Tuberculosis Social Worker - 61006629

State of South Carolina; Cayce (SC); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

Parental leave

Health, dental, vision insurance

retirement options

Job summary

The State of South Carolina Department of Public Health seeks a Social Worker to provide social services for TB patients under supervision, coordinating with the TB Unit Manager and Nurse Case Manager to promote treatment completion and support video directly observed therapy (VDOT).

You will assess psychosocial needs, link clients to community resources, documentation per policy, and participate in CQI and emergency response activities as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work from an accredited program; licensure as LBSW or LMSW.
• Experience providing social work services in clinical settings preferred.
• Ability to coordinate with TB care teams and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide social work services for persons receiving care for TB.
• Promote completion of treatment; assist with initiation of VDOT.
• Counsel clients; assess psychosocial needs; connect to community resources.
• Document in EHR; develop discharge plans and follow-up.
• Assist with contact investigations and emergency response as needed.

Skills

Counseling

Case management

Communication

Resource linkage

Education

Bachelor's in Social Work

LBSW/LMSW licensure

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Job Responsibilities

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Under general supervision of the TB Unit Manager, provides social work services for persons receiving care for TB. Works with the TB Nurse Case Manager to promote completion of recommended treatment to include providing medication delivery for treatment of TB infection and/or disease, assists patient with initiation of video directly observed therapy (VDOT).

Social Work Services

• Provides counseling, emotional/mental health support and linkage to care to clients dealing with various health issues, including chronic illness, mental health disorders, and substance use concerns. Provide psychosocial assessment, treatment and follow-up services to a diverse population of clients and their contacts to include substance abuse and mental health needs. Provides short-term therapy to assist individuals/families adjust to health-related problems, assists clients in developing long range plans to address health problems, makes appropriate referrals to community resources and develops discharge plans when social work services end. Goals and treatment plans are set in collaboration with the individual/family. Documentation will meet policy standards and patient confidentiality will be maintained. Provide patient education, initiate referrals and counsel individuals, caregivers and families in the clinic, household and community settings. Assists with contact investigations as needed.
• Facilitates patient access to community resources and assists in discovering resources for persons with active and suspected Tuberculosis (TB) or Latent TB Infection (LTBI); participates in the development of social work program policies as indicated.

Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP)

• Provides medication delivery for treatment of TB infection and/or disease, assists patient with initiation of Video Directly Observed Therapy (VDOT), and notifies Nurse Case Manager immediately of any missed appointments.
• Utilizes incentives and enablers to assist with adherence. Provides groceries and transportation with TB Unit Manager approval.

Administrative Duties

• Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities such as record reviews, program evaluations, team meetings, etc.
• Maintains records and reports in accordance with agency standards including documentation in the patient record (Electronic Health Record), required agency reports, weekly reports, etc.
• Conducts Social Work peer audits as designated.

Emergency Response

• Assists with agency shelter operations, and client emergency response including First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and be willing and available to assist during times of public health emergency and outbreak response efforts.

Other Duties As Assigned

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree in social work from a program accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting body for social work programs, or from a social work program whose standards are at least equivalent to the minimum standards required by the nationally recognized accrediting body approved by the Board. Licensure as a Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW) or a Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW) by the South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners (Board).

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the DPH Chief Human Resources Officer, or their delegate.

Preferred Qualifications

Basic life support (BLS) / CPR / First Aid certification within thirty (30) days of hire or provide documentation of satisfactory course completion prior to employment.

EEO

The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

STATE DISASTER PLAN

In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

DRIVING RECORD

If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
• 15 days Sick Leave per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices *
• State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
• State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
• Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

HYBRID WORK

The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.