Social Worker, Licensed

Georgia Department of Revenue•Decatur, IL

57d•$59,914 - $70,481•Onsite

About The Position

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Social Service Provider, MSW, LMSW OR LCSW required at Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta, located in Decatur, GA. This role involves providing psycho-social support to individuals, families, and vulnerable populations coping with illnesses and disabilities. The position requires patient education, counseling, caregiver advice, and referrals to social services.

Requirements

Master's degree in a related area from an accredited college or university
Licensure in the area of assignment
Two years of related post-license experience OR Two years of experience at the lower level Social Worker, Licensed 2 (HCP051) or position equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Social Work
Licensed as a LMSW or LCSW in the State of GA
Minimum of one year experience working in either an in-patient or out-patient mental health agency
Minimum of one year experience with providing group counseling in a mental health setting
Some knowledge of MH Recovery concept

Responsibilities

Acts as client advocate in order to coordinate required services or to resolve crisis
Counsel 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.