FAST Case Manager

Description

Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well‑being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four‑year overlapping terms.

"The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross‑country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns" For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here.

• Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent
• Vacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 4 hours/month
• Sick Leave: 4 hours for each month of service
• Employer Paid Norton Life Lock Membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mandatory 401(a) 3% Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.
• 401(a) 3% Employer Contribution match
• Voluntary 457(b) Pre‑tax or After‑tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.
• 457(b) Up to a 3% Employer Contribution match
• Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships

This position will work with the Director of Juvenile Services to help manage and implement the House Bill 14‑51 Collaborative Management Project, named Family Advocacy and Support Team (FAST) and Statewide System of Care Implementation in Gunnison County. To assure that the mission, intent, and purpose of FAST is consistent with the HB 1451, the related Memorandum of Understanding and System of Care strategies, values and principles.

The Case Manager will work closely and collaborate directly with the school district to help meet youth and family needs. The Case Manager will sit on multiple multidisciplinary team’s (MDT) such as FAST, Gunnison County Substance Abuse Prevention Program (GCSAPP), Early Childhood Council (ECC), Child Welfare meetings (as appropriate) and any other teams deemed necessary and appropriate. The Case Manager is responsible for providing high‑level student support intervention, coordination of services to youth/families experiencing legal, academic/school, personal, or medical/mental health difficulties to assist them in removing barriers to success through goal‑oriented and strength‑based assessment to enhance their holistic well‑being of families.

The Case Manager will work with ISST’s and higher‑level case management. The case manager will facilitate team meetings, develop individualized case‑management plans, coordinates implementation of plans and monitors progress. The Case Manager works in partnership with all agencies involved to ensure youth and family needs are identified and a plan is put in place to achieve outcomes.

This position is currently supported by grant funding, which allows us to advance the county’s strategic initiatives. Employment beyond the current grant period is dependent on funding availability.

The hourly range is from  29.51 to  33.59, depending on experience, plus partial benefits.

* The County pays monthly on the last weekday of the month.*

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Kari Commerford

KCommerford

Open until filled.

• Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Must complete IC 100 and IC 200 within the first year of employment.
• Bi‑lingual (Spanish) is required.

• Bachelor’s degree in human service/social service area.
• Or Experience in clinical social work, counseling or case management support and participation in community collaborations required.