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Aging Services Coordinator
Division
of Aging Services
Community Care Services Section

Job Description

The Georgia Department of Human Resources (DHR), Division of Aging Services, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Aging Services Coordinator in the Community Care Services Section.
Under limited supervision, plans, develops, manages and coordinates assigned areas of the statewide Division of Aging Services Community Care Services Program (CCSP) for the elderly and/or disabled.

Participates in development of statewide policies and procedures for assigned program areas. Provides expert consultation and technical assistance to state, field and/or contractor staff in the area of assignment, assuring compliance with federal and state laws, rules and regulations. May supervise professional and/or support staff. Responsibilities include heavy emphasis on analysis of programmatic, fiscal and outcome data in the daily management and oversight of programs.

Travel is required.
Qualifications
Completion of a four-year degree in Human Services, Social Work, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field and five years experience in human services for adults and/or the elderly, at least three of which must have included supervisory or program management responsibilities.

Note: Experience may be substituted for education if evaluated as equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates, who in addition to meeting the qualifications listed above, possess the following:
  • Experience in the statewide aging services network either within an Area Agency on Aging or service provider agency; or within the Adult Protective Services Program; or with in the Community Care Services Program
  • Strong proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, GroupWise, etc
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills
  • Supervisory experience
  • Experience in providing consultation and technical assistance on policy interpretation and clarification
  • Preparing and managing budgets
  • Experience in developing and presenting training curricula
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary (PG-17/$41,808 - $73,323), we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 12 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.
Area Information
This position is in downtown Atlanta.
A sprawling metropolis of over four million people today, metro Atlanta has the vibrancy of the world’s great urban centers combined with the Southern charm of small town centers such as Roswell and Decatur. Here you’ll find historic sites from the Civil War through the Civil Rights era, as well as world-class shopping, entertainment, and nightlife.
We're located across from Underground Atlanta. Affordable parking is nearby as well as direct access to MARTA's rail and bus system.
Come to Georgia’s capital city and experience first-hand our historic charm and hospitality.
Applying for this job
Please email your cover letter and resume in Microsoft Word format to: stateoffice@dhrjobs.com
To ensure proper routing/handling of your credentials, copy/paste or type the following title in the subject line of your email: DAS/Aging Services Coord CCSP

Candidates for this position may be subject to employment drug testing and criminal background check.

The Georgia Department of Human Resources provides services to ensure the health and welfare of Georgians. As an employee of DHR, 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.
DHR is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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