Child Welfare Field Pgm SP (Permanency Specialist) 00179020

Georgia Department of Human Services; Georgia; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Human Services is hiring a Field Program Specialist as a Permanency Specialist in Hall County. This role involves conducting research, providing training, and implementing policies to enhance service delivery for vulnerable populations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience, with strong communication skills emphasized.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

401(k) plan

13 paid holidays

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Qualifications

• Four years of professional job-related experience.
• One year in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation and training on Placement Policy & Practice.
• Oversee the region’s ICPC referrals.
• Assist with permanency tracking.

Skills

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Training Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

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 Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS) is seeking candidates for the position of Field Program Specialist as a Permanency Specialist.This position is located at the DFCS office inHall County, Georgia. Field Program Specialist staff support and assist regional and county leadership in achieving program outcomes by planning, coordinating, and monitoring regional projects that enhance service delivery to DFCS customers and provide technical assistance to staff on project-related strategic initiatives.

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Pay Grade: K

Under broad supervision, conducts research involving data collection and analysis, develops and implements policy, and administers social services programs.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide consultation and training on Placement Policy & Practice.
• Schedule and assist with Case Consultations, Separation of Sibling Waivers, Transitional Round Tables, and Cold Cases.
• Oversees the region’s ICPC referrals
• Identify regional trends and coordinate with Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) for continuous improvement.
• Assist with permanency tracking to include NYTD, CAPTA, and PUSH 24.
• Provides direct case consultation to county office staff on complex or difficult cases as well as assists on high priority cases.
• Provides in-field observations of case managers and over-the-shoulder support in counties as needed.
• Assists with case planning for permanency cases.
• Performs other professional responsibilities as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of professional job-related experience which includes one (1) year in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, demonstrate some or all the following education/skills/experience:

• Ability to work effectively at multiple levels of the organization and with multiple teams.
• Excellent oral, written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills.

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 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) 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.