Forsyth County Job

Use your great social work skills to make a difference in the life of a child.  A caring social worker to provide social work services to children who have been identified as victims/potential victims of child abuse, neglect and or dependency and to assist families in developing permanent plans for their children is needed at Forsyth County Department of Social Services. The successful candidate will complete a thorough investigation of the situation, assess the risk to the child and take appropriate action. Performing assessments and evaluations, reviewing and monitoring progress on set goals and completing required paperwork to ensure provision of service for families are functions of this position.  The chosen candidate must understand and utilize correctly all Federal, State, and local laws, policies and procedures relevant to child abuse, neglect and dependency. The person hired into this position must be mobile, in that most of job takes place outside of office (client's homes, court rooms, schools, etc.), must be able to observe and report observations; and must be able to communicate with persons from a range of social and economic backgrounds and a variety of mental capacities.