General Definition of Work
This position is part of Children’s Services which is responsible for all child welfare functions and programs. Work is primarily with families and children but may also include people who are elderly or disabled. Work involves working alongside individuals and families to further develop knowledge and understanding of child and family well-being and basic parenting skills. It also involves providing transportation to medical, social, and educational/employment resources, assisting with locating housing or job placements, and connecting with economic programs and community resources as needed. Documentation involves writing all contacts promptly and accurately and meeting deadlines for any required reports.
Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Essential Functions
• Applicant must have excellent oral and written skills.
• Applicant must have computer proficiency and must be flexible to accommodate varied task assignments.
• Applicant must be able to manage conflict, remain neutral and fair, engage people, build trust, and promote collaboration and consensus.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Fluency in Spanish desired but not required. English speaking applicants should apply.
• A valid NC driver’s license is desired.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED and moderate experience in human services work, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Physical Requirements
This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, speaking, hearing, using hands to finger, handling, feeling, reaching with hand and arms and repetitive motions, frequently requires walking and occasionally requires standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling and lifting; work has standard vision requirements; work requires vocal communication to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word; work requires hearing to perceive information at normal spoken levels; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, using measuring devices, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions; work is generally in a moderately quiet location (e.g. business office).
Additional Information
This position is open until filled.
Position salary is $15.00 per hour.
