Social Worker (Licensed 2)- New Hope-Allen Unit ((Milledgeville

Any given position will close when we determine an adequate candidate pool has been received.

Due to the high volume of resumes/applications received, we are unable to provide the status on each applicant by phone or email. However, please be assured that your resume/application will be evaluated, and we will contact you if you are selected for an interview or we need further clarification/information.

Job Description: 

Under general supervision, provides persons, families or vulnerable populations with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute or terminal illnesses and physical or developmental disabilities.

Provides patient education and counseling, advises caregivers and makes necessary referrals for other social services. 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

Benefits: 

Vacation: 15 days each year up to 5 years of service; 18 days each year from 5-10 years of service; 21 days each year for 10 years of service

Sick Leave: accrual at a rate of 10 hours per month (15 days each year)

Holidays:  the state of Georgia recognizes 12 paid holidays

Retirement: 401(k) plan with a matching employer contribution and a Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Available Insurance: Health; Dental; Vision; Legal; Disability; Life & dependent life insurance

Tax Deferred Spending Accounts: Healthcare; Childcare

We are a Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer.   

*Additional Information - Selected applicant must meet the following standards:

       1.     Must pass a pre-employment background check (which includes criminal records check, driver's history, and verification of work history) and a post-hire                         federal background investigation.

2.     Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and will be placed in the pool for the State Random Drug Testing Program.

3.     Eligible to work in the U.S.

4.     Able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

 ^{**High School and College Degrees Must Be From an Accredited Institution**}