Social Worker III - Foster Care #51904

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Preview Proceed to Checkout Pay Later Cancel Social Services ◄ Back to All Categories Social Worker III - Foster Care #51904 Social Worker III - Foster Care #51904 Department: DSS Hiring Range: $59,842.00 - $71,822.00 ($28.77 - $34.53 per hour) Additional pay is offered for applicants who are fluent in Spanish/English or Hmong/English (bilingual proficiency testing is required)* Closing Date: Open Until Filled General Statement Of Duties This position provides social work services to families by collaborating and coordinating with social workers to provide services and programs within the Foster Care division of the Social Services Department. Position requires approximately 40 hours of work per workweek. Duties And Responsibilities To successfully perform this position, an individual must be able to perform the following: Enforces all relevant federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and proceduresInteracts with and assists individuals via telephone, text message, email, or in person to provide support, information, and assistance with documents, programs, or services maintained and administered by the Social Services DepartmentPrepares and reviews court reports, orders, and court-related documents Directly participates in seeking placement for children who are in the custody of the Department Oversees, schedules, and supervises visits between parents or guardians and childrenMake required home visits to evaluate progress on case plans and goals, and maintain required contact with child’s placement to ensure all needs are being met.Attend Permanency Planning and Shared Parenting meetings with clients. Communicates and assesses individuals' needs based on their individual circumstances; provides individuals with referrals as neededStaff cases with supervisor on a regular basis to ensure cases and maintained appropriately. Electronically or manually prepares and records documentation and forms, examining such documents for accuracy and completeness with regard to all relevant laws and regulationsRotates on-call responsibilities within the Foster Care team. Maintains necessary certifications and licenses by attending trainings, course work, or continuing education Performs other duties as required or assigned Required Education And Experience Bachelor Degree At least four (4) of experience in social services, human services, or another related field providing the necessary knowledge and skill to perform the services of this position Special Requirements Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.In accordance with the North Carolina House Bill 612, candidates will be required to undergo and SBI fingerprint criminal background investigation. Physical Requirements, Working Conditions, And Occupational Exposures Standard vision requirements, with or without corrective lensesOccasionally lifts up to fifty (50) poundsOccasionally spends time climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, tasting or smelling, pushing or pulling, and engaging in repetitive motionsRoutinely lifts up to ten (10) poundsRoutinely spends time standing, walking, sitting, and reaching with hands or armsFrequently spends time speaking or hearing and using hands or fingers to handle, feel, type, or textOccasional exposure to some disagreeable elements (i.e., dust, heat, fumes, cold, or noise)Exposed to some disagreeable elementsOccasionally exposed to wet, humid conditionsRoutinely exposed to outdoor weather conditionsSubjected to serious mental effort and potential stressful situations during day to day operations Required Skills/Abilities Proficient in spoken and written EnglishAbility to express and exchange ideas through verbal communicationAbility to convey detailed instructions loudly, accurately, and/or quicklyAbility to receive detailed instructions or information through verbal communicationAbility to prepare and analyze written or computer dataAbility to operate and use systems, technologies, motor vehicles, and machines required to perform duties of this position Ability to observe general surroundings and activitiesAbility to apply guidelines, policies, and proceduresDemonstrates analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skillsExcellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skillsDemonstrates organizational and time management skills Application Process: Burke County paper applications can be obtained at the Human Resources office, located at 200 Avery Ave. Morganton, NC, Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm; online applications are available at: www.burkenc.org. Completed applications should provide a complete work history, including a detailed and thorough list of job duties. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Burke County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability or genetic information in employment or the provision of services. Job Details Job ID #51904 Category Social Services Status Open Salary Hiring Range: $59,842.00 - $71,822.00 ($28.77 - $34.53 per hour) Posted October 9, 2026 8:00 AM Closing Open Until Filled Tools Download ApplicationApply Online