Social Worker - Murdoch Developmental Center

• This is a repost. Previous applicants are still under consideration and Do Not  need to reapply.*

This position is a Social Worker for the Partners in Autism Treatment and Habilitation (PATH) Unit located in Summerset Cottage and two group homes at Murdoch Developmental Center. This position serves as a key member of the interdisciplinary team, offering support and services to the people living at the center and their families/guardians.

The Social Worker serves as the primary liaison between the treatment team, Managed Care Organizations (MCO's), guardians/families, and community providers. Social Work positions are located within the residential divisions.

Scheduled work hours: 8:00 a.m.

• 5:00 p.m., Monday

• Friday, with some variations as required (e.g., QAR Rounds, Farm Day, Inclement Weather, etc.).

This position requires a four year or higher degree from an accredited school of social work. Master of Social Work (MSW); Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and one year of social work experience.  This is an ICF/IID requirement.

About Murdoch Developmental Center:

Murdoch Developmental Center is a 24/7 state residential facility located in Butner, NC, near the Research Triangle area. Murdoch serves individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD). Murdoch is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages, cognitive and functional abilities.

To be considered for employment, applicants must be in good standing with the

North Carolina Health Care Personnel Registry.

To learn more about Murdoch Developmental Center, click the link to watch the video below:

https://vimeo.com/268881255

To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.Qualified candidates must document on the application that they possess all of the following:

• Working knowledge of social work principles, theory base methods, and policy; 
• Knowledge of principles, techniques, trends, and literature of social work with the particular reference to mental health issues; and intellectual/developmental disabilities.

Management Preferences:

Experience with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities; strong writing skills, communication skills, and interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements:

Employee will be required to complete Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) skills, including advanced technique skills,  and certification in first aid and CPR.

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.

Master's degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution;

OR

Bachelor's degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of directly related experience;

OR

Master's degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of directly related experience;

OR

Bachelor's degree in a human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of directly related experience;

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

This position requires a four year or higher degree from an accredited school of social work. Master of Social Work (MSW); Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and one year of social work experience.  This is an ICF/IID requirement.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

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 in to your account. You will either receive a call to schedule an interview or an email notifying you when the job has been filled.

For technical issues with your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627. Applicants will be communicated with via email only for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 919-764-7200.