Job Location : New York,NY, USA
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