Crisis Intervention, Customer Support/Service, Maintain Compliance, Needs Assessment, Patient Care, Problem Solving Skills, Social Work
LOCATION
Raleigh, NC
POSTED
4 days ago
Make a Real Difference in Your Community - Join Wake County as an Adult Guardianship Social Worker!
Are you passionate about advocating for vulnerable adults and ensuring they receive the care, dignity, and support they deserve? Wake County is looking for a committed and compassionate Adult Guardianship - Social Worker to serve as a surrogate decision-maker for adults assessed as lacking the necessary capacity by the Wake County Clerk of Court.
In this vital role, you will guide and protect adults who cannot make decisions for themselves. You'll assess needs, coordinate essential services, and step in during critical moments to help improve clients' quality of life. If you thrive in a role with deep purpose and real impact, we want to hear from you!
What You'll Do Every Day:
Conduct thorough needs assessments and make informed decisions about medical care, social engagement, and safe living arrangements
Provide crisis intervention and effective problem-solving to support your clients during urgent or unexpected situations
Ensure each client has consistent access to personal necessities and safeguard belongings during changes in residence
Complete and maintain all required state, county, and court documentation and reporting
Advocate for your clients by helping them secure all benefits for which they qualify
Stay informed through required and recommended trainings to ensure compliance with evolving policies and procedures
Attend guardianship court hearings and provide professional testimony as needed
Participate in a weekly rotating after‑hours on‑call schedule with 16 other Adult Guardianship Social Workers
If you're driven by purpose, fueled by compassion, and ready to be a lifeline for some of Wake County's most vulnerable residents, this role offers the opportunity to make a profound impact - every single day.