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NC Department of Health and Human Services

Human Services Program Consultant II

NC Department of Health and Human Services, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

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Human Services Program Consultant II Agency: Department of Health and Human Services

Division: Social Services

Position Number: 65032623 | Grade: NC15

About the Agency The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) employs approximately 17,000 people and is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians. It provides human service needs for special populations, including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helps poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work This consultant position is one of seven under the direction of the FFPSA Implementation Manager. The role drives the implementation of the Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) across North Carolina, ensuring timely, fiscally sound implementation that aligns with the Department’s strategy for child welfare. The consultant is responsible for engaging internal and external stakeholders, overseeing regional deployment, and building a regional service network and referral system for a comprehensive prevention system.

Job Responsibilities

Engage county DSS offices, courts, private agencies, and other stakeholders through design and implementation of a comprehensive prevention system.

Monitor, train, and provide or arrange technical assistance to county child welfare programs for the implementation and sustainability of a prevention system.

Provide technical assistance to county social service staff on program improvement, CQI processes, on‑ and off‑site consultation, coaching, record review, data analysis, and compliance with federal regulations, North Carolina General Statutes, and administrative rules.

Develop county‑specific referral processes to regional networks of community agencies that provide essential services for families and children in the child welfare system.

Knowledge, Skills & Management Preferences

Knowledge of North Carolina child welfare statutes, rules, policies, and best practices.

Experience developing and implementing human service programs; demonstrated management and leadership skills.

Experience with change management and implementation theory to create continuous quality improvement processes.

Experience building partnerships with state, local, university, and private sector stakeholders.

Experience planning and facilitating group learning events for professionals.

Salary Range: $53,164 – $93,038 (Recruitment Range: $53,164 – $70,092)

Compensation & Benefits Employees receive comprehensive benefits, including health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, the NCFlex program, paid vacation, sick leave, community service leave, and paid parental leave. For more information, visit the State Benefits website.

Application Process

Complete the full application; resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application.

Provide detailed education, work experience, certificates, and supplemental answers within the application.

Only the most recent application received before the closing date is considered.

Applications are due by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date; only the last application before that time will be accepted.

Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check.

Applications are screened by Human Resources; the hiring process may take several weeks.

Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded; North Carolina uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) for credential equivalency.

Minimum Education and Experience Minimum education and experience requirements are listed in the vacancy announcement. You may qualify through either the education level, experience, or a combination as indicated.

Equal Employment Opportunity The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a work environment free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities and other protected status. The DHHS supports second‑chance employment for individuals with prior incarceration or justice involvement.

Contact Information For questions about this posting, contact Talent Acquisition at

talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

Recruiter Edward Raube

Job Type Full‑time, Mid‑Senior level, Consulting, Government Administration

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