Permanency Services/Licensing - Social Worker

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Job Information

Title:

Permanency Services/Licensing - Social Worker

Market Range:

MR17

Approved Date:

3/10/2021 5:13:14 PM

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

EEO Code:

PROFESSIONALS

Career Level:

P2

Career Level Description:

Professional Level 2

Job Code:

100756

Job Family:

Social Services

Sub Family:

Child and Family Services

Primary Purpose

The Permanency Services/Licensing - Social Worker monitors and provides supervision to assigned licensed Wake County Foster Homes.  Ensures the foster family's compliance with state and agency licensing standards. Provides consultation, re-licensing, and quality assurance.   Provides ongoing training, assessments and support to families providing care to youth  who are abused, neglected, delinquent, or dependent in need of out-of-home placement.  Provides group training, 1:1 training, completing re-licensure assessment of the home to the foster parent, and facilitate services to support the permanency social worker.  Quality assurance is also required to measure foster home census, bed availability, child well-being, and overall caseload outcomes with foster children.  Assessment of foster family stability, skill development, and retention of foster families is also required.   

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Evaluates, maintains and supervises licensed foster families

1

20%

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Writes and submits relicensing to North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services

2

20%

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Coordinates and monitors services identified to support placement stability and enhance foster parent's capacity

3

10%

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Participates in the development and implementation of programs and polices for foster and adoption programs to ensure efficient operation and growth

4

10%

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Coordinates and engages in activities to support foster parent engagement, recruitment and retention

5

10%

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Conducts planned and unannounced home visits in the foster home to assess risk and compliance with licensing standards in accordance with policy timelines

6

10%

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Interfaces during meetings [Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings]; Court; Home Visits and Parent/Child Visits with parents, youth, foster parents, Guardian ad Litem, attorneys, school officials, and staff within Child Welfare division.

7

10%

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Reviews trends, analyses data and employs practices to support programming - uses data to inform practice

8

10%

Position(s) may perform other duties in addition to the above as assigned by management.

*IMPORTANT* 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.

Career Level Dimensions

Career Level:

P2

Career Level Description:

Professional Level 2

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Works independently on projects/assignments that impact Work Group results.

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Work is generally supervised and involves periodic process checks.

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Responsible for making adjustments or recommended enhancements in systems and processes to solve problems or improve effectiveness of the Work Group.

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Typically communicates within or outside the Work Group to provide information requiring some explanation or interpretation to reach agreement.

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May provide guidance and assistance to entry level professionals or support staff.

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Requires practical knowledge of the Work Group typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience.

Qualifications

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Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

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One year of job-related experience

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Completion of the NC Child Welfare Education Collaborative (CWEC) traineeship can be substituted for 1 year of experience

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Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record

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Equivalent education and experience are accepted

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Master's Degree

Master's Degree in Social Work

Or

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Master's Degree

Master's Degree in Human Services

Or

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Master's Degree

Master's Degree in Education

Or

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Master's Degree

Master's of Arts Degree

Or

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2 Years

MSW - working as a Foster Parent Recruitment and Licensing worker

Or

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3 Years

MSW - working as a Permanency Planning worker

Or

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3 Years

MSW - working as a Child Protective Services Assessor or In-Home worker

Or

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Trauma Informed PS-Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting [TIPS-MAPP] Trainer Certification

Upon Hire

or

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Deciding Together Trainer Certification

Upon Hire

or

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Resource Parent Curriculum Trainer Certfication

Upon Hire

or

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Positive Parenting Program [Triple P] Certification

Upon Hire

or

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Ability to exercise independent and sound judgement in performing duties of the position

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Strong oral and written communication skills includes presentations and training

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Build and maintain positive, productive relationships with team, colleagues, leadership, providers, professionals and community partners

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Advanced critical thinking and project management skills with ability to multi-task and prioritize

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Ability to manage high stress situations calmly and effectively

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Knowledge of adult learning styles and ability to provided needed instruction or support as needed - Coaching and Mentoring

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily to perform this job successfully. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies

Interpersonal Skills

Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect.  Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.  Perceives, assesses, and positively influences one's own and other individuals’ emotions.

Innovation

Applies original thinking in approach to job responsibilities and to improve processes, methods, systems, or services.

Initiative

Does more than is required or expected in the job; does things that no one has requested that will improve or enhance products and services, avoid problems, or develop entrepreneurial opportunities. Plans ahead for upcoming problems or opportunities and takes appropriate action.

Enforcing Laws, Rules & Regulations

Enforces governmental laws, rules, and regulations, and initiates enforcement actions in a way that the public perceives as fair, objective, and reasonable.

Good Judgment

Makes decisions authoritatively and wisely, after adequately contemplating various available courses of action.

Attention to Detail

Thoroughness in accomplishing a task through concern for all the areas involved, no matter how small. Monitors and checks work or information and plans and organizes time and resources efficiently.

Integrity

Act with honesty, transparency and respect in our interactions with co-workers and those we serve. Adhere, without exception, to laws, policies, procedures and professional standards.

Accountability

Establish high-quality standards for work. Add value. Measure results and hold self and others accountable for making progress toward desired outcomes. Take a logical and data-driven approach to decision-making.

Diversity

Believe that different backgrounds and experiences strengthen the organization and produce better results. Value inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity and experience, and strive to reflect in our workforce the diversity of our community.

Collaboration

Foster a work culture in which different ideas and opinions are encouraged and expected. Listen carefully and speak thoughtfully. Work together toward shared goals with mutual respect and cooperation.

Continuous Improvement

Continuously improve work processes and products. Provide a safe environment to be innovative and creative and try new things. When things don't go as planned, use it as an opportunity to learn, regroup and begin again. Provide time and resources for individuals to grow and develop both personally and professionally.

Wellness

Take proactive steps to be physically fit and healthy, emotionally strong, financially secure and socially fulfilled, while inspiring and empowering others to do the same.

Service Orientation

Commit to making a difference within the community. Actively engage in and enjoy our work. Deliver services that exceed expectations, with courtesy, politeness and sensitivity to the experiences, concerns and feelings of all co-workers and customers.

ADA Checklist

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Standard ADA Selection:

Office Environment

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Lifting/Carrying 0-10 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 10-20 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 20-50 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 50-100 pounds

X

Pushing

X

Pulling

X

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Stooping

X

Kneeling

X

Crouching

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Handling

X

Grasping

X

Fingering

X

Feeling

X

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Visual Perception

X

Repetitive Motions

X

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

X

Memorization/Concentration

X

Learning/Knowledge Retention

X

Preparing/Analyzing Numerical Figures

X

Use of Interfaced Commmunication Devices (Phone, Computer, Radio etc.)

X

Analyzing/Examining/Testing Data

X

Emotional/Behavioral Self-Regulation

X

Interacting with Others

X

Comprehension

X

Organization

X

Decision Making

X

Comprehension

Understand complex problems and collaborate to explore alternative solutions

Organization

Organize actions to complete sequential and/or routine tasks

Decision Making

Make decisions that have significant impact on a department's credibility, operations and/or services

Communication

Communicate and explain a variety of information

Extreme cold

X

Extreme heat

X

Humid

X

Wet

X

Noise

X

Hazards

X

Temperature Change

X

Atmospheric Conditions

X

Vibration

X

Computers/Monitors

X