Children's Case Manager; IDD & Non-IDD

Jefferson County Human Services is seeking Long Term Care Case Managers responsible for the client‑facing work of this division. Depending on the focus of their team, Long Term Care Case Managers provide a variety comprehensive case management which involves providing individualized support and coordination of services for clients, often with complex needs. This includes conducting assessments to determine eligibility, creating tailored care plans, linking clients to appropriate resources, and maintaining ongoing communication to monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.

It requires a thorough understanding of community resources, policies, and regulations, as well as the ability to advocate effectively for clients. Requires ability to meet individuals at their home and in the community to complete assessment and monitoring activities. As a Children’s Case Manager, you’ll serve as a vital advocate and guide for families—helping them access services, understand their options, and create a coordinated care plan tailored to each child’s unique needs.

Schedule:

4 day/10‑hour work week (Monday‑Thursday). Hybrid, remote & in‑office as needed. Must live within a reasonable commuting distance from the Denver Metro area. Scheduled weekly hours: 40.

Target Hiring Range: $56,869 - $60,825.45 USD. Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires
• Retirement matching
• Wellness programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible schedules
• Remote work options
• and more

• Determine client eligibility by gathering collateral information from hospital, nursing home, long‑term skilled home health and home‑based services.
• Complete a face‑to‑face assessment of clients at their home and in other community settings.
• Attend court appeal hearings to defend denied applications.
• Prepare all legal documents for the appeal hearing.
• Work with Children’s Extensive Waiver, Children’s Residential Habilitative Program Waiver, and Children with Complex Health Needs, Children with Life‑Limiting Illness, and Community First Choice.
• Maintain client care plans by reassessing as necessary for the most cost‑efficient service plan.
• Adhere to state cost containment regulations.
• Ensure family members are fully informed of options available.
• Make referrals as necessary.
• Consult with state agents.
• Negotiate rates and plans with Medicaid providers and other providers.
• Complete billing paperwork.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Minimum qualifications:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and one (1) year of work‑related experience in comprehensive case management.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is an incredible asset and will be compensated upon completion of a communication skill test.
• Knowledge of laws relating to children and families.
• Excellent individual, group and family counseling and crisis management skills.
• Able to learn more than one complex computer system and is patient in the learning process.
• Ability to problem‑solve by using critical thinking and utilizing resources/researching to find solutions that are best for the family and the department.
• High level organizational and time management skills and thrives with strict deadlines.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to adapt communication based on the level of program knowledge of the audience.
• Warm, empathetic, respectable personality.
• Passionate about agency's mission and vision.

• A valid Colorado driver’s license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle within 30 days of hire…