Social Worker Licensed 3 (Therapeutic Support Specialist) 00161980

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.  

What we offer.  Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.  

Start your career in public service. Therapeutic Support Specialists are licensed professionals with the ability to engage the field in intensive practice guidance and consultation on cases that require a meticulous level of insight to navigate the complexities within our state systems, policies, and regulations. They are responsible for immediate and on-going assessment of medical necessity, treatment, and discharge planning of inpatient admissions to psychiatric residential treatment facilities, crisis stabilization units, and other acute inpatient behavioral or physical health facilities.  The field may consult with a specialist for a variety of reasons including but not limited to inquiries into mental health resources, placement stabilization, crisis intervention and treatment, systems navigation, placement prevention, and treatment planning. Specialists make frequent virtual/face to face visits to their assigned counties to attend staffing’s, LIPT meetings, interagency and external partner agency meetings. Additionally, Specialists will offer a variety of trainings, and other educational opportunities on issues affecting youth in care.

JOIN OUR TEAM!!!

• Serves as the Therapeutic Support Specialist/Care Coordinator to an assigned DFCS Region and/or treatment facility.
• Reviews RBWO program designations and other high-end specialty designations.
• Coordination and consultation during case staffing’s and case planning with high end placements and treatment resources to facilitate care and services.
• Consult with field personnel in alternative placement options and provide recommendations in identifying the least restrictive but most appropriate placement for youth with high-end/complex needs.
• Provides consultation and oversight for youth with high end mental/behavioral health issues, developmental/intellectual disabilities, and complex medical issues
• Reviews and evaluates clinical files to provide consultation and guidance around treatment recommendations.
• Provides and/or coordinates training for direct care services staff and provider network.
• Coordinates with community partners, affiliated public/private agencies, and insurance providers to coordinate treatment and residential needs of youth.
• Provides consultation on emerging/dependent Adults 18-21 with moderate to severe cognitive and developmental disabilities and no imminent transition plan.
• Coordinates and conducts treatment team meetings with county staff to formulate plans for safe transition/discharge planning.
• Participate on an afterhours on-call rotating schedule.

• Master's degree in a related area from an accredited college or university AND licensure in the area of assignment AND Two (2) years of related post-license experience.

• Master's degree in a related area 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.

• Professional clinical licensure in social work (LCSW, LMSW) or counseling (LPC, LAPC) from the Georgia Composite Board.
• A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours.

For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services

                   https://dhs.georgia.gov/  

Employment Information
 
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.
 
DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
 
If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to:  @HRHelpline
 
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.
 
DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
 
As an employee of DHS, 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.
 
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 official for next steps in the selection process.  Only applicants who are selected and interviewed will receive notification.
 
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Salary : $44,999 - $59,143