Social Work Supervisor III

Position Responsibilities

Supervise a team of Social Workers who are responsible for the provision of services to children and their families in the area of Child Protective Service Investigations, Case Planning/Case Management, Family Assessment, and the provision of ongoing family support services. Work involves contact with other community agencies and institutions. Work involves reviewing program objectives and service delivery needs with staff and formulating specific goals and objectives. Monitor the work of subordinate staff through case reviews, progress reports, conferences and informal discussions to assure compliance with standards and established policies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of methods and principles of casework supervision and training. Considerable knowledge of social work principles, techniques and practices and their application to specific casework and community problems. Considerable knowledge of behavioral and socioeconomic problems and their treatment and governmental and private organizations and community resources. Considerable knowledge of the laws, regulations and policies which govern social work programs. Ability to supervise, train, or orient lower-level social workers, students, interns, or other staff. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely and to plan and execute work effectively.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited school of social work and two years of social work or counseling experience; or a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of social work and three years of social work or counseling experience; or Master’s degree in a counseling field and three years of social work or counseling experience; or a four-year degree in a human services field or related curriculum including at least 15 semester hours in courses related to social work or counseling and four years of social work or counseling; or graduation from a four year college or university and five years of experience in rehabilitation counseling, pastoral counseling, or a related human services field providing experience in the techniques of casework, group work, or community organization; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Special Requirements

Copies of final transcripts from accredited school showing date degree awarded must be submitted with application. Must have a valid driver’s license and be in compliance with the Rutherford County’s insurance regulations. Must have access to a vehicle.

Application Process: A State Application, PD107, must be completed and submitted to apply for this position. Paper applications can be obtained at the Department of Social Services at 389 Fairground Road, Spindale, NC 28160 Monday-Friday 8:30AM-5:00PM; the PD107 can be downloaded at: www.rutherfordcountync.gov under the Social Services Employment Opportunities tab. Completed applications should provide a complete work history, including a detailed and thorough list of job duties. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $62,977.10 - $78,801.47 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $62,977 - $78,801