Description
Now Hiring: IRIS Consultant
Milwaukee, WI (Hybrid Role)
Full-Time | 40 hrs/week | 8 AM – 5 PM
Travel Required (30–50%)
Benefit Eligible
Are you passionate about empowering others to live independently and direct their own care? Join
Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan's GROWING Team
as an
IRIS Consultant
and help individuals shape meaningful lives through the
IRIS Program
(
Include, Respect, I Self-Direct
).
As part of our ICA Team, you’ll work in a
social services capacity
to support participants in maintaining autonomy, ensuring health and safety, and navigating long-term care services. This role will be based out of the Milwaukee area, and will also travel into surrounding areas.
What You’ll Do
Build trusting relationships with participants
Assist in developing IRIS Support and Services Plans
Maintain monthly contact and quarterly visits
Help participants understand and maintain IRIS eligibility
Connect with local agencies and ADRCs to expand service options
Document all contacts and visits in required systems within 2 business days
May conduct annual Long-Term Care Functional Screens
Work independently while collaborating with a supportive ICA team
Perks & Benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
eligibility + support navigating PSLF
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Flex Spending (Health & Dependent Care)
Mileage Reimbursement
Paid Time Off + 10 Paid Holidays
403B Retirement Contribution
Annual Raises
Calm Wellness App – Premium Access
Early Earned Wage Access (UKG Wallet)
Employee Assistance Program
Service Awards & Recognition
Qualifications
A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology, human services, counseling, nursing, special education or a related field and have a minimum of one year of supervised experience working with seniors and/or people living with disabilities;
OR
4+ years of direct experience in social services with seniors or individuals with disabilities
OR
Current IRIS Consultant in good standing with DHS exemption
Bilingual in Spanish, Hmong, Arabic, Russian, or other languages is a plus!
Strong commitment to participant autonomy and meaningful living
Comfortable with smartphones, tablets, and computer systems
Knowledge of human behavior, social interaction, and community resources
Willingness to serve diverse populations with respect and empathy
Requirements
Valid driver’s license & reliable transportation
Satisfactory driving record per LSS Driver Safety Procedure
Ability to meet LSS auto insurance requirements
Ready to make a difference?
Apply today and help individuals lead empowered, self-directed lives through the IRIS Program!
LSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Qualifications
Skills
Behaviors
:
Motivations
:
Education
Required
Bachelor Degree or better in Hum. Serv. or Related Field.
Experience
Licenses & Certifications
Required
Driver's License