Job Description

What You'll Be Doing

This is a time-limited, full-time and benefits eligible position, currently funded through December 31, 2026.

Work with a winning team that cares about the safety and well being of children in Wake County, by providing wrap around case management services to strengthen families, thus reducing risk factors associated with abuse and neglect.

We are recruiting for a Prevention Social Worker in the Child Welfare Division, to become part of Team Wake in our Neighborhood Networks Program, for Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention.

Primary duties include:

• Conducting a comprehensive assessment of families’ strengths and needs
• Participating in family service planning meetings, developing and implementing service plans with measurable goals and objectives
• Working with families to overcome barriers and achieve improvement in functioning
• Referring, arranging and advocating for services that a family needs
• Conducting home visits to families for the purpose of counseling and monitoring of services and outcomes
• Utilizing social work tools such as but not limited to genograms, ecomaps, and financial worksheets

Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required

About Our Team

The Wake County Department of Social Services team is grounded in a deep commitment to connection, compassion, and community. We bring together experienced professionals who collaborate to support individuals and families through complex challenges, connect them with critical resources, and promote long-term stability. We value insight, innovation, and a solutions-focused approach, and we welcome those who are ready to contribute their expertise to meaningful, community-centered work. Join us in making a lasting difference!

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field
• One year of job-related experience
• Completion of the NC Child Welfare Education Collaborative (CWEC) traineeship can be substituted for 1 year of experience
• Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted
• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• Experience with interviewing, screening, and assessing needs of at risk families in social services environment
• Community engagement experience
• Resource development experience

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Experience in working with at-risk families
• Knowledge of coaching and case management techniques to interface and connect with traumatized and difficult to reach families
• Knowledge of programs and services that assist at risk families
• Strong interpersonal and customer services skills; able to build and maintain positive, productive relationships with peers, colleagues, managers, providers, the community and other professionals
• The ability to respond to and manage ever-changing requirements and priorities with flexibility and a positive attitude
• Methods to reduce tension and resolve conflict
• Experience in community outreach and engagement

About This Position

Location: HSC Swinburne Raleigh, NC 27610

Employment Type: Temporary

Work Schedule: Mon–Fri 8:30am - 5:15pm; frequent evening and weekend events required

Hiring Range: 27.58 - 37.24 Commensurate with Experience

Market Range: 27.58 - 46.89

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 10/7/2026

What Makes Wake Great

Equal Opportunity Statement

Background Check Statement

Emergency Service Worker Statement

What Makes Wake Great

Consistently ranked high among the best places to live and work in America, Wake County is the proud home to NC State University, Research Triangle Park, and the two-time Stanley Cup Champion Carolina Hurricanes, winners in 2006 and 2026. In addition to being Wake County’s seat of government, Raleigh is also the center of state government, with the Capitol Building, legislature and many state government offices located in Raleigh. With an estimated population of just over 1.2 million residents, Wake County is North Carolina’s most populous county. Entertainment, recreation, and art and culture abound with the North Carolina Museum of Art, JC Raulston Arboretum, and the Neuse River Trail all in the heart of Wake County. Wake County uses the Council/Manager form of government. Currently, the seven members of the Board of Commissioners are elected by district on a partisan basis and serve four-year terms. Starting in fall 2026, the Wake County Board will have seven commissioners elected by voters in their districts and two at-large commissioners elected by the whole County. The County is regarded as a fiscally responsible and well-managed government, enjoying a AAA bond rating. The County’s FY2027 General Fund budget is approximately $2.28 billion, and the County has more than 5,000 full time employees. Wake County Government came in at #2 on the Healthiest Employers list for 2024. This year, US News & World Report ranked Raleigh #5 on its list of Best Places to Live, and the Milken Institute ranked Raleigh #1 on its 2025 list of Best-Performing Cities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.