Community Engagement Social Worker

Salary : $48,600.00 - $53,170.00 Annually

Location : Lexington County, SC

Job Type : FTE - Full-Time

Job Number : 170147 / 61058235

Agency : SCDPH-PH Region-Midlands

Opening Date : 01 / 10 / 2025

Closing Date : 1 / 31 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Class Code : : GB75

Slot Number : : 0000

Position Number : : 170147 / 61058235

Normal Work Schedule : : Monday - Friday (8 : 30 - 5 : 00)

Pay Band : Band 5

Hiring Range - Min. : $48,600.00

Hiring Range - Max. : $53,170.00

Opening Date : 01 / 10 / 2025

EEO Statement : Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures : : If you meet the requirements of the position and would like to be considered, you must submit a state application online. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. The quality of the application presented (completeness and accuracy as well as grammar and spelling) will be considered prior to the offer of an interview. A criminal records check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. Applications will be accepted until 11 : 59 p.m. on the stated closing date.

Veteran Preference Statement : South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Community Engagement Director, the Social Worker would ensure the coordination of community health assessments and development is introduced and service through the Midlands Public Health Region.

The Social Worker would improve plans, and activities in the various counties within the Midlands Region to :

• Provide leadership in the assessment of state, regional, county health data, community resources for processing to determine at-risk populations and risk factors to be addressed.
• Plan and implement community based chronic disease risk reduction interventions which address the health risk factors of physical inactivity, poor nutrition, tobacco use, obesity, cancer, diabetes, arthritis, and chronic diseases. This support would assist with the health behavior change at the individual, community, institutional, and public policy levels.
• Facilitate the development of community health assessments and community planning to identify strategic issues and priority health problems; implement evidence based policy, systems, and environmental change strategies directed toward community health improvement.
• Provide consultation, and technical assistance to within the health departments of the Region to assist community organizations, health care systems, programs, local coalitions, task forces to address population health, and chronic disease risk reduction for at-risk populations.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders, including other programs, government agencies, non-governmental, and professional groups to build support for chronic disease prevention and control. Use effective community engagement strategies to facilitate, coordinate, and collaborate topics on chronic diseases.
• Provide resources to impact prevention; create partnerships to evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of programmatic community-based interventions through collection analysis of process and outcome variables.
• Maintain and submit required reports to region leadership and program management as required in a timely manner; participate in required state, regional and program meetings and courses; training to improve health education skills, maintain or develop content specific proficiency, and keep abreast changes within program standards, policies, and procedures.

Emergency Preparedness :

Minimum and Additional Requirements

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.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

Agency Additional Requirements :

A Master's degree in social work from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Licensed by the State of South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners as an LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) or a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW).

Preferred Qualifications

Have prior or extensive knowledge of social worker principles, practices, and techniques to develop and assist the needs of individuals and families, family systems theory, family-centered care, group work, community organization, and cultural competence.

The ability to apply knowledge to development and implement assessments and intervention plans; work with an interdisciplinary teams to relate to others in a culturally competent manner.

Have basic computer skills and be able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.

Additional Comments

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. Equal Employment : South Carolina Department of Public Health ( SCPH) is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. DPH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation : Applicants needing an accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for an 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 will be required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, varicella, and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health (SCDPH) offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes :

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note : The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or to be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, varicella, and hepatitis B prior to beginning employment. Are you willing to receive these vaccines or provide documentation of immunity?

In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, DPH employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster. Will you be able to meet this requirement?

Do you possess a Master's degree in Social Work, and are you a licensed Social Worker Licensed by the State of South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners as an LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) or a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW)?

If you answered yes to question #7, please explain your experience.

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Salary : $48,600 - $53,170