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Buncombe County

Social Work Assistant

Asheville, NC

$22.51 - $27.09/hr

The purpose of this position is to provide Family Time Coaching services for children and their families in the custody of Buncombe County Health and Human Services Social Work Division. Additionally ...

Buncombe County

Social Work Assistant

Asheville, NC · On-site

$22.51 - $27.09/hr

The purpose of this position is to provide Family Time Coaching services for children and their families in the custody of Buncombe County Health and Human Services Social Work Division. Additionally ...

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How much do cook county social work jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for cook county social work in the United States is $16.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.18 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Cook County Social Work vs Case Manager?

AspectCook County Social WorkCase Manager
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Social Work (BSW/MSW), state licensure often requiredVaries; often a Bachelor's degree in social services, health, or related field; licensure may be preferred
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, hospitals, community organizations within Cook CountyHealthcare facilities, social service agencies, community programs
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily public sector, government-funded programs in Cook CountyPublic and private sectors, healthcare, social services across various regions

Cook County Social Workers focus on providing mental health, child welfare, and community support services within Cook County, often requiring social work credentials. Case Managers coordinate care plans and services, sometimes with similar educational backgrounds, but may work in broader settings. While both roles aim to support clients, social workers often handle more complex cases requiring licensure, whereas case managers focus on service coordination across various environments.

What are Cook County social workers?

Cook County social workers are professionals who provide support and services to individuals and families in need within Cook County, Illinois. They work in various settings including schools, hospitals, government agencies, and community organizations. Their responsibilities include assessing clients’ needs, connecting them with resources, advocating for their rights, and helping them cope with challenges such as poverty, mental health issues, or family crises. Cook County social workers play a vital role in improving the well-being of residents and strengthening the community.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cook County Social Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cook County Social Worker, you need a degree in social work (often an MSW), state licensure, and a solid understanding of community resources and case management. Familiarity with case management software, documentation systems, and crisis intervention tools is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural competence, and resilience are essential for building trust and supporting diverse clients. These skills and qualifications ensure effective service delivery, advocacy, and support for vulnerable populations in high-demand public service environments.

What are some common challenges faced by social workers in Cook County, and how do teams typically support each other?

Social workers in Cook County often encounter challenges such as high caseloads, navigating complex social systems, and supporting clients with diverse needs in urban environments. To address these issues, teams frequently hold regular case conferences and supervision meetings, allowing for collaborative problem-solving and peer support. Many organizations also offer access to professional development and mental health resources to help social workers manage stress and maintain high-quality care.
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Cook County Social Work jobs near you
Infographic showing various Cook County Social Work job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $33,984 per year, or $16.3 per hour.

County Agency Social Worker - Red Lake County

Minnesota Merit System

Redlake, MN • On-site

$31.08 - $43.01/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Salary: $31.08 - $43.01 Hourly
Location : Red Lake County, Red Lake Falls, MN
Job Type: Full Time Permanent
Job Number: 011-63
County: Red Lake County Social Service Center
Opening Date: 07/22/2026
Closing Date: 8/10/2026 4:30 PM Central
Classification Summary
County Social Services, located in Red Lake Falls, MN has a full-time (35 hours a week) Social Worker - CMH-AMH-CP position available.
Discover your passion and shape your career with us at Red Lake County Social Services.
The position offers a chance to make a difference in the lives of adults, children and families in the community by providing assessments, case planning, arranging for services and resources, and providing monitoring and coordination for clients to help eliminate and/or prevent risk of harm.
This position is responsible for Adult Mental Health case management, Children's Mental Health case management and is a backup for Child Protective/Child Welfare Services case management. This position serves children/adults diagnosed with SPMI.
Wage will depend on qualifications and experience. The wage range is $31.08 per hour to $43.01 per hour. Wage increases can occur up to 2 times per year, position works 35 hours per week, and a full benefit package is available. Red Lake County Social Services encourages a healthy work-life balance through flexible hybrid work schedules. Candidates can choose to have a flex schedule and/or telecommute up to 2 days.
SEE EXAMINATION PROCESS SECTION BELOW FOR INFORMATION ON HOW TO APPLY (NOTE THAT THERE IS A TWO STEP PROCESS--TWO APPLICATIONS ARE REQUIRED)
Examples of Duties
Minnesota Merit System Examples of Duties
• Interviews clients at intake.
• Carries a caseload where a need for continuing social casework predominates.
• Provides counseling to families and individuals.
• Conducts complex case evaluation for the purpose of assessing problems and determining appropriate types and methods of treatment.
• Prepares intensive long or short-term treatment plans, which require a fund of casework knowledge.
• Identifies client situations, which require intensified service and brings to the attention of supervisor for help or referral.
• Provides adult and child protective services.
• Provides vocation/employment services.
• Provides adult and children's mental health services and services to persons with disabilities.
• Provides or assists in providing services to other cases involving difficult or complex social and financial problems.
• Interprets programs to clients, refers clients to appropriate community services.
• Interprets social and emotional factors to others involved in treatment of clients.
• Prepares social histories with emphasis on psychosocial factors, adoption, or foster home placements.
• Supervises foster home placements.
• Interviews and screens prospective adoptive parents.
• Provides preventive services.
• Interprets policies and regulations to clients.
• Provides casework services for rehabilitation and care of children.
• Prepares and maintains case records which meet federal, state and local guidelines.
• Dictates findings and correspondence.
• Prepares regular and special reports.
• May provide work direction to social work paraprofessionals.
• Participates in in-service training and other staff development activities to increase knowledge of social work processes and skill in application to individual cases.
Minimum Qualifications
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in social work, psychology, sociology or closely related field.
or
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in any field and one (1) year of experience as a social worker in a public or private social services agency.
You may apply before graduating, but no more than 60 days prior to receiving your Bachelor's Degree.
Examination Process
The examination will consist of a rating of training and experience based on the information you provide in your application and your responses to the supplemental questions included in the application process. You must read the questions carefully, answer truthfully, and include any experience claimed in your answers to the supplemental questions in the Work Experience section of your application. Any experience claimed in your answers to the supplemental questions but not included in the Work Experience section of you application will not be credited. You will be asked to verify your degree with official transcripts upon hire.
Once your application has been submitted changes cannot be made. If you have a change in location availability or your contact information changes please email with the new information and include your applicant ID.
Please note there are two (2) steps to this application process:
1. Submit a Merit System application at this link here: - County Agency Social Worker - Bachelor's
And
2. Complete a Red Lake County Application by 4:30 pm, Monday, August 10, 2026.
An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer
The following benefits may be available and vary by County, please check with the County directly to see what types of benefits they offer:
  • Pension/Retirement Benefits
  • Insurance Benefits, including health and dental
  • Pre-Tax flexible spending accounts
  • Health savings account
  • Employer paid life insurance
  • PTO - Vacation/Sick Leave
  • Paid holidays
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Monday - Friday work week, weekends off
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

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