Case Manager - Phoenix, United States - Maricopa County

Maricopa County

Verified Company

Phoenix, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Posting Date

05/08/24

Application Deadline

05/13/24

Pay Range

Hiring Pay Range:
$ $29.63 Hourly

Job Type

Contractor with Benefits

Department

Human Services

About the Position

If you want to immediately make a difference in the lives of vulnerable seniors and adults in Maricopa County AND join a team of passionate change agents who improve the lives of over 3,000 individuals a year - this is the job for you As a case manager, you will work directly with clients to assess their needs, authorize services, and monitor their progress with the goal of helping clients live with dignity in their homes and reach their highest level of independence

About Us

The Senior and Adult Services Division (SASD) directly works with low-income seniors and individuals across all of Maricopa County. SASD works in partnership with many service providers to provide in-home and community-based care.

SASD expects its supervisors and managers to practice core Leadership Principals that include:
Supportive Supervision; Communication of Expectations; Staff Empowerment; and the Dissemination of Information.

You will be part of a Human Services Department that aim to be the collective leader for human services systems change using evidence-based approaches to ensure all community members have opportunities to thrive.

Proud to Offer- Perform work with a greater purpose- Tuition reimbursement- Exceptional work-life balance- Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County- Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents- Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave- Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts- Employee discounts for goods and services- Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System.

This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.29% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1- Learn more at- Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZWe Require- At least two years of professional case management experience with individuals who are aging, adults with disabilities, or other vulnerable populations- Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field

We Value- Case management experience assessing for, monitoring, and coordinating in-home and community-based services for individuals who are aging, adults with disabilities, or other vulnerable populations- Master's degree in social work or related field- Moderate written and verbal bilingual skills in Spanish/English

Job Contributions- Use a person-centered model of care, assesses for, authorizes, and monitors services for individuals who are aging and adults with disabilities- Provide empathetic, comprehensive, and prompt care to vulnerable clients- Utilize a holistic approach to ensure assessments cover the full range of needs presented by a client, including, but not limited to, medical, behavioral health, and socioeconomic needs- Complete required case management documentation within strict timelines based on contractual agreements- Utilize community resources/funding in the most effective, efficient, and responsive manner to benefit the well-being of individuals served- Coordinate client care with community partners such as home-care providers, Adult Protective Services, the Public Fiduciary's Office, Community Paramedicine Programs, hospice providers, and others- Perform other duties as assigned, which are consistent with the position and in compliance with agency policies and procedures

Working Conditions- Work conditions will include working in an Office and Direct Service with Case Managers and Clients in the field Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds.

Must have the ability to walk through cluttered and unsanitary in-home environments- Possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license at the time of hire- Successfully secure and maintain a DPS Class One Fingerprint Clearance Card- Pass a Central Registry background check

Selection ProcedureMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.