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Georgia Department of Public Health

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Macon, GA)

Georgia Department of Public Health, Bridgeport, Connecticut, us, 06610

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Macon, GA) 11 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Description Pay Grade: K. Video available.

Who we are

We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to 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 dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits.

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

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

Responsibilities

Under broad supervision, conducts mental health and substance use assessments of people living with HIV, with an emphasis on prevention and/or behavior modification.

Develops treatment plans for various mental health conditions. Conducts therapy on an individual basis as well as in group settings to promote optimum mental health.

Supports individuals with the management of addiction and substance use; family, parenting, marital challenges; suicide risk; stress management; difficulties with self-esteem; and concerns associated with aging, health, and chronic disease management. Works with patients in an infectious disease clinical setting and serves as a member of the interdisciplinary medical team.

Conducts mental health assessments, develops treatment plans, and conducts therapy for Ryan White clients.

Acts as client advocate 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.

Monitors, evaluates, and records client progress according to measurable goals described in treatment and care plan.

Organizes support groups or counsels family members to assist 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 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.

Provides consultation and expertise in interdisciplinary meetings to establish holistic care plans for high acuity clients.

Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in social work and counseling from an accredited college or university and licensure in the area of assignment and two (2) years of experience at the lower level Social Worker, Licensed 2 (HCP051) or position equivalent; or Master's degree in social work and counseling from an accredited college or university and licensure in the area of assignment and two (2) years of related post-license experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Experience working with individuals living with HIV/AIDS

Experience with individuals who identify as gender non-conforming

Additional Information The 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 credentials recognized by CHEA and/or the US Department of Education and will verify degrees, licensure, etc. The selected candidate may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check. If accommodations under the ADA are required, email request by the closing date to DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov. DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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

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