risk for or victims of neglect, abuse, or exploitation;

Serves as the guardian representative for adults ensuring all physical, mental, and well being needs are provided;

Identifies risk and provides safety interventions to adults in a family and out of home settings;

Works regularly in the field conducting home visits, etc.

Prepares reports and testifies at court hearings;

Prepares and maintains ongoing documentation of workload activities;

Provides referrals and engages with community partners;

Monitors facilities, investigates and responds to complaints

Performs other duties as assigned, which may include shelter duty.

Qualifications
Master's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work

OR a 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 a Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience

OR a Master's degree in a human services field and one year of directly related experience

OR a Bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years directly related experience

OR a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience

Criminal records check, drug screen, and references will be required for the successful candidate.

Diplomas and degrees must be received from accredited institutions.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and E-Verify Participant.

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