Social Svcs Prgm Mgr 1 Regional Post Adoption PAD Mgr
Social Svcs Prgm Mgr 1 Regional Post Adoption PAD Mgr
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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 Georgias most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote selfsufficiency independence and protect Georgias 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/shortterm care life insurance and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.
Start your career in public service. Regional Post Adoption (PAD) Managerposition provide oversight and management of IVE and IVB Adoption Assistance (PAD) recipient payments and Post Adoptive Services in all DFCS Regions. This position requires a specialized skill set in that persons must be proficient in the SHINES system and understand the behind the scenes and tasks required in several different stages in the SHINES system that eventually effect a PAD stage in the continuum of care and progression of a case. The PAD Manager troubleshoots and resolves complicated SHINES system errors which prevents payment from being generated correctly. Candidates must also have a strong background in Social Services policy relating to Foster Care and Adoptions and Adoption AssistanceRegional PAD Managers are generally the subject matter experts and are relied upon to provide training to new and existing DFCS staff. The candidate must be able to interpret and convey State and Federal policies regarding Adoption Adoption Assistance and Post Adoption Services. They serve as point of contact and problem solver for adoptive families that are struggling and need services either through community resources and/or contracted services.
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Pay Grade: I
Under supervision learns to plan organize or manage the activities of social service or community programs. Oversees the program or organizations policies regarding participant involvement requirements and benefits.Job Responsibilities:
Obtaining substantive information from Adoptive parents in order to have current and accurate information relayed to Rev Max for Medicaid reviews & follow up with referrals.
Be proficient in utilizing multiple search criteria including SHINES Q public CLEAR GAMMIS & other search resources to assist & locate families.
Ensure accurate IVE and IVB Adoption Assistance payments are made to families.
POC for Adoptive families to apply for Special Services Funding and make monthly payments to service providers for services.
Have contact with Adoptive families DFCS Field Fiscal representatives County and Regional DFCS staff Medicaid Eligibility Specialist State ICAMA consultant Data Integrity staff Community Stakeholders contracted providers to include social service and health programs Amerigroup and Adoption Assistance Consultants.
Obtaining substantive information from Adoptive parents in order to have current and accurate information relayed to Rev Max for Medicaid reviews & follow up with referrals.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in a related field from an accredited college or university.
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:
- Bachelors degree in a Social Services OR Human Services related field from an accredited college or university.
- Knowledge of the SHINES Adoption (ADO) and PostAdoption (PAD) stages.
- Extensive knowledge of federal and state adoption laws and policies. Ability to work effectively at multiple levels of the organization and with multiple project teams.
- Excellent oral written presentation and interpersonal communication skills strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and/or standard software applications typically used in a corporate office environment standard software application typically used in a corporate office environment.
Additional Information
For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services
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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:
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to preemployment 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 email. 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.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
