GVRA 

The Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency operates five integrated and interdependent statutory programs that share a primary goal - to help people with disabilities to become fully productive members of society by achieving independence and meaningful employment. Our programs impact both employers and job seekers. Our bottom line is to tailor our services to fit your needs. And our promise to you is consistent professional service with responsive and responsible follow-up. 

Summary/Objective   

Leads the development and administration of policies and programs of social service and community agencies, correctional institutions, rehabilitative services, and related programs that are designed to protect and promote the social welfare of individuals and communities. Directs subordinate supervisors and staff. Will manage large numbers of agency staff or have large scope of responsibility within agency.

Essential Functions 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

1.        Analyzes and assesses the effectiveness of existing programs to ensure the identified outcome measures are achieved.

2.        Assures agency compliance with policies, appropriate documentation, and reporting requirements.

3.        Builds and encourages a cooperative team-oriented environment within unit(s) and with other agencies and providers.

4.        Creates and maintains positive working relationships within the community and on the county DFCS Board.

5.        Develops and administers budgets.

6.        Facilitates communication within the unit(s)/agency on a specific case level as well as on a procedure/policy level.

7.        Interviews, hires, directs, trains, evaluates the performance of, and when necessary, disciplines and discharges social services employees.

8.        Leads and administers a comprehensive system of public assistance, employability, and social services.

9.        Manages human resources and directs administrative activities for groups of social services employees.

10.   Plans, administers, and maintains the operation of social services programs.

11.   Reviews new and current programs to determine their efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with state, local and federal regulations.

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Competencies 

• Customer Service
• Teamwork and Cooperation
• Accountability
• Results Orientation
• Judgment and Decision Making
• Talent Management
• Transformers of Government

Supervisory Responsibility

This position manages a team within the department and is responsible for the performance management and hiring of the employees within that team.

Work Environment 

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones. 

Physical Demands 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 

Working Conditions

Incumbents working in this job perform duties in an office setting. This is a 40-hour workweek requirement. The position may involve managing a high-volume workload and demands a high level of accuracy while working with deadlines. Regular attendance is an important part of being successful in this position. Reasonable accommodations can be made available to qualified individuals upon request.  

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work 

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. This position occasionally requires long hours and weekend work. 

Travel 

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out of area and overnight travel may be required for work and training. 

Work Authorization/Security Clearance 

As a condition of employment with Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency, you must successfully complete a mandatory federal and national background check, pre-employment testing, and additional checks required for your job. 

All candidates interested in employment with The Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency does not offer sponsorships for current or future employment visas (e.g., H-B1 employment visa). 

AAP/EEO Statement

GVRA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

Reasonable Accommodations 

The Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request a reasonable accommodation during any step in the hiring process, please contact our HR Team at ada_request@gvs.ga.gov. 

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the required education and experience, possess one or more of the following:

• Master's degree in a related area from an accredited college or university
• Credential as Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
• Five or more years of experience as a counselor in a clinical setting
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience, such as clinical supervision, working as a lead counselor, or in the field of public education administration.