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Department of Human Services

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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 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.

Start your career in public service.The DHS' Division of Aging Services (DAS) is seeking candidates to fill the position of Adult Protective Services Case Manager Supervisor (APS Supervisor).This position is located in Savannah, Chatham County and will cover the following additional counties of Effingham. Travel is expected throughout the counties listed as needed.

What DHS offers.Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes 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(s).

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Manages staff through coordinating and planning.
• Evaluates the level of risk to clients and takes appropriate action to ensure safety.
• Monitors and organizes work to ensure quality and adherence.
• Reviews, approves/disapproves and/or renders decisions.
• Maintains and shares knowledge.
• Ensures accurate, timely records and reports.

Core Competencies:

• Ability to work effectively with personnel at multiple levels of the organization.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment while effectively and accurately managing multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Ability to develop and make presentations on behalf of the organization.
• Ability to work independently with limited direction.
• Excellent oral, written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, DAS Data Systems, etc.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university AND three (3) years case management experience;

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• Two (2) years of experience at lower level Adult Protective Services Case Manager 3 (SSP172) 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:

• At least 2 years experience in Adult Protective Services
• 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

Additional Information:

For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services visithttps://dhs.georgia.gov

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:hrhelpline@dhs.ga.gov.
• 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 and three (3) years case management experience; or two (2) years of experience at lower level Adult Protective Svcs CM 3 (SSP172) or position equivalent.

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:

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.