Licensed Social Worker

Atlanta, GA, United States

Salary: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 Annually

Location : Macon - District 5-2 Hope Center, GA

Job Type: Full Time Salaried

Job Number: 2024-08520

Division/Section: District 5-2 County Position

Unit: District 5-2 Hope Center

Opening Date: 06/10/2024

Closing Date: 7/7/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Description

Pay Grade: K

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Who we are. We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.

What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can: Make a Professional Impact - Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play

Enjoy Workplace Flexibility - Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents

Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team - Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths

Achieve Career Longevity - Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career

Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture - Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role

Feel Pride in Where you Work - Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

As a Licensed Social Worker within the HOPE Center at the Georgia Department of Public Health, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.

Job Responsibilities

Under broad supervision, performs psychosocial assessments, treatment planning/monitoring and discharge planning. Provides counseling/therapy to clients requiring complex intervention. Performs commitment determinations and/or executes orders of involuntary commitments. May serve as a team leader.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities :

•Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervision

•Serves as job expert or organization resource in assigned areas

•Serves as project or team leader

•Acts as client advocate in order to coordinate required services or to resolve crisis

•Counsels clients in individual and group sessions to help them overcome dependencies, recover from illness, and adjust to life

•Identify environmental impediments to client of patient progress through interviews and review of patient records

•Monitors, evaluates, and records client progress according to measurable goals

described in treatment and care plan

•Organizes support groups or counsel family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting the client

•Performs clinical assessments of the behavioral health needs of consumers presenting for services

•Provides case management services related to identified treatment needs

•Provides training to direct care staff in implementing behavior modification techniques and treatment plans

•Refers client or family to community resources to assist in recovery from mental or physical illness and to provide access to services such as financial assistance, legal aid, housing, job placement or education

•Designs behavioral or therapeutic interventions for intractable or difficult to manage

clients

•Determines the necessity for commitment in accordance with accepted standards of clinical practice

•Conducts psychosocial assessments/evaluations to develop comprehensive case/service plans

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in a related area from an accredited college or university AND licensure in the area of assignment AND Two years of related post?license experience OR Master's degree in a related area from an accredited college or university AND licensure in the area of assignment AND Two years of experience at the lower level Social Worker, Licensed 2 (HCP051) or position equivalent.

Additional Information

Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.

The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: [email protected].

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Standard Benefits for FULL Time Salaried Employees

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.

No benefits are offered for part time employees.

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What is your highest level of education completed? Doctorate's Degree

Master's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Associate's Degree

High School Diploma

GED

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How many years of experience do you have working in a social service related setting? None

less than 1 year

1 year

2 years

3 years

More than 3 years

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Are you a licensed social worker, therapist or counselor by the State of GA? Please attached. Yes

No

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