SOCIAL WORKER 1-Child Care & Energy, Job# 1101-1

Job Opportunity Announcement

SOCIAL WORKER I Child Care and Energy Job #1101-1

Closes March 29, 2026

Salary Range: $49,500 to $54,400 (commensurate with experience)

Excellent benefits package available.

The County is currently accepting applications for the position of SOCIAL WORKER I. This is an entry level social work position that delivers childcare subsidy programs primarily and supports the delivery of energy programs: including but not limited to; interviewing applicants for eligibility based on state income guidelines; educating clients regarding programs and services; assisting clients in choosing the most appropriate childcare arrangement; completing reviews of all childcare cases and reevaluates continued eligibility and parental fees in response to changes in situation; ensuring correct monthly payments to providers of childcare services; maintaining records regarding all program areas; and providing ongoing case management and support to individuals served, and provides referrals to appropriate resources to the community.

About Us

Located in the heart of North Carolina’s Piedmont, Rowan County is attractively and conveniently nestled between the state’s largest city and its Capitol. Rowan County is made up of more than 20 departments and nearly 1,250 employees that are committed to providing a wealth of services to County residents and businesses.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

Requires a basic knowledge of social work principles, techniques and practices as it relates to the social and economic factors that challenge the individuals served in a social services setting; general knowledge of community resources; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others from a wide variety of cultural, educational, and socio-economic backgrounds; skill in mathematical reasoning and computation; and ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Requires Bachelor’s Degree in a human service field; or a Bachelor’s Degree and one year of human services experience in the areas of case management, assessment and referral, supportive counseling, intervention, psycho-social therapy and treatment planning or equivalent combination of education and experience; knowledge of growth and development of children with emphasis on special needs is preferred; bilingual Spanish skills preferred; experience with NCFAST case management system preferred.  All Degrees/Coursework must be from an appropriately accredited institution. 

Application

Apply online at www.rowancountync.gov/jobs.

Individuals with disabilities may request application accommodations by calling HR at (704) 216-8100. The County administers pre-employment drug tests and criminal background checks for all positions. Some positions may require a physical exam, credit check, and/or a driving history check depending upon the position. Rowan County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.