Wellness Coach/ Case Manager -Contract - LevelUP HCS : Job Details

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Job description:

Position Overview Scope of Role: The Wellness Coach will assist consumers with accessing needed community services (medical, psychological, substance use, vocational, food, clothing, etc.) through the development of a referral network, referrals, and follow up.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Provide case management to assigned caseload

Develop and monitor individual service plans in conjunction with consumers

Assist consumers with problem solving and crisis intervention

Accompany consumers on medical, psychiatric, and public benefit appointments, as necessary

Act as advocate for consumers as appropriate; encourage and support self-advocacy

Identify problems in daily living skills; provide hands-on assistance and/or referral as needed

Support facilities staff in ensuring maintenance of apartment standards as required by funders

Provide supportive counseling to consumers as needed

Conduct regular home and hospital visits, as necessary

Maintain strong working relationships with all therapeutic support services to ensure quality of care

Document all services in compliance with program standards

Assist with moves with consumers and staff; may include lifting, packing, and cleaning

Work as a member of the social service team to develop off-site recreation, socialization, educational, and skill-building activities to promote community inclusion and integration

Serve as liaison to community-based services and groups, including civic, social service, government, and business organizations

Participate in ongoing individual and group supervision, team meetings, case conferences, division meetings, and trainings

Adhere to on-call system to facilitate crisis intervention, emergencies, and other situations that require immediate action

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related human services field with two years of relevant experience, or equivalent background

Minimum 2 years' experience working with individuals with mental illness, substance use issues, and/or a history of homelessness, or 2 years in the human services field

Experience in group work, tenant organization, case management, referral, and/or community outreach strongly preferred

Experience or training in peer counseling or advocacy preferred

Proficiency in common computer programs, including email, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Windows

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Job Type: Full-time