Arizona Department of Economic Security
CASE MANAGER 3 - EARLY INTERVENTION UNIT
Arizona Department of Economic Security, Payson, Arizona, us, 85547
CASE MANAGER 3 - EARLY INTERVENTION UNIT
Posted by Arizona Department of Economic Security. Salary: $52,000 - $56,000. Grade: 18. Closing Date: January 13, 2025.
Job Summary Department of Economic Security (DES), Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), seeks an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Case Manager 3 in an Early Intervention Unit. The role supports families with developmental disabilities by building relationships, coordinating care, and facilitating interdisciplinary planning to help children meet their developmental goals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Drive vehicle to conduct home visits, meeting with individuals and families to assess dynamics, priorities, resources, and concerns, and to make appropriate referrals to community agencies.
Convene and facilitate multi‑disciplinary Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) meetings (minimum every 6 months for each child) to support families in achieving developmental outcomes within the child's natural environment.
Offer families (at the IFSP) AzEIP surveys; educate parents about rights, responsibilities, and procedural safeguards; teach advocacy skills; and assist with grief processes when applicable. Collaborate directly with the Department Of Child Safety (DCS) to meet child needs while in the DCS system. Assess each child's progress regularly.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)
Methods, procedures, and techniques used in the development of Individualized Family Service Plans.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance.
Federal and State statutes and agency policies related to the care of individuals with developmental disabilities.
Principles and practices of case management.
Skills
Initiating, developing, and maintaining member service plans.
Oral and written communication.
Conflict resolution.
Abilities
Work independently and within diverse work teams.
Lead a team of Support Coordinators in the absence of the supervisor.
Organize and manage caseload.
Drive a motor vehicle.
Selective Preferences
One year of experience working with people with Developmental Disabilities preferred.
Pre‑Employment Requirements
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood, Early Child Special Education, Family Studies, or a closely related field, with course review and approval by ADES/AzEIP. Degree options include Psychology, Social Work, Elementary Education, or Sociology.
Valid driver’s license and completion of required training for driving duties.
Level One fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 41‑1968.
Background and reference checks, including registries from the Department of Child Safety and Adult Protective Services.
Successful completion of the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify).
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.
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi‑weekly for the first 3 years.
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi‑weekly.
Paid parental leave – up to 12 weeks per year for newborn or newly‑placed children (pilot program).
Deferred compensation plan.
Wellness plans.
Tuition reimbursement.
Stipend opportunities.
Infant at Work program.
Rideshare and public transit subsidy.
Career advancement and employee development opportunities.
Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance.
Retirement State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) after a 27‑week waiting period. ASRS provides a defined benefit plan for lifelong income. A voluntary deferred compensation program is also available.
Contact Information Questions about this opportunity may be directed to
Laura Kaspar
at 602‑390‑5549 or
LKaspar@azdes.gov .
Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation, such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format, by contacting 602‑390‑5549 or LKaspar@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
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Job Summary Department of Economic Security (DES), Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), seeks an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Case Manager 3 in an Early Intervention Unit. The role supports families with developmental disabilities by building relationships, coordinating care, and facilitating interdisciplinary planning to help children meet their developmental goals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Drive vehicle to conduct home visits, meeting with individuals and families to assess dynamics, priorities, resources, and concerns, and to make appropriate referrals to community agencies.
Convene and facilitate multi‑disciplinary Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) meetings (minimum every 6 months for each child) to support families in achieving developmental outcomes within the child's natural environment.
Offer families (at the IFSP) AzEIP surveys; educate parents about rights, responsibilities, and procedural safeguards; teach advocacy skills; and assist with grief processes when applicable. Collaborate directly with the Department Of Child Safety (DCS) to meet child needs while in the DCS system. Assess each child's progress regularly.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)
Methods, procedures, and techniques used in the development of Individualized Family Service Plans.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance.
Federal and State statutes and agency policies related to the care of individuals with developmental disabilities.
Principles and practices of case management.
Skills
Initiating, developing, and maintaining member service plans.
Oral and written communication.
Conflict resolution.
Abilities
Work independently and within diverse work teams.
Lead a team of Support Coordinators in the absence of the supervisor.
Organize and manage caseload.
Drive a motor vehicle.
Selective Preferences
One year of experience working with people with Developmental Disabilities preferred.
Pre‑Employment Requirements
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood, Early Child Special Education, Family Studies, or a closely related field, with course review and approval by ADES/AzEIP. Degree options include Psychology, Social Work, Elementary Education, or Sociology.
Valid driver’s license and completion of required training for driving duties.
Level One fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 41‑1968.
Background and reference checks, including registries from the Department of Child Safety and Adult Protective Services.
Successful completion of the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify).
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.
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi‑weekly for the first 3 years.
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi‑weekly.
Paid parental leave – up to 12 weeks per year for newborn or newly‑placed children (pilot program).
Deferred compensation plan.
Wellness plans.
Tuition reimbursement.
Stipend opportunities.
Infant at Work program.
Rideshare and public transit subsidy.
Career advancement and employee development opportunities.
Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance.
Retirement State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) after a 27‑week waiting period. ASRS provides a defined benefit plan for lifelong income. A voluntary deferred compensation program is also available.
Contact Information Questions about this opportunity may be directed to
Laura Kaspar
at 602‑390‑5549 or
LKaspar@azdes.gov .
Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation, such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format, by contacting 602‑390‑5549 or LKaspar@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
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