Alamance County
Alamance County is in search of an Adult Home Specialist (SW III) for the Adult Services Unit. The primary purpose of this position is to assure various types of adult care homes operate within the applicable rules, regulations and laws through an ongoing planning and monitoring process
The goal of this position is to foster a protective environment for frail and vulnerable adults served by the adult care home industry. Consults and supervises adult care centers in Alamance County with the goal of assuring safe and quality care for the residents of these homes. Promotes operations within homes that will exceed minimum requirements. Types of homes that fall under oversight include adult care homes with as few as two residents, such as a family care home to large adult care homes with as many as one hundred adults, many diagnosed with multiple disabling conditions, long term or terminal illnesses such as Alzheimer's disease. Investigates all complaints received on adult care and family care homes according to the NC regulations governing the facilities. Monitors all adult daycares in Alamance County for compliance with regulations and laws. Investigates all complaints that might arise from adult daycares in Alamance County.
All Adult Social Worker III positions at Alamance County Department of Social Services, provides back up to Adult Protective Services when needed. This position ensures needed coverage to Adult Protective Services during times of staff shortage or increased volume of Adult Protective Services reports. • Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. • Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. • Autonomy – Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. • Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. • Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely. • Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures. • Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards. • Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful, maintain high level of confidentiality and be seen as credible in the workplace. • Influence - Ability to gain support and buy-in by way of persuading, convincing or influencing to others to overcome barriers allowing them to support a particular vision. • Judgment – Ability to use good judgment and discretion as it relates to interpreting policies and procedures. • Multitasking – Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. • Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems. • Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build relationships with customers and co-workers. • Safety-Minded – Creating a safe work environment; managing risks; reducing exposure liabilities. •Supervising – Ability to supervise, train or instruct lower-level social workers, students or interns within the program. • Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Education/Experience:
Master's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work; Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative (Child Welfare positions only); Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience; Master's degree in counseling in a human services field and one year of social work or counseling; Bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years directly related experience; Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience.
A copy of a certified college transcript and a letter of reference must be provided upon request.
Computer Skills:
Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint Experience).
License/Credentials: Possession of a valid N.C. driver's license is required for this position and maintaining a driving record in accordance with Alamance County policy. Bilingual in Spanish, preferred.
Other Position Information:
This position is grant funded and is subject to reallocation contingent upon funding.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position. O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs./day) F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs./day) C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs./day)
Physical Demands Stand
F Walk
F Sit
F Manually Manipulate
O Reach Outward
O Reach Above Shoulder
O Climb
O Crawl
O Squat or Kneel
O Bend
O
Lift/Carry 10 lbs. or less
O 11-20 lbs.
O 21-50 lbs.
O 51-100 lbs.
O Over 100 lbs.
O
Push/Pull 12 lbs. or less
O 13-25 lbs.
O 26-40 lbs.
O 41-100 lbs.
O Other Physical Requirements •Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral)
WORK ENVIRONMENT Standard office environment #J-18808-Ljbffr
The goal of this position is to foster a protective environment for frail and vulnerable adults served by the adult care home industry. Consults and supervises adult care centers in Alamance County with the goal of assuring safe and quality care for the residents of these homes. Promotes operations within homes that will exceed minimum requirements. Types of homes that fall under oversight include adult care homes with as few as two residents, such as a family care home to large adult care homes with as many as one hundred adults, many diagnosed with multiple disabling conditions, long term or terminal illnesses such as Alzheimer's disease. Investigates all complaints received on adult care and family care homes according to the NC regulations governing the facilities. Monitors all adult daycares in Alamance County for compliance with regulations and laws. Investigates all complaints that might arise from adult daycares in Alamance County.
All Adult Social Worker III positions at Alamance County Department of Social Services, provides back up to Adult Protective Services when needed. This position ensures needed coverage to Adult Protective Services during times of staff shortage or increased volume of Adult Protective Services reports. • Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. • Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. • Autonomy – Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. • Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. • Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely. • Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures. • Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards. • Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful, maintain high level of confidentiality and be seen as credible in the workplace. • Influence - Ability to gain support and buy-in by way of persuading, convincing or influencing to others to overcome barriers allowing them to support a particular vision. • Judgment – Ability to use good judgment and discretion as it relates to interpreting policies and procedures. • Multitasking – Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. • Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems. • Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build relationships with customers and co-workers. • Safety-Minded – Creating a safe work environment; managing risks; reducing exposure liabilities. •Supervising – Ability to supervise, train or instruct lower-level social workers, students or interns within the program. • Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Education/Experience:
Master's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work; Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and completion of the Child Welfare Collaborative (Child Welfare positions only); Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and one year directly related experience; Master's degree in counseling in a human services field and one year of social work or counseling; Bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years directly related experience; Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience.
A copy of a certified college transcript and a letter of reference must be provided upon request.
Computer Skills:
Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint Experience).
License/Credentials: Possession of a valid N.C. driver's license is required for this position and maintaining a driving record in accordance with Alamance County policy. Bilingual in Spanish, preferred.
Other Position Information:
This position is grant funded and is subject to reallocation contingent upon funding.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position. O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs./day) F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs./day) C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs./day)
Physical Demands Stand
F Walk
F Sit
F Manually Manipulate
O Reach Outward
O Reach Above Shoulder
O Climb
O Crawl
O Squat or Kneel
O Bend
O
Lift/Carry 10 lbs. or less
O 11-20 lbs.
O 21-50 lbs.
O 51-100 lbs.
O Over 100 lbs.
O
Push/Pull 12 lbs. or less
O 13-25 lbs.
O 26-40 lbs.
O 41-100 lbs.
O Other Physical Requirements •Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral)
WORK ENVIRONMENT Standard office environment #J-18808-Ljbffr