Initial Posting Date:

06/17/2024

Application Deadline:

07/01/2024

Agency:

Department of Human Services

Salary Range:

4,138.00 - 6,025.00

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Intake Human Services Case Manager

Job Description:

Human Services Case Manager

Bilingual Spanish Preferred

Salary Range: $4,138 - $6,025

Location: Beaverton

Opening date: June 17th, 2024

Closing date: July 1st, 2024

** Bilingual skills in both Spanish and English are preferred, but not a requirement for this position. This position may receive a 5% differential pay based on passing the required language test.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are actively working to build an equitable agency with the Equity North Star as our guide toward our vision of an agency free of racism, discrimination and bias. We believe that teams in which everyone can show up as their full authentic self are key to creating a thriving workforce that can better serve communities. We welcome members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to apply.

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!

Aging and People with Disabilities (APD), part of the Oregon Department of Human Services, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual for Human Services Case Managers in the Beaverton office.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Click here to learn more about Aging and People with Disabilities.

Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), A place to belong and make a difference!

• When you join the ODHS, you join a community of over 10,000 employees dedicated to serving and helping Oregonians achieve wellbeing and independence through opportunities that protect, empower, respect choice, and preserve dignity.

• Connect with ODHS Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and find a place to belong, build community and participate in shared learning. ERGs are employee-driven committees that support each other as well as the ODHS’ overall mission and vision.

• Equity is foundational to our role as a human services agency, and we are committed to integrating equity into all we do. The Equity North Star has four points that explain the agency's goals related to equity and inclusion.

• Enjoy a work-life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, and competitive benefits packages including health, dental, vision and much more!

YOUR DUTIES AT A GLANCE:

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, in-home care and nursing homes. This case manager position will coordinate the initial intake process to determine eligibility for long term care and services. This individual will also act as an advocate for clients with community partners to manage and coordinate care.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

General office environment. You will visit clients, hospitals, nursing homes, APD offices and other providers. A current driver’s license, and an acceptable driving record is required.

WHAT YOU NEED TO QUALIFY/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS(MQ’s):

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 in a fast-paced environment delivering customer service to end users

• 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

**Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes within your application materials. These attributes will be used to determine which candidates will be selected to move forward in the process.

Your application and/or resume will be used when completing a pay equity assessment. The pay equity assessment determines your pay rate/salary step, so complete and detailed work and education history is helpful.

HOW TO APPLY

Your work history profile, cover letter, and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and showcase your skills and experience that make you the best candidate for the position.

• Current State of Oregon: Apply via your employee Workday account. (This includes permanent and limited duration employees; temporaries are not counted as internal candidates). View this job aid for help.

• If you are not a current State of Oregon employee, view this application instructional video.

• Please upload a resume OR complete the work history profile. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application. **Emailed resumes and cover letters will not be accepted; they must be attached to your Workday application to be considered.

• 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.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Finalists for this position will be subject to a computerized criminal history and abuse check. Adverse background information will be reviewed and could result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer or termination of employment.

• 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.

HELPFUL INFORMATION:

• This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

• This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

• Have questions about Workday, and want some tips on understanding the state application process? Check out our Oregon job opportunities page.

• If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the application or selection process, please contact ADA.DHS@dhsoha.state.or.us. Please be sure to include the job requisition number.

• For questions about the job duties or application process, please contact Amy.acree@odhs.oregon.gov. Please be sure to include the job requisition number.