Prevention

What You'll Be Doing The Child Welfare Family Support Services Prevention Program is responsible for providing voluntary services for families' transition to independence through the use of strengths-based approach to social work practice; endorsement and application of community resources and the provision of information and referral for services. In addition to providing case management and other family strengthening services, the Family Support Prevention Social Worker advocates for clients in other areas such as education, child-care, housing, employment, and diverse public systems. The Family Support Services Social Worker will also provide mandated Child Welfare Permanency Planning Services for families based on Intercounty Agreements. The Family Support Services Prevention Social Worker will accomplish its purpose by: Routinely conducting home visits to observe, assess, document and monitor the conditions, level of functioning, well-being and/or risk of the children and family, and services needed (the home visit assessment includes caregiver interactions, disciplinary techniques, communication styles, child development, and level of nurturing, safety, health, budgeting, nutrition/food preparation and home maintenance, etc.) Engaging families and other supports to assess family's needs and implement interventions that are goal oriented and achievable Building on the strength of the family to assist them in meeting their needs and respond to crisis and stress appropriately Coordinating and facilitates the provision of family support services to increase life skills Reporting incidents of child abuse and neglect and assist the family in modifying behaviors and/or conditions that contribute to abuse and neglect as necessary Establishing and maintains healthy, professional relationships to assist families in becoming independent of the child welfare system Developing strategies to build trust and rapport with families and uses it as a basis in creating a plan to achieve goals Collecting relevant and accurate information required for reporting to assist in the case management function Documenting detailed client contact records to assist in the compilation of a family history and to document progress or lack thereof towards established goals Completing all necessary documentation in a timely manner Regularly assisting in analyzing the collected information and actively participates in team meetings that focus on family assessment, family development planning and service agreement development Regularly maintaining relationships with other community agencies, educational institutions, businesses and service providers to advocate for clients Regularly integrating/linking families to informal and formal resources within their community or neighborhood to create natural support systems Regularly participating in internal and external meetings in spirit of mutual support of families and advocate for needed resources and services and to ensure families are provided with all possible resources available Attending community/neighborhood meetings and events to keep abreast of new and/or changing programs, projects and community resources Regularly maintaining relations with other community agencies, educational institutions, businesses and service providers to advocate for clients and needed resources Serving as a representative of the collaborative at community-based events and/or meetings Facilitating Kinship Care Support Groups/Community Education Workshops to provide service intake on a needed basis Utilizing a family-centered approach to promote/increase economic self-sufficiency, decrease dependency, prevent child abuse and neglect, and encourage health and wellness This role is also expected to work closely with Child Welfare Child Protective Services and Permanency Planning Services. About Our Team Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is the consolidation of programs and services that include social services, public health, job search assistance, child support, and transportation. Our mission, in partnership with the community, is to facilitate full access to high quality and effective health and human services for Wake County residents. In addition to our numerous standard programs, Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is engaged in a number of special initiatives that are impacting services and programs throughout our entire agency. Whether legislated down from the changing regulations on the Federal or State level or bubbling up from the entrepreneurial spirit of our staff, you can always look forward to Wake County Health and Human Services implementing new and exciting enhancements to our services and programs. The Basics (Required Education and Experience) Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field One year of job-related experience Completion of the NC Child Welfare Education Collaborative (CWEC) traineeship can be substituted for 1 year of experience Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record Equivalent education and experience are accepted Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience) Group facilitation experience Experience with interviewing, screening, and assessing family needs in social services environment Community engagement experience Resource development experience How Will We Know You're 'The One'? Knowledge of coaching and case management techniques to interface & connect with traumatized and difficult to reach families Skilled at 1:1 coaching, group facilitation, workshop presentation Knowledge of child development and the effects of trauma on children and family systems Knowledge of programs and services for families Passion and commitment to father engagement and permanency for children Possess strong interpersonal and customer services skills Able to build and maintain positive, productive relationships with peers, colleagues, managers, providers, the community and other professionals Ability to respond to and manage ever-changing requirements and priorities with flexibility and a positive attitude Ability to utilize appropriate interpersonal skills and methods to reduce tension and resolve conflict About This Position Location: Human Services Center Weatherbridge Cary, NC 27513 Employment Type: Regular Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:30am - 5:15pm with occasional evenings and weekends Hiring Range: 25.81 - 34.85 Commensurate with Experience Market Range: 25.81 - 43.89 Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 5/14/2024 What Makes Wake Great Equal Opportunity Statement Background Check Statement Emergency Service Worker Statement What Makes Wake Great Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package. Equal Opportunity Statement Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Background Check Statement Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Emergency Service Worker Statement In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.