Adult Protective Services Case Manager 2

State of Georgia; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Employee retirement plan

401(k) plan

457 plan

13 paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Telework opportunities

Job summary

The State of Georgia is seeking an Adult Protective Services Case Manager 2 within the Department of Human Services in Cleveland, White County (GA). The role covers multiple counties and requires travel as needed; a bachelor’s degree plus one year of APS experience are required.

Travel and telework opportunities may be available depending on the position. We offer a robust benefits package including retirement plans, holidays, leave, medical/dental/vision, life insurance, and telework options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• One year of experience at the lower level Adult Protective Services Case Manager 1 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Performs initial investigations of protective service reports for cases meeting APS criteria and determines appropriateness of intervention within a standard of promptness.
• Evaluates the level of risk to clients and takes appropriate action to ensure safety.
• Provides follow-up, consultations and other applicable resources to stabilize situation to prevent further recurrence of Abuse/Neglect/Exploitation.
• Initiates the legal process for guardianship as a last resort for the protection of incapacitated adults.
• Maintains required documentation and completes reports within standards of promptness.
• Maintains knowledge of current policies, laws, trends and developments in the field by attending training sessions and meetings.
• Performs other professional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

One year APS Case Manager experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field from an accredited college or university

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!

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Job Title

Adult Protective Services Case Manager 2

Agency

Department of Human Services

Job Requisition ID

JR0000003379

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 Protective Services (APS) is seeking candidates for the position of Adult Protective Services Case Manager 2. This position is located in Cleveland, White County, Georgia and will primarily cover the additional counties of Dawson, Forsyth, Habersham, Lumpkin, Rabun, Towns, & Union. Travel will be required as needed throughout the assigned counties.

Pay Grade: J

Under general supervision, provides personal support services and crisis intervention to clients. May serve as case managers and evaluate, investigate and resolve complaints. Acts as a liaison between client and service providers.

Role and Responsibilities

• Performs initial investigations of protective service reports for cases meeting Adult Protective Services (APS) criteria and determines appropriateness of intervention within a standard of promptness.
• Evaluates the level of risk to clients and takes appropriate action to ensure safety.
• Provides follow-up, consultations and other applicable resources to stabilize situation to prevent further recurrence of Abuse/Neglect/Exploitation.
• Initiates the legal process for guardianship as a last resort for the protection of incapacitated adults.
• Maintains required documentation and completes reports within standards of promptness.
• Maintains knowledge of current policies, laws, trends and developments in the field by attending training sessions and meetings.
• 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.
• Treats others with dignity and respect, maintains a friendly demeanor and values the contributions of others.
• Delivers consistently required business results and meets 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field from an accredited college or university;

OR

• One (1) year of experience at the lower level Adult Protective Services Case Manager 1 or position equivalent.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

• 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

Note: An equivalent combination of education and job specific experience that provided the knowledge, experience and competencies required to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted on a year-over-year basis.

Additional Information

For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services

https://dhs.georgia.gov/

Employment Information

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.
DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email 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) will be considered. DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree, 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.

DHS is an Equal 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.