Robeson County
Social Worker III (Foster Care & Adoptions)
Lumberton, North Carolina•Full-time
$59,723.87+ annually
$59,723.87+ annually
About the Job
Example of Duties:
Under general supervision, the worker must be involved in formulating plans and intensive services for these families. The worker will be involved in attending court with these cases and involved with other agencies such as Mental Health, the schools, and health facilities in the delivery of services to both child and parents. The worker is expected to keep accurate records and update forms according to state and federal guidelines. Also, this worker is involved in providing transportation for children and families, when not otherwise available in efforts to seek needed services for the children. This worker reports to a Social Work Supervisor III.
Education and Experience:
- Master’s degree in social work from an accredited school of social work; Bachelor’s degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative (Child Welfare positions only); Bachelor’s degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience; Master’s degree in counseling in a human services field and one year of social work or counseling; Bachelor’s degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years directly related experience; Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience.
- Valid North Carolina driver’s license required upon hire and duration of employment.
- Out of state driver’s license will be accepted only if the individual is a permanent resident of that state.
- Must take and successfully pass a pre-employment drug test, Motor Vehicle Records driver license check, as well as submit to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.
- A criminal background check must be completed by the County of Robeson for potential applicants.
Application process: Applications are accepted ONLINE ONLY at https://robesoncountycareers.com/postings/2203. For application process inquiries, questions or concerns please contact April Ewing-Page in Human Resources at (910) 671-3016 or by email april.ewing-page@robesoncountync.gov.
We are an equal opportunity employer
Robeson County Local Government considers applicants on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other legally protected status.
We are an equal opportunity employer
Robeson County Local Government considers applicants on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other legally protected status.