Social Worker
: Job Details :

Under general supervision, provides professional social counseling, support, and clinical case management to various high-risk populations within Hamilton County in programs related to prevention, rehabilitation, and development of self-sufficiency. An employee in this class provides guidance, advice, and application of theory in treatment to families and patients in home settings, outpatient clinical facilities, and/or local correctional facility settings. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.) Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's, or doctorate degree in social work and one (1) year of full-time work experience in professional social work or a social work-related field. A valid drivers license is required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: A Master's of Social Work Certificate (CMSW) or License of Clinical Social Work (LCSW) from the State of Tennessee is preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Work requires working with high risk, confrontational, mentally, and physically ill, and economically disadvantaged populations with potential exposure to infectious diseases. Work may require making home visits; may involve working after regular business hours in high crime areas; may work at various sites or may be required to make presentations and attend community meetings. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION : This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Any overtime hours offered in this position are not guaranteed, are an estimate, and are subject to change. All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in-person and require regular and punctual attendance. All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on Holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) & Utilization Report is available on the Countys Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page.