Hourly Social Service Tech 3

We are Accepting Applications for the Following Position:
Hourly Social Service Tech 3(10668)
Founded in the 1920s and headquartered in Decatur, GA, DeKalb Public Health (DKPH) works to protect, promote and improve the health and well-being of all DeKalb County residents.
Our vision is for a healthier DeKalb where all residents have equitable access to public health resources and live healthy lives. If you have a passion for people and are looking to make an impact on the health of the community, we invite you to join our team! For more information about our agency please visit dekalbpublichealth.com.

Under broad supervision, interviews and investigates applicants and recipients to determine eligibility for use of social programs and agency resources. Provides a broad range of social services to patients/clients/consumers and their families for the Ryan White/ HOPWA Program (Housing Opportunities for Persons Living with AIDs). Conducts patient/client/consumer intakes, participates in treatment team planning, and performs crisis intervention. Assists in dealing with personal and social problems. May provide supportive services to clients and families and/or serve as a liaison for social services. May perform case management duties. May serve as lead worker.
TYPICAL TASKS:
•Provides a broad range of paraprofessional social services to clients according to established procedures.
•Serves as liaison between Ryan White and HOPWA (Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS) Program, clinical services, and partners.
•Provides case management based on interviews of patient, client and consumer intakes, their families, significant others and appropriate community agencies.
•Recruits new clients and provides group sessions for the Ryan White/ HOPWA Program.
•Documents client follow-up in client record database.
•Promotes increased community awareness of the Ryan White/ HOPWA Program and other services offered at DeKalb Public Health.
•Performs additional duties as assigned

High school diploma/GED and three (3) years of job-related experience in a social services-related position
OR
One (1) year of experience at the entry level Social Services Tech 2 (SST011) or equivalent position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
•Has a basic knowledge about HIV/AIDS
•Culturally competent and able to work effectively with diverse populations
•Possess exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills with staff, co-workers, and community partners.
•Has effective written & verbal communication Skills
•Proficient in using Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook; Proficiency with Internet
•Proficient in the use of and/or experience with client record database systems
•Ability to operate standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones

NOTE: Thank you for your interest in DKPH. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to provide application status by phone or email. All qualified candidates will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview.
Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. We have the right to close any position at any time for any reason.
Employment with DeKalb Public Health is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening, Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Previous Employment Reference Check, Specific Immunizations, Motor vehicle check, and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY FOR THIS POSITION & COMPLETE APPLICATION IN: ”Career Opportunities” at Job Opportunities | Locations: dekalb county | Sorted by Posting Date descending | JOB OPPORTUNITIES (governmentjobs.com)If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: jannise.gray1@dph.ga.gov.
DEKALB PUBLIC HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.