Maximus currently has a Lead Case Manager opportunity with the Maximus Montana Employment and Training Project in Missoula, MT. This Project will provide intake, assessment and development of an Employability/Service Plan (ESP) plus case management of participants along with job development, placement, & retention services. Our goal is to equip participants to be successful in the world of work by building their skills capacity, prioritizing employment, and supporting retention.Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Work with customers to access government sponsored programs and receive program services.-Interact with program participants on a regular, daily basis either in person or via mail.- Educate customers on program services and eligibility requirements.- Assist customers in multiple phases of the case management process, ranging from enrollment through the awarding of benefits and services.- Work with customers to meet and achieve program goals and maintain program services and eligibility.- Assist customers with acquiring services which facilitate program goals.- Follow up with customers to ensure their needs are met, questions and concerns are resolved.- Serve in a lead capacity, as needed, to coordinate and direct the work of lower-level staff, mentor and advise them, and handle complex or escalated issues.Minimum RequirementsMinimum Requirements:- High school diploma or GED required and 6+ years of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.- Previous Maximus experience preferred.- Previous incumbent experience preferred.EEO StatementActive military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce. We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country. We're proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you. A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. Maximus is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Maximus provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status.Pay TransparencyMaximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.
