State of Arizona
Job Summary
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 or Click on the here to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come join the DES Team!
The Department of Economic Security, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Case Manager 3 for Support Coordination. 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 a spouse or close family with principal interest in a DDD Qualified Vendor Agreement, and cannot be employed or subcontracted by a DDD Qualified Vendor.
Job Duties
In compliance with requirements, drive vehicle to conduct on-site visits to members/families’ homes and meet with members/families to develop relationships and become familiar with family dynamics/needs/supports and make appropriate referrals to community agencies. Convene and facilitate multi-disciplinary Individual Support Plan meetings to determine and identify services.
Provide assistance and support to members/families in crisis. Attend meetings with members/families, service providers and others as required.
Compile information from a variety of sources to make recommendations for eligibility determinations and re-determinations of eligibility.
Write comprehensive progress notes and maintain case records. Prepare a variety of reports and complete special projects. Attend staffing meetings, training and other meetings (including statewide travel). Confer with supervisor. Act as Supervisor in Supervisor’s absence.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge Of
Methods, procedures and techniques used in the development of Individual Support Plans.
Federal and state statutes and agency policies and procedures relating to the care and assistance for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Principles and practices of case management.
Community resources, medical and behavioral health issues and terminology.
Skills In
Written and oral communication to convey a wide variety of information.
Initiating, developing and maintaining member service plans.
Interviewing.
Counseling and interacting with members and family members.
Ability To
Maintain confidentiality.
Work independently and within diverse work teams.
Lead a team of Support Coordinators in the absence of the supervisor.
Pre-Employment 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.
Employee shall have a valid Level One fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 41-1968 in order to work with children and vulnerable adults.
Candidates for this position shall be subject to a search of both the Department of Child Safety Central Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 8-804 and the Adult Protective Services Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 46-459.
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.
If 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.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete 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
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Stipend Opportunities
Infant at Work Program
Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Contact Us For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Teresa Brown at 480-673-0590 or tbrown@azdes.gov.
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 480-673-0590 or tbrown@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
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The Department of Economic Security, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Case Manager 3 for Support Coordination. 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 a spouse or close family with principal interest in a DDD Qualified Vendor Agreement, and cannot be employed or subcontracted by a DDD Qualified Vendor.
Job Duties
In compliance with requirements, drive vehicle to conduct on-site visits to members/families’ homes and meet with members/families to develop relationships and become familiar with family dynamics/needs/supports and make appropriate referrals to community agencies. Convene and facilitate multi-disciplinary Individual Support Plan meetings to determine and identify services.
Provide assistance and support to members/families in crisis. Attend meetings with members/families, service providers and others as required.
Compile information from a variety of sources to make recommendations for eligibility determinations and re-determinations of eligibility.
Write comprehensive progress notes and maintain case records. Prepare a variety of reports and complete special projects. Attend staffing meetings, training and other meetings (including statewide travel). Confer with supervisor. Act as Supervisor in Supervisor’s absence.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge Of
Methods, procedures and techniques used in the development of Individual Support Plans.
Federal and state statutes and agency policies and procedures relating to the care and assistance for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Principles and practices of case management.
Community resources, medical and behavioral health issues and terminology.
Skills In
Written and oral communication to convey a wide variety of information.
Initiating, developing and maintaining member service plans.
Interviewing.
Counseling and interacting with members and family members.
Ability To
Maintain confidentiality.
Work independently and within diverse work teams.
Lead a team of Support Coordinators in the absence of the supervisor.
Pre-Employment 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.
Employee shall have a valid Level One fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 41-1968 in order to work with children and vulnerable adults.
Candidates for this position shall be subject to a search of both the Department of Child Safety Central Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 8-804 and the Adult Protective Services Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 46-459.
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.
If 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.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete 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
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Stipend Opportunities
Infant at Work Program
Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Contact Us For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Teresa Brown at 480-673-0590 or tbrown@azdes.gov.
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 480-673-0590 or tbrown@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
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