Program Coordinator I

Job Responsibilities Do you have a passion to provide a meaningful contribution to your community? If so, the Department on Aging has the right opportunity for you!

The SC Department on Aging is seeking a dynamic individual to join our SC Vulnerable Adult Guardian ad Litem Division as a Midlands Regional Coordinator serving Richland, Kershaw, Fairfield, Lancaster, Chester, and York Counties. The ideal candidate will advocate for and in the best interest of South Carolina vulnerable adults at court hearings.

Job Responsibilities include:

• Acts as a Guardian ad Litem to represent the best interests of the vulnerable adult.
• Provides support to volunteers through training, monthly meetings, and assistance with caseload.
• Reviews new cases and assigns them to appropriate volunteers with 48 hours of request.
• Maintains case files in data system with accurate information and updates.
• Assists with recruitment efforts to publicize volunteer opportunities and engage new volunteers. Conducts recruitment events annually.

Preferred Qualifications Experience working with and empowering volunteers; knowledge of community resources available to older adults and older adults with disabilities; interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with diverse groups, agencies, court staff, attorneys and community organization professionals. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; proficient in general computer software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets and database programs. Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies and procedures relevant to the area of employment. Ability to exercise judgement and discretion. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures. Additional Comments The South Carolina Department on Aging (SCDOA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, sex- including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, nation of origin, age, religion, or disability or genetic information. Benefits Offered The South Carolina Department on Aging offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employee, spouse, and children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Benefits

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.