Case Manager - Specialty Care Clinic
Pay Grade: I
Job Code: HCP050
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
The Specialty Care Clinic of the Clarke County Health Department is seeking a Social Worker to provide culturally appropriate psychosocial assessments to individuals living with HIV/AIDS. The individual must be familiar with providing trauma-informed care and navigating the health care system. Responsibilities include ensuring clients are eligible for Ryan White services, creating individual service plans using a strengths-based approach, crisis intervention, connecting clients with appropriate community resources, and assisting with medication assistance programs. The individual will facilitate whole-person care by working with an interdisciplinary team to create meaningful interventions with the goal of the client becoming undetectable.
As a Case Manager within the Specialty Care Clinic 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.Requirements
- Ensure each client is eligible for Ryan White Services.
- Conduct psychosocial assessments.
- Provide referrals to appropriate community services.
- Advocate for clients and assist with removing barriers to care.
- Prepare and update service plans as outlined in the Ryan White Case Management Standard Operating Procedures.
- Collaborate with medical staff to develop effective treatment plans to enhance health outcomes.
- Maintain knowledge of current best practices and implement interventions based on empirical evidence.
- Adhere to the NASW Code of Ethics and clinic protocols.
- Provide timely and thorough documentation of interventions, phone calls, and services provided.
- Provide crisis intervention services and referral to appropriate care.
- Assist clients with applying for medication assistance programs.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND eligibility to be licensed
Annual salary $50,000 plus generous benefits include 13 paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance, and retirement plans.
No phone calls, applications accepted ONLINE ONLY through the link provided above.
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: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.
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.
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