Recruitment Announcement

POSITION: Social Worker III:  Child Protective and Adult Protective Services

Grade 11, Step 1

Salary: $50,618 (For a fully qualified Social Worker)

Location of Position:  Social Services, 117 N Carolina Hwy 343 S, Camden, NC 27921

RECRUITMENT PERIOD:  May 4, 2023 - May 12, 2023 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Social Workers hired in this classification must complete a required 72-hour minimum of Pre-Service training before direct client contact and 39 additional hours within the first year of employment.  Employees hired in this classification will be assigned to the services division of the department which consists of Child Protective Services and Adult Protective Services.  Both units include working with complicated cases, which require the flexible use of a wide range of social work skills. Positions require availability for after-hours and weekend on-call duty on a rotating basis. A valid driver’s license and a telephone where the employee can be reached at all times are required. Work is performed under the supervision of Social Work Supervisor III. A description of the work performed in each respective unit is as follows:

ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES:

This position provides necessary support and services to enable disabled and elderly adults to live safely in the least restrictive environment possible. The worker will be expected to establish working relationships with multiple groups and agencies that offer services to disabled and elderly adults. This worker will also investigate cases of abuse, neglect, and/or financial exploitation. The social worker in this position conducts thorough social work assessments of adult clients both in the office and in the home and works very closely with the adult’s Medicaid Worker. This will involve home visits to clients, and communication with physicians, mental health professionals, attorneys, and the court system as needed. This position will also assist with Adult Day Care Monitoring and Case Management services. 

CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES:

This position will be responsible for conducting CPS investigations and assessments. Provide CPS social work services to monitor and maintain the safety of children where neglect or abuse has been identified. Conduct assessments that accurately identify the strengths and needs of the family system and assess the risk of continuing harm to the children. Work to strengthen the family’s capacity to protect and nurture the children through referrals to community resources. Model and support appropriate behaviors that will enhance family functioning. Arrange for appropriate alternative placements when children are not safe within their own homes. Competently testify in court when necessary. Document case information thoroughly and timely. Provide consistent contact and follow-up with families. Position may perform other CPS duties as required including courtesy requests, acting as a liaison with specialty courts, &/or other CPS functions. Must be able to manage conflict, remain neutral and fair, engage people and build trust, and promote collaboration and consensus. The ability to use best practices, strategies, professional judgment, and time management skills in complex situations is essential. Must have knowledge of child welfare policies and practices. Applicant must have excellent oral and written skills. Applicant must communicate effectively with individuals from varying cultures and backgrounds via phone and personal contact.

Computer proficiency is required. A valid North Carolina driver’s license and a vehicle for use at work are also required. Some situations may require the employee to work overtime hours.  The work schedule is normally 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from Monday through Friday with the exception of on-call duties.

This position also includes mandatory work as needed in emergency shelters in the event of a natural or man-made disaster.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Significant knowledge of social work principles, techniques, and practices, and their application to detailed casework and community problems; significant knowledge of policies and procedures as evidenced by the ability to cite the authority of federal and state law; significant knowledge of individual and group behavior, family dynamics, medical, behavioral, socio-economic problems, and their treatment theory.  Ability to interact and motivate a resistant involuntary client population and the public 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 court, case records, and treatment plans; ability to testify as an expert witness; ability to employ advanced case management interview techniques to establish a supportive relationship and involve families in the initial assessment for the need of services; ability to assess the risks and safety and well-being of the client; ability to make decisions about removing children and adults when the decision has to be made with limited direct information and limited access to consultation; ability to communicate effectively; ability to perform manual work exerting up to 50 pounds of force and up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. Skill in observing and interpreting verbal and non-verbal behaviors; skill in listening to others with understanding and purpose.  Also, possess skills in soliciting information and collecting facts. 

MINIMUM TRAINING 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 a 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 the completion of the social work collaborative.

** Directly related experience is defined as Human Services experience in the area of case management, assessment and referral, supportive counseling, intervention, psycho-social therapy, and treatment planning.

SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENT:

Employment drug test, college transcript, driver’s history screen, and criminal background check required of finalist applicant(s).

HOW TO APPLY: Required:  Please complete a North Carolina State Application (PD-107).  Click Here.

Please complete a Camden County Employment Application. Click Here.  

Submit To:  Beverly Fonville, HR Director at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or you can mail to

P. O. Box 190, Camden, NC  27921 or you can drop the state application off at the Camden Administrative Offices located at  330 East HWY 158, Camden, NC  27921.

CAMDEN COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER