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Social Worker A – TB Outreach (Health Services)

Shelby County Government
place Memphis, 38119
local_atm $3,375.12 a month
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Full Time
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
ECT
Inmates
Racial Justice Allied
School
Home Health/In-home

About Job

Position Summary

This position is funded by a grant for a duration of time as defined by the grantor.

Provides assistance to Tuberculosis (TB) patients to ensure assigned clients have resources and assistance.

Pay Grade: 48

Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education



Minimum Qualifications

1. Two (2) years of experience in professional social work; AND

2. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or the National Council on Social Work Education in social work, AND

3. Licensed as a Social Worker.

4. Experience working with Tuberculosis patients is preferred.

5. PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.



Duties and Responsibilities

1. Visits and networks with clients or agencies.

2. Make home visits to investigate and validate clients’ needs.

3. Confers with public and private agencies to communicate the TB Outreach program.

4. Attend healthcare fairs.

5. Refers patients and their families to appropriate agencies for assistance.

6. Evaluates the current needs of patients.

7. Works closely with the assigned case managers.

8. Solicits hotel accommodations and patient housing for TB patients in isolation.

9. Completes required casework and reports.

10. Assists or initiates special studies or surveys.

11. Performs other related duties as required or directed.




KSAs

1. Excellent written and oral communication skills.

2. Knowledge of the principles and techniques of social work.

3. Ability to maintain professionalism with people of all economic and social levels.

4. Ability to use good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.

5. Proficient in the use of MS Office ® (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) or similar software.


Special Requirements

1. Must possess a valid Tennessee driver's license or secure one as of employment date.

2. Must have daily access to a personal operable automobile and meet county requirements for automobile insurance upon date of employment.

3. Work will require attendance at meetings and activities on weekends and/or after regular work hours.

4. Must be able to travel to locations outside of the office and County as required.

5. Must maintain all required certifications and licenses throughout duration of employment.



Physical Requirements

1. The physical activities of this position may include walking, reaching, kneeling, ascending/descending stairs, stooping, and repetitive motion.

2. Requires lifting and transporting materials and supplies up to 20 lbs.


Disclaimer

This position is subject to a background check for any convictions that have a substantial relationship to potential job duties. Only convictions that are substantially related to potential job duties will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.



Exempt : Yes
Type : Grant-Funded
Department : Health Services

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT

Practice Specifics

Populations

Inmates
Racial Justice Allied
School

Settings

Home Health/In-home