Case Manager, Public Health

Have you considered investing in your community? Pinal County is a beautiful place that needs passionate people who want to help others and make a difference in their lives. Public service is a rewarding career choice; not only does it offer a strong sense of purpose, but it also benefits you financially. We may not be the most competitive in salary, but we provide great value to our employees, including highly sought-after retirement plans, paid sabbaticals every five years, and very affordable benefit costs. In the long run, Pinal County is an excellent choice to fulfill your passion and support your retirement! Working at Pinal County is an investment in YOU. Apply today and find out why Pinal County is more than just a job. We are growing so be sure to check out all of our other opportunities as well! Benefits An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work-Life Balance. Paid Vacation And Sick Leave 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One After Three (3) Years of Service, 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually After Five (5) Years of Service, 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually 13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years Two-Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service Three-Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service Four-Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service Four-Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit! Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans - Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From Some Medical Plans with Zero Employee Premium Cost Dental and Vision Plans Comprehensive Wellness Program Quarterly Wellness Challenges Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite Vaccination Clinics Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi Tuition Reimbursement Program Alternative Work Schedules Telehealth Qualified Employer - Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - Department of Education Employee AssistanceProgram with Ongoing Training & Development Options Civil Service Leave Van Pool Options Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance Job Summary Assist Public Health Services Department (PHSD) staff and clients, assist PHSD staff with clinic workflow and patient processing, assist clients with data collection, screening, scheduling, follow-up, referrals, and other case management functions, and perform duties in compliance with state and Federal regulations and County policies and procedures under basic supervision. Responsibilities Assist PHSD clients with information on a variety of clinical service programs, including wellness, disease screening, and family planning and perform duties within scope of authority and training and in compliance with County policies. Provide case management services for Public Health Services Department (PHSD) clients, collect data, review case file documents for accuracy and completeness, update records as needed, assist clients with applications, screen and pre-counsel patients, schedule appointments and referrals, file charts and medical documents, and call patients to discuss test results. Provide educational material and personalized information to clients during pre-screening procedures. Assist clients in accessing other health care and community services programs. Maintain case file records and collect, compile, and report data on PHSD clinic programs. Prepare and review billing information and update medical records computer system. Clean and prepare clinic examination rooms and stock rooms with supplies, medications, and educational materials. Assist professional staff with patient examinations as directed. Assist with community outreach programs and special projects as assigned. Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information. Perform other related duties as required. Qualifications High school diploma or GED equivalent. One (1) year of experience in a medical or social services program. Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements. Preferred Qualifications Bi-lingual English-Spanish language skills. Arizona residents must have a valid Arizona Driver’s License upon hire within 30 days of hire. Knowledge of federal and state public health program regulations and requirements. Knowledge of base management methods, practices, and procedures for health services clinic patients. Knowledge of regional community service agencies, community resources, public health programs, and other public assistance programs for appropriate referrals. Knowledge of principles of record keeping and records management. Skill in compiling and reporting PHSD data, preparing and maintaining accurate records, and generating reports. Skill in assisting with the provision of clinical nursing services and patient care. Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software. Ability to present public health information to at-risk clients and the public. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, other agencies, and the public. Physical Demands The work is medium and requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The work also requires the ability to finger, handle, perform repetitive motion, speak, hear, stand, walk, and demonstrate visual and mental acuity. Work Environment Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the ability to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs. Notice to Applicants We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and respect for others. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process, we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration, which may impact your future Pinal County applications. Offers of employment are valid only if provided in writing and approved by Pinal County Human Resources. All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply. However, visa sponsorship is not available. Pinal County does not participate in STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT). Pinal County requires pre-employment screening, which includes a Motor Vehicle Record check, a comprehensive background check (encompassing employment, education, and criminal history), and drug testing for safety-sensitive roles. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify candidates from employment. Employment offers are contingent on successful pre-employment screening. If driving is a requirement of the position, you must have a valid Arizona State Driver's License in accordance with Arizona State Law. Work in this classification requires an individual to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties, just as though they were actually written out in this description. #J-18808-Ljbffr