Case Manager 2 Targeted Unit

DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY

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CASE MANAGER 2 - TARGETED UNIT

Job Location :

Division of Development Disabilities

Specialty District Serving District East and District West

11526 West Bell Road Surprise Arizona 85378

11518 East Apache Trail Apache Junction Arizona 85120

Posting Details :

Salary : $49000.00 - $51000.00

Grade : 17

Closing Date : December 4 2025

Job Summary :

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive At the Department of Economic Security (DES) we strengthen individuals families and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals that are committed to service community and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit ; or click on the link here to view Our DES video. Come join the DES Team!

The Department of Economic Security Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Case Manager 2 -Targeted Unit in the Specialty District. DDD provides individuals with developmental disabilities and their families services and supports that are flexible high quality and member driven. These services provide individuals with opportunities to exercise their rights and responsibilities of independent decision-making and engagement in the community.

Applicants for this position cannot be licensed or certified by the DDD Office of Licensing Certification and Regulation cannot have a principal interest in or have a spouse or close family with principal interest in a DDD Qualified Vendor Agreement and cannot be employed or subcontracted by a DDD Qualified Vendor.

Job Duties :

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

Drive a vehicle to conduct onsite visits to members homes schools and / or program sites to develop relationships and to discuss service needs and supports.

Develop review monitor and evaluate Person-Centered Service Plan (PCSP) in accordance with mandated. timeliness and document individual progress and concerns and complete appropriate referrals to community agencies.

Facilitate meetings and program visits to assist with member / family choices; Complete referrals for assessed / covered services.

Collaborate with community agencies to provide assistance and support to members and families in crisis.

Write comprehensive progress notes and maintain case records. Prepare a variety of reports and complete special projects as required.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities (KSAs) :

Knowledge in :

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Medical and behavioral health issues and terminology.

Knowledge of methods procedures and techniques used in the development of Person-Centered Service Plan (PCSP).

Federal and State statutes and agency policies and procedures relating to the care and assistance for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Principles and practices of case management.

Skills In :

Developing evaluating and maintaining member service plans.

Interviewing counseling and interacting with members and family members.

Problem identification and resolution.

Ability to :

Work independently and within diverse work teams.

Organize and manage case load.

Document case files and information within the required / mandated timelines.

Maintain confidentiality.

Drive a motor vehicle.

Selective Preference(s) :

The ideal candidate for this position will have

N / A

Pre-Employment Requirements :

Candidate must be an Arizona licensed Registered Nurse in good standing OR possess a Bachelor Degree in Social Work (SW) OR Psychology Special Education or Counseling AND have at least one (1) year experience providing case management services to persons who are elderly and / or persons with physical or developmental disabilities and / or members determined to have a Serious Mental illness (SMI); OR candidate must have a minimum of two (2) years experience providing case management services to persons who are elderly and / or persons with physical or developmental disabilities and / or members determined to have a Serious Mental illness (SMI).

A Bachelors Degree in Human Services Behavioral Science or related field AND have at least one (1) year experience providing case management services to persons who are elderly and / or persons with physical or developmental disabilities and / or members determined to have a Serious Mental illness (SMI) OR have at least three (3) years experience working with or for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business then the following requirements apply : Drivers License Requirements. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current valid class-appropriate drivers license complete all required training and successfully pass all necessary drivers license record checks. The license must be current unexpired and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to Drivers license record checks must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operated a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) (R.11).

Employee shall have a valid Level One fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 41-1968 in order to work with children and vulnerable adults.

Candidates for this position shall be subject to a search of both the Department of Child Safety Central Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 8-804 and the Adult Protective Services Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 46-459.

Successfully pass background and reference check; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the Agencys ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits :

The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include :

Affordable medical dental life and short-term disability insurance plans

Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans

10 paid holidays per year

Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years

Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster / adopted child (pilot program).

Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly

Deferred compensation plan

Wellness plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Stipend Opportunities

Infant at Work Program

Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy

Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities

Flexible schedules to create a work / life balance

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page

Retirement :

State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.

On or shortly after your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans enrollment instructions submission deadlines and effective dates.

Contact Us :

For questions about this career opportunity please contact Kari Nagler at or .

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting . Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Project Portfolio Management,Motivational Interviewing,HIPAA,Computer Skills,Intake Experience,Lean Six Sigma,Conflict Management,Case Management,Team Management,Program Development,Social Work,Addiction Counseling

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 49000 - 51000