SOCIAL WORKER III (ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES)- 40001406, 40001401

Durham County • Durham, NC

52d

About The Position

The Social Worker III is responsible for conducting prompt and thorough evaluations to determine if a disabled adult is a victim of abuse, neglect, or exploitation and requires protective services. If services are needed, the role involves developing and implementing a service plan to address identified needs, followed by ongoing follow-up and assessment of the adult's status to monitor continued needs and risks. Counseling with the adult and/or family is a key component. The position requires maintaining a service record using State-suggested forms to document activities and progress. Additionally, the social worker will participate in an on-call rotation after regular business hours, which includes receiving and documenting reports of abuse, neglect, or exploitation, communicating with the On Call After Hours Supervisor, and addressing concerns regarding Durham County DSS Persons Under Guardianship. The person may also be required to initiate cases accepted for evaluation.

Requirements

• Comprehensive knowledge of social work principles, techniques, and practices.
• Ability to think critically and apply sound professional judgment in complex and high-risk situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively and educate the community about DSS services.
• Strong understanding of medical, behavioral, and psychosocial issues and treatment theories.
• Knowledge of family and group dynamics, intervention strategies, and community resources.
• Familiarity with laws, regulations, and policies governing adult protective services.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for building rapport and maintaining professional relationships.
• Strong organizational and communication skills for planning and executing work effectively.
• MSW from an accredited school of social work
• BSW from an accredited school of social work
• BSW from an accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience
• master's degree in counseling in a human services field and one year of social work or counseling
• bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years directly related experience
• bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience

Responsibilities

• Conduct prompt and thorough evaluations of disabled adults to determine protective service needs.
• Develop and implement individualized service plans addressing identified risks.
• Provide ongoing follow-up and reassessment to monitor client safety and well-being.
• Offer counseling to adults and/or their families.
• Maintain accurate service records using state-approved documentation tools.
• Participate in a rotating weekly on-call schedule as assigned:
• Receive and document reports of abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
• Communicate with the On-Call After Hours Supervisor.
• Address concerns regarding individuals under DSS guardianship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level