As a member of the Department of Social Services with Lenoir County Government, you can make a difference! The agency is seeking candidates for several levels within the Social Work classification. Candidates in this classification have an immense impact on our community. Social workers have the ability to relieve suffering, fight for social justice and improve lives and communities. Employees in this class must have thorough knowledge of social work principles, techniques, practices, and their application towards complex casework, group work, and community problems. Candidates must have knowledge of the psychosocial, socioeconomic and behavioral problems along with treatment resolutions. We are also looking for candidates with bilingual language skills (English/Spanish) to join our team.

Lenoir County provides competitive salaries that match your experience and skill level along with a rich benefit package that includes Health Insurance-County contribution to Health Savings Plan, Dental, 14 Paid Holidays, Sick and Annual Leave accruals per pay period, Employer Contribution to the NC State Retirement System and County Contribution to the 401(k) plan, and more.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in Social Work from an Accredited School

• Possess a valid North Carolina Driver's License

• Pass a criminal background check

• Must be of Good Moral Character

Application process: Applicants must apply on-line at lenoircountync.gov under Employment Opportunities to be considered for the position. Incomplete or unsigned applications will not be processed.

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Hiring Range Based on Level of Social Work: $44,509-$59,859.21

For questions, please call (252) 559-6400

Lenoir County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origins, sex, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.

Lenoir County is a Drug Free Workplace