Social Worker III – Kinship Navigator
Work Type
Family and Children’s Services
Salary
$28.65 - $38.68
Closing Date
April 13, 2024
Posted March 13, 2024
Agency Name
Brunswick County
Work County
Brunswick
Job Location
30 Government Center Drive
Bolivia
North Carolina
28422
Job Description
- About Us Brunswick County is a vibrant coastal community located in southeastern North Carolina with approximately 47 miles of idyllic beaches and an abundance of quaint countryside. While consistently ranked one of the fastest-growing counties in North Carolina, Brunswick County is steeped in history and hospitality, and both residents and visitors enjoy a laidback atmosphere, close-knit community, and plenty of coastal charm. Careers At Brunswick County we are committed to preserving our resources and enhancing the lives of our community through exceptional service. Join our team of talented staff and embark on a career where you will make a difference in the lives of those we serve. Our employees are our biggest asset, and we offer competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for advancement.
- About this Opportunity
- A Social Worker III - Kinship Navigator's primary responsibility is to connect children in the custody of the Department with relatives and fictive kin for the purpose of possible placement and/or support. This position promotes supporting and nurturing long-term relationships in permanent families. This role helps identify and locate family support, provides foster home licensing training as appropriate, provides ongoing support to relative/kinship placements, and assists social workers with child placements.
Job responsibilities include:
- Assists with the identification, location, and engagement of family/kinship supports for children in DSS custody.
- Links relative/fictive kin placement providers to community resources to help support placements.
- Provides Deciding Together Training for relative/fictive kin providers and completes licensing applications and ensures all paperwork is completed.
- Makes regular home visits/community visits with relative/kinship providers and child(ren)
- Organizes and facilitates relative/fictive kin support group meetings and training at least 4 times per year.
- Assesses child safety and risk on an ongoing basis.
- Completes timely, concise, detailed documentation.
- Knowledge of child welfare policies and legal mandates
- Knowledge of social work and practices and principles (particularly strengths-based)
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Assessments Skills
- Communication skills (oral and written)
- Organizational skills
- Critical thinking skills
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- Master's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work; or
- 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
- Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience; or
- Master's degree in a human services field and one year of directly related experience; or
- Bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years directly related experience; or
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience; or
- An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
- Must be physically able to operate a variety of office equipment. Must be able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pound of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Additional Information Brunswick County provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by the law. Brunswick County is required by law to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired. Brunswick County participates in E-Verify to determine employment eligibility to work in the United States. All positions with Brunswick County require a valid Driver's License and candidate must be current on Brunswick County taxes. A background check and drug screening will be conducted with a contingent offer of any position.
