What are the responsibilities and job description for the CASE MANAGER 2 position at Arizona Department of Economic Security?
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona.
DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision : A thriving Arizona.
DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life.
CASE MANAGER 2
Job Location : Address : Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD)
290 E. La Canada Blvd - Avondale, AZ 85323
8990 W. Peoria Ave - Peoria, AZ 85345
11526 W. Bell Rd - Surprise, AZ 85378 Posting Details : Salary : $49,000 - $51,000
Grade : 17
Closing Date : January 31, 2025 Job Summary :
Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES) we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals who are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov; or click on the link here to view ‘Our DES' video. Come join the DES Team!
The Department of Economic Security, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Case Manager 2. DDD provides individuals with developmental disabilities, and their families, services and supports that are flexible, high quality, and member driven. These services provide individuals with opportunities to exercise their rights and responsibilities of independent decision-making and engagement in the community.
Applicants for this position cannot be licensed or certified by the DDD Office of Licensing Certification and Regulation, cannot have a principal interest in or have spouse or close family with principal interest in a DDD Qualified Vendor Agreement, and cannot be employed or subcontracted by a DDD Qualified Vendor.
Job Duties :
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to :
- Driving a vehicle to conduct onsite visits to members' homes, schools and / or program sites to develop relationships and to discuss services needs and supports
- Developing, reviewing, monitoring, and evaluating Person-Centered Plans (PCSP's) in accordance with mandated timelines and documenting individual progress and concerns, and completing appropriate referrals to community agencies
- Researching community for available resources to meet needs identified in ISP to inform members of resource options
- Facilitating meetings and program visits to assist with members / family choices; completing referrals for assessed / covered services
- Collaborating with community agencies to provide assistance and support to members and families in crisis
- Writing comprehensive progress notes and maintaining case records; preparing a variety of reports and completing special projects as required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) :
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Benefits :
The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include :
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement :
State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.
On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.
Contact Us :
For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Pio Guillen 602-402-6411 or email ElpidioGuillen@azdes.gov.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting Pio Guillen at 602-402-6411 or elpidioguillen@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
Salary : $49,000 - $51,000