DSHS DDA Developmental Disabilities Case/Resource Manager

State of Washington • Grant County, WA

354d • Hybrid

About The Position

If you are devoted to serving those with developmental disabilities, consider this exciting opportunity. The Developmental Disabilities Administration is expanding the number of people we serve and is hiring experienced Resource Case Managers to work in our offices. There is a need for a Case Resource Manager in Moses Lake, WA. If you already have some social service experience, this is an incredible way to advance your career. In this role, you will provide specialized case management and resource assistance for people who have developmental disabilities and their families.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in social sciences, social services, human services, behavioral sciences or an allied field and two years of experience providing social services to people with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
• Six years of experience in providing social services to people with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
• Satisfactory completion of 12 months as a Case Resource Manager Trainee.
• Equivalent experience/education.
• Graduate training in the areas listed above will substitute, year for year, for one year of experience providing social services to people with developmental disabilities.

Nice To Haves

• Possess basic computer skills, including use of e-mail, basic software, data entry, and internet access.
• Working knowledge of the Developmental Disabilities Administration's residential and county service guidelines, RCWs, WACs, and policies/procedures.
• Ability to safeguard sensitive and confidential information and documents, and maintain confidentiality regarding client information.
• Able to prioritize and organize work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural diversity.
• A Certified interpreter allows for a 5% pay increase but is not required.

Responsibilities

• Identify support needs of clients and plan for and authorize payment for appropriate services.
• Schedule and conduct face-to-face home visits and living quarters with clients and families.
• Facilitate person-centered goal-planning discussions with clients and family.
• Complete and revise client assessments and person-centered service plans within established timelines as required for caseload.
• Identify clients or families in crisis and make referrals as needed to appropriate authorities, department/administration services, state plan services, or local community resources.
• Determine financial and functional eligibility for any requested and/or enrolled program.
• Review and monitor client plans, reports, and client progress.
• Obtain translation and interpretation services for clients and families when needed.
• Establish and maintain complete and accurate case files, provider payment records, planned service written approvals/waivers.
• Professionally represent DDA and participate in community and agency meetings.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits starting on day one.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Economic Programs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree