CASE MANAGER 2

Arizona Department of Administration•Avondale, AZ

6d•$49,000 - $51,000

About The Position

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES) we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals who are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov [https://des.az.gov/], or click on the link here [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nik5MiXqOV8] to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come join the DES Team! DES, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Case Manager 2. DDD provides individuals with developmental disabilities, and their families, services and supports that are flexible, high quality, and member driven. These services provide individuals with opportunities to exercise their rights and responsibilities of independent decision-making and engagement in the community. Applicants for this position cannot be licensed or certified by the DDD Office of Licensing Certification and Regulation, cannot have a principal interest in or have spouse or close family with principal interest in a DDD Qualified Vendor Agreement, and cannot be employed or subcontracted by a DDD Qualified Vendor.

Requirements

Candidate must be an Arizona licensed Registered Nurse in good standing OR possess a Bachelor Degree in Social Work (SW), OR Psychology, Special Education or Counseling AND have at least one (1) year experience providing case management services to persons who are elderly and/or persons with physical or developmental disabilities and/or members determined to have a Serious Mental illness (SMI); OR candidate must have a minimum of two (2) years’ experience providing case management services to persons who are elderly and/or persons with physical or developmental disabilities and/or members determined to have a Serious Mental illness (SMI)
A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Service, Behavioral Science or related field AND have at least one (1) year experience providing case management services to persons who are elderly and/or persons with physical or developmental disabilities and/or members determined to have a Serious Mental illness (SMI) OR have at least three (3) years’ experience working with or for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities
Arizona Level 1 Clearance Card is required
Candidates for this position shall be subject to a search of the Child Protective Services Central Registry pursuant to A.R.S. § 8-804
Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions
This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements [https://publicstorage.dc4.pageuppeople.com/1045/ClientPublicFile/3601803f-02e5-4b70-b325-26c8ef309c1b.pdf]
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify)
Knowledge of: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Knowledge of: Medical and behavioral health issues and terminology
Knowledge of: Methods, procedures, and techniques used in the development of Individual Support Plans (ISP)
Knowledge of: Federal and State statutes and agency policies and procedures relating to the care and assistance for individuals with developmental disabilities
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of case management
Skill in: Oral and written communication
Skill in: Developing, evaluating, and maintaining member service plans
Skill in: Interviewing, counseling, and interacting with members and family members
Skill in: Problem identification and resolution
Ability to: Work independently and within diverse work teams
Ability to: Document case files and information within required/mandated timelines
Ability to: Maintain confidentiality

Nice To Haves

Responsibilities

Driving a vehicle to conduct onsite visits to members’ homes, schools and/or program sites to develop relationships and to discuss services needs and supports
Developing, writing, reviewing, monitoring, and evaluating Individual Support Plans (ISP’s) in accordance with mandated timelines and documenting individual progress and concerns, and completing appropriate referrals to community agencies
Researching community for available resources to meet needs identified in ISP to inform members of resource options
Facilitating meetings and program visits to assist with members/family choices; completing referrals for assessed/covered services
Collaborating with community agencies to provide assistance and support to members and families in crisis

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child.
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Stipend Opportunities
Infant at Work Program
Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities