Adult Services Case Manager

Adult Services Case Manager

One full-time position. 32 to 40 hours per week.

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Included in on-call rotation. Schedule and hours are flexible based on program needs.

Hiring range: $23.00 - $25.07 / hr., depending upon education and experience.

This position will remain open until filled.

Minimum Requirements

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• A combination of experience with IDD population, case management, and/or formal education totaling 4 years; OR a bachelor's degree in any field.

Preferred:

• 1 year mental health experience.
• 1 year experience with evidence-based behavioral support.
• Bachelor's degree in social or behavior sciences.

We Care About Our Team! At Ariel We Offer An Expansive Benefit Package:

Subject to eligibility.

• Medical, dental, and vision at affordable rates.
• Group life insurance 100% covered.
• Group accident, hospitalization, identity fraud, and critical illness plans available at a discounted rate.
• HSA & FSA employee funded accounts.
• Generous paid time off accrual - 13 PTO days in the first year, 48 hours of paid sick leave, and 11 paid holidays.
• $50/month for participation in wellness program.
• Retirement 403B & 403B employer match up to 5% at one year anniversary.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• And committed to a culture of awesomeness!

Ariel Clinical Services Has Been In Business For Over 30 Years!

Ariel has grown significantly since its early days of serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Today, we offer a broad range of services including residential programs, vocational support, foster care and adoption, therapy, and much more.

We are proud to say we have expanded our reach beyond the western slope! Now, we provide services in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo.

At Ariel, we deeply value our community and recognize the vital role it plays in the lives of our members and employees. That's why we're committed to staying engaged through both financial contributions and hands-on service initiatives.

As we continue to grow, we're equally committed to fostering professional growth for our team. Many of our entry-level roles offer clear pathways for advancement within the organization.

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.

Ariel Clinical Services Mission

To provide safe, nurturing, and supportive environments for children, families, and adults so that they may have the opportunities to develop their strengths, maximize their potentials, and fully participate in society.

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 medication 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

• The ability to communicate respectfully and effectively in both individual and group settings.
• Ability to be flexible, and able to change direction rapidly with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, complete a wide variety of tasks in a timely and accurate fashion and direct others, as needed.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• 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.
• Ability to organize and present case material in a straightforward and concise written manner.
• Ability to provide reliable, insured transportation for self and others through the community served.
• Ability to be a reliable and supportive team member.
• Ability to always represent Ariel in a professional and respectful manner.
• Knowledge of community resources (social, public agency, and information) to assist clients in accessing these resources.
• Ability to demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance as scheduled and requested.

Education and experience

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• A combination of experience with IDD population, case management, and/or formal education totaling 4 years; OR a bachelor's degree in any field.

Preferred:

• 1 year mental health experience.
• 1 year experience with evidence-based behavioral support.
• Bachelor's degree in social or behavior sciences.

Certifications/licenses

• Valid regular driver's license, with acceptable driving record.

• CPR, first 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 two 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 one hour per day and occasionally up to eight 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