SOCIAL COUNSELOR 2* - 05082025- 67828

State of Tennessee; Tennessee; Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading state agency is seeking a Social Counselor 2 to provide professional social counseling and service coordination. This entry-level role involves interviewing clients, conducting assessments, and coordinating services for individuals with disabilities. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving and communication skills, along with a bachelor's degree in a related field. The position offers a hybrid work environment, combining in-office and remote work.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college with a bachelor's degree required.
• One year of professional experience in social work or counseling.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and report abuse, conduct screenings, gather case information.
• Refer and coordinate services, respond to inquiries, testify in legal proceedings.

Skills

Active Learning

Complex Problem Solving

Written Communication

Time Management

Interpersonal Savvy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Computer

Vehicle

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Job Information

State of Tennessee Job Information

• Opening Date/Time: 05/08/2025 12:00AM Central Time
• Closing Date/Time: 05/21/2025 11:59PM Central Time
• Salary (Monthly): $3,595.00 - $4,488.00
• Salary (Annually): $43,140.00 - $53,856.00
• Job Type: Full-Time
• City, State Location: Nashville, TN
• Department: Disability and Aging

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF DISABILITY AND AGING, TENNESSEE EARLY INTERVENTION DIVISION, DAVIDSON COUNTY

Proof of education is required. A Motor Vehicle Records screening will be conducted prior to employment.

This position is designed as Hybrid (In office and Remote).

This position requires a criminal background check. You will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree AND one year of professional experience in health care for children, adolescents, or geriatrics; social work; or social/psychological counseling; or one year of experience in early intervention/service coordination with individuals with disabilities; or one year of teaching early childhood education or assessing individuals with disabilities.

Substitution of Graduate Course Work for Experience: Additional graduate coursework in a related field may substitute for experience, on a year-for-year basis, up to one year.

Necessary Special Qualifications: Applicants may be required to possess a valid driver's license, complete a criminal history disclosure, release criminal records, submit fingerprint samples, and review the Department of Health's vulnerable persons registry.

Overview

Summary: Responsible for professional social counseling work and service coordination of average difficulty under general supervision.

Distinguishing Features: This is an entry-level professional role in social counseling, involving interviewing and providing counseling for clients in various programs. It differs from higher levels that involve supervision.

Responsibilities

• Getting Information: Investigate and report abuse, conduct screenings, gather case information through interviews, and request relevant documentation.
• Monitoring Processes, Materials, Or Surroundings: Identify risk factors, conduct home visits, and review documentation to assess needs and risks.
• Communicating With Persons Outside The Organization: Refer and coordinate services, respond to inquiries, testify in legal proceedings, and give public presentations.
• Evaluating Information To Determine Compliance With Standards: Evaluate case information, ensure confidentiality, and determine referral validity.
• Documenting/Recording Information: Record services, observations, and client progress in files and databases.
• Analyzing Data Or Information: Analyze gathered information to prioritize risks and determine eligibility.
• Coordinating The Work And Activities Of Others: Implement service plans and coordinate service delivery.
• Making Decisions And Solving Problems: Prioritize client needs and develop safety or transition plans.
• Developing Objectives And Strategies: Develop service plans for victims of abuse or children with special needs.
• Scheduling Work And Activities: Schedule activities within agency timelines.
• Developing And Building Teams: Participate in multidisciplinary team solutions.
• Provide Consultation And Advice To Others: Discuss cases with clients and stakeholders to determine resources and actions.
• Controlling Machines And Processes: Use audio-visual equipment for client assessments or services.
• Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, Or Equipment: Drive vehicles for agency business.
• Training And Teaching Others: Educate various agencies and the public about programs.

Competencies (KSA's)

Ethics and Values, Integrity and Trust, Time Management, Problem Solving, Written Communication, Decision Quality, Perspective, Drive for Results, Building Effective Teams, Interpersonal Savvy

Knowledge

Administration and Management, Clerical, Customer and Personal Service, Psychology

Skills

Active Learning, Active Listening, Complex Problem Solving, Coordination, Critical Thinking, Judgment and Decision Making, Learning Strategies, Negotiation, Reading Comprehension, Self Orientation, Self-Monitoring, Social Perceptiveness, Speaking, Time Management, Writing

Abilities

Arm-Hand Steadiness, Auditory Attention, Flexibility, Finger Dexterity, Coordination, Reasoning, Manual Dexterity, Multi-limb Coordination, Oral and Written Comprehension and Expression, Problem Sensitivity, Reaction Time, Attention, Speech Clarity and Recognition, Time Sharing, Speed

Tools & Equipment

Vehicle, Computer, Fax, Copier/Scanner, Phone