Salary: $33,096.96 Annually
Location : 1225 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202301989
Department: Social Services
Division: Social Work Services/Adults
Opening Date: 10/02/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Salary Grade: 61
Position Overview
Open Recruitment until Filled.
This position is located in the CARE Center, Adult Services Section.
Examples of Duties
The CARE Center Family Violence Program has the responsibility to provide comprehensive services to persons experiencing intra-family violence. These services include emergency shelter, 24 hour crisis telephone lines, paralegal services, and counseling for all members of the family.
This position calls for providing emotional support and a stable environment for victims of domestic violence residing in the CARE Center Emergency Shelter. The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the day-to-day operation of the shelter. This position is responsible for greeting victims and children entering the shelter and helping them get acquainted with their surroundings. This person answers the crisis line and is responsible for completing an initial assessment in order to respond appropriately to the situation. This position is responsible for supervising the residents in the completion of household chores, explaining shelter guidelines, providing opportunities for recreation for shelter residents, assisting with preparing some meals, resolving disagreements that may arise and providing life skills coaching.
This position gathers information from victims and prepares the paperwork necessary to make the information available to the CARE Center Counselors to develop appropriate services plans. The worker must complete accurate written documentation of all crisis calls, required shelter reports and activities, shelter intake activities and completed training.
The work schedule varies, with a 40-hour week. Normal hours are evening and early morning hours Monday through Friday. Both day and evening hours are required on weekends and holidays. This position involves over-night stays at the shelter. The worker must be able to work independently and use good judgment with minimal on-site supervision.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical effort expended in this position is normally limited to the moving of light objects such as groceries or cleaning supplies. The worker may also assist clients with luggage or other personal belongings. This person may be required to transport a client or travel to the CARE Center office on occasion. The person must be able to walk up and down a flight of stairs in order to secure the building and to ensure safe shelter operations.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Demonstrated possession of knowledge, skills, and abilities gained through two years of experience in performing similar instructional and community placement tasks; or graduation from a two-year associate degree program designed to prepare support personnel for human services agencies which includes a six month practice/internship in a similar setting (one year of the above experience may be substituted for the practice).
PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: An associate degree in a Human Services field and experience in crisis intervention is preferred OR High School and at least six (6) months of additional training or experience in a group home or shelter setting in addition to the required minimum education and experience.
**Transcripts are required for the qualifications evaluation process.**
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of instructional techniques effective in-groups; skill in facilitating group discussions.
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 Drivers 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 employees personal vehicle.
This position will be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.
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.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED. APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE IF WORK HISTORY IS NOT UP TO DATE. PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOUR APPLICATION CONTAINS ALL RELEVANT INFORMATION .
A RESUME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED IN DETERMINING YOUR QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
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 DSS Human Resources @ (910) 677-2599.
MISSION
The 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.
VISION
We 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 & VALUES
A 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.
Cumberland County Department of Social Services Health-care Benefit Plan provides comprehensive and affordable health and dental coverage while maintaining reasonable costs to employees. Coverage is available for all full time employees.
The link below provides detail information regarding insurance coverage:
CREDIT UNION Employees are eligible to join State Employees Credit Union and Bragg Mutual Federal Credit Union. Savings accounts and loan payments can be made through payroll deductions.
DIRECT DEPOSIT Employees are eligible to have their paychecks deposited directly to their account at any banking institution. The net pay is direct deposited by 9:00 AM on the County’s pay date.
ANNUAL LEAVE
Less than 2 years of service 3.42 hours per pay period = 96 hours (12 days)
2-4 years of service 4.37 hours per pay period = 120 hours (15 days)
5-9 years of service 5.33 hours per pay period = 144 hours (18 days)
10-14 years of service 6.28 hours per pay period = 168 hours (21 days)
15-19 years of service 7.24 hours per pay period = 192 hours (24 days)
20+ years of service 8.19 hours per pay period = 216 hours (27 days)
Sick Leave All Employees 3.42 hours per pay period = 96 hours (12 days)
HOLIDAYS State recognized holidays off: New Year’s Day, ML King’s Birthday, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day (2 days), and Christmas Day (3 days).
MILEAGE $0.54 reimbursement per mile driven using personal automobile for company business.
DRIVERS LICENSE If you presently have an out-of state license, you must obtain a valid NC Driver’s License prior to beginning employment with Cumberland County DSS. *See Safe Driving Policy
DRUG TESTING 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 for the conditional employment offer. *See Drug Free Workplace Testing Policy
RETIREMENT PLAN Unreduced retirement benefits at age 65 with 5 years of service: or at age 60 with 25 years of credit, or any age after 30 years of service; reduced benefits after age 50 and 20 years of service or at age 60 with 5 years of service; disability benefits available after 5 years of service; death benefit paid to your beneficiary if you die in active service after one year of service.
401K ACCOUNT 1% contribution made by County to your NC401K account; no match required by employee.
DEFERRED COMPENSATIONSupplemental retirement programs through: ICMA, Programs PEBSCO (NACO), and 401 K (Payroll deduction available)
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS Employee can pay for insurance premiums, uninsured medical expenses, or child care with pre-tax dollars. Other insurance policies offered: dental, life, accident, disability and cancer.
SCHOOL PARTICIPATION LEAVE Employee will be granted 4 hours per County fiscal year (July 1 – June 30) to attend child’s school (Day Care – 12) for involvement at the child’s school. Employee should furnish written verification from child’s school that employee attended or was otherwise involved at that school during the time of leave.
PLEASE NOTE: THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES IS A SMOKE-FREE WORKPLACE.
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What is you highest level of completed education?
- High School Diploma/GED
- Some College Coursework, No Degree
- Associate’s Degree
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Master’s Degree
- Doctorate’s Degree
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Do you have experience working in a group home or shelter?
- Yes
- No
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This position is required to work a 12 hour rotating shift which includes nights, weekends and holidays. Can you meet this requirement?
- Yes
- No
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Please verify that your application includes the following information: * Employment history including salary, correct dates of employment, employer address and phone number, supervisor’s name, and reason for leaving each employer. Applications without the above information will be considered incomplete and not be processed.Please take a moment to review your application before submission to ensure all categories are completed.I have read and understand the above statement.
- Yes
- No
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