Adult Guardianship Case Manager 2 -
Adult Guardianship Case Manager 2 -
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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 self-sufficiency 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/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) - Public Guardianship (PG) is seeking candidates for the position of Adult Guardianship Case Manager. This position will be located in Lawrenceville Gwinnett County Georgia and cover the counties of Clayton Coweta DeKalb Douglas Fayette & Fulton.
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Job Description
Pay Grade: J
Under general supervision provides guardianship case management services in accordance with guardianship law the probate court order and letters establishing guardianship and Department policies and procedures.
Role 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 for the 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 persons 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 clients trustee conservator representative payee or other fiduciary individual to coordinate a plan to ensure the persons 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 States 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.
- Is strongly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and/or standard software applications typically used in a corporate office environment.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university;
OR- One (1) year of experience at lower level Adult Guardianship CM 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 education/skills/experience:- Experience working with a specific issue facing client populations such as family violence crisis intervention substance abuse services to the elderly disables.
- Bachelors degree in a Human Services program.
- Possession of a valid drivers license and consistent access to a vehicle for required work-related activities.
Additional Information
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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 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.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
