Job Information
Craven County Government Social Worker III - Maternity (Part/Time) (10835) in New Bern, North Carolina
Primary Purpose: The primary purpose of this position is to provide psychosocial screening to identify problems using a psychosocial component risk screening form and to assess, manage and follow-up psychosocial conditions identified through the psychosocial screening. Primary work days for this position are Tuesday and Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Essential Functions:
- Screen high risk prenatal clients receiving services through Craven County Health Department and complete a psychosocial assessment as indicated to identify problems and/or potential problems that may interfere with a healthy pregnancy outcome.
- Develop and document a plan of care for each identified psychosocial problem.
- Facilitate client in accessing appropriate services within the community such as WIC, Medicaid, PerinatalUnit for substance abuse, and establishing a medical home.
- Follow-up to ensure client received the needed services.
- Counsel high risk clients concerning their high risk factor and possible impact on their pregnancy and assist in obtaining necessary services and supplies.
- Maintain good rapport with other agency staff as well as other service providers in the community
Minimum Education and 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 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
- Current LCSWlicense from North Carolina Social Work Licensing and Certification Board required.
Additional Information:
- Other duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or Management.
- In the event of a disaster, may be required to assist as needed.