Social Worker I - Adult 18/21

Joining the team at Gaston County Government means being part of a community that is dedicated to improving the lives of its citizens. We are a dynamic organization that values innovation, collaboration, and commitment to service.

As an employee of Gaston County, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in your community every day. Whether you are working in public safety, social services, or administration, your contributions will help improve the lives of our residents and build a better future for our county.

Description

Gaston Social Services: Protecting, caring for and empowering children and adults who are temporarily or permanently unable to care for themselves through the administrating of federal, state and county programs focused on improving the well-being of our citizens.

The goal of the Gaston County Human Services Center and Division of Social Services is to foster an agency which is professionally responsive to our citizens' needs through daily caring outreach and simultaneously serve as an advocate for those in need. We strive to be community-minded and community-spirited. We abide by federal, state and county operating instructions in providing services and we assist welfare recipients in attaining self-sufficiency.

Examples of Duties

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $20.43 - $24.26

The duties listed below are not all of the duties that may be assigned but are those that are considered as essential for an employee to perform.

• Assists in the completion of foster care and adult and aging services home visits in compliance with state statutes and corresponding operating policies and procedures. Assists in the completion of collateral contacts under the supervision of senior social workers. Assists clients in accessing services, providing assistance with program applications and monitoring participation/progress.
• Participate in scheduled individual supervision, unit/team staffings, monthly departmental meetings, and complete local, professional development and state-mandated trainings.
• Provides adults and children emotional support when dealing with changes in their environment. Reports and documents any information, observation of behavior, or interaction with them that may be helpful.
• Testifies in court to give observations.
• Complete and submit all assigned documentation such as narratives, home visit reports, and any other documentation within a timely matter.
• Builds collaborative relationships with outside agencies.
• Assist with coordinating, arranging, and providing transportation for LINKS events.
• Assist in transporting and accompanying both adults as well as youth to appointments to help achieve their goals.
• Prepares, maintains, and submits reports of observations and time spent in provision of services as required.
• Attends case conferences and other meetings as assigned. Must be available to work mandatory emergency shelters & other duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited institution.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and one year of directly related experience.
• A valid driver's license is required.
  
  

The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, coupled with robust problem-solving and organizational proficiencies. Moreover, the candidate must maintain strict confidentiality, and exhibit a high ethical standard at all times. Ability to adjust to changing work and climate in order to meet the needs of a multi-cultural, ever-chaninging clientele, as well as the ability to multi-task, deal with intense inter-personal familial situations that might involve danger, violence, safety risks, and operate in a calm and reasonable manner (versus recationary).

A copy of a transcript must be included with the application. FAILURE TO ATTACH YOUR TRANSCRIPTS WILL RESULT IN YOUR APPLICATION BEING REJECTED.

Additional Information

The applicant selected must undergo a criminal background check and pass a drug screening test prior to employment.

In compliance with G.S.153A-94.2 (b), if the position being filled requires an applicant for employment to work with children in any capacity, the County must require the applicant, if offered the position, to be subject to a criminal history record check conducted by the SBI. These checks must be performed in accordance with G.S.143B-1209.26, which authorizes the SBI to provide fingerprint-based state and national criminal record checks to cities and counties.

At Gaston County, we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, job applicants, and members of the community we serve. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable laws.

Gaston County will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Full-Time employees are eligible for the total compensation package which includes:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Pension
• 401K (with 5% county contribution annually)
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Discounted YMCA Membership

Part-Time employees are eligible for certain benefits as a part of employment with Gaston County such as:

• Pro-Rated Sick and Annual Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Local Government Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
  
  

Half-Time employees are not eligible for benefits.

To learn more details about the many benefits we provide view our Employee Benefits Guide.

Overall, if you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, Gaston County is the place for you.

01

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Professional degree
• Doctorate degree
  
  

02

Do you possess a MSW from an accredited university?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Do you possess a BSW from an accredited university?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

If You Do Not Have a BSW Or MSW, Please Select The Type Of Major That You Possess From The Following List

• Counseling and Guidance
• Rehabilitation Counseling
• Sociology
• Psychology
• Counseling Psychology
• Family Studies
• Criminal Justice
• Therapeutic Recreation
• Special Education
• Child Development and Family Relations
• Other
  
  

05

If your major was not listed, please list the major you possess:

06

Do you have valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No
  
  

07

Have you attached a copy of your college transcripts as required? Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected.

• Yes
• No
• Required Question