The Forsyth County Department of Social Services is seeking a Sr. Social Worker to work in the Child Protective Services (CPS) After Hours Unit.

The Senior Social Worker is required by NC General Statute to receive and screen all reports of abuse, neglect, or dependency. The Social Worker will document information about the report of suspected abuse, neglect or dependency. The Social Worker in conjunction with their supervisor determine whether the facts alleged in the report are sufficient to warrant intervention on the basis of suspected abuse, neglect, or dependency; and subsequently, make the decision to accept a referral for investigation/assessment or to reject the initial referral, including justification for this decision.

For an overview of this position and child welfare work, you are encouraged to view this realistic job preview video: https://fcrp.unc.edu/realistic-job-preview-north-carolina-child-welfare-work/

• This position is being re-advertised. All applicants are still being considered. If you have already applied for this position, then resubmitting an application is not necessary to be considered. *
• Applicants must reside in Forsyth County or a neighboring county.*