SOCIAL WORKER II (FOSTER HOME LICENSING) - 40001361

Job description

Join Durham County Government Durham County Government is home to over 2,000 dedicated professionals working together to deliver essential services that strengthen and support our vibrant, diverse community. As the heart of a fast-growing region, we offer meaningful careers across a wide range of fields—giving you the opportunity to make a real impact where you live, work, grow, and play. Learn more at www.dconc.gov . DEPARTMENT: SOCIAL SERVICES (DSS) DATE POSTED: MARCH 23, 2026 CLOSING DATE: APRIL 13, 2026 HIRING RANGE: $52,730.00 - $71,154.00 POSITION NUMBER: 40001361 JOB TYPE: FULL-TIME, EXEMPT DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary. Provide suitable licensed foster homes for youths who have been separated from their families and placed in agency custody. Identify appropriate placement for youths who enter custody through the Department of Social Services or need replacement after disruption. Conduct mutual home assessments; assess strengths and needs of resource parents; provide tra...