Community Engagement Specialist

Community Engagement Specialist

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Donora, PA 15033

Overview

Position Type Full-Time/Part-Time Job Shift Day

Description

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 for clients 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

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in social work, psychology, or a 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!

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