Social Work Program Administrator I - Permanency

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Thorough knowledge of methods and principles of casework supervision and training. Thorough knowledge of social work principles, techniques, and practices and applications to casework and community problems. Considerable knowledge of social and economic factors in the community, and local agencies and resources. Considerable knowledge of the laws, regulations, and policies which govern social services programs. Considerable knowledge of the principles and techniques of public administration, including personnel administration, budgeting, andoffice management. Skill in directing a staff of social workers and supervisors and related professionals and students engaged in a variety of services.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: The selected applicant will be subject to the following conditions prior to appointment. Failure to complete or fulfill these conditions may result in dismissal.The employee in this position will be operating motor vehicles for Cumberland County and shall have a valid North Carolina Driver's License.Each applicant who is tendered an offer for employment for any position with Cumberland County shall be tested for the use of drugs specified in the County policy. Refusal to submit to testing or a confirmed positive test shall be a basis for withdrawal of the conditional employment offer.Law enforcement background check is required.Duties of this position require the use of the employee's personal vehicle.This position will require assisting in emergency and/or disaster situations.This position will require travel within the state and potentially out of state. The Cumberland County Department of Social Services has a dress code policy that must be adhered to. This policy includes specific guidelines related to tattoos and body piercing.College transcripts may be submitted on-line via the attachment feature or mailed to Cumberland County Department of Social Services, P.O. Box 2429, Fayetteville, NC 28302. Prior to employment start date, an official transcript must be presented in its original unopened envelope.Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log into your account and click "Application Status."If there are specific questions regarding this posting, you may contact Human Resources @ (910) 677-2739.MISSIONThe Cumberland County Department of Social Services stands united to strengthen individuals and families and to protect children and vulnerable adults. We collaborate with our community partners to provide programs and services which engage our customers in improving their quality of life.VISIONWe envision our Department... as a catalyst for improving quality of life through teamwork, partnership, forward thinking, and cutting-edge service delivery. We envision our customers...as partners, motivated and empowered to improve their quality of life.Our Core Standards & ValuesA quality customer experience, business operations and employee experience represents our three Core Standards that guide our principles and values. We have identified eight core values and validating behaviors that define our Departments: Service, Teamwork, Accountability, Diversity, Innovation, Optimism, Integrity and Flexibility.

Benefits

Cumberland County offers a generous benefit plan including a Government Retirement Plan, 13 paid holidays per year and an Employee Wellness Center Clinic.To see more information about the benefits offered to employees Click here