Social Worker Iii

Durham County Government employs approximately 1,900 employees that work towards providing needed services throughout the community. With a wide array of services, Durham County Government is at the heart of a rapidly growing and diverse area offering residents, employees and visitors exciting opportunities to live, work, grow and play.

SOCIAL WORKER III (Adoptions)

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides services to children in the legal custody of the Department of Social Services who are eligible for adoption due to relinquishment or termination of parental rights. Maintains thorough documentation of all case activity. Works in partnership with other community agencies. Prepares court summaries and participates in associated court proceedings. Completes adoptive preplacement assessments and child adoption profiles. Recruit adoptive families for children needing adoptive placement resources. Provides direct services to children and their pre-adoptive families to ensure the protection, safety and permanency of children.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Considerable knowledge of child welfare practices, early childhood development and family dynamics needed.
• Strong ability to assess and determine the needs of children and families
• Adoption and Permanency Planning Experience
• Knowledge in the foundations of adoption
• Strong written, oral, and grammatical skills
• Attention to Detail
• Ability to handle sensitive, confidential and time sensitive information
• Strong judgement ability
• Ability to be flexible and travel through the state of NC
• Ability to be assertive and empathic
• Strong organizational skills
• Professional commitment to help children achieve permanency

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Requires an MSW degree from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative (Child Welfare positions only-must provide certificate of completion); BSW degree from an accredited school 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. Candidates with adoption and permanency planning experience preferred. Experience writing Pre-Placement Assessment/Homestudies preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a North Carolina drivers' license with an acceptable three-year driving record and a vehicle.

Durham County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Durham County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer