Case Manager

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Department: District 10 County Position

Job classification: Social Worker, Licensed 1

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Health, Social Services, Miscellaneous, Community and Social Services

Pay Grade: I

Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.

What We Offer. As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

The Specialty Care Clinic is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Case Manager to join our interdisciplinary team serving individuals living with HIV.

This position plays an important role in helping clients overcome barriers to care and achieve positive health outcomes. The Case Manager will provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed services, including psychosocial assessments, individualized service planning, crisis intervention, advocacy, and connections to community resources.

Working alongside medical and other supportive services staff, the Case Manager will help coordinate whole-person care with the goal of supporting clients in achieving and maintaining viral suppression and improving their overall quality of life.

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and identify client needs, strengths, and barriers to care.
• Verify and maintain client eligibility for Ryan White services.
• Develop and update individualized service plans using a strengths-based approach and in accordance with Ryan White Case Management Standard Operating Procedures.
• Advocate for clients and assist in addressing barriers that may interfere with access to healthcare and supportive services.
• Connect clients with appropriate community resources and support services.
• Collaborate with medical and interdisciplinary team members to develop interventions that support treatment adherence and improved health outcomes.
• Provide crisis intervention and coordinate referrals for appropriate follow-up care.
• Assist clients with applications for medication assistance programs.
• Maintain knowledge of current evidence-based practices and incorporate appropriate interventions into client care.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and thorough documentation of assessments, interventions, communications, and services provided.
• Adhere to the NASW Code of Ethics, clinic protocols, and applicable program requirements.

Master's degree in social work and counseling from an accredited college or university and eligibility to be licensed.

Make an Impact Beyond the Appointment

At the Specialty Care Clinic, social work is an essential part of the care team. You’ll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with clients, help remove barriers that affect their health, and work alongside a multidisciplinary team committed to providing compassionate, respectful, and comprehensive HIV care.

The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.

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