Current Employment Opportunities with Scotland County Government

Social Worker II // Economic Development Director

  Submission of the State Application for Employment PD107 is required for all Scotland County positions.

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RECRUITMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
CLASSIFICATION: Social Worker II
UNIT: Adult Services
SALARY RANGE: Grade 67 ($32,472 - $47,064)
HIRING RANGE: ($32,472 – $34,140)
RECRUITING PERIOD: A completed State Application Form (PD-107) and Official Certified College Transcript of the Highest Degree must be submitted to: Scotland County Department of Social Services, Attn: Personnel, no later than May 7, 2008 at 5:00 PM
STARTING DATE: June 2, 2008

RESPONSIBILITIES: The primary purpose of this position is to provide preventive services and in-home aide services to those adults who are in need of such services. Preventive services are provided to strengthen the family as a unit; prevent family disruptions by enhancing problem-solving abilities; assisting in the development of appropriate stress coping mechanisms, and enhancing stability and the general well being of the family as a unit. In-home aide services as a whole strive to improve the lives of elderly and disabled adults.  Paraprofessional services are designed to assist these individuals with essential home management, personal care tasks, or supervision so that they can continue to remain and function satisfactorily in their own homes as long as possible. In-Home Services duties fall into these main categories: Assessment of a need for services, Case management and monitoring the continuing need for services. The position works closely with the agency, which provides the direct service to eligible clients, and Home Health Agencies. This position will also backup intake as needed and other duties as assigned. 

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in social work from an accredited school of social work; Bachelor’s degree in  a human services field from an accredited college or university and one year directly related experience; Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university and two years directly related experience.  Directly related experience is defined as human services experience in the areas of case management, assessment and referral, supportive counseling, intervention, psycho-social therapy and treatment planning. 

SPECIAL ATTRIBUTES AND SKILLS: Ability to implement effective face-to-face interviews and counsel as necessary.  This position requires very good assessment and evaluation skills for determining the needs of each client.  Once the need is identified, worker works closely with the client to develop the most appropriate plan.  Worker must have a highly developed ability for gathering data, assessing it and drawing conclusions.  Must be a motivator and educator to assist clients in solving problems and achieving their goals.  Participation in unit staffing and working effectively with all members of the unit and agency is extremely important.  This position requires the preparation of case summaries and maintenance of accurate and up-to-date case records.  This worker is responsible for serving as community liaison to help develop and maintain community based resources to help meet client needs.  The position requires an energetic person with planning and organizing ability.  The job demands a considerable amount of patience and attention to detail. Long term care or regulatory experience in human services, or experience in working with elderly and disabled individuals preferred. Applicants must have access to an automobile for in and out of county travel. . Bilingual preferred.

Applications must be submitted on a NC State Application (Form PD-107), which can be obtained through Employment Security Commission or Scotland County Department of Social Services. AN OFFICIAL CERTIFIED TRANSCRIPT OF THE HIGHEST DEGREE IS REQUIRED AND MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH APPLICATION.  All applications will be considered but not necessarily interviewed.  Applications must be received prior to 5:00 PM, May 7, 2008 by the Personnel Department, Scotland County DSS, P.O. Box 1647, Laurinburg, NC  28353.  

Resumes in lieu of an application will not be accepted.  All applications will be considered but not necessarily interviewed. Criminal Background Check and Drug/Alcohol Screen will be completed on applicant hired.   References will be required. 

An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer 

April 28, 2008

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October 18, 2007 

RECRUITMENT ANNOUNCEMENT – ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR 

SCOTLAND COUNTY is seeking applicants for the position of Economic Development Director to perform promotional and
consultative work in developing and implementing an economic development program for the County.  Employee is responsible for consulting with local officials; community leaders; along with retail and industry executives for the purpose of promoting economic growth through expansion and retention of existing industrial and commercial bases, and attraction of new business into the County. Duties include development of data, statistics, and publications, which portray the economic potential of the county; identification of prospective industries; and maintaining proper records, reports, and public information for the program; development of grants and funding sources in conjunction with local government efforts to support infrastructure improvements.  Work requires considerable planning and timely execution of work. Decisions must be made quickly with accuracy when dealing with the economic management teams. Employee must exercise independent judgment and simultaneously must consider financial, socio-economic, legal, and regulatory variables as they affect the County. Reports to the County Manager.  Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Planning, Economics, Public Administration, or a related field with at least five years of professional experience in industrial or economic development; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.  Designation as a Certified Economic Developer desired; Master’s Degree preferred.  Must possess a valid NC Driver’s License.  Salary and benefits package commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Submit State application (PD-107 available through our website, www.scotlandcounty.org) along with resume, cover letter, and an OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPT OF THE HIGHEST DEGREE to:  Scotland County Personnel, 507 W. Covington St., P O Box 489, Laurinburg, NC  28353.  Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  An Equal Opportunity Employer. 

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