Awards
NCACDSS holds an annual awards banquet honoring the accomplishments and contributions of former and current Directors.
Nominees for Director of the Year must have served as a County Director of Social Services for five years prior. The Lifetime Achievement Award nominees must have been retired or otherwise separated from employment as a County Director of Social Services. Both awards recognize the winner’s contributions to their community and profession.
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The 2021 award winner:
Director of the Year Award
Jan Y. Elliott, Director
Pitt County Department of Social Services (DSS)
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The 2021 award winner:
Lifetime Achieve Award:
G. Earl Marett
Johnston County DSS
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