State of South Carolina
Tuberculosis Social Worker - 61006629
State of South Carolina, Greenville, South Carolina, us, 29610
Overview
Careers at DPH:
Work that makes a difference! Embracing Service, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork, Pursuing Excellence, and Advancing Equity Responsibilities
Under general supervision of the TB Unit Manager, provides social work services for persons receiving care for TB. Works with the TB Nurse Case Manager to promote completion of recommended treatment, including providing medication delivery for treatment of TB infection and/or disease, and assists patients with initiation of Video Directly Observed Therapy (VDOT). Provides counseling, emotional/mental health support and linkage to care to clients dealing with various health issues, including chronic illness, mental health disorders, and substance use concerns. Provides psychosocial assessment, treatment and follow-up services to a diverse population of clients and their contacts, including substance abuse and mental health needs. Provides short-term therapy to assist individuals/families in adjusting to health-related problems, helps clients develop long-range plans to address health problems, makes appropriate referrals to community resources, and develops discharge plans when social work services end. Goals and treatment plans are set in collaboration with the individual/family. Documentation meets policy standards and patient confidentiality is maintained. Provides patient education, initiates referrals and counsels individuals, caregivers and families in clinic, household and community settings. Assists with contact investigations as needed. Facilitates patient access to community resources and helps discover resources for persons with active and suspected TB or LTBI; participates in the development of social work program policies as indicated. Provides medication delivery for treatment of TB infection and/or disease, assists patients with initiation of VDOT, and notifies the Nurse Case Manager immediately of any missed appointments. Utilizes incentives and enablers to assist with adherence. Provides groceries and transportation with Unit Manager approval. Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities such as record reviews, program evaluations, team meetings, etc. Maintains records and reports in accordance with agency standards including documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and other required systems. Conducts Social Work (SW) peer audits as designated. Assists with agency shelter operations and client emergency response including First Aid, CPR, and AED, and be willing and available to assist during times of public health emergency and outbreak response efforts. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications
State Minimum Requirements:
A bachelor’s degree in social work from a program accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting body for social work programs, or from a social work program whose standards are at least equivalent to the minimum standards required by the nationally recognized accrediting body approved by the Board. Agency Additional Requirements:
Must have a Master of Social Work (MSW) from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and be licensed as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) by the SC Board of Social Work. Must have a valid driver’s license. May be required to use a personal vehicle. Must be able to make home visits. May need to use stairs to enter client homes and/or encounter domestic animals. Significant travel and/or overnight stay within the state may be required. May require flexible work hours. Must be able to pass a fit test and be able to use appropriate respiratory protective equipment. Employee will be in contact with infectious or potentially infectious tuberculosis (TB) cases/suspects. Must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR/First Aid certification within thirty (30) days of hire or provide documentation of satisfactory course completion prior to employment. Must participate in disaster preparedness during hazardous weather or declaration of an emergency; subject to duty and/or call on a 24-hour basis. Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. The agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. I have read and acknowledge the above statement. Basic life support (BLS) / CPR / First Aid certification within thirty (30) days of hire or provide documentation of satisfactory course completion prior to employment Additional Requirements & Compliance
DRIVING RECORD:
If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record. STATE DISASTER PLAN:
In accordance with the State’s Disaster Plan, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work during emergencies or disasters. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn’t impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others. IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS:
All new employees who are healthcare providers with job-specific exposure risk are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, varicella, and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment. EEO:
The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information. The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that include: 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year 15 days Sick Leave per year 13 Paid Holidays Paid Parental Leave Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children. Please note that some benefit details are provided on the agency site. S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation) Retirement benefit choices
State Retirement Plan (SCRS) State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
HYBRID WORK:
The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.
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Careers at DPH:
Work that makes a difference! Embracing Service, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork, Pursuing Excellence, and Advancing Equity Responsibilities
Under general supervision of the TB Unit Manager, provides social work services for persons receiving care for TB. Works with the TB Nurse Case Manager to promote completion of recommended treatment, including providing medication delivery for treatment of TB infection and/or disease, and assists patients with initiation of Video Directly Observed Therapy (VDOT). Provides counseling, emotional/mental health support and linkage to care to clients dealing with various health issues, including chronic illness, mental health disorders, and substance use concerns. Provides psychosocial assessment, treatment and follow-up services to a diverse population of clients and their contacts, including substance abuse and mental health needs. Provides short-term therapy to assist individuals/families in adjusting to health-related problems, helps clients develop long-range plans to address health problems, makes appropriate referrals to community resources, and develops discharge plans when social work services end. Goals and treatment plans are set in collaboration with the individual/family. Documentation meets policy standards and patient confidentiality is maintained. Provides patient education, initiates referrals and counsels individuals, caregivers and families in clinic, household and community settings. Assists with contact investigations as needed. Facilitates patient access to community resources and helps discover resources for persons with active and suspected TB or LTBI; participates in the development of social work program policies as indicated. Provides medication delivery for treatment of TB infection and/or disease, assists patients with initiation of VDOT, and notifies the Nurse Case Manager immediately of any missed appointments. Utilizes incentives and enablers to assist with adherence. Provides groceries and transportation with Unit Manager approval. Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities such as record reviews, program evaluations, team meetings, etc. Maintains records and reports in accordance with agency standards including documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and other required systems. Conducts Social Work (SW) peer audits as designated. Assists with agency shelter operations and client emergency response including First Aid, CPR, and AED, and be willing and available to assist during times of public health emergency and outbreak response efforts. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications
State Minimum Requirements:
A bachelor’s degree in social work from a program accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting body for social work programs, or from a social work program whose standards are at least equivalent to the minimum standards required by the nationally recognized accrediting body approved by the Board. Agency Additional Requirements:
Must have a Master of Social Work (MSW) from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and be licensed as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) by the SC Board of Social Work. Must have a valid driver’s license. May be required to use a personal vehicle. Must be able to make home visits. May need to use stairs to enter client homes and/or encounter domestic animals. Significant travel and/or overnight stay within the state may be required. May require flexible work hours. Must be able to pass a fit test and be able to use appropriate respiratory protective equipment. Employee will be in contact with infectious or potentially infectious tuberculosis (TB) cases/suspects. Must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR/First Aid certification within thirty (30) days of hire or provide documentation of satisfactory course completion prior to employment. Must participate in disaster preparedness during hazardous weather or declaration of an emergency; subject to duty and/or call on a 24-hour basis. Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. The agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. I have read and acknowledge the above statement. Basic life support (BLS) / CPR / First Aid certification within thirty (30) days of hire or provide documentation of satisfactory course completion prior to employment Additional Requirements & Compliance
DRIVING RECORD:
If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record. STATE DISASTER PLAN:
In accordance with the State’s Disaster Plan, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work during emergencies or disasters. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn’t impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others. IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS:
All new employees who are healthcare providers with job-specific exposure risk are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, varicella, and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment. EEO:
The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information. The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that include: 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year 15 days Sick Leave per year 13 Paid Holidays Paid Parental Leave Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children. Please note that some benefit details are provided on the agency site. S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation) Retirement benefit choices
State Retirement Plan (SCRS) State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
HYBRID WORK:
The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.
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