Hybrid Case Manager for Aging & Disability

Pierce County; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pierce County’s Aging and Disability Resources Division seeks an experienced case manager to support older and disabled adults in the Medicaid program. You will assess needs, authorize services, oversee care plans, and monitor progress using a laptop in clients’ homes, with a hybrid work arrangement after the initial in-office period.

You will join a team dedicated to helping seniors remain safe and independent at home, with a focus on timely responses, diligent documentation, and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, gerontology, psychology, counseling and guidance, sociology, or related field.
• Two years or more experience providing direct human services, preferably in the area of providing services to senior citizens.
• Masters degree in behavioral health sciences AND One year of experience in the social services field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, coordinate services, and advocate for older/disabled clients.
• Provide comprehensive assessment to determine individual client needs.
• Conduct formal reassessments at intervals to gauge progress.
• Develop care plans and make appropriate referrals.
• Respond to information requests, referrals, and crisis interventions.

Skills

Case management

Assessment

Strong communicator

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, gerontology, psychology, counseling and guidance, sociology, or related field

Master's degree in behavioral health sciences

Job description

Pierce County’s Aging and Disability Resources Division seeks an experienced case manager to support older and disabled adults in the Medicaid program. You will assess needs, authorize services, oversee care plans, and monitor progress using a laptop in clients’ homes, with a hybrid work arrangement after the initial in-office period.

You will join a team dedicated to helping seniors remain safe and independent at home, with a focus on timely responses, diligent documentation, and strong