Job Description
The Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County is hiring a Social Worker to work at the Diversion Center, providing rehabilitative programs and community resources to returning citizens housed in the Department of Corrections.
This role is ideal for a dedicated professional committed to reducing recidivism through individualized support and case management. As a Social Worker, you will collaborate with care and treatment staff to develop unique rehabilitative plans for each returning citizen.
You will maintain a current network of resources addressing housing, financial stability, mental wellness, education, substance counseling, and other needs identified through assessments.
Qualification
Candidates must meet the qualifications for a Social Worker position within the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County. The role requires experience in rehabilitative services, case management, and knowledge of community resources.
- Experience working with returning citizens or in corrections settings.
- Knowledge of rehabilitative program planning and implementation.
- Ability to maintain a network of community resources (housing, financial stability, mental wellness, education, substance counseling).
- Strong case management and documentation skills.
- Ability to provide counseling and establish clear goals.
- Skill in tracking outcomes and recidivism rates over time.
- Valid driver's license may be required.
- Must pass a background check.
- Ability to work cooperatively with others and maintain regular attendance.
Role Responsibilities
Develop and implement individualized rehabilitative plans for returning citizens.
- Collaborate with care and treatment staff to reduce recidivism.
- Maintain a current network of community resources for housing, financial stability, mental wellness, education, and substance counseling.
- Conduct assessments to identify varying needs of returning citizens.
- Maintain detailed case files and documentation.
- Provide counseling and establish clear goals for each returning citizen.
- Track success and recidivism rates of released participants for up to three years.
- Perform additional tasks as assigned.
Conditions & Requirements
May be required to work on religious holidays.
- Regular and predictable attendance is required.
- Must work cooperatively with others.
- Month probationary period.
- Safety sensitive: No.
- FLSA status: Exempt.
Benefits
Salary of $51,971 per year.
- Full-time employment.
- Exempt classification.
- Work in a supportive team environment.
Additional Information
This position is part of the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County Personnel System.
- The role is located at 375 Satula Avenue, Athens, GA 30601.
- A 12-month probationary period is required.
- The position is classified as exempt under FLSA.
- May require work on religious holidays.
- Regular and predictable attendance is essential.
- Must be able to work cooperatively with others.
- If vehicle operation is required, a valid driver's license may be necessary.
About Company
The Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County is a consolidated city-county government serving Athens, Georgia. It provides many public services including public safety, public works, parks and recreation, and corrections. The government is committed to enhancing the quality of life for residents through effective and efficient service delivery. This Social Worker position is housed within the Department of Corrections, specifically at the Diversion Center. The role focuses on rehabilitative programs for returning citizens, aligning with the county's goal of reducing recidivism and supporting successful reentry into the community.
FAQs
What are the main duties of the Social Worker at the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County?
The Social Worker develops and implements individualized rehabilitative plans for returning citizens, collaborates with care and treatment staff, maintains a network of community resources, provides counseling, and tracks recidivism rates for up to three years.
Is this Social Worker position eligible for remote work?
No, this is an onsite position located at 375 Satula Avenue in Athens, GA. Regular and predictable attendance is required.
What is the probationary period for this role?
This position requires a 12-month probationary period, during which the employee's performance will be evaluated.
What kind of experience is preferred for this Social Worker job?
Experience working with returning citizens or in corrections settings, knowledge of rehabilitative program planning, case management, and familiarity with community resources are preferred.
How are candidates evaluated for this position?
Candidates are evaluated through application review, supplemental questions, interviews, reference checks, and a background check.