Case Manager

The County of Colusa Department of Health & Human Services is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Case Manager to join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with special health care needs and their families. Are you passionate about helping children and families navigate complex needs and connect with the services and resources they need to thrive? As a Case Manager in the California Children’s Services (CCS) program , you will work directly with children and young adults with serious chronic or physically disabling medical conditions and their families. You will assess client needs, coordinate services, provide support and advocacy, and connect families with appropriate medical, community, and social service resources. The Colusa County Department of Health & Human Services is the largest department in the County, with more than 80 staff members. Our agency serves Colusa County residents through a variety of programs, including CalWORKs, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS), Adult and Children’s Services, Public Health, and Housing. Our strong, team-oriented leadership provides ongoing support for daily operations and encourages employees to grow, develop their skills, and reach their full potential. If you are looking for an opportunity to build meaningful relationships with families, coordinate critical services, and contribute to positive outcomes for children in our community. There is currently one position available within the Health & Human Services Department. This recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy, with an anticipated start date between mid-October and November 1st. This timing will also provide the selected candidate with the necessary program-specific training. An eligibility list will be established from this recruitment to support the filling of future vacancies without requiring the County to conduct a new recruitment. What's this Job All About? As a Case Manager, you’ll be the person helping families navigate the CCS program and access specialized care for their children. You’ll coordinate with families, healthcare providers, and community partners to arrange medical services, equipment, therapy, and other supports based on each child’s needs. The role involves assessing needs, coordinating care, communicating with multiple providers, and helping families understand and access available resources. It’s a great fit for someone who enjoys building relationships, staying organized, solving problems, and advocating for children and their families. You’ll be part of a collaborative department where you’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills while contributing to services that directly support children with significant health care needs. How do we make a difference? Department of Health & Human Services employees are dedicated to serving Colusa County residents by offering services that improve their health, promote their well-being, and help them become productive and independent contributors to our community. At the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), we work a 37.5-hour full-time work week, with the option of a flex schedule and potential upcoming opportunities to work remotely 1–2 days per week (depending on position) following the training period. This allows our staff to maintain a work-life balance that best fits their needs. Our staff enjoy coming to work, where every day is different, and they have the opportunity to positively impact members of our community by providing excellent customer service and access to available services. Culture is at Our Core Working for Colusa County offers a unique work lifestyle that blends professional fulfillment with the tranquility of working in a rural and beautiful environment. Our county agencies take pride in our ability to work as a team. We have a collaborative and positive work environment where everyone has something to contribute, and everyone matters! What are the benefits? A beautiful, safe community in which to work and serve. A caring, empathetic, & fun work family that you will be welcomed into. A job with WORK-LIFE BALANCE Competitive salary commensurate with education & experience A LIFETIME PAYCHECK (% @ 60 for Classic Members and 2% @ 62 for New Members)– As long as you work for 5 years and vest in the CalPERS system, you will receive a retirement paycheck for the rest of your life. Amazing health care BENEFITS at NO COST to you–Unless you choose a premium health care plan. Authentically kind and engaged leadership who truly enjoy developing staff. 457 Deferred Compensation. PAID vacation, PAID holidays (15), and PAID leave if you get sick. Vacation Parity–Previous service with a public agency counts towards vacation accrual at Colusa County. A public agency includes cities, counties, districts, the military, and similar entities. To learn more about vacation parity, please see our benefit summary. COME WORK FOR THE COUNTY OF COLUSA: WE’RE WAITING FOR YOU! Receives general supervision from the assigned supervisor. Experience and Training Guidelines - any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Four years’ experience working with the client population in either mental health or social services. Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in mental health or social services. License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver’s license. The salary range above consists of 15 steps. Steps 1-6 are annual merit steps with approximately 5% difference between each step, based on successful performance. Steps 7-15 are additional merit steps, requiring 2 years of satisfactory performance at the previous step. Steps 7-14 provide 2.5% increases, while Step 15 offers a 5% increase. The final salary offered will depend on the applicant’s experience and qualifications, ranging from steps 1 to 15. #J-18808-Ljbffr