DDP Targeted Case Manager (14412)

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities Division.

The Developmental Disabilities Program procures and supports community-based services for people with developmental disabilities and/or their families.

The DDP Targeted Case Manager is responsible for a comprehensive assessment and periodic reassessment of individual needs, the development of and periodic revision of the plan of care, referral and related activities to help the member obtain needed services, and monitoring and follow-up activities. The Case Manager is responsible to ensure the quality of the plan of care.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

• Above average ability to follow written and verbal directions

• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.

• Above average ability to recognize, analyze, and solve complex problems/dilemmas.

• Ability to facilitate, negotiate and mediate problems as well as promote team consensus.

• Above average initiative and flexibility skills and strong work ethic to be reliable and productive.

• Ability to operate job related computer software and a variety of office equipment.

• Meet minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field from an accredited college.

• Minimum 2 years' experience in human services, with at least one year's experience in the field of developmental disabilities (DD). If lacking one year's experience in field of DD, must complete at least 40 hours of training in service delivery to persons with DD under a training plan reviewed by the Department within no more than 3 months of hire or designation as a case manager.

How to Apply

To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.

• Resume

• References

• Cover Letter - Please describe your experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.

Additional Information

This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.

This position may be eligible for a statutory $1.50 an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2024.

This position is part time at 20 hours per week.

This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.