Reach Up Case Manager II - Interim
Company: State of Vermont
Location: Burlington
Posted on: April 26, 2025
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Job Description:
Overview
Who We Are:
The Economic Services Division (ESD) is responsible for the
administration of economic benefits to help Vermonters meet their
basic needs. ESD is one of 6 divisions under the Department for
Children and Families (DCF) which is one of the largest departments
(1000 employees) within the largest agency (Agency of Human
Services) in the state of Vermont.
ESD Leadership recognizes that the division's biggest resource is
our staff and is committed to continuously looking at ways to
strengthen and support our workforce.
This position is located in the Burlington district office which is
known for teamwork, strong community partnerships and office
comradery.
The Role:
Reach Up is one of ESD's benefits programs. It provides financial
assistance and coaching services for Vermont families meeting
income eligibility criteria. The program's mission is "Reach Up
joins families on their journey to overcome obstacles, explore
opportunities, improve their finances and reach their goals". Reach
Up Case Managers (RUCM) provide mission-driven coaching to help
families identify and meet their goals.
ESD is looking for someone to join this team who:
* will collaborate with families in a strength-based way through a
coaching model
* has experience working with individuals and families who may be
under extreme stress, have complex needs and experiencing poverty,
while simultaneously seeing the potential and strengths in every
family
* will contribute to the development, cohesion and productivity of
their team and support teamwork through open and honest
communication.
* thrives in a busy work environment
* is open to learning new technology and evidence-based
strategies
* has a growth mindset, is flexible and adaptable in a changing
work environment
* recognizes the historic inequities and racism in social and
economic systems, and their impact on people today
What we offer
* We may offer flex scheduling or alternative work schedules based
upon policy
* 11 paid holidays, plus sick and vacation time
* Excellent, health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and
their families.
* Retirement plans, including a pension
* Parental leave for all new parents, including adoptions
* Working with a staff who is dedicated to supporting children and
families, including your own.
Who May Apply
This position, Reach Up Case Manager II - Interim (Job Requisition
#52196), is open to all State employees and external
applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please
contact.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to
be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may
be filled from this job posting.
AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background
investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS
Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal
record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry
checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be
conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are
current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or
demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising
re-employment (RIF) rights.
Environmental Factors
Duties are performed in a community based setting and a standard
office setting with travel to participating families' homes, work
sites or other community locations and to meetings for which
incumbents may be required to use either a state-provided vehicle
or a private means of transportation. Considerable stress may be
encountered in working with families in crisis, implementing
mandated work activities in prescribed time frames and in
potentially confrontational situations. Workload is usually heavy
with a constant need for prompt accurate decisions. Incumbents must
be able to work independently.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a human services, education and training or
workforce development field AND one (1) year or more of experience
involving direct client contact delivering case management
services, or interpreting and applying rules and guidelines to make
decisions regarding eligibility for programs and benefits in the
fields described above (such as social services, education or
employment programs).
OR
Associate's degree in a human services, education and training or
workforce development field AND three (3) years or more of
experience involving direct client contact delivering case
management services, or interpreting and applying rules and
guidelines to make decisions regarding eligibility for programs and
benefits in the fields described above (such as social services,
education or employment programs).
OR
High School diploma or equivalent AND five (5) years or more of
experience involving direct client contact delivering case
management services, or interpreting and applying rules and
guidelines to make decisions regarding eligibility for programs and
benefits in the fields described above (such as social services,
education or employment programs)
OR
One (1) year or more as a Benefits Programs Specialist with the
State of Vermont.
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but
it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package
features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth
about 30% of your total compensation, including:
Want the specifics? Explore the on our website.Equal Opportunity
Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to
providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion
that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race,
color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex
(including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability,
HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression,
marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or
present military service, membership in an employee organization,
family medical history or genetic information, or family or
parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based.
Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are
forbidden.
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