Social Worker Iii - Foster Care & Adoptions

Buncombe County

Asheville, NC, US
Base: $29.51 - $34.96; bonus/equity: not specified...
Hybrid
Master's degree in social work or equivalent experience
Valid north carolina driver's license required
Pass drug test including cbd/delta-9 hemp screening
Buncombe County is seeking a Social Worker III for its Foster Care & Adoptions division, aimed at supporting children in temporary care and facilitating their transition to permanent homes. The role requires a Master's degree in Social Work or equivalent experience, along with strong interpersonal skills for working with families and children

Job Summary

  • The position aims to provide permanency planning services to ensure safe and legally secure placements for children in agency custody.
  • Candidates must work in the office for the first six months of employment to receive appropriate support and training before flexible scheduling is considered.
  • The role involves collaborating with a team of three other Social Workers III under a Supervisor to support foster families and children.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Buncombe County is seeking a Social Worker III for its Foster Care & Adoptions division, aimed at supporting children in temporary care and facilitating their transition to permanent homes. The role requires a Master's degree in Social Work or equivalent experience, along with strong interpersonal skills for working with families and children.

Salary

Base: $29.51 - $34.96; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in Social Work or equivalent experience
  • Valid North Carolina driver's license required
  • Pass drug test including CBD/Delta-9 Hemp screening

Nice-to-have

  • English/Spanish bi-lingual speakers preferred
  • Certificate of NCDHHS Pre-Service Training
  • BSW degree or Social Work Collaborative Student status

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Social Work
  • Bachelor's degree with 1-3 years related experience
  • Current valid North Carolina driver's license
  • Submission of transcripts with application
  • Successful completion of drug testing

Work Rights

Not specified

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