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Georgia Hospice Care

Social Worker

Gainesville, GA · On-site

Overview Become a Social Worker with Georgia Hospice Care Are you passionate about helping patients ... Short-term and Long-term Disability * Fertility Assistance Program About Georgia Hospice Care A ...

Georgia Hospice Care

Social Worker

Newnan, GA · On-site

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Georgia Hospice Care

Social Worker

Gainesville, GA · On-site

Overview Become a Social Worker with Georgia Hospice Care Are you passionate about helping patients ... Short-term and Long-term Disability * Fertility Assistance Program About Georgia Hospice Care A ...

Veterans Health Administration

Social Worker

Dublin, GA · On-site

$62K - $154K/yr

Fundamental knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses, disabilities, and treatment ... Social Worker Qualifications, GS-0185-11 GS-11 Licensure Requirement: You must be licensed or ...

Veterans Health Administration

Social Worker

Augusta, GA · On-site

$62K - $154K/yr

Fundamental knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses, disabilities, and treatment ... Social Worker Qualifications, GS-0185-11 GS-11 Licensure Requirement: You must be licensed or ...

Veterans Health Administration

Social Worker

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$62K - $154K/yr

Fundamental knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses, disabilities, and treatment ... Social Worker Qualifications, GS-0185-11 GS-11 Licensure Requirement: You must be licensed or ...

Veterans Health Administration

Social Worker

Decatur, GA · On-site

$62K - $154K/yr

Fundamental knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses, disabilities, and treatment ... Social Worker Qualifications, GS-0185-11 GS-11 Licensure Requirement: You must be licensed or ...

Veterans Health Administration

Social Worker

Duluth, GA · On-site

$62K - $154K/yr

Fundamental knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses, disabilities, and treatment ... Social Worker Qualifications, GS-0185-11 GS-11 Licensure Requirement: You must be licensed or ...

DaVita

Social Worker

Atlanta, GA · On-site

DaVita has an open position for a Social Worker who will be a vital member of each patient's core ... identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. This ...

Social Work PRN

Social Workers, Atlanta

Tucker, GA · On-site

... disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Social ... The right fit is our primary interest when selecting the right social worker for a position. If you ...

Social Work PRN

Social Workers, Atlanta

Tucker, GA · On-site

... disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Social ... The right fit is our primary interest when selecting the right social worker for a position. If you ...

DaVita

Social Worker

Columbus, GA · On-site

DaVita has an open position for a Social Worker who will be a vital member of each patient's core ... identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. This ...

Georgia Hospice Care

Social Worker (LMSW)

Vidalia, GA · On-site

Overview Become a Social Worker with Georgia Hospice Care Are you passionate about helping patients ... Short-term and Long-term Disability * Fertility Assistance Program About Georgia Hospice Care A ...

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How much do disability social worker jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for disability social worker in Georgia is $66,613.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,700.00 and $78,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a disability social worker?

Disability Social Workers are professionals who support individuals with physical, intellectual, or developmental disabilities. They help clients access resources, advocate for their rights, and provide counseling to improve their quality of life. These social workers often collaborate with families, healthcare providers, and community organizations to develop care plans and ensure clients receive necessary services. Their goal is to promote independence, inclusion, and overall well-being for people living with disabilities.

What are some common challenges disability social workers face when supporting clients with complex needs?

Disability Social Workers often encounter challenges such as navigating limited community resources, coordinating care among various service providers, and advocating for clients’ rights in systems that may not always be accommodating. Balancing caseloads while providing individualized support can also be demanding, especially when clients have multiple or co-occurring disabilities. Building strong communication with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams is essential to ensure holistic and effective support.

What is the difference between Disability Social Worker vs Medical Social Worker?

AspectDisability Social WorkerMedical Social Worker
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Social Work (BSW or MSW), state licensureBachelor's or Master's in Social Work (BSW or MSW), state licensure
Work EnvironmentCommunity agencies, disability services, rehabilitation centersHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilities
Employer & IndustryNonprofit organizations, government agencies, disability servicesHospitals, healthcare providers, medical facilities
Common Search & ComparisonDisability Social Worker vs Medical Social Worker

Disability Social Workers primarily assist individuals with disabilities in accessing resources, advocating for services, and navigating social systems. Medical Social Workers focus on supporting patients and families within healthcare settings, addressing emotional, social, and discharge planning needs. While both roles require similar credentials and licensure, their work environments and client focus differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Disability Social Worker job openings in Georgia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 7% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,613 per year, or $32 per hour.

Social Worker

Dougherty County School System

Albany, GA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted just now

Job description

Position Type:
Student Support Services/Social Worker
Date Posted:
4/7/2026
Location:
Various Locations
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
April 7, 2026
POSITION: School Social Worker
LOCATION: Various Locations
JOB SUMMARY:
The Dougherty County School System is actively seeking School Social Workers to enhance the district's ability to meet its academic mission, especially where home, school and community collaboration is the key to achieving student success. ?School social workers bring unique knowledge and skills to the school system and the Student Support and Empowerment Team. School Social Workers are trained mental health professionals who can assist with mental health concerns, behavioral concerns, positive behavioral support, academic, and classroom support, consultation with teachers, parents, and administrators as well as provide individual and group counseling/therapy. School social workers are instrumental in furthering the mission of the schools in the Dougherty County School System to provide a setting that nurtures teaching, learning, and for the attainment of competence and confidence.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  1. Master's Degree in Social Work from a GaPSC-accepted institution;
  2. Certification in School Social Work at level 5 or higher;
  3. Valid State of Georgia Master Social Worker's or Clinical Social Worker's License issued by the Professional Licensing Boards Division;
  4. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  1. Excellent communication, organization, and case management skills;
  2. Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks, projects, and responsibilities;
  3. Expertise in assisting with mental health and behavioral concerns, provide positive behavioral, academic, and classroom support in consultation with teachers, parents, and administrators to promote student achievement.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
  1. Participate in special education assessment meetings as well as individual Educational Planning Meetings;
  2. Work with those problems in a child's living situation that affect the child's adjustment in school. (home, school, and community);
  3. Prepare a social or developmental history on a child with a disability;
  4. Counseling (group, individual and/or family);
  5. Mobilize family, school, and community resources to enable the child to learn as effectively as possible in his or her educational program
  6. Assist in developing positive behavioral intervention strategies;
  7. Provide crisis intervention;
  8. Develop intervention strategies to increase academic success;
  9. Assist with conflict resolution and anger management;
  10. Help the child develop appropriate social interaction skills;
  11. Assist the child in understanding and accepting self and others;
  12. Work with parents to facilitate their support in their children's school adjustment;
  13. Alleviates daily stress to enable the child to function more effectively in school and community;
  14. Assists parents to access programs available to students with special needs;
  15. Assists parents in accessing and utilizing school and community resources;
  16. Provides staff with essential information to better understand factors (cultural, societal, economic, familial, health, etc.) affecting a student's performance and behavior;
  17. Assesses students with mental health concerns;
  18. Develops staff in-service training programs;
  19. Assists teachers with behavior management;
  20. Provides direct support to staff;
  21. Obtains and coordinates community resources to meet students' needs;
  22. Helps ensure DCSS receives adequate support from social and mental health agencies;
  23. Advocates for new and improved community/school service to meet the needs of students and families;
  24. Helps the system respond effectively to each child's needs;
  25. Assists in developing and implementing educational programs for students with attendance concerns or involvement with law enforcement;
  26. Identifies and reports child abuse and neglect;
  27. Provides consultations regarding school law and school policy IDEA and Section 504;
  28. Provides case management for students and families requiring multiple resources;
  29. Performs other tasks as assigned by the Supervisor.

REPORTS TO: Executive Director of Student Support & Empowerment
SALARY RANGE: This is a grant funded position with a competitive salary and excellent benefits package in accordance with DCSS Compensation Guide.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applicants will begin immediately. Applications will be reviewed upon submission. To ensure consideration, please submit all required application materials by April 13, 2026.
INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD APPLY ONLINE.
THE DOUGHERTY COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, AGE, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, OR DISABILITY.
The System reserves the right to waive any qualifications or other provisions of this advertisement by statute or regulations.
Dougherty County School System uses Frontline Education to manage employment applications online.
About Us:
The Dougherty County School System is a leading catalyst and advocate for public education in Southwest Georgia. It's the largest school system in the second congressional district. The school district has 21 schools (13 elementary, 4 middle, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative middle/high school), 4 learning centers, and the Commodore Conyers College & Career Academy. All schools are accredited by Cognia. The DCSS offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
Dougherty County is recognized for its quail and duck hunting, fishing, the Flint River, and many cypress swamps. The County has a population of approximately 90,000. Our County has two institutions of higher education, Albany State University and Albany Technical College. Notable points of interest include the Albany Museum of Art, the Flint RiverQuarium, the Albany Civil Rights Institute, the Parks at Chehaw, Radium Springs Gardens, and Thronateeska Heritage Center, which includes the Museum of History, Wetherbee Planetarium, and the Science Discovery Center. Dougherty County is a short drive to Atlanta, the Georgia coast, as well as the Florida Gulf Coast beaches.
Important Note:
This document provides descriptive information about the above Dougherty County School System position. Work actually performed by incumbents in this position may vary. Although this document may be used for recruiting, staffing, or career planning, the information contained herein should only be used as a guideline or recommendation for the content of and qualifications for this position. The Dougherty County School System reserves the right to make changes to this document as deemed necessary without providing advance written notice.

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