DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY

Division of Developmental Disabilities

Address:  333 North 8th Avenue, Safford, Arizona 85546

Salary: 49,000.00 - 51,000.00 

Grade: 17

Closing Date:  05/08/2024

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizona 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 is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Case Manager 2. This position will provide service and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, and their families, manages the ongoing caseload, and monitoring to ensure his/her goals are making progress.

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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Research community for available resources to meet needs identified in PCSP and to inform member of resource options
• Facilitate meetings and program visits to assist with member/family choices
• Drive vehicle to conduct on-site visits to members/families home, schools, and program sites to discuss service needs and supports
• Develop and write PCSP, document individual progress and concerns, and complete appropriate referrals to community agencies
  

Knowledge in:

• Principles and practices of case management, applied behavioral interventions and child development
• Methods, procedures, and techniques used in the development of PCSP (Person Centered Service Plan)
• Medical and behavioral health issues and terminology

Skills in:

• Developing, evaluating, and maintaining member service plans
• Interviewing, counseling, and interacting with members and family members
• Conducting needs assessments, and problem identification with resolution

Abilities in:

• Work independently and within diverse work teams
• Elicit accurate data from a variety of sources
• Document case files and information within required mandated timelines
  
  

N/A

• An Arizona licensed registered nurse in good standing OR a degree in social work, OR a bachelor's degree in psychology, special education or counseling AND have at least one (1) year experience providing case management services to persons who are elderly and/or persons with physical or developmental disabilities and/or members determined to have a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) OR have a minimum of two (2) years’ experience providing case management services to persons who are elderly and/or persons with physical or developmental disabilities and/or members determined to have a Serious Mental Illness (SMI).
• Successfully pass background and reference check; employment is contingent upon completion of the above mentioned process and the Agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
• This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stipend Opportunities
• Infant at Work Program
• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
• Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance

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

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.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Brenda Simpson at 520-307-5579 or brendasimpson@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 Brenda Simpson at 520-307-5579 or brendasimpson@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.