Internal job posting. Only former Multnomah County employees on an active recall list may apply for this opportunity through this site.
Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range
$27.64 - $33.85 Hourly
Department
Department of County Human Services (DCHS)
Job Type
Limited Duration
Exemption Status
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Closing Date
November 07, 2025
Overview
The Opportunity:
THIS WORK MATTERS!
This position will assess eligibility for long-term support through IDD and provide initial education and community resources to families and individuals who are new to services. It will develop state plans and transfer new cases to the Case Manager 2 for the development of a Medicaid state plan, further service coordination, and case management activities. This recruitment may be used to fill future full‑time, temporary, and limited‑duration positions.
This position is a Limited‑Duration position. Limited duration position can last up to two (2) years but can end at any time.
Responsibilities
Review eligibility for long‑term support through IDD for individuals who are new to services.
Distribute resource packet to families and individuals based on eligibility.
Schedule and complete initial choice‑advising meeting over phone or at family's home based on Medicaid plan eligibility.
Complete state plan and conduct site visit at individuals' home to ensure home is safe and individual is free from abuse.
Review eligibility for OHP and provide information for accessing presumptive Medicaid disability determination.
Refer individual for Oregon needs assessment once Medicaid determination is complete.
Maintain a caseload of unfunded plans. Refer funding requests to Lead Case Manager 2.
Document visits, meetings, and discussions with eligibility individuals.
File all initial paperwork, including state plans, return calls, and emails.
Provide consultation to co‑workers of any classification and to staff of partner programs/agencies.
Multnomah County values and supports diversity and inclusion
We do this by creating a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a Department of County Human Services (DCHS) employee, you will create a work culture of respect, trust, and understanding for the highly diverse populations of the Department of County Human Services in the office and in the community.
To Qualify
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled as required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications / Transferable Skills
Ability to promote a culture of respect, inclusiveness, and appreciation of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and values.
High school diploma or GED.
Two (2) years of paraprofessional‑level experience providing assistance and services to human services/social service clients, including individuals with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities.
Must pass a criminal background check.
Preferred Qualifications / Transferable Skills
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Attach a Resume showing you meet minimum qualifications; OR
Attach a Cover Letter addressing the following:
Demonstrate your experience working with diverse, vulnerable populations; and
How do you meet the qualifications for this position;
Why you are interested in the position.
Only apply ONCE for this opportunity. Duplicate applications CANNOT be submitted on Workday.
Internal applicant: If you are an internal candidate (current employee), complete your career profile in Workday and upload your resume and cover letter.
Navigate to your profile in Workday (see: My Career Profile) and click on the “Career” section of your profile. Complete all sections of the career profile that you want to have included in your application (Job History, Education, Skills, Languages, Certifications, etc.).
When completing the application on Workday as an internal candidate, scroll down to see the “Resume/Cover Letter” section on your screen. This is the place where you may upload your resume and cover letter by clicking the “Upload” button for EACH document you’d like to upload.
Do not click the “Submit” button before you upload your documents.
External applicant: When completing the application on Workday as an external candidate (including volunteers, unpaid interns, contractors, and community partners) through https://multco.us/jobs, upload your resume and cover letter.
There will be no other prompts for you to upload your resume and cover letter.
Do not click the “Submit” button before you upload your documents.
After You Apply
Please save a copy of this job posting for your reference, as it will not be available for you to view online after the job posting closes.
Log in to your Workday account before the job posting closes to see if you have any pending tasks or actions to complete. These can be found under the “My Applications” section. You must complete these tasks or actions before the job posting closes.
Check both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment.
The Selection Process
For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
Resume and Cover Letter Review
Phone screen
Consideration of top candidates
Language assessment
Background, reference
Routine Telework
This position is designated as “routine telework,” meaning you will be working remotely (from home); a hybrid schedule also is available. As with all routine telework positions, employees may be required to come into the office on occasion. The onsite work location for this position is Five Oak, 409 SW 4th, Portland, Or 97209.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference
Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act
We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute an expressed or implied contract.