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WCPSS

Social Worker

Cary, NC · Hybrid

Overview POSITION TITLE (Oracle title) SOCIAL WORKER WORKING TITLE Social Worker SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT ... come into direct contact with school system staff, staff members of. Work is considered light ...

WCPSS

Social Worker

Cary, NC · Hybrid

Overview POSITION TITLE (Oracle title) SOCIAL WORKER WORKING TITLE Social Worker SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT ... come into direct contact with school system staff, staff members of. Work is considered light ...

WCPSS

Social Worker

Cary, NC · Hybrid

Overview POSITION TITLE (Oracle title) SOCIAL WORKER WORKING TITLE Social Worker SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT ... come into direct contact with school system staff, staff members of. Work is considered light ...

WCPSS

Social Worker (Interim)

Cary, NC · Hybrid

Overview POSITION TITLE (Oracle title) SOCIAL WORKER WORKING TITLE Social Worker SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT ... come into direct contact with school system staff, staff members of. Work is considered light ...

WCPSS

Social Worker (Interim)

Cary, NC · Hybrid

Overview POSITION TITLE (Oracle title) SOCIAL WORKER WORKING TITLE Social Worker SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT ... come into direct contact with school system staff, staff members of. Work is considered light ...

United States Army

Active Social Worker

Clayton, NC

S. Army or Army Reserve, you will provide direct services to help improve the mental well-being of ... work. Through this, you will promote unit readiness and emotional well-being of Soldiers, their ...

United States Army

Active Social Worker

Garner, NC

S. Army or Army Reserve, you will provide direct services to help improve the mental well-being of ... work. Through this, you will promote unit readiness and emotional well-being of Soldiers, their ...

United States Army

Active Social Worker

Wendell, NC

S. Army or Army Reserve, you will provide direct services to help improve the mental well-being of ... work. Through this, you will promote unit readiness and emotional well-being of Soldiers, their ...

United States Army

Active Social Worker

Durham, NC

S. Army or Army Reserve, you will provide direct services to help improve the mental well-being of ... work. Through this, you will promote unit readiness and emotional well-being of Soldiers, their ...

United States Army

Active Social Worker

Kenly, NC

S. Army or Army Reserve, you will provide direct services to help improve the mental well-being of ... work. Through this, you will promote unit readiness and emotional well-being of Soldiers, their ...

United States Army

Active Social Worker

Apex, NC

S. Army or Army Reserve, you will provide direct services to help improve the mental well-being of ... work. Through this, you will promote unit readiness and emotional well-being of Soldiers, their ...

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How much do director social work jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for director social work in Raleigh, NC is $90,431.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,000.00 and $113,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Social Work vs Social Worker?

AspectDirector Social WorkSocial Worker
CredentialsMaster's in Social Work (MSW), licensure, leadership experienceBachelor's or Master's in Social Work (BSW or MSW), licensure
Work EnvironmentAdministrative settings, overseeing teams, policy developmentDirect client interaction, case management, community settings
ResponsibilitiesProgram management, staff supervision, strategic planningClient assessment, counseling, resource referral

The main difference between a Director Social Work and a Social Worker lies in their scope of responsibilities. The Director typically oversees social service programs, manages staff, and develops policies, requiring leadership experience. In contrast, a Social Worker focuses on direct client care, providing counseling and support. Both roles require relevant credentials and licensure, but their work environments and duties differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Director Social Work job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,431 per year, or $43.5 per hour.

Social Worker

Wake County Public School System

Cary, NC • Hybrid

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Wake County Public School System rating

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

514th of 624 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Overview

POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)

SOCIAL WORKER             

 

WORKING TITLE

Social Worker

 

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Counseling and Student Services (CaSS)

LOCATION

Crossroads II, Cary, NC

PAY GRADE

Guidance Counselors/Social Worker Salary Scale

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

Yes

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) Position is eligible for hybrid telework workweek

 

POSITION PURPOSE:

Works to ensure that Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) is implementing a comprehensive program that addresses student attendance, homelessness, barriers to learning, student behavior, and mental health issues. Provides equitable delivery of social work services under the framework of the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

  • Comprehensive knowledge of school social work and comprehensive school social work programs;
  • Comprehensive knowledge of current local, state, national, and global trends in school social work;
  • Considerable knowledge of program evaluation to support continuous improvement;
  • Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google Apps;
  • Skills in creating and managing effective presentations, including the capability to use relevant technology;
  • Effective crisis response skills;
  • Effective strategic planning skills and experience supporting system-level improvement;
  • Effective time management and organizational skills;
  • Strategic problem-solving skills;
  • Ability to facilitate effective meetings;
  • Ability to support a collaborative working environment;
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, community groups, vendors, external agencies, and the public.

 

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor's degree in school social work from a regionally accredited college or university.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

  • Hold or be qualified to hold a North Carolina Professional Educator's License for school social work;
  • Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license according to the State of North Carolina requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Master's degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university in Social Work;
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW);
  • Nationally Certified School Social Work Specialist (C-SSWS) credential;
  • Experience that incorporates comprehensive and integrated school social work services;
  • Experience providing crisis and suicide prevention and intervention;
  • Active in professional school social work associations (NASW and/or NCSSWA).

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ensures a comprehensive and equitable delivery of school social work services in consideration of system priorities and in a manner consistent with guidelines for professional practice and codes of ethics, adhering to relevant laws, policies, and lines of authority.

    • School Social Workers:

    • Conducts assessment of student needs and parental involvement;
    • Promotes regular school attendance;
    • Conducts home visits;
    • Promotes safe, caring, and drug free schools;
    • Empowerment of/advocacy for students;
    • Provides culturally competent services;
    • Provides appropriate services for homeless students;
    • Provides individual counseling;
    • Facilitates group counseling;
    • Promotes positive self-esteem;
    • Teaches anger management and impulse control;
    • Social skills training;
    • Substance abuse prevention;
    • Provide crisis intervention services;
    • Participate in the development of behavioral modification plans;
    • Provide short/long-term case management services to individual students;
    • Provides referrals to community agencies and coordinates services;
    • Coordinates services with other disciplines within the school;
    • Participates in transition planning for students;
    • Coordinates pregnancy prevention programs;
    • Coordinates dropout prevention programs.
  • Participates in the district-level crisis team (including on-call crisis coverage and event response), school social leadership team, and school social work professional learning teams.
  • Collaborates with school personnel, other central services departments, parents, and community agencies to provide information and assistance pertaining to student attendance, student behavior, and mental health.
  • Performs other related duties, as assigned.

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    WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, staff members of. Work is considered light physical work, requiring the exertion of up to ten pounds of force.

    EFFECTIVE DATE:  4/2026

    DISCLAIMER:  The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position.  They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position.  This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.

    Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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    About Wake County Public Schools

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    Wake County Public Schools (WCPSS) is a well-regarded educational institution based in Cary, NC, United States. As the largest school district in North Carolina and the 15th largest in the U.S, it operates within the education industry providing primary and secondary education to students in Wake County. The district oversees a wide array of schools, including traditional calendars, year-round calendars, modified calendars, and magnets. Founded in 1976, the WCPSS has consistently strived to meet the individual needs of all students by providing a safe, supportive, and rigorous learning environment.

    Industry

    Education

    Company size

    201 - 500 Employees

    Headquarters location

    Cary, NC, US

    Year founded

    1976

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