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Beaufort County Department of Social Services
Income Maintenance Caseworker II-Two Positions
SALARY JOB See position description
LOCATION 632 W. 5th. St. Washington, NC 27889
TYPE Full Time
JOB NUMBER 113-02-307
DEPARTMENT Income Maintenance
CLOSING DATE 11/24/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Please note: All education information, including high school, and all employment history should be included in the body of the application for the application to be considered complete.
Hiring Rate - $43,225 for fully qualified applicant
After successful completion of one-year probationary period - $45,387
Hiring rate for IMC I (less than one year experience/ work against status) - $39,582
PAID OVERTIME/ 401K Matching / NC State Health Plan
Description of Duties
The primary purpose of this position is to take and process all types of assistance applications, re-determine eligibility and process and react to any changes in the client’s situation.
The Income Maintenance Team is comprised of three different units. Income Maintenance Team I, responsible for Family and Children’s
Medicaid, Child Care, Work First Family Assistance, Emergency Assistance and Medicaid Transportation. Income Maintenance Team II, responsible for Adult Medicaid, Special Assistance and Long-Term Care. Income Maintenance Team III, responsible for Food and Nutrition
Services, Crisis Intervention and Low-Income Energy Assistance Program. Although the worker will be assigned to a specific team, at any given moment the worker may be asked to work in a unit they are not currently assigned to.
This position interviews, verifies information, opens and determines or re-determines eligibility for all programs that are either new applications or that are applications where there has been a lapse in the certification period. This position also interviews, verifies information, reopens and determines eligibility for all cases that reapply when there has been no lapse in the certification period. This position documents, verifies and updates all changes in the client’s situation. This position has the responsibility of satisfying all federal and state mandated verifications as well as any questionable data.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Considerable knowledge of all agency programs, and community programs and services which could affect the client/applicant. Good mathematical reasoning and computational skills. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret a variety of regulations, policies, and procedures of varying complexity. Ability to communicate with clients/applicants and the public at large to obtain data, and to explain and interpret regulations, policies, and procedures. Ability to perform caseworker functions within structured time frames. Ability to be flexible in work schedules and work environment. Must possess good computer skills and have the ability to learn and adapt to new computer programs in an efficient manner.
Minimum Training and Experience
One year of experience as an Income Maintenance Caseworker (fully qualified), or graduation from high school and three years of clerical or paraprofessional experience involving interviewing; public contact or community work; or graduation from high school and two years of clerical or paraprofessional experience within a social services eligibility program; graduation with a four year degree in a related curriculum, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may qualify in a work against status. Computer skills are needed. Fluency in Spanish will be considered a plus. Valid driver's license required. Career Readiness
Certificate preferred.
Supplemental Information
The Beaufort County Department of Social Services (BCDSS) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or political influence.
Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted and will render your application incomplete.
Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, work experience, and certificates & licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. In order to receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the
"Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application.
To obtain veterans preference, you must scan and upload a copy of your DD-214 or discharge orders.
Technical issues submitting your application, please call the NeoGov HelpLine at 855-524-5627 .
Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax. Please call the BCDSS office for assistance.
If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click on "Application Status". Upon the closing date, applications are
"Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take an average of 6 – 8 weeks.
Online Application: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/BeaufortCounty/beaufortcountydss
You can find assistance with creating your account and steps for completing the application process at this site: www.governmentjobs.com/
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Pre-employment Drug Screening and Criminal Background check will be required as a condition of employment. Valid North Carolina
Driver's License Required.
All employees are called upon to serve shelter duty in times of emergency and/or natural disaster.
Agency Address
Beaufort County Department of Social Services 632 West 5th Street
P.O. Box 1358
Washington, North Carolina, 27889
Website http://co.beaufort.nc.us/departments/human-services/social-services
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $43,225.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in student caseworker jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related human services field
- Experience providing direct services or case management to student or youth populations
- Familiarity with FERPA regulations and confidentiality requirements in an educational setting
- Proficiency with student information systems such as Banner, PeopleSoft, or Ellucian
- Knowledge of community resources, referral processes, and wraparound service coordination
- Strong documentation skills and ability to maintain accurate case notes and service records
Tips for Your Student Caseworker Job Search
Tailor your resume to caseload language
Student caseworker postings often screen for terms like 'caseload management,' 'wraparound services,' and 'student success.' Review each posting carefully and mirror its exact phrasing in your bullet points, especially when describing client volume or program outcomes.
Highlight mandatory reporting experience separately
Many employers require familiarity with Clery Act reporting, Title IX procedures, or FERPA compliance. If you have that background, give it its own line on your resume rather than burying it inside a job description. Hiring managers scan for it quickly.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists student caseworker openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter for the right institutional type
A student caseworker role at a community college serves a very different population than one at a research university or a Title I high school. When searching, narrow by institution type so your application materials speak directly to that student demographic and service model.
Prepare a scenario answer for crisis response
Interviewers for student caseworker roles almost always ask a behavioral question about handling a student in acute distress. Prepare a specific example that walks through your assessment, the resources you connected, and the follow-up steps you took.
Negotiate start date around enrollment cycles
Student services hiring is often tied to semester starts. If an offer comes late in a cycle, asking to push your start date to align with the next enrollment period is a reasonable and common request that most institutions accommodate without issue.
Student Caseworker Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most student caseworkers?
The most active employers for student caseworkers right now are Caldwell County, NC, Nash County, NC, and Jackson County, NC, and the most openings are in North Carolina, Ohio, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be strongest at institutions with large first-generation or Pell-eligible student populations.
How many student caseworker jobs are remote?
About 30% of student caseworker openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by function. Administrative case coordination, benefits navigation, and virtual advising roles are the most likely to offer remote flexibility, while crisis intervention and on-campus housing support roles are almost always in person.
How do you become a student caseworker?
Most student caseworker roles require a bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, education, or a related field. From there, gaining direct experience through practicum placements, residence life positions, or volunteer work with student populations makes you competitive. Some senior roles expect a master's degree or licensure, so checking individual posting requirements before applying is essential.
Can you get a student caseworker job with little or no experience?
Yes, entry-level student caseworker roles exist specifically for candidates with limited professional history. Employers often count relevant internships, AmeriCorps service, peer mentoring programs, or residence advisor roles as qualifying experience. Framing your application around transferable skills like active listening, documentation, and crisis de-escalation helps bridge gaps when paid experience is thin.
What does the student caseworker interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone screen conducted by HR, followed by a panel interview with a hiring manager and one or two colleagues from the student services team. Candidates are usually asked behavioral questions about handling difficult student situations, coordinating with campus resources, and managing competing caseload priorities. Some institutions add a short written scenario or a brief presentation as a final step.
Where can I find and apply to student caseworker jobs?
You can find and apply to student caseworker jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your background and preferred setting, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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