Child Welfare Case Aide (Transportation) - Full Time Permanent

WAKE COUNTY, NC
Raleigh, North Carolina United States  View Map
Posted: Sep 19, 2024
  • Salary: 22.13 - 25.43 Commensurate with Experience USD
  • Salary Top:25
  • Human and Social Services
  • Transportation or Transit
  • Job Description

    What You'll Be Doing

    Wake County Child Welfare currently serves over 700 children in our foster care system. Child Protective Services (CPS) is responsible for protecting children and enhancing their overall well-being by supporting and strengthening families. The Child Welfare division has three federally mandated goals. The first goal is safety - children will be protected from harm from child abuse and neglect. The second goal is permanence - children entering foster care will be reunited with family or placed in a new permanent home as quickly as possible. The third goal is well-being - the educational, health, and overall well-being of children in foster care or receiving Child Protective Services In-Home Services will be enhanced. Federal, state, and local policy dictate that Child Welfare seeks to accomplish these three goals by supporting and strengthening families.

    The Child Welfare Kids Transportation & Visitation Units are currently seeking a Child Welfare Case Aide to work directly with the Permanency Planning (Foster Care Program) Team to provide continuity in the implementation of strategies and interventions with children and families to achieve safe and timely permanency.

    Essential Functions:
    • Provide transportation for clients as directed by Foster Care Social Worker
    • Supervise family visits as directed by Foster Care Social Worker
    • Participate in case staffing, permanency planning meetings, and court processes when needed
    • Contact parents and/or foster parents to coordinate transportation

    This is a fantastic opportunity for those interested in helping children and beginning a rewarding career in Human Services!

    The acceptable candidate must have a valid driver’s license and ability to drive to various locations to visit families and maintain appointments.

    About Our Team

    Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is the consolidation of programs and services that include social services, public health, job search assistance, child support, and transportation. Our mission, in partnership with the community, is to facilitate full access to high quality and effective health and human services for Wake County residents. In addition to our numerous standard programs, Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is engaged in a number of special initiatives that are impacting services and programs throughout our entire agency. Whether legislated down from the changing regulations on the Federal or State level or bubbling up from the entrepreneurial spirit of our staff, you can always look forward to Wake County Health and Human Services implementing new and exciting enhancements to our services and programs.

    The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

    • High school diploma or GED
    • No specific experience required
    • Equivalent education and experience are accepted
    • Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.


    Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

    • Bachelor's degree
    • Knowledge of child development and the effects of trauma on children and family system
    • Experience working with families involved with Child Welfare
    • Experience in facilitating groups


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

    • Knowledge and skills demonstrated with group facilitation and in-home coaching
    • Knowledge of reunification strategies
    • Possess strong organizational and decision-making skills
    • Demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills
    • Passion for working with children and their families
    • Possess strong interpersonal and customer services skills
    • Able to build and maintain positive, productive relationships with peers, colleagues, managers, providers, the community and other professionals
    • Ability to interface and effectively partner with internal and external partners
    • Possess critical thinking skills and demonstrate initiative, creativity and innovation with solutions
    • Ability to respond to and manage ever-changing requirements and priorities with flexibility and a positive attitude
    • Utlize appropriate interpersonal skills and methods to reduce tension and resolve conflict


    About This Position

    Location: Human Services Center Swinburne Raleigh, NC 27610

    Employment Type: Regular

    Work Schedule: Mon-Fri with occasional evenings and weekends; schedule may vary.

    Hiring Range: 22.13 - 25.43 Commensurate with Experience

    Market Range: 22.13 - 28.73

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

    Posting Closing Date: This requisition is open until filled and may close at any time

    What Makes Wake Great

    Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

    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.
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Wake County Government
    • Wake County Government

    Wake County Government provides services including tax collection, library services, local parks administration, planning and permitting, health and human services, law enforcement and more. Wake County is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners.

    Consistently rated as one of the best places to live and work in America, Wake County, North Carolina is home to NC State University, Shaw University, Research Triangle Park, and 2006 Stanley Cup Champions, the Carolina Hurricanes. Wake County is also the center of state government, with our Capitol Building, legislature and many government offices located in Raleigh.

    Wake County is the most populous County in North Carolina. The County consists of 12 municipalities and includes Raleigh, the county seat and state capital. A unique mix of urban and rural small towns distinguishes Wake County from other counties and provides something for every lifestyle.

    Employee Benefits

    Employees enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, generous paid leave, investment in professional development, and a balance of work and family life. We offer a diverse selection of benefits to choose from, allowing employees to customize their benefits package to meet their family’s unique needs.

    Our comprehensive benefits and wellness programs are the rewards that go beyond the paycheck, including a 5% employer contribution to NC 401(k); on-site Employee Health Centers; employee assistance programs; and medical, dental, vision and life insurance options. The County also offers a generous paid leave program that includes sick, annual, community service, parental, military and bereavement leave. These benefits, along with our award-winning wellness programs, set us apart as an employer of choice and affirm our commitment to supporting employees and their families, both inside and outside of work.

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