Adult Guardianship Case Manager 2

Human Services, Department of; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Employee retirement plan

403(b) and 457 plans

13 paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Telework opportunities

Job summary

Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) seeks an Adult Guardianship Case Manager 2 to provide guardianship services across Cobb, Clayton, DeKalb, Fayette, Fulton, Gwinnett, Henry, Rockdale and surrounding counties. Travel will be required as needed.

Responsibilities include coordinating care, advocating for clients, and documenting actions per policy. A bachelor’s degree and strong communication skills are required; telework options may be available depending on the position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required.
• Excellent oral, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong ability to document and coordinate case management actions.

Responsibilities

• Provides guardianship case management services in accordance with guardianship law and department policy.
• Develops care plans to arrange support, care, education, health and welfare for clients.
• Practices surrogate decision-making ensuring least restrictive options and client preferences.
• Coordinates with trustees, conservators and fiduciaries to meet financial needs.
• Provides information and education to guardianship clients and stakeholders in the multi-county area.
• Acts as mandated reporter of abuse, neglect, or exploitation as required by law.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Title: Adult Guardianship Case Manager 2

Agency: Department of Human Services

Job Requisition ID: JR0000003292

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details: $44,354.85

Job Description

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.

What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.

Start your career in public service. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Aging Services (DAS), Adult Guardianship Program (AGP) is seeking candidates for the position of Adult Guardianship Case Manager 2. This position is located in Marietta, Cobb County, Georgia and will cover the additional counties of Clayton, DeKalb, Fayette, Fulton, Gwinnett, Henry, Rockdale. Travel throughout the area will be required as needed.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provides guardianship case management services in accordance with guardianship law, the probate court order and letters establishing guardianship, and Department policies and procedures.
• Arranges for the support, care, education, health, and welfare of the guardianship client by developing care plans that provide coordination, implementation, and monitoring of services and/or supplies for the guardianship client.
• Practices surrogate decision-making for the guardianship client that reflects least restrictive alternatives and taking in account the person’s expressed desires and beliefs.
• Considers the needs, wishes and resources available to the guardianship client when providing guardianship case management services.
• Advocates on behalf of the guardianship client.
• Works cooperatively with the guardianship client’s trustee, conservator, representative payee, or other fiduciary individual to coordinate a plan to ensure the person’s financial needs are met.
• Provides information and education to guardianship clients, families, providers, agencies, professionals, and other stakeholders in the community in the assigned multi-county area.
• Documents case management actions in the case record as required by Department policy.
• Acts as a mandated reporter of cases of abuse, neglect, or exploitation and makes other reports as required by law, policy or procedure.
• Performs other professional responsibilities as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Provides services and information to and honors all of the State’s commitments to internal and external customers by providing helpful, courteous, accessible, responsive, and knowledgeable service.
• Cooperates with others to accomplish common goals and works as a team player within and across departments to achieve shared goals.
• Treating others with dignity and respect, maintains a friendly demeanor and values the contributions of others.
• Delivers consistently required business results and meet achievable yet aggressive goals.
• Complies with quality standards and meets deadlines.
• Maintains focus on agency and State goals.
• Displays honesty, accountability, and a strong commitment to his or her public duty and presents oneself as a credible representative of the agency and State to maintain the public trust.
• Demonstrates ability to make sound judgments and develops effective, viable solutions to drive the effectiveness of the Department and State.
• Has excellent oral, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Is strongly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and/or standard applications typically used in a corporate office environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; OR One (1) year of experience at lower-level Adult Guardianship Case Manger 1 (SSP190); OR Position equivalent.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

• Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, demonstrate some or all the following skills/experience: Experience working with a specific issue facing client populations such as family violence, crisis intervention, substance abuse, services to the elderly or disabled.
• Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services program.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and consistent access to a vehicle for required work-related activities.

Employment Information

DHS is an equal opportunity employer. Current state employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary. If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email the request by the closing date of this announcement to: [e-mail].

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks. DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE). DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree(s), diploma, licensure, etc. As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

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 necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process. Only applicants who are selected and interviewed will receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; or one (1) year of experience at lower level Adult Guardianship CM 1 (SSP190) or position equivalent.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.