Social Work Jobs in Opelika, Alabama

Job Title: Visiting Assistant Professor - Counselor Education - Auburn University, College of Education, Auburn, AL United States Company: Auburn University, College of Education, Special Educ,Rehabilitation,Counseling/School Psychology Location: Auburn, AL Description: Visiting Assistant Professor - Counselor Education Auburn University College of Education Special Education, Rehabilitation, Counseling/School Psychology Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities include instructional activities in the Masters level courses in Counselor Education. These courses serve students in Community Counseling, School Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, Counseling Psychology and School Psychology. Additional responsibilities include: advisement of Masters level students in Counselor Education, Practicum and Internship Coordination and Placement, and curriculum activities related to CACREP accreditation and re-accreditation planning and implementation (re-accreditation is currently scheduled for 2010).

Job Title: Social Worker Company: Sun Healthcare Group Location: Columbus, GA Description: Celebrate Caring at Fountain City Care and Rehabilitation Center, an affiliated center of SunBridge Healthcare. and a leader in long term and rehabilitative healthcare We are currently seeking a full time Social Worker at our 178--bed skilled nursing center located in Columbus, GA. As our Social Worker, some responsibilities include discharge planning; planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the social service program to meet the objectives of the center as part of total patient care. Assist in meeting the psychosocial needs of residents and to enable residents to utilize medical care in order to achieve their optimal health.     Job Requirements: Bachelor degree in Social Work or related field required. Must be able to multi-tasks be a quick learner, flexible, work independently and handle difficult situtations. Long term care experience required. Must be able to meet the social, emotional, psychosocial needs of the Residents, be a team player, and part of an ID Team. Have patience and tact, empathy. Knowledge of Federal and State regulations helpful. Founded in 1989, SunBridge and its affiliates provide short-term rehabilitation, long-term residential care and specialized healthcare services in more than 200 centers across the United States. While we are looking for individuals who are dedicated healthcare professionals, we also realize that you need – and deserve – quality benefits for yourself and your family. That’s why SunBridge offers a diverse range so that you can choose the benefits most applicable for you. Select from among the following: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; Life insurance for you and your dependents; Long and short-term disability; 401(k); Paid leave and holidays; Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts; Employee assistance program; Travel assistance; MetLaw Hyatt legal service and MetLife additional voluntary benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug-Free WorkplaceDivision/Department : SunBridge HealthCare % of Travel Required : 20-30% Offer Relocation : No Manager/Supervisor : Jessica Hill, Administrator Manager/Supervisor Telephone : Register to View

Job Title: Supervisory Social Worker Job in COLUMBUS, GA Company: Federal Government Jobs Location: Columbus, GA Description: Job Description (Please follow all instructions carefully) Job Title: Supervisory Social Worker Department: Department Of Veterans Affairs Agency: Veterans Health Administration Job Announcement Number: 619-10-EXT-0083-DS Salary Range: 68,809.00 - 89,450.00 USD /year Series & Grade: GS-0185-12/12 Promotion Potential: NA Open Period: Thursday, March 04, 2010 to Wednesday, March 31, 2010 Position Information: Full-Time  Permanent Duty Locations: 1 vacancy - Columbus, GA Who May Be Considered: Applications will be accepted from United States citizens and nationals. Job Summary: The incumbent will be responsible for many administrative functions including:  staffing and site selection; planning and coordinating a statewide public relations program; budgeting for facility, staff, travel, and equipment; adherence to program goals; reviewing and evaluating program progress; advising the Regional Manager on recommended program and operational changes; and working with local, county, city , state, and Federal professional and non-professional leaders in promoting and strengthening Outreach Program service.  The incumbent identifies major administrative need and communicates these to the Regional manager for action – i.e., recommends program and operational changes; identifies and recommends budget estimates and facility, equipment, and staff requirements; and assists the Regional Manager and/or parent facility administration in concurrence on Team member selection and/or removal..Key Requirements: U.S. Citizenship Federal employees must achieve time in grade to qualify Must pass pre-employment examination. Designated and/or Random Drug Testing required. Background and/or Security Investigation required. Major Duties: The incumbent will be responsible for many administrative functions including:  staffing and site selection; planning and coordinating a statewide public relations program; budgeting for facility, staff, travel, and equipment; adherence to program goals; reviewing and evaluating program progress; advising the Regional Manager on recommended program and operational changes; and working with local, county, city , state, and Federal professional and non-professional leaders in promoting and strengthening Outreach Program service.  The incumbent identifies major administrative need and communicates these to the Regional manager for action – i.e., recommends program and operational changes; identifies and recommends budget estimates and facility, equipment, and staff requirements; and assists the Regional Manager and/or parent facility administration in concurrence on Team member selection and/or removal.  Other local administrative matters may be handled by the incumbent as they occur, but his/her primary function in this area is providing coordination of back-up services with the parent facility.  The Team Leader will also have clinical social work responsibilities which include marriage, family, group or individual counseling.  He/she will supervise other social workers and technicians in the program, including students assigned from schools of social work.  Social work services will be provided on an as-needed basis, either ate the specialist office or other appropriate location.  He/she will also supervise the Outreach Technicians, clerical workers, work-studies, and volunteers who work in the center.Qualifications: BASIC QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:  (VA Qualification Standards for Social Worker Positions).   The basic requirements for employment as a VA social worker are prescribed by statute, Title 38 United States Code (U.S.C.) §7409(b)(9), as amended by section 205 of Public Law 106-419, November 1, 2000.  All applicants for the position of social worker in VHA, to qualify for appointment, must:a. Have a Master's degree in social work from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.b. Be licensed or certified at the Master's level to independently practice social work in a state.c. Be a United States Citizen and proficiency in written and spoken English as required by 38 U.S.C.4104c.GS-12:  In addition to meeting all basic requirements, applicants must have 1 year of professional social work experience equivalent to the next lower grade level.  This experience must have demonstrated broad knowledge of social work and superior skill and judgment in professional practice.  For research, education and program administration positions, the 1-year requirement must have been in social work research, social work education (class or field instruction) or program administration, as appropriate.  Except for social work research positions, the requirement for 1 year of experience in a clinical setting must also be met.QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE:  The required amount of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualifications for a position.  Your record of experience must clearly demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of the position.  The primary consideration is the quality and level of experience.  Part time experience will be prorated in calculating the amount of qualifying experience. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: GS-12: In addition to meeting all basic requirements, 1 year of professional social work experience, equivalent to GS-11 level in the Federal service under qualified social work supervision.  This experience must have been in a clinical setting and must have demonstrated the potential to perform advanced assignments independently.  NON-QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE: Clinical social work experience obtained prior to completion of the requirements for a Master's Degree in Social Worker does not satisfy this requirement. NOTE: A clinical setting is a medical center, clinic (medical or psychiatric), a residential treatment center, or any other type of facility where social work participates in collaborative treatment and is identified with the medical profession.   -OR- In addition to meeting basic requirements, a doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work may be substituted for the required 1 year of professional social work experience in a clinical setting. PHOTO COPIES OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION TO RECEIVE CREDIT FOR EDUCATION.   COPY OF SOCIAL WORKER LICENSE MUST ALSO BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION MATERIAL. PLEASE NOTE:  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.)  Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website:  http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html  All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly.You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.After appointment, you will be subject to random testing for illegal drug use.You will need to successfully complete a background security investigation before you can be appointed into this position.You must meet time-in-grade restrictions by the closing date of this announcement.Applicants for this position must pass a pre-employment medical examination. How You Will Be Evaluated: BASIS OF RATING:   The best qualified applicants will be identified through performance based interviews, work samples/simulations, intensive review of application package or a combination of these methods.Benefits:You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#lifeLong-Term Care Insura

Job Title: Supervisory Social Worker Company: Location: Columbus, GA Description: The incumbent will be responsible for many administrative functions including:  staffing and site selection; planning and coordinating a statewide public relations program; budgeting for facility, staff, travel, and equipment; adherence to program goals; reviewing and evaluating program progress; advising the Regional Manager on recommended program and operational changes; and working with local, county, city , state, and Federal professional and non-professional leaders in promoting and strengthening Outreach Program service.  The incumbent identifies major administrative need and communicates these to the Regional manager for action – i.e., recommends program and operational changes; identifies and recommends budget estimates and facility, equipment, and staff requirements; and assists the Regional Manager and/or parent facility administration in concurrence on Team member selection and/or removal.  Other local administrative matters may be handled by the incumbent as they occur, but his/her primary function in this area is providing coordination of back-up services with the parent facility.  The Team Leader will also have clinical social work responsibilities which include marriage, family, group or individual counseling.  He/she will supervise other social workers and technicians in the program, including students assigned from schools of social work.  Social work services will be provided on an as-needed basis, either ate the specialist office or other appropriate location.  He/she will also supervise the Outreach Technicians, clerical workers, work-studies, and volunteers who work in the center.

Job Title: LCSW Fort Benning Company: Hospital Jobs Online Location: Columbus, GA Description: Company: Sterling Medical Corporation Title: LCSW Fort Benning JobID: Register to View 3962 City: Columbus State: GA Description: JOB DESCRIPTION: Founded in 1963, Sterling Medical is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to government agencies, HMOs, Military Facilities, hospitals, and clinics nationwide and overseas. Current Opportunity is for an LCSW Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Fort Benning Columbus, GA. Some travel may be required. Hours are Monday-Friday 7:30AM-4:30PM. Some travel may be required

Job Title: Licensed Clinical Social Worker Company: Hospital Jobs Online Location: Columbus, GA Description: Company: Sterling Medical Corporation Title: Licensed Clinical Social Worker JobID: Register to View 7238 City: Columbus State: GA Description: Civilian position working at Ft. Benning outpatient clinic Full time, M-F, Days with some required travel Screen, assess and treat soldiers to identify complex behavioral health conditions that may negatively impact a service member's ability to complete their military duties as part of the Pre and Post Deployment process

Job Title: Licensed Clinical Social Worker needed in Georgia Company: Hospital Jobs Online Location: Fort Benning, GA Description: Company: Sterling Medical Corporation Title: Licensed Clinical Social Worker needed in Georgia JobID: Register to View 7684 City: Fort Benning State: GA Description: Civilian opportunity for a LCSW to provide outpatient care to the U.S. Army at Martin Army Community Hospital at Fort Benning in Columbus, GA.

Job Title: Medical Social Worker Company: Alacare Home Health & Hospice Location: Alexander City, AL Description:       Requisition Number   10-0048   Title   Medical Social Worker   Description   Home care allows you to get a full understanding of each patient’s needs! Duties include:• Assessing the social and emotional factors affecting patients and families that impede effective medical treatment, and intervening in crisis situations when necessary• Participating in the development of care plans• Counseling patients and families in long-range planning and decision-making• Assisting patients and families in obtaining needed community resources• Providing social work services to the hospice program• Assisting with staff in-service programs and community education   Requirements   Home care is both challenging and rewarding! This job requires a person who can work independently, while never forgetting that home care is a team effort.Other requirements include:• Bachelor of Social Work from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education• One year of experience in a health care setting, which may include completion of a social work health care internship• One to three years of general clinical experience in hospitals or nursing homes (internship experience considered)• Licensed Bachelor Social Worker (LBSW) • LGSW or LCSW preferred• Willingness to work in home environments of patients who may have values or standards different from your own• Ability to network with community agencies and utilize community resources• Ability to make evaluations and decisions based on measurable or verifiable criteria• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing• Respecting the patient’s privacy and maintaining confidentiality• Current Alabama driver’s license and automobile liability insurance                  Alex CityAL, AL https://www.ultirecruit.com/ala1004/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*DF Register to View &__SVRTRID=9CCD1F13-8546-4DC0-82D9-24F77AA17EE6 http://wrapguy.careercast.com/textjobs/jobs/alacare_alive/jobf878729a28fc3cb6.html

Job Title: U S Probation Officer Job in MONTGOMERY, AL Company: Federal Government Jobs Location: Montgomery, AL Description: Job Description (Please follow all instructions carefully) Job Title: U. S. Probation Officer Department: Judicial Branch Agency: U.S. Courts Sub Agency: U. S. Probation Office Job Announcement Number: 10-ALMP-03 Salary Range: 39,522.00 - 63,290.00 USD /year Series & Grade: CL-1811-25/25 Open Period: Wednesday, March 10, 2010 to Friday, March 26, 2010 Position Information: Full-Time  Permanent Duty Locations: 2 vacancies - Montgomery, AL Who May Be Considered: Applications will be accepted from United States citizens and nationals. Job Summary: The position is located in the Montgomery, Alabama Probation Office of the U. S. District Court for the Middle District of Alabama.  The incumbent supervises offenders, conducts investigations, and provides sentencing and bail recommendations to the court.Major Duties: Investigates, prepares reports, and makes recommendations for sentencing of individuals to the court, which requires interviewing offenders and their families, as well as collecting background data from various sources.  Testifies in court as to the basis for factual findings and guideline applications.  Presents presentence reports and sentencing recommendations to the court.  Responds to judicial officer's request for information and advice.  Analyzes any objection to the presentence report and determines appropriate course of action, including resolving disputed issues and/or presenting unresolved issues to the court for resolution. Supervises offenders to maximize adherence to imposed conditions, reduce risk to the community and to provide correctional treatment.  Maintains a detailed written record of case activity.  Qualifications: You must have one year of specialized experience at a level close to the work of this job that has given you the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform. Typically we would find this experience in work within this field or a field that is closely related. Broad knowledge of criminal justice system.  Ability to evaluate and apply statutes and implement regulations.  Good knowledge of investigative and supervision techniques. Skill in communicating orally, in writing, and working with judges, counsel, and other law enforcement agencies.  Skill in counseling offenders to obtain and maintain compliance with the conditions of their release.Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice or a related field is required.  A master's degree is preferred. You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.How You Will Be Evaluated: You will be evaluated based upon the score you achieve on the written test required for this position. You will be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to site specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome.Benefits:You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#lifeLong-Term Care Insurance is offered and carries into your retirement. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#ltciNew employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#retrYou will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACAYou will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLVYou will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#HOLIAlternative work schedule options are available.You can use Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts for expenses that are tax-deductible, but not reimbursed by any other source, including out-of-pocket expenses and non-covered benefits under their FEHB plans. More Info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FSAHow To Apply: You may submit your resume and cover letter for this job online by selecting the 'Apply Online' button at the bottom of this announcement.  If you do not use the online feature, you should send your resume and cover letter to the following address:  U. S. Probation Office, Frank M. Johnson, Jr., U. S. Courthouse Complex, Attention:  Human Resources Division, One Church Street, Montgomery, Alabama  36104. You must submit your resume and cover letter so that it will be received by the closing date of the announcement which is March 26, 2010, at 5:00 p.m.Contact Information: Sandra Williams Phone: Register to View Fax: Register to View Agency Information:U.S. Probation OfficeOne Church StreetMontgomery, AL 36104 US Fax: Register to View What To Expect Next:Only those applicants considered for an interview will receive further notification in writing. EEO Policy Statement:   http://www.usajobs.gov/eeoReasonable Accommodation Policy Statement:   http://www.usajobs.gov/rapsVeterans Information:   http://www.usajobs.gov/viLegal and Regulatory Guidance:   http://www.usajobs.gov/lrg Control Number: 1840732

Job Title: U S Probation Officer Company: Location: Montgomery, AL Description: Investigates, prepares reports, and makes recommendations for sentencing of individuals to the court, which requires interviewing offenders and their families, as well as collecting background data from various sources.  Testifies in court as to the basis for factual findings and guideline applications.  Presents presentence reports and sentencing recommendations to the court.  Responds to judicial officer's request for information and advice.  Analyzes any objection to the presentence report and determines appropriate course of action, including resolving disputed issues and/or presenting unresolved issues to the court for resolution. Supervises offenders to maximize adherence to imposed conditions, reduce risk to the community and to provide correctional treatment.  Maintains a detailed written record of case activity.