Social Worker

Social Worker

Salary

$49,732.80 - $57,200.00 Annually

Location

741 North Highland Avenue, Winston-Salem, NC

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

08966

Department

Social Services

Division

Adult

Opening Date

07/24/2026

Closing Date

8/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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General Statement of Duties

The Forsyth County Department of Social Services is seeking a Special Assistance In-Home Services Social Worker for the Adult Services Division.

Distinguishing Features

This Social Worker will work to support programs provided through the Adult Services Division including but not limited to Special Assistance In-Home (SAIH) and Medicaid Administrative Claiming.

This position calls for the ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment with multiple programs.

A fleet of county vehicles is available for home visits.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelors degree from an accredited school of social work;

or a masters degree in counseling;

or four-year degree in a human service field or related curriculum including at least 15 semester hours in courses related to social work or counseling and six months of social work or counseling experience;

four-year degree and one year of experience in counseling or in a related human service field which provides experience in techniques of counseling, casework, group work, or community organization.

A higher education level may be considered as a substitution for all or part of the experience requirement.

Valid drivers license required. Must possess a valid driver's license as it may be necessary to make home visits, to assist with transportation to medical appointments and essential errands.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Social Worker responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Conducting assessments, developing service plans, collaborative services and communication with providers to ensure customers needs are being met.
• The Social Worker will be responsible for working with clients in numerous service areas such as but not limited to Special Assistance In-Home, and Medicaid Administrative Claiming.
• SAIH is a mandated service for which the state has disallowed the development of a waiting list. Therefore, as clients are determined to be eligible, Forsyth County DSS must provide these services.
• This position will adhere to Forsyth County We Care Principles. The Guiding Principles of We Care are Integrity, Awareness, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.

Skills Needed:

Requires independent decision-making, assessment skills, professional judgment, effective interview skills, ability to collaborate and knowledge of community resources, ability to effectively communicate (both orally and written) with a diverse population from a variety of socioeconomic backgrounds and a variety of physical and/or mental capabilities, must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced, case management role.

The ideal candidate would possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Knowledge of social work principles, techniques/practices & their application to specific casework & community.
• Knowledge of Special Assistance/In Home program
• Knowledge of behavioral and socioeconomic problems and their treatment and governmental and private organizations and community resources.
• Knowledge of the laws, regulations and policies that govern social work programs.
• Requires assessment skills, organizational and time management skills, the ability to collaborate with community partners and citizens of Forsyth County.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely and to plan and execute work effectively.

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The following supplemental questions may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided on your application. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview. By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions.

• Yes I understand and agree
• No I do not agree

02

Please select your highest level of completed education.

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College, Trainings, Certifications
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or Advanced Degree

03

Do you have a Masters Degree in Social Work?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a Bachelors Degree in Social Work?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have a graduate degree in a human service field?

• Yes
• No

06

Have you completed the NC State Child Welfare Pre-Service Training or the NC Child Welfare Collaborative?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

08

How many years of experience do you have working with the aging population and disabled adults?

• 0-1
• 2-4
• 5 or more

09

How many years of experience do you have working with computer programs?

• 0-1
• 2-4
• 5 or more

10

How many years of experience do you have working in the social work or human services field?

• 0 to 2 years
• 2 to 4 years
• 5+ years

11

Which computer programs are you efficient in? (List All)

• Word
• Excell
• PowerPoint
• Outlook
• Teams

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Employer Forsyth County (NC)

Address 201 N. Chestnut St.

Winston Salem, North Carolina, 27101

Phone 336-703-2400

Website http://www.forsyth.cc