HOPWA Case Manager (Macon, GA)
Pay Grade: J
Who we are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:
- Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
- Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
- Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
- Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
- Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
- Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you
Requirements
Under broad supervision, performs tasks necessary to provide rental subsidies to qualified participants. Responsibilities include performing tenant family casework, inspecting housing units for compliance, conducting briefing/training sessions for participants and landlords, and completing documentation.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
• Acts as a liaison between agency and legal services during jury trials and legal settlements
• Analyzes applicants' financial status, credit, and property evaluations
• Approves and/or justifies counteroffer options
• Assists customers with all phases of leasing while remaining within all specifications, laws, and regulations
• Assists in and appraisals of properties to determine fair market value for right of way acquisition
• Assists in the relocation of displaced persons to new housing and collecting relocation payments in accordance with federal and state regulations
• Assists with negotiating property settlements in accordance with federal and state regulations
• Assists with the plans, development, and implementation the establishment of a local government acquisitions program
• Coordinates condemnation cases between the agency and the Attorney General's office
• Coordinates with private developers, lenders, local and state officials to increase the supply of accessible and affordable housing
• Learns to conduct administrative appeals involving property owners concerning the acquisition or relocation offer
• Learns to develop consultant contracts for pre-acquisition, acquisition and negotiation
• Learns to ensure compliance to all applicable federal and state policies, procedures, regulations, codes and laws
• Learns to prepare relocation assistance appraisals, reports, conceptual and design studies
• Receives additional training, as required, to gain full proficiency and experience in all areas
Qualifications
Master's degree in a social services field from an accredited college or university OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university AND One year of related experience OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university AND Three years of related experience OR Four years of related experience.Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
As an employee of DPH, 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.
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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 agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
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