Lead Case Manager

Sunrise Services; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Health Savings Account

Health Reimbursement Arrangement

Paid vacation

Sick Leave

Holiday pay

401K & matching up to 6%

Life Insurance

WA Paid Family Medical Leave

Pet Insurance

Legal & IDShield

Job summary

Sunrise Services, INC. is seeking a Lead Case Manager to join our Independent Living team in Washington.

The role involves working with adults with disabilities to gain competitive employment and provide follow-up services such as job coaching and independent living support. Responsibilities include developing relationships with DVR and DDD for referrals, coaching staff and clients, and managing job development and placement activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or High School diploma with six years of experience in social services.
• DSHS background clearance required.
• Current Washington State driver’s license with clean record.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, train or educate staff, employers, and clients for safe and productive work environments.
• Create and maintain relationships with DVR, DDD, and other referral sources to grow the program.
• Perform job development and placement activities including site visits and assessments.
• Provide ongoing support to participants, employers, and others involved in employment.
• Maintain thorough records and reports as required by policies.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Multicultural competency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

High School diploma

Tools

Washington Driver's License

Job description

• Base Pay $25.42 - $30.80 / Hour

Contact information

• Email [e-mail]

Sunrise Services, INC. is seeking a Lead Case Manager to join our Independent Living team!

General Responsibilities :

Work with adults with mild to severe disabilities, assisting them in gaining competitive employment and providing follow-up support services (job coaching, Independent Living). May also provide job development and facilitate supported-employment activities.

• Create and maintain relationships with DVR, DDD and other agencies as a method of obtaining referrals for continue program growth and development
• Promptly respond and resolve client, provider, employer, and/or community member concerns in a manner that meets the needs and goals of the participant and Sunrise.
• Develop, train or educate staff, employers, and clients to educate for safe and healthy, accessible and productive work environments
• Facilitate an employee culture that supports Sunrise’s philosophy and mission.
• Provide direct and indirect services to employment program participants
• Assess participant interests and abilities following referral from the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), or other referral sources
• Conduct all aspects of job development and placement: work site and employment assessments, work skill building, job analysis and job retention
• Provide consistent, positive on-going support to participant, employer and others involved in the successful employment of the participant
• Demonstrate understanding of the unique components of a variety of community-based work settings; assist employed participants in adhering to the dress codes, behavior expectations, etc. of the particular work site where he/she is employed
• Represent Community Trades and Careers (CTC) to the business community
  • Develop and maintain excellent relationships with DVR and DDD counselors and agency managers
  • Research local employers and agencies to determine job openings
  • Educate potential employers about the advantages of hiring persons with disabilities
• Maintain concise records and paperwork; narratives, plans and reports in an accountable and timely manner as required by program policies and procedures
• Maintain an updated file of all employers contacted with names and titles of key hiring personnel
• Maintain safe and healthy, accessible and productive work environment
• Drive frequently to perform a variety of essential job functions such as researching local companies, accompany participant to job site as needed, meet with potential employers, etc. Therefore, this position requires a personal vehicle, Washington State Drivers License (WSDL) and complete automobile insurance.
• In addition to the above, any other responsibilities appropriate to the position and not specifically listed in this job description or tasks that may be assigned on an as needed basis.

Requirements:

Education : Bachelor’s Degree or a High School diploma or equivalent and six years of experience in social services field providing direct customer support.

• DSHS background clearance required
• Current valid Washington State driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• $50,000 automobile liability insurance required to operate company vehicles
• Excellent communication (oral and written), listening skills, organization and problem-solving skills required
• Creativity, flexibility, dependability, positive attitude, professional appearance and demeanor are essential.
• Must have a strong commitment to the right and ability of each person with a severe and persistent mental illness to live in normal community residences; work in market jobs; and have access to helpful, adequate, competent, and continuous supports and services.
• Skills and competence to establish supportive trusting relationships with persons with mental illnesses and respect for client rights and personal preferences in treatment are essential.
• Adherence to professional and ethical standards of practice.
• Demonstrated respect for diversity and commitment to developing multicultural competency and sensitivity.
• Ability to organize work, time and priorities to meet deadlines essential.
• Ability to establish and maintain appropriate working relationships with other, inside and outside the agency.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time, operate a personal computer and use a calculator to perform simple math functions.

Shifts:

• Full-Time
• Monday - Friday, 8am - 5.

Compensation:

• $25.42-$30.80/hour
• Wages are determined by applicable industry experience, education, and certifications/licensure.
• Paid vacation - Earned at .04 per hour worked for hourly employees, and 6.67 per month for salary (equates to about 2 weeks per year for full-time employees)
• Sick Leave - 1 hour per 40 hours worked (equates to about 52 hours for full-time)
• Holiday pay, with 8 holidays observed
• Paid ‘Floating’ Holiday to be used on a day of choice
• Health Savings Account
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement
• Basic Life & AD&D insurance
• WA Paid Family Medical Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Legal & IDShield
• Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Insurance
• 401K & matching up to 6%
• Life Insurance
• College savings plan

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Why Sunrise Services Inc.?

• An abundance of opportunity for growth and development
• Supportive, team-driven culture
• Competitive benefits and Compensation plan

To comply with Federal law, Sunrise Services participates in E-Verify. All newly-hired employees are queried through this electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify their identity and employment eligibility. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.