Human Services Case Manager

Human Services Case Manager

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.

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!

Summary of Duties

As a Human Services Case Manager, you will:

This position will match the needs of Aging and People with Disabilities in the community with current federal, state and local programs or other resources that are available to meet those needs. This is done through case management and by screening applicants for long term community-based care and nursing homes. This position will also assess eligibility, re-determine needs, and adjusts benefits and services accordingly.

Also, this individual will act as an advocate for clients and aging and persons with disabilities within the community.

Minimum Qualifications

A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.

• 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 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 screening and assessing candidates through interviewing to determine initial eligibility for Long Term Care Services (LTCS)

• Experience developing detailed individualized service plans

• Experience reaching out to community referrals for other services including Adult Protective Services

• Experience documenting all aspect of the cases in narration

Attention all candidates! Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process. Please include detailed work and education history.

• 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. If you are selected as the final candidate and a degree is listed as a minimum qualification for the position, please be prepared to provide verification of your completed education before moving forward in the hiring process.
  
  Note:
  
  Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.

• 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.

• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

Working Conditions

• This position requires work on site and is not a remote position.

• The office is open from 8am-5pm, Monday through Friday. The needs of the public will be adequately served.

• The work schedule for this position is a 40-hour work week. May require some overtime work before and after scheduled work hours and on weekends.

• General office conditions. This position also includes an office environment that includes long periods of sitting for data entry, document reviews and desk side interviewing.

• Daily ongoing use of a keyboard and CRT screen are necessary. There may be physical exertion such as climbing stairs, walking on uneven terrain and transporting a laptop.

• May come into…