Description
Exceptional Benefits Include:
• 13 Paid Holidays
• 3 Weeks Annual Leave
• 3 Weeks Sick Leave
• Flexibility within our core working hours of M- F 8 am – 5 pm
• Hybrid teleworking options for eligible positions
• Employer 401k Match
• Employee Education Reimbursement
• Payroll Deductible Health Benefits
• Pension Plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Worksite Wellness activities
• Employee recognition program
• Diverse workforce
• Opportunities for advancement
Job Responsibilities
Purpose of the Position Under general supervision, provides a broad range of para-professional social services activities in the following pregnancy related programs: Perinatal Case Management (PCM), Babies Born Healthy (BBH), PE Pregnant Woman Medicaid (PEMD). Responsibilities include, but not limited to: screen clients for services, performs general clerical and administrative duties to support programs and office activities. Assist with case management services of prenatal clients. Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned. This position works to promote and protect the health and safety of the residents of Cobb and Douglas Counties.
Essential Functions (include, but are not limited to):
- In the event of an emergency all Cobb & Douglas Public Health staff will be expected to perform duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Will interview clients and screen them for applicable PCM services. Refer clients to WIC and Cobb Safe Kids car seat program.
- Will copy and scan clients’ identifying documents, i.e., photo ID, passport, residency card, etc., into VHN and document all patient screenings in the VHN progress notes.
Minimum Qualifications
External candidates: Will be hired as an SST 1 OR SST 2; based on education and/or experience
Internal candidates: Are eligible for a lateral transfer as a SST 2 or SST 3; must be currently working in the same job code.
SST 1 Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma/GED and one (1) year of job-related experience in a social services-related position.. $31,071.50 Annually/Pay Grade D
SST 2 Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of job-related experience in a social services-related position; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Social Svcs Tech 1 (SST010) or equivalent position.$33,501.61 Annually/Pay Grade E
SST 3 Minimum Qualifications - Internal Only: High school diploma/GED and three (3) years of job-related experience in a social services related position; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Social Svcs Tech 2 (SST011) or equivalent position. $36,174.73 Annually/Pay Grade F
***Current state employees’ salary will be subject to State Personnel Board rule provisions. If you have questions regarding salary, please do not hesitate to contact WA***
Preferred Job-Related Skills:
- Preferred Bachelor’s degree in social services field.
- Bilingual preferred.
- Experience and understanding of the Medicaid application process
- Experience in case managing pregnant women.
- Effective oral and written communication skills; maintains discretion and confidentiality, excellent interpersonal skills.
- Mid to advance level MS Office Word, Excel, and Outlook. Apply analytical skill and basic math knowledge to determine Medicaid and BBH eligibility.
Work Conditions & Physical Demands:
General office environment requires prolonged sitting, viewing computer monitor and manual data entry up to 7 hours a day. Light lifting approximately up to 10-15 pounds. Some travel required for trainings, meetings and conferences. Must have auto insurance for required travel.
*THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SATISFACTORY APPLICANT POOL HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED
Cobb and Douglas Public Health a nationally accredited health department, headquartered in Marietta, Georgia since 1920 promotes and protects the health and safety of the residents of Cobb and Douglas counties in partnership with several other agencies. CDPH is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate based on age, genetics, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, color, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, race or religion.
TO APPLY: In order to successfully apply for a position; the hiring agency requires interested applicants to complete the Cobb & Douglas Public Health’s Online Employment Application. This job application can be found at: www.cdph-ess.com. Click on "Employment Opportunities" and locate this position, click “Apply” and begin your application process.
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