Aging & Disability Case Manager - Lifelong

This position would be a combination of office work, field work, and working from home, with a minimum of two days per week either in ...Core Competencies:

Perform racial equity and social justice advocacy, addressing systemic inequities that impact the clients and communities ADS serves. 

Possessing non-judgmental attitude and active listening and critical thinking are essential. 

Value a relational work culture and individual differences. Respond with cultural sensitivity when serving clients, and work to build relationships to best serve, regardless of cultural background, age, gender, literacy skills level or disability.

Passionate about helping individuals in need, advocating for resources so they can live their best lives and thrive.

Enthusiastic lifelong learner who continuously strives to grow and develop.  Whether attending training, receiving constructive feedback, or when differences in opinion occur, you embrace these experiences as learning opportunities and strive to develop your own professional competence.

When faced with multiple competing demands, you possess the ability to triage and prioritize clients’ needs and competing work assignments, so they are addressed in a timely manner.

You are adaptive to change and skilled at crisis intervention, managing conflict, and problem-solving.

When faced with challenging work, you possess the skill and ability to practice self-care to promote and maintain a healthy work-life balance to ensure optimal health and well-being.

Education and Experience:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Social Services, Psychology, or a related field (or an equivalent combination of education, experience, training and/or work experience required). Note: If using an equivalency to meet the education requirement, job offer is contingent on waiver approval from DSHS Aging and Long-Term Care Administration (ALTSA) for Case Manager Trainee role.

Experience: Three years’ social services experience involving interviewing, counseling, or crisis intervention.

Certification/License: Driver’s license for the ability to make on-site visits to clients and attend meetings and trainings.

Special Requirements: Selected candidates are required to pass a background check, medical clearance, and meet state guidelines for education (Bachelor’s or equivalency with waiver for Case Manager Trainee role).

Work Environment:

All staff are currently required to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination prior to hiring. The use of personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to COVID-19 may be required in the future should exposure warrant it.

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About Lifelong:

Lifelong is a community health organization committed to removing barriers to health with relentless compassion so that no one faces illness and injustice alone.

We lead with heart. Our respect for people drives our mission. For 40 years, Lifelong has fought health inequities so that everyone can have the opportunity to thrive. Our comprehensive services include food and nutrition, healthcare navigation, aging and disability support, and connection to housing and other vital resources.

We are looking for passionate, dedicated people to join our talented team and make real, meaningful changes in the daily lives of those living with chronic and life-threatening illnesses in their community. Lifelong offers exceptional benefits, including paid time off, medical and dental coverage in addition to a balanced work-life integration.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Lifelong, we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

EEO Statement:

Lifelong is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and experience that recognizes diversity and cultural competence as integral components of what we do.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and as such, we do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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