Human Services Case Manager (bilingual Spanish Preferred)

Human Services Case Manager (Bilingual Spanish Preferred)

The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

This position is Bilingual Spanish Preferred. It is not required. Please indicate on your application material if you have bilingual Spanish language skills.

Opportunity awaits! Do you want the opportunity to match the needs of people in the community with available federal, state and local programs or other resources to meet those needs? Do you want to be part of a diverse workforce that collaborates and learns from each other to improve services that supports the elderly, people with disabilities and communities? Then, we want to hear from you!

This position will be located at the APD Redmond Office. The address is: 1135 SW Highland Ave, Redmond, OR 97756.

Summary of Duties

The primary purpose of this position is to assess the physical and cognitive needs of Oregonians applying for, or currently receiving, long-term care services. The position also determines some financial eligibility for some long-term care programs. It is responsible for developing, coordinating, and arranging a variety of services supporting older adults and people with disabilities in receiving continuity of care. It also allows families in Oregon's family assistance programs to become self-sufficient while helping them meet their basic needs.

Case Managers help develop and implement case management plans, coordinate the provision of services for community-based care and nursing home care, regularly review and update long-term care service eligibility, monitor social service plans, and identify and mitigate safety risks.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in a Behavioral Science, Social Science, or a closely related field; OR A Bachelor's degree in any field and one year of human services related experience (i.e., work providing assistance to individuals and groups with issues such as economically disadvantaged, employment, abuse and neglect, substance abuse, aging, disabilities, prevention, health, cultural competencies, inadequate housing); OR An Associate's degree in a Behavioral Science, Social Science or a closely related field AND two years of human services related experience (i.e., work providing assistance to individuals and groups with issues such as economically disadvantaged, employment, abuse and neglect, substance abuse, aging, disabilities, prevention, health, cultural competencies, inadequate housing); OR Three years of human services related experience (i.e., work providing assistance to individuals and groups with issues such as economically disadvantaged, employment, abuse and neglect, substance abuse, aging, disabilities, prevention, health, cultural competencies, inadequate housing).

Essential Attributes

• Experience with managing services for individuals.
• Experience interpreting and implementing policy and procedures.
• Experience preparing and maintaining written narrative documentation of actions taken.
• Experience interviewing to obtain information to evaluate the next steps to take in a process.

Preference will be given to candidates that are bilingual in Spanish.

Application Instructions & Requirements

Your work history profile, cover letter, and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and demonstrate your skills, lived and/or work experience that shows you are an excellent candidate for the position.

• Please upload a resume or complete the work history profile. Please make sure your application materials, resume and job history, are clearly outlined as this information will be used to determine your starting salary range. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.
• Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.
• If you are not a current State of Oregon employee, view this application instructional video.
• After you submit your application, you will have additional tasks to complete in Workday. Please continue to check your Workday account throughout the recruitment process.
• The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.

Working Conditions

• General office environment. You will visit clients, hospitals, nursing homes, APD offices and other providers.
• May work with individuals experiencing trauma or crisis. Some individuals may have challenges managing their emotions.
• May encounter situations requiring quick decision-making to ensure the safety of oneself or others.
• A current driver's license is required and an acceptable driving record.

Background Checks and Requirements

• If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification. Additional background check information.
• The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

• ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
• Cost of Living Adjustments.
• Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
• Amazing benefits package.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Employment Preference

• Veterans' preference:
• Veterans' preference information.
• How to submit your Veteran documents for preference. Please do not attach your Veterans' preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.

General Information

• This is a permanent, full-time position and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
• This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.

Contact Information

• We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), application questions or job-specific questions.
• The recruiter for this position is Amy Acree. If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition number.
• Email: Amy.Acree@odhs.oregon.gov