Child Protective Services; SISA; Social Worker - Tiered

Wake County Social Services Position

Well-being – Support children's educational, physical, and emotional health

About the Opportunity

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!

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

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

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• 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
• Experience in testifying in court

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• 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

About This Position

Location:

Northern Regional Center Wake Forest, NC 27587

Employment Type:

Regular

Work Schedule:

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

Hiring Range: 30.34 - 40.96 Commensurate with Experience

Market Range: 30.34 - 51.58

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 10/15/2026

Consistently ranked high among the best places to live and work in America, Wake County is the proud home to NC State University, Research Triangle Park, and the two-time Stanley Cup Champion Carolina Hurricanes, winners in 2006 and 2026. In addition to being Wake County's seat of government, Raleigh is also the center of state government, with the Capitol Building, legislature and many state government offices located in Raleigh.

With an estimated population of just over 1.2 million residents, Wake County is North Carolina's most populous county. Entertainment, recreation, and art and culture abound with the North Carolina Museum of Art, JC Raulston Arboretum, and the Neuse River Trail all in the heart of Wake County. Wake County uses the Council/Manager form of government. Currently, the seven members of the Board of Commissioners are elected by district on a partisan basis and serve four-year terms.

Starting in fall 2026, the Wake County Board will have seven commissioners elected by voters in their districts and two at-large commissioners elected by the whole County. The County is regarded as a fiscally responsible and well-managed government, enjoying a AAA bond rating. The County's FY2027 General Fund budget is approximately $2.28 billion, and the County has more than 5,000 full time employees.

Wake County Government came in at #2 on the Healthiest Employers list for 2024. This year, US News & World Report ranked Raleigh #5 on its list of Best Places to Live, and the Milken Institute ranked Raleigh #1 on its 2025 list of Best-Performing Cities.

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,…