Durham County
SOCIAL WORKER II
Durham County, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703
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. For more information about Durham County Government, visit www.dconc.gov
DEPARTMENT:
Social Services (DSS)
DATE POSTED:
September 23, 2024
CLOSING DATE:
October 3 , 2024
SALARY MIN:
$52,730
SALARY MAX:
$89,577
HIRING RANGE:
$52,730 - $71,154
POSITION NUMBER:
40001349
JOB TYPE:
Full-Time Permanent
RESPONSIBITIES
This position requires the Social Worker II to provide direct short-term services to individuals and families and requires an assessment of each individual housing situation to determine appropriate services for the Low- Income Homeowners Relief (LIHR) program. The Social Worker II will conduct comprehensive assessments to identify clients strengthens and barriers; Provide case management services, including home visits to those individuals meeting the program eligibility criteria outline; Research and link clients to community resources and other social services programs; Communicate with clients through various channels; Work closely with the community and outside vendors; Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers; and Compile data, prepare reports, and maintain thorough and concise case notes.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Ability to assess individual needs and relate to individuals and familiesCase Management knowledgeCommunity ExperienceAbility to affectively understand and operate in Crisis SituationsAbility to integrate and coordinate assessment servicesAbility to foster positive interaction with the community and other agencies.Processing forms, applications, and requests.Communicating and coordinating with colleagues as necessary
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in a human services field such as social work, counseling, psychology, special education, deaf education, rehabilitation counseling or marriage and family therapy from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of experience in social work, counseling, preferably with the client population; or bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience in counseling or a related human services field providing experience in the techniques of casework, group work, or community organization; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Durham County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Durham County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer
DEPARTMENT:
Social Services (DSS)
DATE POSTED:
September 23, 2024
CLOSING DATE:
October 3 , 2024
SALARY MIN:
$52,730
SALARY MAX:
$89,577
HIRING RANGE:
$52,730 - $71,154
POSITION NUMBER:
40001349
JOB TYPE:
Full-Time Permanent
RESPONSIBITIES
This position requires the Social Worker II to provide direct short-term services to individuals and families and requires an assessment of each individual housing situation to determine appropriate services for the Low- Income Homeowners Relief (LIHR) program. The Social Worker II will conduct comprehensive assessments to identify clients strengthens and barriers; Provide case management services, including home visits to those individuals meeting the program eligibility criteria outline; Research and link clients to community resources and other social services programs; Communicate with clients through various channels; Work closely with the community and outside vendors; Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers; and Compile data, prepare reports, and maintain thorough and concise case notes.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Ability to assess individual needs and relate to individuals and familiesCase Management knowledgeCommunity ExperienceAbility to affectively understand and operate in Crisis SituationsAbility to integrate and coordinate assessment servicesAbility to foster positive interaction with the community and other agencies.Processing forms, applications, and requests.Communicating and coordinating with colleagues as necessary
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in a human services field such as social work, counseling, psychology, special education, deaf education, rehabilitation counseling or marriage and family therapy from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of experience in social work, counseling, preferably with the client population; or bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience in counseling or a related human services field providing experience in the techniques of casework, group work, or community organization; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Durham County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Durham County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer