Case Manager - Specialty Care Clinic

Salary : $50,000.00 Annually
Location : Athens, GA
Job Type: Full Time Salaried
Job Number: 2026-00503
Division/Section: District 10 County Position
Opening Date: 05/12/2026
Closing Date: 6/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


Description


Pay Grade: I
Job Code: HCP050

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Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.

What We Offer. As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

• Make a Professional Impact - Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility - Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team - Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity - Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture - Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work - Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

The Specialty Care Clinic of the Clarke County Health Department is seeking a Social Worker to provide culturally appropriate psychosocial assessments to individuals living with HIV/AIDS. The individual must be familiar with providing trauma-informed care and navigating the health care system. Responsibilities include ensuring clients are eligible for Ryan White services, creating individual service plans using a strengths-based approach, crisis intervention, connecting clients with appropriate community resources, and assisting with medication assistance programs. The individual will facilitate whole-person care by working with an interdisciplinary team to create meaningful interventions with the goal of the client becoming undetectable.


As a Case Manager within the Specialty Care Clinic at the Georgia Department of Public Health, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgia residents in a variety of ways.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure each client is eligible for Ryan White Services.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments.
• Provide referrals to appropriate community services.
• Advocate for clients and assist with removing barriers to care.
• Prepare and update service plans as outlined in the Ryan White Case Management Standard Operating Procedures.
• Collaborate with medical staff to develop effective treatment plans to enhance health outcomes.
• Maintain knowledge of current best practices and implement interventions based on empirical evidence.
• Adhere to the NASW Code of Ethics and clinic protocols.
• Provide timely and thorough documentation of interventions, phone calls, and services provided.
• Provide crisis intervention services and referral to appropriate care.
• Assist clients with applying for medication assistance programs.

Minimum Qualifications


Master's degree in social work and counseling from an accredited college or university and eligibility to be licensed.
Employee Benefits:

• 13 paid holidays
• Generous annual and sick leave
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• State retirement and savings plans
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development

Additional Support Programs:

• Physical activity breaks
• Worksite wellness program
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Employee discounts

No phone calls, applications accepted ONLINE ONLY through the link provided above.

Additional Information
The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.


The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.


ADA Statement

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email View email address on click.appcast.io.


DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

BENEFITS

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.
Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees

Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan
Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.
Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees
Part-time employees receive the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and paid parental leave.
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The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions?

• Yes
• No

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Are you a current employee of the Georgia Department of Public Health?

• No
• Full Time Employee
• Part Time Employee
• Temp or Contractor
• Intern
• Volunteer

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What is your highest level of education completed?

• Doctorate's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Associate's Degree
• Vocational/Technical Degree
• High School Diploma/GED
• None

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How many years of experience do you have interviewing, counseling and/or treating patients with HIV/AIDS?

• 1-2 Years
• 3-5 Years
• 6-9 Years
• 10+Years

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How many years of experience do you have in community engagement and organizing activities targeting populations at greatest risk for HIV infection?

• None
• Less than 1 Year
• 1+ Years
• 2+ Years
• 3+ Years
• 4+ Years
• 5 years or more

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How many years of experience do you have providing case management services?

• 0<1 Years
• 1-2 Years
• 3-5 Years
• 6-9 Years
• More than 10 Years

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Do you have reliable transportation?

• Yes
• No

Required Question