State of Oregon - Salem, OR
posted 4 days ago
About the position
The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. Opportunity awaits! We are hiring multiple Complex Case Managers (PreAdmission Screening Specialists) to join our team! In these positions, you will determine long term care eligibility and find placement for consumers who are incarcerated in an Oregon Department of Corrections facility, residing at the Oregon State Hospital, or who have complex care needs are eligible for APD Medicaid long term care services. Apply today! Note: this position will receive a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) increase of 6.55% which is not reflected in the salary listed in this posting. The effective date of the increase is January 1, 2025 for February 1, 2025 paychecks.
Responsibilities
- Determine if the consumers could be placed in their own home or the home of a family friend or relative.
- Determine if additional caregiving hours are needed to support the individual and natural supports. If additional hours are needed, request an In-Home Exception request.
- Evaluate the home and determine if modifications are needed to accommodate the consumer needs, such as wheelchair ramps, support bars installed in bathrooms. If modifications are needed, request K-plan funding.
- Assist the consumer or family member with locating caregivers. Refer the consumer or their representatives to resources that will assist them in hiring a caregiver.
- Schedule and conduct CAPS assessments for these consumers to determine if they meet service level eligibility.
- Interview staff at the Oregon State Hospital and the Oregon Department of Corrections regarding the consumer's activities of daily living including cognition.
- Travel to consumers' homes, long term care facilities or hospitals to conduct assessments and interviews throughout the state.
- Provide on-going case management services to APD consumers with Behavioral health conditions, traumatic brain injuries or other complex care needs.
Requirements
- A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.
- Six months of experience providing services to persons who are elderly or disabled.
- Training and experience which shows knowledge of at least four (4) of the areas listed: Medical and psychosocial problems of the elderly and disabled; Normal and abnormal human development and behavior; Appropriate intervention methods for the elderly and disabled; Medical terminology and procedures; Implications of illness or injury upon clients and families; State and Federal rules about long-term care, medical services, and clients' rights; Policies and procedures about agency programs; Available community resources; Crisis intervention, counseling, being an advocate, community relationships, and/or referral methods.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience working with aging adults and people with disabilities.
- Experience conducting a CAPS Assessment or other assessments to determine eligibility.
- Experience locating long term care placements for aging adults and people with disabilities or vulnerable communities.
- Experience collaborating with other units or agencies to coordinate services for aging adults, people with disabilities or vulnerable communities.
Benefits
- ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
- Cost of Living Adjustments.
- Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
- Amazing benefits package.
- Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
