APS Intake Case Manager
Listed on 2026-09-10
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Social Work
Mental Health, Human Services/ Social Work, Family Advocacy & Support Services, Child Protection
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Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!
We are the force that drives Georgia!
Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!
Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!
APS Intake Case Manager 3
Agency:Department of Human Services
JobRequisition :
JR
Shift:Day (United States of America)
Job Description: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.
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 serviceThe 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 Intake Case Manager 3 (APS Central Intake
- Lead Worker). The location of this position will be determined after hire and assigned to the office closest to the selected candidates residence. Statewide travel on a regular basis is to be expected.
Job Description:
Pay Grade: K
Performs initial investigations of protective service reports for cases meeting APS criteria and determines appropriateness of interventions 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.
In addition to the duties above, the APS Central Intake
- Lead Worker:
A. Performs administrative duties for the CI Supervisor(s):
- Provides consultation on intakes and assists and provides needed assistance with decision making and policy questions/clarifications .
- P rovides input into the training needs for CI.
- Ensures that necessary job-related instruction is provided to staff, including additional mentoring as needed .
- Participates in interview process for vacant positions as needed.
- Informs Ci Supervisor of problem intakes or any situation that may require a higher level of attention.
- Provides on-the-job training to staff and serves as a mentor to fellow workers.
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