Community Engagement Specialist
Bachelor's
Job Details: Job Location: Galleton Commons - Donora, PA, Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: Day, Comprehensive Benefits Package • Tuition Discounts • Career Advancement
The CARE Center, INC.
Overall Function:
Implements and monitors consumer rehabilitation plans and assists in the daily operation of program activities.
Essential Functions:
Finds affordable housing referred to the program.
Completes both announced and unannounced visits to the client’s homes to ensure a clean-living environment and assess any property damage.
Acts as a liaison between the clients and the landlords of the properties.
Coordinating and participating in property management as needed.
Maintains current client case record activity and progress, prepares and submits all required program forms, reports, and documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
Serves as a member of the Mental Health treatment team and maintains appropriate communication with external programs and community resources.
Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in social work psychology or related human services field from an accredited college or university.
Demonstrated ability to obtain vital information during an interview to make proper recommendations.
Demonstrated knowledge of financial entitlement programs and available social services.
Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the PA State Police, Child Abuse from the PA Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearances.
Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid or any other federal health care programs
Ability to safely operate a variety of agency vehicles.
Ability to assist, move, and/or transfer physically limited clients weighing up to 160 pounds.
Ability to pack personal effects and transport mentally and physically challenged consumers.
Available Benefits:
Medical and dental benefits for eligible employees.
Retirement plan with potential for agency match.
Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities.
Career advancement opportunities.
Generous time off for eligible employees.
Be an SPHS Hero!
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The CARE Center, INC.
Overall Function:
Implements and monitors consumer rehabilitation plans and assists in the daily operation of program activities.
Essential Functions:
Finds affordable housing referred to the program.
Completes both announced and unannounced visits to the client’s homes to ensure a clean-living environment and assess any property damage.
Acts as a liaison between the clients and the landlords of the properties.
Coordinating and participating in property management as needed.
Maintains current client case record activity and progress, prepares and submits all required program forms, reports, and documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
Serves as a member of the Mental Health treatment team and maintains appropriate communication with external programs and community resources.
Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in social work psychology or related human services field from an accredited college or university.
Demonstrated ability to obtain vital information during an interview to make proper recommendations.
Demonstrated knowledge of financial entitlement programs and available social services.
Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the PA State Police, Child Abuse from the PA Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearances.
Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid or any other federal health care programs
Ability to safely operate a variety of agency vehicles.
Ability to assist, move, and/or transfer physically limited clients weighing up to 160 pounds.
Ability to pack personal effects and transport mentally and physically challenged consumers.
Available Benefits:
Medical and dental benefits for eligible employees.
Retirement plan with potential for agency match.
Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities.
Career advancement opportunities.
Generous time off for eligible employees.
Be an SPHS Hero!
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER