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IRIS Consultant

West Allis, WI ยท On-site

$24/hr

Russian * American Sign Language (ASL) * Other languages commonly spoken in Wisconsin communities Benefits LSS offers a comprehensive benefits package including: * Medical, Dental, and Vision ...

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Russian-American professionals often bring unique perspectives and skills to multicultural teams, but they may face challenges such as language nuances, varying communication styles, or differences in workplace expectations. Adjusting to more informal or collaborative American work environments can take time, especially if previous experience was in more hierarchical settings. Building rapport with colleagues by being open to feedback and actively seeking to understand team dynamics can help ease the transition and promote successful collaboration.

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Russian Americans are people in the United States who have full or partial ancestry from Russia. This group includes both immigrants who were born in Russia and their descendants who were born in the U.S. Russian Americans have contributed to American society in areas such as science, arts, and business. They often maintain cultural traditions such as language, food, and festivals, while also integrating into American life. The Russian American community is diverse, including individuals from various backgrounds and regions of Russia.

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Work EnvironmentCommunity centers, cultural organizations, mediaConferences, legal settings, healthcare, business meetings
Industry UsageMedia, education, cultural exchangeLegal, medical, corporate sectors

Russian Americans often serve as cultural liaisons or community representatives, while interpreters facilitate communication in specific settings. Both roles require strong language skills, but interpreters typically need formal certification and work in professional environments, whereas Russian Americans may focus more on cultural or community engagement.

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IRIS Consultant

Lutheran Social Services

West Allis, WI โ€ข On-site

$24/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

IRIS ConsultantCase Manager | Long-Term Care Consultant | Disability Services Coordinator

Milwaukee, WI (Hybrid)
Full-Time | 40 Hours/Week | Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Travel Required (30-50%)
Benefits Eligible

Empower Individuals to Live Independently

Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan (LSS) is seeking a compassionate, organized, and self-motivated IRIS Consultant to support adults, older adults, and individuals with disabilities through Wisconsin's IRIS (Include, Respect, I Self-Direct) Program.

This position combines elements of case management, care coordination, social work, disability services, long-term care, and community-based support to help participants maintain independence, achieve personal goals, and direct their own services.

As an IRIS Consultant, you will build meaningful relationships with participants, coordinate services, promote self-determination, and ensure health and safety while supporting participants in living the life they choose.

Why Join LSS?

At LSS, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact while helping individuals maintain control over their long-term care services and community involvement. Join a growing organization committed to dignity, inclusion, and person-centered support.

What You'll Do

As an IRIS Consultant, you will:

  • Develop and maintain trusted relationships with IRIS participants
  • Assist participants in creating and updating individualized IRIS Support and Services Plans
  • Conduct monthly participant contacts and required quarterly in-person visits
  • Promote participant choice, self-direction, independence, and community inclusion
  • Monitor participant health, safety, and program outcomes
  • Educate participants about IRIS enrollment requirements, eligibility, and available resources
  • Collaborate with Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs), healthcare providers, community organizations, and service providers
  • Maintain accurate and timely case documentation within required systems
  • Complete documentation within established compliance standards and timelines
  • Assist with annual Long-Term Care Functional Screens when applicable
  • Work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary support team
QualificationsRequired

One of the following:

  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Counseling, Sociology, Special Education, Nursing, Rehabilitation Services, Healthcare Administration, or a related field and at least one year of supervised experience working with older adults or individuals with disabilities

OR

  • Four (4) or more years of direct experience providing services to older adults or individuals with disabilities

OR

  • Current IRIS Consultant in good standing with a Wisconsin DHS-approved exemption
Preferred Skills & Experience

Experience in any of the following is highly desirable:

  • Case management
  • Care coordination
  • Disability services
  • Long-term care
  • Social work
  • Human services
  • Aging services
  • Community-based services
  • Medicaid waiver programs
  • Behavioral health
  • Independent living services
  • Person-centered planning
  • Healthcare navigation
  • Family support services
Additional Qualifications
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule
  • Proficiency with smartphones, tablets, and computer systems
  • Commitment to participant rights, dignity, and self-determination
  • Ability to serve diverse populations with cultural awareness and respect
Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply

Fluency in any of the following languages is highly valued:

  • Spanish
  • Hmong
  • Arabic
  • Russian
  • American Sign Language (ASL)
  • Other languages commonly spoken in Wisconsin communities
Benefits

LSS offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Health & Dependent Care)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Annual Wage Increases
  • Calm Premium Wellness App
  • UKG Wallet Early Wage Access
  • Service Awards and Employee Recognition
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
  • PSLF Education and Support Resources
Requirements
  • Valid driver's license
  • Reliable transportation
  • Ability to travel throughout Milwaukee and surrounding counties
  • Satisfactory driving record consistent with LSS Driver Safety requirements
  • Ability to meet organizational automobile insurance standards
Join Our Growing IRIS Team

If you're passionate about social services, case management, disability advocacy, long-term care, independent living, healthcare coordination, and helping people achieve their goals, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help individuals live empowered, self-directed lives through Wisconsin's IRIS Program.

Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).