INTERMEDIATE CARE FACILITY MONITOR

State of Arizona; Coolidge (AZ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

ASRS retirement

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Infant at Work

Job summary

The State of Arizona, Department of Economic Security, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), seeks an experienced Intermediate Care Facility Monitor to ensure compliance with life safety, emergency preparedness, and regulatory requirements. The role involves on-site visits, reporting, and staff training across facilities in the region.

Ideal candidates will have KSAs in monitoring ICF/ID facilities, understanding of developmental disabilities, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ICF/ID federal and state requirements.
• Monitoring ICF/ID facilities.
• Understanding human dynamics and organizational systems.
• Needs of people with developmental/Intellectual disabilities and the care provided to them.

Responsibilities

• Conducts on-site monitoring visits to ensure compliance with federal and state requirements for ICFs.
• Writes detailed reports of monitoring visit findings for SORS management.
• Conducts follow-up inspections 30 days after initial review.
• Conducts staff training and provides technical assistance to facility staff and management.
• Communicates findings to SORS Quality meetings.

Skills

Observation

Problem-solving

Communication

Time management

Feedback delivery

Basic computer use

Word

Excel

Google

Tools

Word

Excel

Google

Job description

DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY

Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona. DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision: A thriving Arizona. DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life.

INTERMEDIATE CARE FACILITY MONITOR

Job Location:

Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) 2800 North Highway 87, Coolidge, Arizona 85128

Posting Details:

Salary: $43,000.00 - $45,000.00

Grade: 18

Closing Date: October 25, 2026

Job Summary:

The Department of Economic Security, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as an Intermediate Care Facility Monitor. DDD provides individuals with developmental disabilities and their families with 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:

• Conducts on-site monitoring visits to ensure compliance with federal and state requirements for SO ICFs, including life safety and emergency preparedness. Prepares for reviews/inspections by reviewing past reports, incidents, complaints, etc. Meets with management to explain non-compliance. Drives to and from facilities to conduct on-site monitoring; local and statewide travel is required.
• Writes detailed reports of monitoring visit findings, including quarterly and annual reports to SORS management.
• Conducts follow-up inspections 30 days or sooner after the initial review if corrections were necessary.
• Conducts staff training and provides technical assistance to facility staff and management as needed.
• Communicates findings to SORS Quality meetings.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge in:

• ICF/ID Federal and State requirements
• Monitoring ICF/ID facilities
• Human dynamics and organizational systems
• Needs of people with Developmental/Intellectual disabilities and the care provided to them

Skills In:

• Observation and obtaining information from people in a non-threatening manner
• Problem-solving and Critical thinking
• Oral and written communication
• Time management
• Providing constructive feedback in a manner that fosters collaboration
• Basic computer use (e.g., Word, Excel, Google)

Ability to:

• Work independently
• Understand complex constructs
• Combine content, perspectives, and techniques associated with the various elements of a program to achieve specific monitoring goals

Selective Preference(s):

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• One (1) year of experience working with individuals with Intellectual/Developmental disabilities and one (1) year of experience working in an ICF/ID facility.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• 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: Driver’s License Requirements. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to Driver's 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.) (R2-10-201.11)).
• Successfully pass background and reference check; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the Agency's ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
• Employee shall have a valid Level One fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes 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.
• 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
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child.
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stipend Opportunities
• Infant at Work Program
• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave 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 lifelong 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 Ariana Dominguez at 480-790-1749 or [e-mail]. 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 480-790-1749 or [e-mail]. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.