Social Worker Supervisor III--Foster Care chez Alamance County Government, NC

About the Department

Do you have the heart to serve and the strength to lead?

We’re seeking a driven and compassionateFoster Care & Licensing Supervisorto lead a dedicated team of professionals working to recruit, license, and retain foster families—while ensuring we provide the highest standard of care for children and families involved in the foster care system. If you’re ready to lead with purpose, innovate in recruitment, and support the frontlines of foster care, this is your moment.

Position Duties

What You’ll Do:

• Lead & Supervise:Provide day-to-day supervision, mentorship, and support for a skilled team handling foster care and licensing cases.
• Coordinate & Streamline:Oversee case assignments, workflow, and ensure quality and timely service delivery.
• Train & Empower:Facilitate ongoing training and professional development for staff, interns, and new hires.
• Recruit & Retain:Drive creative strategies to recruit new foster homes and retain our invaluable existing foster families.
• Review & Improve:Monitor casework for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness—always aiming for excellence.
• Answer the Call:Participate in the emergency on-call rotation, stepping in during crises to provide leadership and support.

Minimum Qualifications

What You Bring:

• In-depth knowledge of social work practices, complex case management, and child welfare systems.
• Strong understanding of licensing regulations, foster care policy, and recruitment best practices.
• Leadership that balances strength, empathy, and adaptability.
• Experience navigating challenging family dynamics, emotional and mental health crises, and high-pressure decisions.

Other Qualifications

This Role is for You If:

• You’re a natural leader who thrives in high-stakes environments.
• You’re passionate aboutsupporting children and familiesthrough the foster care system.
• You can think creatively, act decisively, and inspire others along the way.
• You want a role whereyour leadership directly shapes lives and strengthens communities.

Apply Now and Make Your Mark

Join a mission-driven team where your leadership, passion, and innovation will help build a better future—one child, one family, one foster home at a time.