DSHS DDA Roads to Community Living Case Resource Manager

Company:  State of Washington
Location: Pasco
Closing Date: 18/10/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Salary: $5,370.00 - $7,226.00 Monthly
Location : Multiple Locations - Western Washington, WA
Job Type: Various Job Types
Job Number: 2024-11183
Department: Dept. of Social and Health Services
Division: DDA
Opening Date: 10/04/2024
Closing Date: 10/13/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step
Description
Developmental Disability Case Resource Manager
If you are devoted to serving those with developmental disabilities, consider this exciting opportunity.
The is expanding the number of people we serve and is hiring several Roads to Community Living Case Resource Managers to work in our offices in Region 3 including Bremerton, Tacoma, and Vancouver.
If you already have some social service experience, this is an incredible way to advance your career. In this role, you will provide specialized case management and resource assistance for people who have developmental disabilities and their families.
Where you will work
Currently, these jobs may be located anywhere within Region 3 which include, Clark, Clallam, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, Kitsap, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, Skamania, Thurston, and Wahkiakum counties. We support a hybrid work model. For your first few months, you should expect to be in your local office regularly to receive support, and training and to connect with your peers. You and your supervisor will identify an appropriate work schedule, which may include the options to continue with the hybrid work model, modified work schedules, work at the duty station, or telework. You will be required to attend training outside of your local office, travel within the state of Washington will be required. As a DSHS employee, you'll receive excellent benefits starting on day one!
This opportunity will require travel to meet business needs. This position is also covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
Some of what you will do:
  • Identify support needs of clients of Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) and plan for and authorize payment for appropriate services.
  • Schedule and conduct face-to-face home visits with clients and families, including viewing living quarters.
  • Facilitate discussion with client and family regarding person-centered goal planning.
  • Complete and revise client assessments and person centered service plans in CARE within established timelines as required for caseload and according to WAC, and send appropriate notices to client and representative.
  • Determine financial and functional eligibility for any requested and/or enrolled program.
  • Obtain written approval from appropriate parties for planned services.
  • Complete service authorizations and input into ProviderOne timely, preauthorizing whenever possible, to ensure timely provider payments.
  • Review and monitor client plans, reports, and client progress.
  • Request Waiver Enrollment Requests, Exceptions to Rule, and Prior Approvals, timely and per requirements.
  • .Obtain translation and interpretation services for clients and families when needed or requested.
  • Identify clients or families in crisis and make referrals as needed to appropriate authorities, department/administration services, state plan services, or local community resources.
  • Establish and maintain complete and accurate case files.
  • Represent DDA and participate in community and agency meetings as required, demonstrating cooperative, professional communication skills.
  • Provide supports for transitions from institutional settings into the community
We are looking for professionals who have:
  • Compose professional, clear and grammatically correct correspondence
  • Organize the work environment and prioritize work assignments
  • Possess basic computer skills, including use of e-mail, basic software (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, etc.), system applications (e.g., CARE) and internet access
  • Ability to safeguard sensitive and confidential information and documents and maintain confidentiality regarding client information
  • Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural diversity
  • Work collaboratively and independently in the office and community
  • Identify issues of a serious and/or sensitive nature that need to be reported to supervisor/chain of command
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple requirements
  • Experience determining eligibility of applicants for programs or services, including gathering financial and other information, interpreting rules, and conducting interviews in order to make decisions
  • Working knowledge of Developmental Disabilities Administration RCWs, WACs, policies, and procedures
  • A Certified interpreter allows for a 5% pay increase but is not required.
Who should apply?
A Bachelor's degree in social sciences, social services, human services, behavioral sciences or an allied field and two years of experience providing social services to people with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Or
Six years of experience in providing social services to people with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Or
Satisfactory completion of 12 months as a Case Resource Manager Trainee.
Or
Equivalent experience/education
Graduate training in the areas listed above will substitute, year for year, for one year of experience providing social services to people with developmental disabilities.
Interested? Please include the following with your application:
  • Updated resume
  • Three professional references with contact information
  • Cover letter explaining why you are interested in the job and how your skills and experience meet these job qualifications
  • Transcripts upon request
Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs.
The Department of Social and Health Services' (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency's vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Questions about this opportunity? Please contact Grant Grady at and reference project number 11183.
Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 12-31-2022
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Describe in detail your combination of education and years of experience providing social services to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
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For which locations are you willing to consider employment? (Check all that apply)
  • Aberdeen
  • Bremerton
  • Centralia
  • Kelso
  • Port Angeles
  • Port Townsend
  • Shelton
  • South Bend
  • Tacoma
  • Tumwater
  • Vancouver

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