What You'll Be Doing

We are currently seeking a Housing - Social Worker to become a member of an interdisciplinary community services team for the HOPWA (Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS) population. Housing Affordability & Community Revitalization PHSS follows the Housing First Model.

The HOPWA Housing Social Worker uses a trauma-informed framework to assess client needs and collaboratively develop action plans. Through Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, and other clinical methods, the Social Worker supports clients in achieving health and housing stability. They coordinate access to essential services and resources, with support provided in homes, the field, or agency settings-sometimes requiring on-call availability.

The essential functions of the HOPWA Housing - Social Worker are as follows:

• Provide intensive case management, including monthly home visits and personal goal planning
• Understand client health and mental health needs, treatments and their impact on health, housing stability and overall well-being
• Deliver therapeutic services such as crisis support, symptom monitoring and counseling
• Address housing issues with landlords and legal staff to prevent eviction and support rehousing
• Assisting clients with accessing community resources, services and transportation as needed
• Maintain data and HMIS documentation, develop individual service plans for clients and collaborate with internal and external partners to support in care planning and consultation

About Our Team

The goal of Wake County Department of Housing Affordability and Community Revitalization goal is to ensure that quality, affordable housing is available and accessible for all Wake County residents. As the population and economy continue to grow in Wake County, the need for affordable housing development and preservation increases. Not only do more units of affordable housing need to be built, but appropriate services must also be provided to support families and individuals with both accessing and maintaining safe, decent, affordable housing. Affordable housing is also critical to preserving Wake County’s economic competitiveness by offering housing for workers of all income levels, supporting housing stability and economic opportunity for residents and furthering Wake County’s commitment to healthy and inclusive growth. The Department’s programs include: Community Revitalization, Development Financing, Homeless and Prevention Services, Emergency Shelter, Support Services, Veterans Services and Permanent Supportive Housing.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field
• One year of job-related experience
• Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• Three (3) years of work experience with case management services, housing, homeless, HIV and special needs populations
• Licenses/Certifications; LCSW - License Clinical Social Worker, CPR Certification - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (within 60 days) and First Aid Certification (within 60 days)
• Bilingual in Spanish

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Knowledge of case management and the ability to develop and implement effective care management systems
• Excellent interpersonal, emotional intelligence and communication skills and a positive attitude and resiliency
• Ability to take initiative, proactively identify challenges, resolve issues independently and apply a solutions-based approach
• Skills in data entry, reporting and basic math for effective data management to produce quality work
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills with keen attention to detail
• Ability to multitask, adapt and collaborate in a fast pace, changing environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with Samaritan House constituents from different backgrounds even in high-pressure settings

About This Position

Location: Cornerstone Raleigh, NC 27603

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:15pm

Hiring Range: 26.54 - 34.07

Market Range: 26.54 - 41.59

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 8/5/2025

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

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