TANF Case Manager

Continuum of Colorado Inc•Aurora, CO

19d•$21•Hybrid

About The Position

Continuum of Colorado has an opening to be our next TANF Case Manager. As our TANF Case Manager, you will communicate, coordinate, and provide Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) case management services to individuals and families receiving services and support. We’re committed to a great work-life balance here, so you’ll get to work full-time at 36 hours/week with a 4-day work week, Monday through Thursday! Additionally, it is a hybrid remote position, with opportunities to work in the office, in the community, and at home.

Requirements

Must pass security and criminal background checks required by each county with a TANF contract
Knowledge of various vocational training techniques and basic behavior management principals
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Work independently
Work flexible hours, as needed
Valid Colorado driver's license and proof of auto insurance
Personal vehicle in good operating condition for use during work as appropriate.
Meet our driving requirements - no suspensions/revocations and no more than two (2) moving violations in the past three (3) years

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred; additional related work experience may be substituted for advanced study requirement
Previous experience with Colorado Works/TANF
One year of case management experience

Responsibilities

Maintains contact with eligibility technicians as necessary and attends monthly staffing with county for TANF clients
Communicates with service providers and health care professionals to help determine limitations, abilities and restrictions to self-sufficiency for individuals receiving TANF supports
Coordinates and contracts for childcare with TANF County contractors for individuals in work participation programs
Coordinates services and supports (i.e. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, employers, Social Security, TANF County offices)
Monitors progress of TANF participants
Accurately completes and distributes program documentation to include case notes, DVR application and supporting documentation, comprehensive assessment documentation, etc.
Develops and maintains current and organized case files as required by the agency, State of Colorado, and respective County human services departments.