Social Worker - Caswell Developmental Center
About The Position
This Social Worker position will be responsible for the provision of social work services within two-three residential units. The caseload serves up to a total of 20-30 adults with IDD, many of whom may have behavioral challenges and/or medical issues. This position is supervised through CDC’s Social Work Department. The Social Worker is an integral part of the treatment team, who has the lead responsibility in the facilitation of admissions, transitions, discharges, and guardianship petitions. The social worker completes psychosocial evaluations for new admissions and promotes communication between the guardian/family and the assigned residential teams. This position also works closely with our Olmstead Specialist. Some flexibility for after hour admissions, visits, appointments, court hearings, trainings, etc. may be necessary.
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.
- Must hold a Degree in Social Work (ICF/IDD requirement).
- Requires a four year or higher degree from an accredited school of social work.
- Master’s degree in social work (MSW); bachelor’s degree in social work (BSW) and one year of social work experience.
Nice To Haves
- Strong knowledge of social work principles and the ability to apply them to complex individual and group cases.
- Ability to build effective relationships with residents, families, coworkers, and community partners.
- Skills in understanding medical terminology, psychological diagnoses, and appropriate clinical interventions.
- Strong communication and documentation abilities.
- Familiarity with community resources.
- CPI training.
- First Aid and CPR certifications.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and writing skills.
- Experience using video teleconferencing.
- Experience using electronic health record systems such as EPIC.
- Training in Person-Centered Thinking.
- Training in Trauma-Informed Care.
- Experience working with individuals with I/DD who have complex behavioral or medical needs.
- Strong case management skills.
- Experience with admissions, discharge planning, guardianship modifications, and court documentation.
- Experience working under ICF-IDD regulations.
- Experience writing comprehensive biopsychosocial evaluations and case studies for complex referrals.
- Electronic Health Care Record System Knowledge (EPIC experience).
Responsibilities
- Facilitation of admissions, transitions, discharges, and guardianship petitions.
- Completes psychosocial evaluations for new admissions.
- Promotes communication between the guardian/family and the assigned residential teams.
- Works closely with the Olmstead Specialist.
- Provides social work services within two-three residential units serving adults with IDD, behavioral challenges, and/or medical issues.
Benefits
- Variety of leave options
- Professional development opportunities
- Insurance
- Other benefits available to North Carolina state employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
