Social Worker IAT – CPS
Work Type
Family and Children’s Services
Position Number
2024-00037
Salary
$55,255 - $70,804 annually
Closing Date
June 17, 2024
Posted June 3, 2024
Agency Name
Person County DSS
Work County
Person
Job Location
304 S. Morgan St.
Roxboro
North Carolina
27573
Job Description
Person County Government is recruiting for a Social Worker IAT for the Child Protective Services Unit at the Department of Social Services.
The primary purpose of the position is to respond to crisis situations in regard to reports of abuse and neglect received by the agency. Responsibilities include investigation or assessment of alleged abuse and/or neglect, substantiating the allegations within state and federal guidelines, providing testimony in court, and following up with case management or treatment for families.
This is a non-exempt position working 37.5 hours weekly/1950 hours annually.
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.
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.
Minimum Education and Experience
Required Minimum Training and Education:- 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 counseling and two years of social work or counseling experience;
- or a four-year degree in a human services field or 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.