Vacancy Announcement

Social Worker III
Williams County Social Services

Location: Williston
Salary: $2818 - $3400 monthly
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Position Number: 323-53-6188
Requisition Number: 296507
Status: Full-time, Regular
Type of Recruitment: Internal/External
Job Order Number: None
Date Posted to Web: September 21, 2009

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires licensure as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) by the North Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners (NDCC 43-41); and two years of professional human services work experience as a social worker, human relations counselor, developmental disabilities case manager, mental illness case manager, vocational rehabilitation counselor, activity therapist, addiction counselor, registered nurse, employment counselor, or a similar professional level position in the public or private sector; OR a master’s degree in social work and licensure as a Licensed Social Worker by the ND Board of Social Work Examiners.

If no qualified applicants are found, we will consider underfilling as a Social Worker II (4212), with a salary range of $2588 to $3000 per month. Minimum qualifications require licensure as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) by the ND Board of Social Work Examiners; and one year of professional human services work experience as a social worker, human relations counselor, developmental disabilities case manager, mental illness case manager, vocational rehabilitation counselor, activity therapist, addiction counselor, registered nurse, employment counselor, or a similar professional level position in the public or private sector.

If no qualified applicants are found, we will consider underfilling as a Social Worker I (4211), with a salary range of $2384 to $2800 per month. Minimum qualifications require licensure as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) by the ND Board of Social Work Examiners.

Individuals may be required to work non-traditional work hours. This position requires the ability to visit clients in their home using the employee’s own automobile. A valid North Dakota license is required and the employee must have adequate automobile insurance.

Application Procedures:

Complete a State of ND Application for Employment (SFN 10950). Access application form at: http://www.nd.gov/hrms/jobs/appforms.html or hard copy from any ND Job Service Office.
Provide details in the employment history sections of the application form on how your education, experience and skills will qualify you for this position. A cover letter and resume may be included.
All application material must be received on or before the closing date at the following address:

Human Resource Division
Department of Human Services
600 East Boulevard Avenue Dept 325
Bismarck ND 58505-0250
Fax: 701-328-1030; e-mail: dhshr@nd.gov

For More Information, Assistance or Accommodation Contact: Lois Reierson or Lisa Mack
Employing Unit: Williams County Social Services
Telephone Number: 701-774-6300

Summary of Work:

Primary responsibility of this position is to provide Foster Care case management and Wraparound Services. This includes but is not limited to: placement of children, case planning, referral to services, documentation, arranging and monitoring visitation, developing affidavits and attending court hearings. The position also provides backup for Child Protection Services.

Benefits:
Williams County offers a full range of employee benefits including family health/dental/vision, life insurance, retirement and paid leave.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The state of North Dakota does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services, and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

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