Social Work Supervisor III - Adult Services

Social Work Supervisor III
- Adult Services

The Social Work Supervisor III
- Adult Services supervises a team of social workers who work with elderly and disabled adults experiencing a variety of challenges and complex needs. The programs involved include Adult Protective Services Evaluations, case management, and placement services, Special Assistance In-Home Services, Adult Daycare, Adult Guardianship, and Adult Care Home Monitoring and evaluations. The goal of this program area is to ensure that the needs of vulnerable and disabled adults are met.

We are seeking candidates with a strong understanding of casework supervision and training methods and principles. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of social work principles, techniques, and practices, and how they apply to both casework and community-related challenges. A solid understanding of behavioral and socioeconomic issues, as well as their treatment, is essential. Additionally, familiarity with both governmental and private organizations, along with community resources, is important.

The role requires a thorough understanding of the laws, regulations, and policies that govern social work programs. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to supervise, train, or mentor lower-level social workers, students, interns, or other staff, and must be able to clearly communicate ideas and effectively plan and carry out tasks. Must be available to work after normal business hours and during emergency situations.

• Master's degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of directly related experience; or
• Bachelor's degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of directly related experience; or
• Master's degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of directly related experience; or
• Bachelor's degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of directly related experience; or
• Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of directly related experience; or
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

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Must be physically able to operate a variety of office equipment. Must be able to exert a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Brunswick County provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by the law.

Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. If you require an accommodation, please contact us to discuss your needs.

Brunswick County is required by law to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired. Brunswick County participates in E-Verify to determine employment eligibility to work in the United States.

All positions with Brunswick County require a valid driver's license and candidates must be current on Brunswick County taxes. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening. For positions requiring work with children, selected candidates will be required to submit fingerprints to the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (NCSBI) for a pre-employment criminal history record check in accordance with G.S. 153A-94.2(b).

Brunswick County employees are the county's most valuable asset. Therefore, it is the county's desire to offer a very rich and generous menu of fringe benefits. You can visit to see more detailed information on benefits. Brunswick County offers the following benefits:

• Vacation Leave
• Sick Leave
• Petty Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Longevity Pay
• Health Insurance
• 401 (k) Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Term Life Coverage
• Long Term Disability
• Short Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Vision Insurance
• Universal Life Insurance
• Critical Illness
• Tuition Assistance