Social Worker II

pay grade: grade 17 salary: $20.30 - $25.24 hourly time type: full time health department: jessamine county health department summary: provides professional social work services through the assessment of client needs and the provision of social services on complex cases; and act as a resource person/trainer for other staff, volunteers and may serve as a lead person for other social work staff and related staff.

characteristics of the class characteristics of a class: are general statements indicating the level of responsibility and discretion of positions in that job classification. Provides professional social work services under the general direction of the hands (health access nurturing development services) program manager.

this role will conduct outreach to new community partners and maintain relationships with those that are established; represent the department at outreach events, meetings, and conferences as needed; provide family engagement and resource visits with families (prenatal and soon after birth) in home or in clinic to determine if hands is a benefit to families and provide other community resources as needed;

and complete documentation accurately and within hands allotted time frames.

this position will also maintain a part-time caseload providing ongoing home visits; contacting families within two day of receiving the assignment; conduct visits in accordance with the guidelines of the program; submitting documentation within two days; develop, implement, and track goals with families; make appropriate referrals as needed; complete required forms and documentation; plan and assist with group activities and events;

complete required trainings; and participate in team and agency meetings.

this position will require up to two evenings a week for visits and occasional weekends for outreach events.

education: bachelor’s degree with a major in social work.

experience: one (1) year experience in professional social work that includes patient assessment and case management.

substitution clause special requirements: (age, licensure, regulation, etc.) must be a licensed social worker in kentucky.

employees in this class will be required to obtain credentials outlined below within a reasonable time, or if employees possess such credentials at the time of hire they will be required to maintain those credentials so long as they are employed in this capacity. (none)

incumbents in this classification will typically perform their primary job duties under these conditions. These conditions may change on occasion in performing the duties of an individual position. Work typically is spent in a home, clinic or community setting.

applicants and employees in this classification may be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check according to the agency’s policies.

date class established: 03-20-1995 date of last revision: 10-03-2022

the local health departments do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are provided upon request.

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the kentucky department for public health (dph) is responsible for developing and operating state public health programs and activities for the citizens of kentucky. The mission of dph is to improve the health and safety of people in kentucky through prevention, promotion and protection. The department oversees programs designed to improve the lives of citizens and…