Social Worker for the Blind

State of North Carolina•2500 Heart Drive Buncombe, NC

21h•$45,431 - $79,504•Hybrid

About The Position

The Social Worker for the Blind will provide Independent Living Services and Medical Eye Care, and specialized services for blind and visually impaired consumers of all ages living in Buncombe County. The social worker for the blind provides services to assist consumers in becoming or remaining independent by teaching techniques and methods of daily living skills, personal care, home management and self-advocacy. The social worker for the blind works closely with other professionals and resources to assist consumers in attaining and maintaining their highest level of self-sufficiency.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of social work principles, techniques, and practices.
Knowledge of local community resources.
Documented experience with case management.
Demonstrated ability to work independently under varying conditions.

Responsibilities

Provide Independent Living Services and Medical Eye Care, and specialized services for blind and visually impaired consumers of all ages living in Buncombe County.
Provide services to assist consumers in becoming or remaining independent by teaching techniques and methods of daily living skills, personal care, home management and self-advocacy.
Work closely with other professionals and resources to assist consumers in attaining and maintaining their highest level of self-sufficiency.