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IRIS Consultant - Madison Area

Now Hiring: IRIS ConsultantMadison, WI (Hybrid Role)Full-Time | 40 hrs/week | 8 AM – 5 PMTravel Required (30–50%)Benefit EligibleAre you passionate about empowering others to live independently and direct their own care? Join Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan 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 Madison area, and will also travel into surrounding areas.What You'll DoBuild trusting relationships with participantsAssist in developing IRIS Support and Services PlansMaintain monthly contact and quarterly visitsHelp participants understand and maintain IRIS eligibilityConnect with local agencies and ADRCs to expand service optionsDocument all contacts and visits in required systems within 2 business daysMay conduct annual Long-Term Care Functional ScreensWork independently while collaborating with a supportive ICA teamPerks & BenefitsPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility + support navigating PSLFMedical, Dental & Vision InsuranceFlex Spending (Health & Dependent Care)Mileage ReimbursementPaid Time Off + 10 Paid Holidays403B Retirement ContributionAnnual RaisesCalm Wellness App – Premium AccessEarly Earned Wage Access (UKG Wallet)Employee Assistance ProgramService Awards & RecognitionQualificationsA 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 exemptionBilingual in Spanish, Hmong, Arabic, Russian, or other languages is a plus!Strong commitment to participant autonomy and meaningful livingComfortable with smartphones, tablets, and computer systemsKnowledge of human behavior, social interaction, and community resourcesWillingness to serve diverse populations with respect and empathyRequirementsValid driver's license & reliable transportationSatisfactory driving record per LSS Driver Safety ProcedureAbility to meet LSS auto insurance requirementsReady 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).