Service Coordinator I Position Available In Monroe, New York

Job Order Number:

DG0198554

Job Title:

Service Coordinator I

Company:

East House Corporation Location:

Rochester, NY

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Duration:

Full Time, Regular

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Description:

 Service Coordinator I Rochester, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=67-89+Canal+St.+Rochester+NY+USA+14608) DescriptionEast House is a dedicated non-profit organization committed to supporting individuals on theirjourney to recovery. We provide comprehensive services, including residential support,counseling, peer support and community outreach to empower individuals to overcome mentalhealth and substance use disorders and lead fulfilling lives. Our mission is to foster a supportiveenvironment that promotes healing and long-term recovery.

The Service Coordinator is responsible for partnering with clients in recovery from mentalillness, chemical dependency and/or co-occurring conditions to identify, access, and maintainlinkages with treatment, housing, rehabilitation, and community services. The goal is to helpindividuals maintain stable housing in the community and improve their overall quality of life.

Working within a person-centered approach, the Service Coordinator teaches clients essentialliving skills for independent living.

Requirements. Partner with clients to develop individualized service plans based on client-identifiedgoals. Coordinate and advocate for access to mental health, substance use, physical health,financial, and other community resources. Provide support in the community and in client homes, utilizing clinical knowledge andsound judgment. Participate in case reviews and planning to ensure quality and stability of client services. Support client access to housing, including landlord relations, lease retention, andfinancial assistance. Assist clients with benefit applications, budgeting, and payee agency coordination. Promote family well-being through school, recreation, and healthcare connections. Provide medication support as required by the program. Maintain documentation in accordance with funder and agency standards.

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This job description may not cover all job duties and is subject to change without notice. Jobduties, responsibilities, and/or activities may change at any time with or without notice.

QualificationsEducation & Experience High School Diploma or equivalent and 4-6 years of human services experience, OR Associate degree and 2-4 years of experience, OR Bachelor’s degree in human services and 1-3 years of experience.

Licenses/Certifications Valid NYS driver’s license in good standing and access to a personal vehicle for work-related tasks. Skills & Abilities Knowledge and experience supporting culturally diverse individuals with psychiatric or chemical dependency concerns. Skills in counseling, crisis assessment and intervention, communication, and client monitoring. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, basic computer literacy, and database usage.

COMPETENCIESAlignment with East House Values Humanistic, Collaborative, Optimistic, Progressive, Integrity. Represents the organization professionally and aligns with its mission Performs work with integrity and in compliance with established processes, procedures, and regulations. Accountability Takes responsibility for all work activities and personal actions. Follows through on commitments; implements decisions that have been agreed upon. Maintains confidentiality with sensitive information. Acknowledges and learns from mistakes without blaming others. Recognizes the impact of one’s behavior on others. Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Values and embraces differences, backgrounds, experiences, and opinions of individuals and groups. Promotes an environment where everyone feels respected and included.

Working Conditions/Work Environment Traditional office or household environment with occasional evening or weekend hours. Frequent travel and client transport required.

Physical Demands Requires sitting, handling paperwork, using a computer, and effective verbal/writtencommunication. Occasional lifting (up to 30 lbs.), walking, standing, stair climbing, and travel. Visual and a