Person County Government is seeking a Social Worker III in the Foster Care - Licensing Unit in the Department of Social Services. The Social Worker III will recruit, interview, and train potential foster and adoptive parents for children in agency custody. Once licensed as foster parents, this role involves ongoing support and training to ensure compliance with state standards and address the overall well-being needs of the children in their care.

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This is a non-exempt position working 37.5 hours weekly/1950 hours annually.

The starting salary will be determined with consideration given to both the candidate's educational background and relevant work experience.

Must possess a valid driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record per County policy.

Cover letter, resume and transcripts required to apply. A copy of the official college transcript added as an attachment is acceptable for the application process, but if an applicant is selected for an interview, he/she will be required to bring an official college transcript to the interview.


Required Minimum Training

• 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 a human services field and one year of directly related experience;
• 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