SW III IA&T-CPS Investigator/Assessments
Work Type
Family and Children’s Services
Salary
50926
Closing Date
January 6, 2020
Posted December 23, 2019
Agency Name
Department of Social Services
Work County
Chatham
Job Location
102 Camp Drive, PO Box 489
Pittsboro
North Carolina
27312
Job Description
Chatham County Employment Opportunity
HR Announcement Number: 19-
Job Title: Social Worker III IA&T
Location: Chatham County Department of Social Services
Contact Person: Nancy Burgess
Telephone number: 919-642-6905
Address to send application: Chatham County Human Resources, PO Box 1809, Pittsboro, NC 27312
For printable State of North Carolina Application (PD-107):http://oshr.nc.gov/document/nc-state-government-application-employment-pd-107
Or apply online at: https://chathamnc.seamlessdocs.com/f/ChathamJobApplication
Job Summary
Position will be primarily responsible for conducting CPS investigations and assessments. Provide CPS social work services to monitor and maintain the safety of children in their homes where neglect or abuse has been identified. Conduct assessments that accurately identify strengths and needs of the family system and assess 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. 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 be able to communicate effectively with individuals from varying cultures and backgrounds via phone and through personal contact. Applicant must have computer proficiency and must be flexible to accommodate varied task assignments. Must serve as an after-hours on-call worker in rotation with other workers. Fluency in Spanish desired but not required.
Minimum Qualifications
MSW from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative; MSW from an accredited school of social work plus one year directly related experience; BSW from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative plus one year directly related experience; BSW from an accredited school of social work plus two years directly related experience; four year degree in a human service field plus three years directly related experience; four year college or university degree plus four years of directly related experience. Must have a valid NC driver’s license.
Salary
Salary grade 65; $50,926
Position Closing Date
January 6, 2020; 5:00pm
Chatham County is an equal opportunity employer