Social Worker A - Fimr (Health Services)

Position Summary

This position is funded by a grant for a duration of time as defined by the grantor.

Conducts interviews for families who have experienced a fetal or infant loss to reduce fetal and infant mortality in Shelby County, TN and connects families with grief and mortality reduction resources.

Pay Grade: 48

Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education

Minimum Qualifications

100% -

1.Two (2) years of experience in professional social work; AND

2.Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or the National Council on Social Work Education in social work.

3.PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED

Duties and Responsibilities

1.Contacts and interviews clients who have experienced the loss of a fetus or infant to obtain information that contributes to the identification of strategies to reduce health disparities in infant mortality.

2.Conducts interviews in an off-worksite location, such as client's home, clinic, etc.

3.Assists clients with referrals for grief counseling and other relevant needs.

4.Maintains the referral database for FIMR.

5.Gathers case information to complete required case report file.

6.Recognizes and reports potential public health hazards observed in clients' homes.

7.Serves on the FIMR Case Review Team which examines each case file for potential preventive measures that might have saved the life of the fetus/infant.

8.Serves on the FIMR Community Action Team which puts recommendations from the FIMR Review Team into action.

9.Responsible for carrying out mandatory assigned tasks related to public health emergency preparedness and response, training, and periodic disaster drills.

10. Performs other related duties as required or directed.

KSA's

KSAs -

1.Excellent skills in written and oral communication.

2.Knowledge of pregnancy and perinatal issues.

3.Ability to maintain professionalism with co-workers and the public.

4.Ability to use good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.

5.Ability to work independently, with a flexible schedule (including some evenings and weekends).

6.Ability to accurately collect, enter and evaluate data, contribute to sound recommendations, and compile information to contribute to reports.

7.Ability to have sensitivity to needs and experiences of grieving families.

8.Proficient in the use of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access) or similar software.

Physical Requirements

1.The physical activities of this position may include walking, reaching, kneeling, ascending/descending stairs, stooping, and repetitive motion.

2.Requires lifting and transporting materials and supplies up to 20 lbs.

Special Requirements

1.Must possess a valid Tennessee driver license or secure one as of employment date.

2.Work will require attendance at meetings and activities on weekends and/or after regular work hours.

3.Must be able to travel to locations outside of the office and County as required.

Disclaimer

This position is subject to a background check for any convictions that have a substantial relationship to potential job duties. Only convictions that are substantially related to potential job duties will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.