Child Protective Services; SISA - Social Worker - Tiered

What You'll Be Doing

Wake County Health and Human Services Child Welfare Division has three federally mandated goals. The first goal is safety - children will be protected from harm from child abuse and neglect. The second goal is permanence - children entering foster care will be reunited with family or placed in a new permanent home as quickly as possible. The third goal is well‑being - the educational, health, and overall well‑being of children in foster care or receiving CPS In‑Home Services will be enhanced.

Federal, state, and local policy dictate that Child Welfare seeks to accomplish these three goals by supporting and strengthening families.

We are currently seeking a Child Protective Services - Social Worker to join our team of dedicated professionals, in the Serious Injury Sex Abuse unit, that protect children and enhance their well‑being by supporting and strengthening families.

The Wake County Department of Social Services team is grounded in a deep commitment to connection, compassion, and community. We bring together experienced professionals who collaborate to support individuals and families through complex challenges, connect them with critical resources, and promote long‑term stability. We value insight, innovation, and a solutions‑focused approach, and we welcome those who are ready to contribute their expertise to meaningful, community‑centered work.

Join us in making a lasting difference!

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field
• Three years of job‑related experience
• Completion of the NC Child Welfare Education Collaborative (CWEC) traineeship can be substituted for 1 year of experience
• Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

• NC Child Welfare Preservice Training
• Child Welfare experience in a NC Department of Social Services, Child Welfare Division
• Experience working with a diverse population
• Experience with the delivery of services to community citizens within their living environment

• Maintain social, ethical, and organizational principles
• Build and maintain positive, productive relationships with colleagues, providers, the community and other professionals
• Use appropriate interpersonal skills and methods to reduce tension and resolve conflict in complex situations while adhering to statute and policy
• Make decisions without regard to that personal prejudices, biases, and experiences
• Deal with high stress situations calmly and effectively
• Recognize and respect the value of individual differences at all levels of the organization

Location:

Northrn Regional Center Wake Forest, NC 27587

Employment Type:

Regular

Work Schedule:

Mon-Fri 8:30 am - 5:15 pm

Hiring Range:

Market Range: 29.60 - 50.33

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 1/14/2026

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.