Social Worker A (Public Defender)

Shelby County Government • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

Works under general supervision to provide assistance to clients and implement established programs. The role serves clients through casework, referrals, agency coordination, home visits, educational programs, and related activities. It requires travel to locations outside the office and attendance at meetings or activities on weekends and/or after regular work hours.

The position is subject to a background check for convictions substantially related to potential job duties. Employees hired after September 1, 1986, must reside in Shelby County and continue to reside there as a condition of employment, subject to the stated exemptions for certain public safety and civil service employees.

Requirements

• At least two years of successful full-time employment in social work, including at least one year in a responsible supervisory and/or administrative capacity, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of social work.
• Ability to deal tactfully with people of all economic and social levels.
• Ability to use good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
• Must possess a valid Tennessee driver’s license or obtain one by the date of employment.
• Must have daily access to a personal operable automobile and meet County automobile insurance requirements upon the date of employment.
• Must provide proof of education, training, and/or experience.
• Employees covered by the County residency requirement must reside in Shelby County and continue to do so as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree from an accredited school of social work approved by the National Council on Social Work Education.

Responsibilities

• Visit clients or agencies to obtain information needed to assist clients.
• Confer with public and private agencies to communicate program and client needs and make necessary arrangements.
• Refer clients to appropriate agencies.
• Complete required casework and reports.
• Assist with or initiate special studies or surveys.
• Conduct educational programs.
• Make home visits to investigate and validate clients’ needs.
• Drive an automobile to various workplaces.
• Perform other related duties as required or directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time