| Post Code: D717 | |
| Announcement Number: LEHS9291 | |
| Classification Number: C6630 | |
| Open: 06/19/2009 | |
| Close: 07/06/2009 | |
| Location: Oregon City | |
| Availability: Part Time | |
This employment opportunity is with Seniors and People with Disabilities, which is part of the Department of Human Services (DHS). There is one job share (approximately 20 hours per week) opening located in OREGON CITY. These positions include family health benefits, leave accrual and are represented by a union. This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur. QUALIFICATIONS A Bachelor's degree in a Behavioral Science, Social Science or a closely related field; OR A Bachelor's degree in any field AND one year of human services related experience (i.e., work providing assistance to individuals and groups with issues such as economically disadvantaged, employment, abuse and neglect, substance abuse, aging, disabilities, prevention, health, cultural competencies, inadequate housing); OR An Associate's degree in a Behavioral Science, Social Science or a closely related field AND two years of human services related experience (i.e., work providing assistance to individuals and groups with issues such as economically disadvantaged, employment, abuse and neglect, substance abuse, aging, disabilities, prevention, health, cultural competencies, inadequate housing); OR Three years of human services related experience (i.e., work providing assistance to individuals and groups with issues such as economically disadvantaged, employment, abuse and neglect, substance abuse, aging, disabilities, prevention, health, cultural competencies, inadequate housing). Examples of human services related experience include: Assessing clients' needs for services and helping find resources; developing and negotiating case plans; communicating with and assessing the needs of individuals with physical and mental disabilities, or of the elderly who have disease issues; coordinating service delivery systems (e.g., transportation, housing, medical, etc.); acting as an advocate for clients in interactions with other social service entities; providing eligibility determination for social or financial services based on income tests. SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING State of Oregon Application Form PD100 You may email, deliver, mail or FAX your completed application. It must be received no later than the application deadline.
E-Mail:
Please include announcement number LEHS9291 in the subject line of the e-mail.
Department of Human Services
Recruitment and Retention Unit
Attention: Nora Leyva-Esquivel
500 Summer Street NE, E22
Salem OR 97301-1099
Or
FAX your application to 503-378-2249
When faxing your application please include a cover sheet indicating number of pages sent.
Due to the high volume of incoming applications, we are unable to verify receipt of applications.
APPLICATION PROCESS Obtain application materials and job information by doing one the following:
If you need assistance to participate in the application process, you are encouraged to call 503-945-5698 (voice) or 503-945-6214 (TTY) between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) Monday through Friday. Keep a copy of your application materials for your job interviews. DHS does not provide copies. Although faxing your application is an option, DHS is not responsible for materials that are illegible or missing as a result of FAX transmission errors or loss in the mail or e-mail. Due to the high volume of incoming applications, we are unable to verify receipt of applications. Pay on all announcements may change without notice. Notice of your application results will be sent to you by mail. Although agencies are not required to delay their selection process, you may request a review of your application results. This review request must be received in writing within 10 days from the date of the notice. Although additional application information cannot be submitted for active applications, you may submit a new application when you feel you have new/updated qualification information. If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of a criminal background and driving records check. Any history of criminal activity will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The mission of the Seniors and People with Disabilities Office is to provide appropriate social, health care, financial and protective services to all eligible persons in the least restrictive, most cost effective, most appropriate environment. The local unit determines eligibility and coordinates the delivery of these services within Clackamas County. This position works primarily with clients who are in long-term care, including nursing facilities, adult foster care; residential care facilities, assisted living facilities and those who receive care in their own homes. The position determines initial and ongoing financial and service eligibility for public assistance programs. It acts as liaison and advocate for the client in order to communicate clients' concerns to our agency and communicate agency intent to the client. It maintains a service ethic with clients, co-workers and the public. These efforts enable staff to achieve the Agency's mission. Major duties include: Perform initial assessments of applicants/recipients to determine financial and service eligibility (CA/PS) for public assistance programs, considering input from family, guardians or other interested parties. Discuss potential service options with applicants/recipients, considering individual needs, preferences and safety as well as the least costly option of care available. Complete required documentation and implementation of a service plan within required timeframes, ensuring providers are in place and reimbursed timely for services provided. Perform reassessments (CA/PS), at least annually, on all service cases and complete within designated timeframe to avoid interruption of services and payment to providers. Determine if modifications of service plan are needed and complete paperwork related to any changes in facility or provider hours. Complete review of financial eligibility at least annually and document as required by policy. WORKING CONDITIONS Travel. This position requires a valid driver's license and a good driving record. If not, you must be able to provide an acceptable alternate method of transportation. This position is required to make home visits up to two days per week to various areas of Clackamas County and may be exposed to unclean living conditions, communicable diseases, second-hand smoke and pets. ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT DHS is about people. We help Oregonians be independent, healthy, and safe. We protect children who are abused or neglected. We provide treatment services to people whose lives are damaged by alcohol and drugs. We serve seniors, people with disabilities, and people with mental illness. We help low-income people along the road to self-sufficiency with health coverage, job preparation, childcare and other supports. We provide leadership in public health services. Our services are delivered in the least restrictive setting and in partnership with communities. We are absolutely committed to ongoing innovation in the delivery of services, and we are committed to recruiting, developing and retaining employees. For a complete explanation of state employee benefits, visit our website at http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/jobs/salary.shtml PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING US! The Oregon Department of Human Services is committed to affirmative action, equal employment opportunity and workplace diversity. | |
