Help Wanted: Social Work Supervisor III

As a member of the Department of Social Services with Lenoir County Government, you can make a difference! The agency is seeking candidates for a Social Work Supervisor III. Candidates in this classification have an immense impact on our community. Social Work Supervisors must provide structure, coordinate, administer and supervise Adult Services to provide day-to day supervision of a staff of Social Workers that provide direct and/or indirect services to Adult Services clients consisting of disabled, elderly, or vulnerable adults age 18 or older. This position is also assigned to provide day-to-day supervision to the Social Workers in the Work First Employment Program. 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.

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:

• Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from an

Accredited School and two years of related experience

• Possess a valid North Carolina Driver's License

• Pass a criminal background check

• Must be of Good Moral Character

Special Entry Rate: $66,073.37 – Outside of Special Entry Rate based on Experience

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

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. This agency utilizes the structured interview process.

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