About this opportunity
Scotland County NC lists this Social Worker Investigative Assessment and Treatment opportunity in laurinburg, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Salary : $54,820.00 - $60,302.00 Annually
Location : 1405 West Blvd, Laurinburg, NC
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 01031
Department: Social Services Administration
Division: Social Services
Opening Date: 10/12/2026
Closing Date: 10/26/ :59 PM Eastern
Description
We are glad you are interested in joining our team and serving the citizens of Scotland County! Scotland County employees work to improve the wellbeing and safety of citizens' lives. As a county employee you will work with others who value respect, teamwork, dependability, accountability, innovation and excellence. We offer flexible work scheduling and a full benefits package including medical insurance, vacation, paid holidays, and membership in the North Carolina retirement system.
Examples of Duties
Respond to reports from supervisors and 911, assess safety, and determine appropriate response actions and timeframes
Conduct investigations and assessments through interviews, home visits, and collaboration with service providers, law enforcement, and medical professionals
Deliver crisis intervention services to families, foster placements, and adult wards to ensure immediate safety and risk reduction
Facilitate Child and Family Team meetings and support ongoing casework, home studies, and inter-county requests
Maintain accurate, timely documentation and prepare reports, including court testimony when required
Complete quality assurance reviews and participate in policy-related training and compliance activities
Work flexible, on-call hours and perform additional duties as needed, including shelter support.
Typical Qualifications Master's degree from an accredited school of social work and one year of social work experience;
Or, a Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of social work and two years of social work or counseling experience;
Or, a Master's degree in a counseling field and two years of social work or counseling experience;
Or, a four-year degree in a human services field or related curriculum and three years of social work or counseling experience;
Or, graduation from a four-year college or university and four years of experience in rehabilitation counseling, pastoral counseling or a related human service field providing experience in the techniques of casework, group work or community organization;
Or, an equivalent combination of training and experience.
One year of work experience can be credited for completion of the social work collaborative for children's services social work positions.
In lieu of no qualified applicants, work against qualifying applicants may be considered.
Special Requirements :
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Supplemental Information Background records check, drug screen, references and, when applicable, transcripts will be required for the successful candidate.
All applications will be reviewed and considered but not necessarily interviewed.
Resume in lieu of a completed application unacceptable.
Diplomas and Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and E-Verify Participant.
Scotland County offers a wide range of benefits, including healthcare, supplemental plans and retirement programs.
Health
We offer a high-deductible health plan with a $5000 deductible (Single). This program includes a Health Savings Account (HSA). Employee only coverage is completely funded by the County, PLUS the County contributes $1200 to the HSA annually.
Dental
Our dental plan provides for preventive services, such as cleanings each year, at 100%. There is a $25 deductible for other services. Basic services pays at 80% and other major services at 50%. The County contributes $14.47 per month for employee coverage.
Voluntary Plans
Employees may choose from a variety of plans arranged through Mark III Benefits. These include AFLAC Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity plans; MetLife Group Cancer; MassMutual Whole Life; and Superior Vision plans. In addition we offer Short-term and Long-term disability.
Life Insurance
The County provides $10,000 Basic Life insurance for employees. An employee may choose to purchase additional voluntary term life insurance.
Retirement
Pension is offered through the N.C. Local Government Employees' Retirement System. Employees are required to contribute 6% of gross wages toward their account. The County also contributes at 14.40% (law enforcement 16.08%).
401(k) and 457 are supplemental retirement plans administered by Empower. For the 401(k) plan, employees contributing a minimum of 1% are eligible for the County contribution of 2.5% toward their account. Employees contributing at least 3% or greater are eligible for a County Contribution of 3%. Law Enforcement Officers receive a 5% County contribution. The 401(k) plan offers both pre-tax and Roth after-tax contributions. The 457 plan is tax-deferred with no minimum contribution requirements.
Longevity Pay
The County offers longevity pay to employees with at least 5 years of continuous service.
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Do you have a Master's Degree in Social Work and one year of social work experience? Yes
No
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Do you have a Master's Degree in Counseling and two years experience in counseling or social work? Yes
No
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Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work and two years experience in social work or counseling? Yes
No
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Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services related field from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience? Yes
No
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Do you have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university and four years of directly related experience? Yes
No
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Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes
No
Required Question
Worksite address
laurinburg, NC, 28353, US
Who can apply
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