Job Description
Description
Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers a wide range of human services designed to promote self-sufficiency, safety and well-being for all Georgians.
What we offer . Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance; in addition to
telework opportunities depending upon the position. Start your career in public service .
T he Social Services Specialist 1 (Caregiver Recruitment and Retention Unit) w orks in a regional unit, but specific to Region 13. JOIN OUR TEAM!!! Job Description Pay Grade: G Under limited supervision, the
Caregiver Recruitment and Retention Specialist I has the ability to assess individual and family strengths, limitations and needs; non-judgmental, strength based, positive attitude towards families in crisis; ability to synthesize information and write thorough reports; ability to work independently and as an effective team member; sensitivity to an awareness of cultural, ethnic and socioeconomic differences and the ability to organize and prioritize work.
- Recruit prospective caregivers through direct and indirect marketing concepts.
- Implement both general and targeted recruitment activities throughout the region.
- Responsible for the facilitation and tracking of all prospective caregivers through the onboarding process.
- Facilitation as primary or co-facilitator of IMPACT Pre-Service Training at least once quarterly
- Completion of comprehensive family assessments in accordance with policy standards.
- Manage a caseload of up to 30 caregivers – conducts all required monthly/quarterly contacts and annual re-evaluations.
- Maintain clear, accurate, and concise documentation; ensure all documentation is entered within 72 hours of contact.
- Conducts needs assessment, service provision, and advocacy caregivers.
- Complete all required screenings and assessments on new household members.
- Complete all ICPC assessments within required timeframes.
- Connect caregivers with a Caregiver Support Tech within 48 hours of approval.
- Identify placement for youth in care.
- Remain knowledgeable about current/emerging demographic and cultural changes to assist customers effectively.
- Adhere to all agency policy governing children and the rights of the caregivers.
- Promotes awareness of programs within the assigned communities – leverage partnership with community agencies to maximize services and supports for caregivers.
- Participate in Placement Resource Engagement Meetings with Child Placing Agency and other Community partners to strategize recruitment efforts.
- Performs other professional responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.
- Engage in required statewide and regional travel
Core Competencies: - Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with culturally diverse families.
- Ability to leverage partnerships within the community.
- Strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and/or standard software applications typically used in a corporate office environment.
Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science from an approved accredited college or university and twenty four (24) months of case management experience in a social services program of the Division of Family and Children Services
- Educational achievement does not substitute for required case management experience.
Preferred Qualifications: - Master’s degree from an approved accredited college or university and twenty four (24) months of case management experience in a social services program of the Division of Family and Children Services or similar social services case management experience in a human services delivery program (child support, family/children services, juvenile justice, public health, mental health, military health care/morale, welfare and recreation, or comparable private social services agencies)
Special Requirements: Must have reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, a valid state-issued driver’s license and an acceptable driving history record.
Core Competencies: - Ability to work effectively at multiple levels of the organization and with multiple teams.
- Excellent oral, written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills.
Additional Information
For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services 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 American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DHS-HR@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) 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. In addition to a competitive salary, DHS offers a generous benefits package, which includes employee retirement plan; paid holidays annually; vacation and sick leave; health, dental, vision, legal, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, health and child care spending account. Visit for more information.
Insurance Health, dental, vision, legal, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, healthcare and childcare spending accounts, and life insurance plans are available.
Health Benefits : 1-800-610-1863 State Health Benefit Plan
Flexible Benefits : 1-877-342-7339 GA Breeze Portal
Retirement State employees participate in the Employee's Retirement System. Contributions are based on a percentage of salary and service date entry
Employee Retirement System: 1-800-805-4609 ERS Website
Deferred Compensation Tax shelter plans are available that enable employees to provide for greater retirement security. Fund programs are available in both 457(k) and 401(k) plans.
Peach State Reserves : 1-877-342-7339 ERS / Peach State Reserves
Credit Union Employees are eligible to become members of the Atlanta Postal Credit Union and Georgia United Credit Union
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- Doctorate Degree
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- None of the Above
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