Social Worker Caswell Developmental Center
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Job Location:
Lenoir, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Agency
Dept of Health and Human ServicesDivision
Caswell Developmental CenterJob Classification Title
Social Worker (S)Position Number
Grade
NC11About Us
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest most complex agencies in the state and has approximately 17000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health safety and well-being of all North Carolinians providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf blind developmentally disabled and mentally ill and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
Description of Work
This Social Worker position will be responsible for the provision of social work services within two-three residential units. Caseload serves up to a total of 20-30 adults with IDD many whom may have behavioral challenges and/or medical issues. This position is supervised through CDCs 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.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Salary Range: $43 431.00 - $79504.00
This is an anticipated vacancy.
Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.
The Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:
This role focuses on supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who also have behavioral and mental health challenges requiring strong knowledge of social work principles and the ability to apply them to complex individual and group cases.
Building effective relationships with residents families coworkers and community partners is essential.
Demands skills in understanding medical terminology psychological diagnoses and appropriate clinical interventions along with strong communication and documentation abilities.
Familiarity with community resources is important and required certifications include CPI training as well as First Aid and CPR.
Management Preferences: The role requires strong communication interpersonal and writing skills along with experience using video teleconferencing and electronic health record systems such as EPIC. Candidates should have training in Person-Centered Thinking and Trauma-Informed Care and 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 and writing comprehensive biopsychosocial evaluations and case studies for complex referrals is preferred and Electronic Health Care Record System Knowledge (EPIC experience).
Location: Professional Services/Social Work Department
Work Schedule: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday
About Caswell Developmental Center:
Caswell Developmental Center serving as North Carolinas Eastern Region resource center provides specialized residential programmatic and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities. The individuals we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the facility.
We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the Center to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we service. If you are looking to make a difference and seeking a rewarding career we encourage you to consider this opportunity. Please click on the following link experience how Caring is Contagious at Caswell Developmental Center.
Supplemental Contact Information:
DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. To be considered for employment an applicant must be in good standing with the Health Care Personnel Registry and other licensing boards/agencies. Also the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facilitys Vaccination Policy.
Application Process
Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.
Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the following: Education including high school and all degrees obtained Work Experience and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions you must provide supporting information within the Work Experience section of the application to support your answers.
If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting only the most recent application received prior to the closing date willbe submitted by 11:59 PM prior to the closing date.
Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application please log in to your account. Upon the closing date applications are Under Review and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
Degrees must be received from appropriately accreditedand degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service please visit the NACES membership website at and National Guard Preference
Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS) along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22 along with the state application.
ADA Accommodations
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities or known limitations covered by the PWFA are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact the person indicated below.
Applicants will be communicated via email only for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status please contact HR at .
Minimum Education and Experience
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Masters degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution; or Bachelors degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of directly related experience; or Masters degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of directly related experience; or Bachelors 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.
**ICF requires that candidates hold a Degree in Social Work. This is an ICF/IDD requirement.**
This position requires a four year or higher degree from an accredited school of social work. Masters degree in social work (MSW); bachelors degree in social work (BSW) and one year of social work experience.
EEO Statement
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.
Recruiter:
Lynn CullipherEmail:
