Adult Protective Services Case Manager 2

Human Services, Department of•Decatur, IL

4d•Remote

About The Position

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. 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 location will be determined after hire and will primarily cover DeKalb County.

Requirements

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.
Possession of a valid driver’s license and consistent access to a vehicle for required work-related activities.
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.

Nice To Haves

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

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.