Regional Child Welfare Well-Being Specialist

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Key Responsibilities

- Lead regional implementation efforts by assisting county DSS offices in developing prevention service networks and effective referral pathways.- Coordinate engagement with courts, private agencies,

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Dept of Health and Human Services

Social Services

Human Services Program Consultant II (NS)

65032622

NC15

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

The Regional Child Welfare Well-Being Specialist supports statewide implementation of the Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) by working directly with county child welfare agencies to build and sustain a comprehensive prevention system. It provides regional leadership in developing service networks, coordinating referral processes, and ensuring that implementation activities remain timely, fiscally sound, and aligned with the Department’s strategic direction for child welfare.

It delivers technical assistance, training, coaching, and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) support to county child welfare programs, while collaborating with prevention specialists, trainers, and subject matter experts to review and refine policies and practices that improve outcomes for children and families. The position also engages internal and external stakeholders to ensure meaningful participation in the design and implementation of the prevention system. When the State assumes administration of a county child welfare program under GS 108A 74, the specialist may temporarily function in a supervisory or administrative capacity to maintain program continuity.

The Regional Child Welfare Well-Being Specialist serves a multi‑county region and supports improved outcomes for children and families in compliance with federal regulations, North Carolina General Statutes, and Administrative Rules and policies.

Key Duties Include:
- Lead regional implementation efforts by assisting county DSS offices in developing prevention service networks and effective referral pathways.

- Coordinate engagement with courts, private agencies, and other external partners to ensure active involvement in prevention system planning and implementation.

- Deliver technical assistance through consultation, coaching, on‑site and off‑site support, and structured guidance to strengthen county prevention practices.

- Conduct CQI activities by reviewing case records, examining data and performance metrics, and supporting county efforts to improve outcomes for children and families.

- Facilitate regional training to enhance county understanding of prevention requirements, implementation standards, and best practices.

- Collaborate with prevention specialists, trainers, and subject‑matter experts to review, formulate, or revise policies and practices that improve system effectiveness.

- Participate in work groups with Division and Department staff and stakeholders to support policy development and system refinement.

- Provide technical and operational support to ensure county program alignment with federal regulations, North Carolina General Statutes, and administrative policies.

- Serve temporarily as a supervisor or administrator in a county child welfare program when the State assumes responsibility under GS 108A‑74.

- Conduct on‑site and virtual consultations to assess county needs, evaluate implementation progress, and promote consistent, high‑quality prevention practice across the region.

Requirements

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Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Master's degree in a disciple specific to the program from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of experience in the area of assignment, including two years in a supervisory or consultative capacity

Bachelor's degree in a discipline specific to the program from an appropriately accredited institution and six years of experience in the area of assignment, including two years in a supervisory or consultative capacity

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Tresha Walker

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Wake County, United States

On-site at the office

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Pay per year: $55,221–$96,639 a year; 12% above the $67,500 median for Other jobs on Jobera (115,751 salaries).
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