Supportive Housing Service Coordinator Full-Time
Episcopal SeniorLife Communities · NY, US
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About the Role
The Service Coordinator works cooperatively with older adults to identify goals and locate support services that enhance their well-being and maintain housing within the Supportive Housing Program. This role is crucial for individuals aged 55+ who are homeless with active Medicaid, ensuring they receive necessary coordination services.
Responsibilities
- Support and coordinate care needs with participants, their support systems, community providers, and medical professionals.
- Complete Health and Wellness Assessments and care plans upon move-in and annually.
- Utilize assessments and care plans to help participants achieve their goals.
- Participate in food delivery and distribution to residents.
- Facilitate support groups.
- Participate in team meetings bi-weekly to ensure communication.
- Participate in and potentially facilitate meetings between participants, supports, and service providers.
- Document all encounters with program participants, providers, agencies, and supports.
- Ensure participants have the necessary tools and support to maintain housing.
- Facilitate referrals for indicated services, such as housing assistance, vocational rehabilitation, substance abuse treatment, day programs, and medical care.
- Complete all required documentation for enrolled services within program timelines.
- Assist participants in attending programs through verbal encouragement and in-person support.
- Inform residents of local resources, including the ESLC Neighborhood Program, and support participants in these programs.
- Cross-train and provide coverage for Medicaid Waiver Service Coordination Programs (TBI and Nursing Home Transition Diversion) as needed.
- Attend weekly, monthly, and quarterly meetings.
- Ensure participants maintain active Medicaid and assist with benefit management.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field preferred.
- Associate degree with 2 years of experience working with homeless individuals with co-occurring mental health, substance abuse, and physical health problems will qualify.
- Valid New York State Driver's License required.
- Reliable transportation.
- Flexible, yet organized, with the ability to exercise independent, sound judgment.
- Knowledgeable about community resources, Medicaid Services, and available non-Medicaid services.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting.
- Ability to maintain effective and professional relationships with participants and the care team.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to effectively engage participants in a person-centered relationship.
- Ability to meet with participants in their apartments and common areas.
- Working knowledge of differential diagnosis of common mental health and/or substance use disorders, when appropriate.
- Computer skills including working within a Windows OS and managing electronic documents and emails.
- Ability to organize your day, work independently, and be flexible within a team environment.
- Ability to perform physical requirements including walking, using stairs/elevator, standing for extended periods, occasionally lifting 30 pounds, sitting, talking, and hearing.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Collaboration
- Independent judgment
- Organization
- Computer skills
- Person-centered engagement
Location
- New York State
Work Type
- Full-Time
Experience Level
- 2 years of experience working with homeless individuals with co-occurring mental health, substance abuse, and physical health problems
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field preferred
- Associate degree
Salary/Compensations
- $24.50/hourly
About the Company
- Episcopal SeniorLife Communities provides high-quality services including skilled nursing, restorative care, housing, assisted living, and community-based wellness programs.
- The organization is committed to meeting individual needs in a culturally competent manner, supporting families through transitions, and inspiring life every day.
Equal Opportunity
- Episcopal SeniorLife Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer.