DSHS HCLA Referral and Authorization Case Manager

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Developmental Disabilities Case/Resource Manager

If you are devoted to serving those with developmental disabilities, consider this exciting opportunity.

The Home & Community Living Administration (HCLA) Developmental Disabilities Community Services (DDCS) Division is hiring a Health-Related Social Needs Referral and Authorization Case Manager to work in our Tacoma or Tumwater office.

This project position is working closely with the Health Care Authority (HCA) to administer the array of innovative new Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN) services and supports to include medically tailored meals, food and vegetable prescriptions, pantry restocking, air conditioners and installation for high-risk clients with access to cooling, pest eradication services, displacementhousing funding, hoarding remediation, and caregiver respite services.

The scope of clients HRSN services are available to include all Apple Health eligible clients when deemed medically appropriate using clinical and other health-related social needs. Where you will work

This position is located in ether the Tacoma or Tumwater office, and you have the option to work in office, telework at your home, or we also support a hybrid work model of office and telework.

The standard work schedule is Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm. You may have the option of a modified work schedule after successfully completing your 6-month probationary period.

You will be required to attend training outside of your local office. Travel within the region to conduct in-person assessments and meetings with clients and community partners will be required.

Peirce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs.

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

Some of what you will do:

• Conduct functional and financial HRSN assessments using the department’s Comprehensive Assessment Reporting and Evaluation (CARE Web) to determine level of care and eligibility for the HRSN
• The HRSN assessment will be completed meeting the quality standards set forth in the Long-Term Care Manual
• Complete initial 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
• Identify support needs of clients of DDCS and plan for and authorize payment for appropriate services
• Obtain translation and interpretation services for clients and families when needed or requested
• Based on assessed needs, refer individuals to appropriate DDCS services, other department services, and community programs/resources
• Identify clients or families in crisis and make emergent referrals to appropriate authorities, department/administration services, state plan services, or local community resources

We are looking for professionals who have:

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 the experience providing social services to people with developmental disabilities.

Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Possess basic computer skills, including use of e-mail, basic software, data entry, and internet access
• Working knowledge of the Developmental Disabilities Community Services Division residential and county service guidelines, RCWs, WACs, and policies/procedures
• Ability to safeguard sensitive and confidential information and documents, and maintain confidentiality regarding client information, yet identify issues of a serious and/or sensitive nature that need to be reported to the supervisor
• Able to prioritize and organize work in a fast-paced work environment
• Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural diversity
• A Certified interpreter allows for a 5% pay increase but is not required

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

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 a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS.

We strive to support all Washingtonians, 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 grant.grady@dshs.wa.gov and reference project number 00831

Additional 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.

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