Job Type

Full-time
Description

Job Title: Adult Services Agency (ASA) Case Manager
Hiring Range: $20.97-$22.85 per hour, depending on qualifications
FSLA Status: Full Time, Non Exempt, 40 hours per week
This position will remain open until filled. All candidates must submit an online application to be considered for the position. To apply, visit us at our website: arielcpa.org.
Position Summary: The ASA Case Manager is responsible for providing person-centered care coordination for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities to promote a high quality of life.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice to join our team! Ariel is offering a Professional Development opportunity to support you with your learning while you are working. The position offers on the job learning while earning a nationally recognized certification and a full time salary with access to Ariel's Expansive Benefit Package. (Benefit Package details are listed below) You will develop the necessary skills to perform as a Case Manager and entry to Ariel's Case Manager Tier Program for your professional growth!
Ariel Clinical Services Mission
To provide safe, nurturing, and supportive environments for our clients so that they may have the opportunities to develop their strengths, maximize their potentials and fully participate in society.
We care about our team, at Ariel, we offer an expansive benefit package:
Subject to Eligibility.

• Case Manager Certification with option to advance to Ariel's Tier Program.
• Flexible Work Schedule and Environment
• Creating a Culture of Awesomeness!
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Medical & Dental Insurance Premiums are 100% covered by Ariel, which averages to an additional $4.80/hour to your total compensation!
• HSA and FSA
• Employer covered Life Insurance
• $50/month; $600/year with Lifestyle Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits to include Life, Disability Insurance, Legal & ID Shield through MetLife
• Retirement 403B
• 403B Employer Match up to 4% at one year anniversary
• Generous Paid Time Off Accrual
• 11 Holidays OFF and PAID
• 48 hours of Paid Sick Leave
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Employer provided work phone and laptop
• Supplemental Pay for On Call up to $150/week after initial Case Manager training and assigned caseload
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Establish, build, and maintain rapport with individuals, independent contractors, and other members of the multidisciplinary team in order that optimal information gathering, and collective decision making may occur. These duties must be carried out in a manner that respects the rights and dignity of individuals, is driven by individual choice and promotes community inclusion.
2. Provide case management for individuals. Work closely with, and act as the liaison between collaborating agencies/multi-disciplinary team.
3. Develop, monitor, and document mandated services and programming, and ensure individual satisfaction. Ensure individual files are audit ready and in compliance with Volume 8 rules and regulations.
4. Understand and participate in all relevant assessments to ensure appropriate level of care for individuals.
5. Facilitate home visits and meetings to assess the needs and progress of individuals and intervene as appropriate. Provide mediation as needed.
6. In a timely manner, effectively and appropriately communicate potential risks and/or threats to an individual or program to Ariel supervisors and collaborating agencies.
7. Participate in mandatory rotation for "on call" to support our individuals.
8. Participate in ongoing program evaluation to ensure program effectiveness.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

1. Must work closely with other Ariel Programs and offices.
2. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. The ability to communicate respectfully and effectively in both individual and group settings.
2. Ability to be flexible, and able to change direction rapidly with a positive attitude.
3. Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, complete a wide variety of tasks in a timely and accurate fashion and direct others, as needed.
4. Basic computer knowledge.
5. Exercise independent, ethical judgment within the scope and boundaries of the department, the Agency's Standard Operating Procedures, and Federal, State and Local Rules and Regulations.
6. Ability to organize and present case material in a straightforward and concise written manner.
7. Ability to provide reliable, insured transportation for self and others through the community served.
8. Ability to be a reliable and supportive team member.
9. Ability to always represent Ariel in a professional and respectful manner.
10. Knowledge of community resources (social, public agency, and information) to assist clients in accessing these resources.
11. Ability to demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance as scheduled and requested.

Education and Experience
Required: Candidate must meet minimum requirement option 1 or option 2 to be considered for the position.
Option #1: Bachelor's degree in social or behavioral sciences, four years' experience in a human services field.
Option #2: A combination of experience and education to equal 4 years.
Preferred:

• Experience with Evidence Based Individual Behavioral Supports and Services.
• Minimum of two years working with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities population.
• One year experience mental health experience.

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid Regular Driver's License, with acceptable driving record.
• CPR, 1st Aid - before contact with clients.
• Safety Care - within 60 days of hire.
• Informed Supervision -deviant sexual behaviors training - within 60 days of hire, may not be left unsupervised with clients until this training is completed.
• QMAP - (Medical Administration Certification) within 60 days of hire, may not provide medication to clients without this certification Client Specific Training of individuals on caseload.
• BSIT
• Person-Centered Training

Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Physical Demands

1. This position requires that the incumbent be capable of bending, sitting, stretching, and/or reaching regularly for periods up to 2 hours without a break.
2. This position requires that the incumbent have adequate hand and finger dexterity to properly perform the functions of the position.
3. This position requires lifting regularly up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 40 pounds.
4. This position requires the ability to hear, see, smell, and distinguish temperature, at a level which is adequate to ensure client and staff health and safety. Adaptive devices are acceptable.
5. This position will require daily driving of up to 1 hour per day and occasionally up to 8 hours per day.

Work Environment

1. Exposure to typical climate-controlled office environment when in the office.
2. Exposure to all climates and weather conditions while working in the field.
3. Exposure to blood borne pathogens and infectious disease is possible but limited.
4. At times, physical interventions may be required.
5. Exposure to hazardous chemicals is possible but limited.

Required Background Checks & Documentation

1. Criminal Background Investigation (CBI)
2. Colorado Adult Protective Services (CAPS)
3. CBI Sex Offender Background Check
4. National Sex Offender Background Check
5. Reference check
6. Driver's License Record
7. Office of Inspector General
8. I-9 Documentation
9. Reliable Automobile with adequate, valid auto insurance

Salary Description

$20.97-$22.85, DOQ