Social Work Jobs in Roanoke, Alabama

Job Title: Case Manager - Case Management - PRN (As Needed) Company: Piedmont Healthcare Location: Newnan, GA Description: Complete Description In Collaboration with the care team and other health care professionals is responsible for implementing an interdisciplinary process for evaluating a patient's progress from admission through return to the community for a specific caseload of patients. This includes anticipating the clinical course of patients, assessing response to treatment, identifying and initiating actions to reduce delays/rework and enhance cost-effective use of resources, identifying and initiating discharge planning to accomplish the timely transition of patients to a post-hospital setting. Responsible for communicating with external agencies to provide information necessary for utilization/case management purposes. Provides services primarily to Adult and Geriatric patients, and occasionally pediatric patients. Make nursing home, personal home care, mental health, rehabilitation, Hospice, DFACS emergency and financial assistance referrals, and home health and DME referrals. State of Georgia Licensed Social Worker or Registered Professional Nurse required. BSN or MSW preferred. Minimum three (3) years experience in an acute care setting (RN); one (1) year hospital discharge planning/ interviewing and counseling in hospital setting (SW). Additional Information Weekend and/or Holiday Rotation may be required.

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: 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 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: Supervisory Social Worker Job in COLUMBUS, GA Company: Federal Government Jobs Location: Columbus, GA Description: Supervisory Social Worker Job in COLUMBUS, GA Vacancy No. 619-10-EXT-0083-DS Department Veterans Health Administration Salary $68,809.00 to $89,450.00 Grade 12 to 12 Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time Open Date 3/4/2010 Close Date 3/31/2010 Job Link Who may apply Public Locations: ( Help make everyone's job search easier! Report incorrect job locations. Include a new Location) COLUMBUS, GA remove 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 s

Job Title: Medical Social Worker, Social Worker Part Time Company: VistaCare Location: Douglasville, GA Description: As a member of the program?s marketing team, explain VistaCare services to patients and families in a manner that results in the admission of appropriate patients. Interact with patients, families, and referral sources as needed. Work closely with patient care team(s); may be included in patient care activities as required from time to time. Oversee pending patients and routinely follow the progress of prospective patients. Interact with interdisciplinary team.df-lj

Job Title: Medical Social Worker - Home Health Company: Amedisys Home Health Services Location: Dallas, GA Description: Medical Social Worker for Full-time or Part-time VisitsAssist and counsels home health patients and families with health related financial, social and emotional concerns according to the physician’s orders. Requirements 1. Meets state and federal requirements for this position. 2. Minimum of one (1) year of experience in social work in a health care setting. 3. Current CPR certification. 4. Most positions require a Masters degree in Social Work and or state professional license. 5. Personal transportation, valid drivers license and automobile insurance coverage.

Job Title: Social Worker Company: Crescent Pines Location: Stockbridge, GA Description:   services for patients.  They provide counseling sessions for families, individuals and groups.  Counselors are responsible for interviewing and developing the psychological history, assessing the therapeutic needs of the individual and family, developing appropriate treatment objectives and monthly treatment summaries.  Counselors act as the patients’ and families’ primary contact during the patient’s stay at the facility, as well as their advocate with the treatment team.  Counselors are also liaisons with outside agencies and individuals for the purpose of developing and coordinating discharge planning with the treatment team and family.

Job Title: Assessment and Referral Counselor Company: Crescent Pines Location: Stockbridge, GA Description: Southern Crescent Behavioral Health System at Crescent Pines Campus and admission process, including efficient and effective handling of inquiry calls, knowledge of and communication with referral sources; providing hospital and program information to individuals, agencies, facilities, and professionals; making outside referrals, when appropriate; assessing and triaging an individual’s mental health status; making patient safety and level of care recommendations to the physician; identifying insurance benefits, pre-certification of patient care; completing all admission requirements; communicating patient safety concerns and pertinent patient information to unit nursing staff and documenting all necessary information in Med Series 4.   Requirements Masters Degree in from an accredited college or university in social work, counseling or other related fields or Nursing Degree required.   Minimum of two (2) years experience in the mental health field preferred.   Excellent communication skills.  Ability to relate to those emotionally disturbed and in crisis. Medium demand, mentally.  Requires extensive time sitting, writing, and talking on telephone.  Ability to assist in crisis intervention, physical intervention with out of control patients. Performs others duties as may be assigned.