IRIS Consultant
You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Job Summary
Our client is seeking a compassionate and self-motivated IRIS Consultant to support older adults and individuals with disabilities in achieving their goals and maintaining independence within their communities. In this role, you will serve as a trusted resource for participants, helping them navigate services, maintain program eligibility, and develop person-centered plans that reflect their unique needs and preferences.
This position offers a high degree of autonomy, flexibility, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families throughout the community.
Key Responsibilities
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Maintain regular participant outreach through monthly contacts, quarterly visits, and additional communication based on individual needs.
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Build strong, collaborative relationships with participants through consistent communication and person-centered support.
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Educate participants on program requirements and provide ongoing assistance to support eligibility and engagement in services.
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Develop individualized Support and Service Plans in partnership with participants and their chosen support teams.
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Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, peers, and community partners to support participant goals and outcomes.
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Complete required assessments, annual reviews, participant visits, and documentation in accordance with state and program requirements.
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Document participant interactions, guardian communications, and collateral contacts within established timeframes.
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Maintain accurate and organized records while effectively managing a caseload.
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Monitor participant needs and ensure continuity of services through proactive communication and follow-up.
Qualifications
Required
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Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, Counseling, Nursing, Special Education, or a related field.
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At least one of the following:
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One year of supervised experience supporting older adults and/or individuals with disabilities.
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Four or more years of direct social services experience working with these populations.
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Current IRIS Consultant status in good standing with a DHS exemption.
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Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
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Strong technology skills and comfort working within electronic documentation systems.
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Understanding of human development, interpersonal dynamics, and community-based resources.
Preferred
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Multilingual abilities, including Spanish, Hmong, Arabic, Russian, or other languages.
Schedule
Why Join?
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Opportunity to make a direct impact in the lives of older adults and individuals with disabilities.
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High level of autonomy and flexibility in managing your schedule and caseload.
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Collaborative, supportive, and mission-driven team environment.
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Comprehensive benefits package.
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Meaningful community-based work with opportunities to build lasting relationships with participants.
Benefits
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Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
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Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Medix offers multiple plan options. Eligibility is based on averaging 30 hours per week during the first four weeks of assignment and enrollment requirements).
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401(k) Plan (Eligible on the first open enrollment date following six consecutive months on assignment).
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Short-Term Disability Insurance.
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Term Life Insurance Plan.
Required Employment / Compliance Language
Our client complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws with regard to accommodations related to this policy.
*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
*As a job position within our Care Management division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing financial and confidential information, access and handling of patient medical records, providing medical care inside a patient’s residential address, driving, prescription and other drug access and administration, and working with vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
