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Salary : $30.43 - $50.19 Hourly

Location : Gaston County Department of Social Services, NC

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 1355

Department : SOCIAL SERVICES

Opening Date : 03 / 10 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Joining the team at Gaston County Government means being part of a community that is dedicated to improving the lives of its citizens. We are a dynamic organization that values innovation, collaboration, and commitment to service.

As an employee of Gaston County, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in your community every day. Whether you are working in public safety, social services, or administration, your contributions will help improve the lives of our residents and build a better future for our county.

Description

Gaston Social Services : Protecting, caring for and empowering children and adults who are temporarily or permanently unable to care for themselves through the administrating of federal, state and county programs focused on improving the well-being of our citizens.

The goal of the Gaston County Human Services Center and Division of Social Services is to foster an agency which is professionally responsive to our citizens' needs through daily caring outreach and simultaneously serve as an advocate for those in need. We strive to be community-minded and community-spirited. We abide by federal, state and county operating instructions in providing services and we assist welfare recipients in attaining self-sufficiency.

Examples of Duties

The duties listed below are not all of the duties that may be assigned but are those that are considered as essential for an employee to perform.

• Works a night duty schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. Provides for constant coverage of the Child Abuse Hotline by responding timely to callers who contacted the Child Abuse Hotline. Responsibilities include gathering, exploring, documenting, interpreting, evaluating, and staffing with superior's information from reporters of child protective services issues via telephone calls, office visits, mail and e-mails. This worker is responsible for making a recommendation to superiors as to whether the information reported meets North Carolina statutory definitions and NCDHHS-Division of Social Services Policy guidance around abuse, neglect, and dependency of children. This worker must conduct responsibilities in a hasty and time-sensitive manner in order to facilitate the initiation of accepted Child Protective Services Reports within required timeframes. This worker is responsible for evaluating needs and referring to helping agencies, in addition to evaluating appropriateness for DHHS interventions.

Assesses reports of abuse, neglect, or dependency of children using either a forensic investigative assessment approach or a family assessment approach depending on the severity of the maltreatment reported, and in accordance with state law and divisional policy governing such. Preliminary reviews existing DSS documentation (if such exists) and staffs response process with Supervisor. Conducts a comprehensive initiation of Child Protective Services reports including interviews of all victim children, all caretakers, all persons living in the home, all appropriate collaterals (as indicated by both the reporter and the family being investigated), and all other persons, entities, agencies, professionals, relatives, etc. who might have knowledge about family relationships, behaviors, and incident (or incidences) that prompted the report to DSS. Works collaboratively with law enforcement, and prosecutors on joint investigations of forensic nature. Follows mandated timeframes and procedures for appropriate initiation and continuous process of assessment. Observes the home structure and environment, ensuring that persons, provisions, and location are able to meet the basic needs of each child involved in the report. Completes safety assessments and other tools as appropriate with the family to promote transparent process. When necessary, explores alternative safety resource placement option with the family, in order to avoid removal of physical or legal custody. Engages the family in planning for safety and well-being, encouraging immediate action and front loading services. Incites the professional opinions of necessary contributors (law enforcement, medical personnel, mental health professionals, etc.) in order to adequately determine what safety measures are necessary.

Completes referrals from daytime staff by responding to and completing requested activities for Child Protective Services and Foster Care cases as needed after hours. Responds to emergencies that arise outside of office hours.

Invokes court action when children cannot be safe in their own homes, seeking direction through legal consultation, and completion / filing of all necessary court paperwork. Accompanies law enforcement to take physical custody of child(ren).

Participates in forensic joint interview at the local Child Advocacy Center on appropriate cases (with law enforcement and any other appropriate professionals).

Participates in unit / team staffing on weekly basis, presenting completed case assessments for unit / team decision-making. Solicits guidance, direction, support from supervisor individually at any point in case and / or requests assistance in completing tasks, if needed.

Documents all activities, contacts, dates and times on structured documentation tool. Requests necessary supporting documentation from external sources and places such in case file.

Participates in local, professionally-enhancing, and state-mandated trainings. Participates in monthly MDT meetings where specific cases are discussed in a multi-disciplinary setting. Participates in quarterly internal meetings with all fellow assessors to discuss policy changes, service gaps, equipment needs, process instruction, etc.

Must be available to work mandatory emergency shelters & other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

MSW from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative

BSW from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative

BSW from an accredited school of social work and one of social work or counseling experience

Bachelor's degree in a human services field with at least 25 semester hours of approved coursework and two years of directly-related experience

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university and three years of directly-related experience

Must have a valid driver's license.

A copy of your college transcript must be included with the application.

Failure to attach your transcripts to your application will result in your application being rejected.

Additional Information

The applicant selected must undergo and pass a drug screening test prior to employment.

At Gaston County, we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, job applicants, and members of the community we serve. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable laws.

Gaston County will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Full-Time employees are eligible for the total compensation package which includes :

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Savings Plans

Pension

401K (with 5% county contribution annually)

Professional Development Opportunities

Discounted YMCA Membership

Part-Time employees are eligible for certain benefits as a part of employment with Gaston County such as :

Professional Development Opportunities

Local Government Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Half-Time employees are not eligible for benefits.

To learn more details about the many benefits we provide view our

Overall, if you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, Gaston County is the place for you.

Do you possess a MSW from an accredited university?

Do you possess a BSW from an accredited university?

If you do not have a BSW or MSW, please select the type of major that you possess from the following list :

If your major was not listed, please list the major you possess :

Which of the following best describes your level of experience in case management, assessment and referral, supportive counseling, intervention, psycho-social therapy or treatment planning?

Do you have valid driver's license?

Have you attached a copy of your college transcripts as required?Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected.

Please verify that your application includes the following information : Employment history, correct dates of employment, employer address and phone number, supervisor's name, and reason for leaving each employer. Applications without the above information will be considered incomplete and not be processed. Please take a moment to review your application before submission to ensure all categories are completed. I have read and understand the above statement.

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