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Social Worker (Senior Resource Center Life Enrichment Program)

New Hanover County
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medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, long term disability, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, North Carolina, Wilmington
Apr 10, 2026
Position Information Are you a motivated Social Work professional? New Hanover County is seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join the Senior Resource Center Life Enrichment Program (LEP) team. The SRC Life Enrichment Program provides quality and responsive social services to older adults and their caregivers. Our goal is to promote appropriate support for the social, physical, economic, and emotional well-being of older adults, while encouraging maximum independence and improving quality of life. The position requires conducting assessment evaluations and providing resource assistance with clients in their homes or in County facilities. Responsibilities for this role include: Conducts ongoing case monitoring and evaluation, including assessments, care plan development, and regular evaluations to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Performs home visits to monitor client progress, address concerns, and identifies potential risks such as abuse, neglect, or exploitation Maintains accurate and timely documentation of client interactions, assessments, and service plans Coordinates social services across multiple agencies by making appropriate referrals and collaborating with community partners Provides Options Counseling services, a decision-support process that includes listening to preferences, discussing options, supporting informed decision-making, connecting individuals to services, and following up. Options Counseling uses person-centered practices to support informed long-term service decisions. Engages in professional development through training, workshops, and required certifications Advocates for clients by fostering positive relationships with service providers, landlords, healthcare professionals, and community organizations Utilizes technology effectively while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment focused on quality and service. Performs work with regular and predictable attendance, consistently meeting the scheduling needs of the position as required by the county. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. Performs work during emergency/disaster situations. New Hanover County is dedicated to the recruitment and recognition of a talented and diverse workforce that is committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. New Hanover County celebrates diversity in our employees' backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities, while supporting growth opportunities for all. Our talented team has a passion for providing care and services that effect change on the everyday lives of the citizens they encounter. The differences that unite us are a reflection of the community we serve. If this sounds like an organization that models the values you uphold, we invite you to join our team at New Hanover County. * * * * Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of principles of social work, social service agencies, and practices. Strong knowledge of community resources and preparation of written reports. Strong communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with clients, co-workers, and public to convey information and receive work direction. Knowledge of identifying and investigating abuse, neglect, or exploitation, including local and state protective services statutes. Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday. Must be available to report for emergency work assignment during emergency situations. Employment Type: Full-time, non-exempt Salary Information: The hiring range for this position is $60,943 - $80,764.50 . plus a competitive benefits package. Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations . Bilingual candidates are eligible for a differential (5%) when performing Spanish language interpretation during the course of work. New Hanover County offers: Employer paid 401k contributions; Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system; Flex time and telework availability, depending on your position; Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year; Paid parental leave; Paid community services leave to give back to our community; Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work; Medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options; Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center; Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives; Opportunities to make a difference in your community; And so much more! We invite you to explore our careers page at www.nhcgov.com/careers for additional information about why New Hanover County is a great place to work, and to check out our competitive benefits package. Qualifications Required Education and Experience: MSW from an accredited school; OR BSW from an accredited school of social work and 1 year of related social work experience; OR a four-year degree in a human services field with at least 15 semester hours in courses related to social work and 2 years of related social work experience; OR a four-year degree and 3 years of related social work experience. Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred. Licenses/Certifications Valid Driver's License (from any state) and good driving record required at time of application. Valid North Carolina Driver's License required by first date of employment with good driving record. Other Information Applicant Information: After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants referred to the department will receive an email requesting important information pertinent to the position applied for. Please be sure to check your email for this communication so we may proceed with the next step in the recruitment process in a timely manner. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal. In compliance with G.S. 153A-94.2(b), if this position requires an applicant for employment to work with children in any capacity, the county must require the applicant to undergo a criminal history record check conducted by the SBI for all offers of employment made after October 1, 2025. These checks must be performed in accordance with G.S. 143B-1209.26, which authorizes the SBI to provide fingerprint-based state and national criminal record checks to cities and counties. Additional information on how to complete this required check will be provided to the selected candidate after an offer of employment is accepted. New Hanover County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.