Social Work Program Director - Cherry Hospital

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

Cherry Hospital

Job Classification Title

Social Work Program Director (NS)

Position Number

65019856

Grade

NC21

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

This position is responsible for the administration, clinical and professional direction of the Social Work Department which includes 32 positions (Clinical Social Workers and Clinical Social Work Supervisors). Position is responsible for program development, supervisory assignment of staff and on-going planning for patient care delivery, integrative family involvement, discharge planning and coordination of service with community-based
service agencies representing 38 counties of eastern North Carolina. The Social Work Program Director also has responsibility for development of policies and procedures for the Social Work Department; and assures the department remains compliant with the hospital's regulatory and accreditation requirements for active patient treatment.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Job Description Summary: (Description of Work)

Position is responsible for program development, supervisory assignment of staff and on-going planning for patient care delivery, integrative family involvement, discharge planning and coordination of service with community-based service agencies representing 38 counties of eastern North Carolina. The Social Work Program Director also has responsibility for development of policies and procedures for the Social Work Department; and assures the department remains compliant with the Hospital's regulatory and accreditation requirements for active patient treatment. *** This is an exempt managerial position

Job Description: (KSA/ MANAGEMENT PREFERENES)

Salary Range: $70,627.00 - $96,408.00

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

•  Thorough knowledge of current social work principles, theories, methodologies and protocols and a thorough knowledge of techniques used in evaluating, assessing patients and families and developing appropriate treatment plans, placement and/or referrals.
• Considerable skill in planning, organizing and directing a comprehensive social work program.
• Considerable knowledge of community agencies, resources and placement facilities.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working rapport with staff, associates, community agencies, patients and families.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

This Position Is Exempt and Is EXEMPT From Certain Provisions Of The State Human Resources Act (GS 126)

This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.

About the Facility:

Cherry Hospital is a State-of-the-Art Psychiatric hospital located in Goldsboro, North Carolina.  Cherry Hospital serves the 38 most eastern counties of North Carolina with a mission to serve those with the greatest need and the fewest resources. We strive to create a healing environment in which every team member has opportunity to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we serve. Learn more about our facility at https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/state-operated-healthcare-facilities/facilities/state-psychiatric-hospitals. In addition to a very competitive salary, this opportunity offers an excellent benefits package, loan repayment opportunities, employment stability and rewarding professional opportunities.

Supplemental Contact Information:

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.  Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

Application Process
 Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.   Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
• Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers.
• If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 pm prior to the closing date.

• Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account.  Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
• Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.  Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members. 

 Veteran’s and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

 ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation.  If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Applicants will be communicated via email only for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at C

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Master’s degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of social work experience, including two years in an administrative or supervisory capacity; or Master’s degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution, and five years of social work experience, including two years in an administrative or supervisory capacity; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Nya Ashantiana Watson

Email:

talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov