What You'll Be Doing

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 CPS 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.

We are seeking a dynamic individuals to serve as a temporary and part-time Child Welfare - Case Aide with our Cross Function, Resource and Prevention Section. This position will support social workers with mitigating concerns related to child abuse and neglect, by providing services to consumers. This includes but is not limited to, providing transportation, coaching parents in daily living skills and interactions with their children, and supervising visitation between children, siblings, and caregivers.

These positions are both temporary and part time (20 - 25 hours/week)

Essential job functions and responsibilities include:

• Providing required supervision of youth while they await for placement

• Completing genetic marker testing

• Providing required visitation services as outlined in the visitation plan

• Providing direct transport for children in Wake County custody, to/from family visitations, doctor visits, family team meetings, court hearings and other necessary appointments
• Ensuring the timely and secure transportation and support services for children and youth

• Assisting with other Child Welfare initiatives

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
• 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)

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work
• Associates degree in Human Services or a related field
• Two years experience in a social services role
• Knowledge of child development and the effects of trauma on children and family systems
• Experience working with families involved with Child Welfare

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

• Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests
• Passion for working with children and their families
• Strong interpersonal and customer services skills
• Ability to build and maintain positive, productive relationships
• Ability to interface and effectively partner with internal and external partners
• Critical thinking skills and demonstrated initiative, creativity and innovation with solutions
• Ability to respond to and manage ever-changing requirements and priorities with flexibility and a positive attitude
• Interpersonal skills and methods to reduce tension and resolve conflict

About This Position

Location: Wake House Raleigh, NC 27608

Employment Type: Temporary

Work Schedule: Thurs - Sun 8:00 AM - 5:15 PM (With occasional evenings)

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: 7:00 pm on 6/13/2025

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.

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