Field-Based Social Service Specialist 3 – In-Training

State of Washington; Colville (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office-based training

Job summary

State of Washington's Home and Community Living Administration (HCLA) seeks Social Service Specialist 3 candidates for an in-training, in-person program in Spokane, WA. This one-year opportunity focuses on comprehensive assessments, eligibility determinations, and tailored service plans for seniors and people with disabilities.

You will meet clients in residential facilities, develop care plans, coordinate with families and providers, and advocate for needs while working a diverse caseload.

Qualifications

• Understanding of Medicaid and/or medical terminology, policy implementation.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized service plans.
• Effective client advocacy and collaboration with families, facilities and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person, client-centered functional assessment interviews at the residential facility.
• Determine eligibility for Medicaid-related programs and community-based services.
• Develop ongoing, individualized service plans with clients and representatives.
• Coordinate client needs with families, facilities and community resources, including crisis intervention.
• Provide case management to high-risk adults and document contacts.
• Authorize services and payments; prepare testimony when needed.

Skills

Medicaid terminology

Client communication

Time management

Critical thinking

Education

Master's degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, criminal law/justice or an allied field

Bachelor's degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, criminal law/justice or an allied field

Job description

State of Washington's Home and Community Living Administration (HCLA) seeks Social Service Specialist 3 candidates for an in-training, in-person program in Spokane, WA. This one-year opportunity focuses on comprehensive assessments, eligibility determinations, and tailored service plans for seniors and people with disabilities.

You will meet clients in residential facilities, develop care plans, coordinate with families and providers, and advocate for needs while working a diverse caseload.