Social Worker II - First Family Assistance

Johnston County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Johnston County DSS mission is to serve, aid and protect needy and vulnerable children and adults in ways that strengthen and preserve families. We provide human services programs that are intended to promote the health, well-being, self-sufficiency and protection of families, children and adults within our community.

Johnston County Department of Social Services has an immediate opening for a Social Worker II in the Work First Unit.

• The person in this position is responsible for determining and/or re-determining client eligibility for public assistance programs.
• This position will interview clients to obtain required information.
• Completing ongoing applications, verifying the information obtained and determining eligibility.
• This position coordinates the services available through Temporary Assistance for Needy Families to assist families in improving their employability through education, training, and the provision of supportive services, so that they may increase their potential of becoming self-sufficient and less dependent on public assistance.

• Knowledge of Work First Family Assistance policy
• Knowledge of social work principles, techniques, and practices, and their application to complex casework, group work and community problems.
• Knowledge of governmental and private organizations and resources in the community.
• Knowledge of the laws, regulations, and policies which govern the program.
• Skilled in establishing rapport with a client and applying theories, principles, and techniques of assessing psychological, behavioral, and psychological aspects of client problems.
• Ability to supervise, train, or instruct lower-level social workers, students, or interns in the program.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of caseload and their families as well as civic, legal, medical, social, and religious organizations.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely and to plan and execute work effectively.

Bachelor's degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution; bachelor's degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of directly related experience; bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

NOTE:

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. Other duties may be assigned.

• If the position requires a degree, official transcripts must be submitted within 30 days of hire.
• A pre-employment reference check will be conducted.
• A background check may be required and may include criminal history, motor vehicle records, sex offender registry checks, pre-employment drug screening, SBI fingerprinting, and, if applicable, a National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) check.
• A conviction record does not automatically disqualify you from employment, unless otherwise required by state law. Each situation is reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Johnston County provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and benefits program. Employees are offered a diverse selection of benefits including medical (no-cost for the employee plan), dental, life, and supplemental benefit coverages. Employees can also take advantage of our on-site wellness clinic and virtual telehealth program, both at no-cost! Additional benefits include participation in the NC Retirement System, a 401(k) match option, generous paid leave and holiday schedule, tuition reimbursement, and more!

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This description applies to benefits eligible positions.