Community Engagement Specialist- Site Based
About The Position
The CARE Center, Inc. Overall Function: Implements and monitors client service plans and assists in the daily operation of program activities. Essential Functions: Conducts Psychosocial Assessments and Re-assessments of clients to develop and update individualized Service Plans. Provides supportive counseling and intensive life skills training to individuals and client groups. Serves as advocate to identify and assess entitlement resources and available social and vocational services. Maintains current client case record activity and progress, prepares and submits all required program forms, reports and documentation in an accurate and timely manner. Maintains appropriate communication with internal and 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.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work Psychology or related human services field from an accredited college or university with one-year experience preferred.
- 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 Clearance from the PA Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearance.
- Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid or any other federal health care program.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work Psychology or related human services field from an accredited college or university with one-year experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conducts Psychosocial Assessments and Re-assessments of clients to develop and update individualized Service Plans.
- Provides supportive counseling and intensive life skills training to individuals and client groups.
- Serves as advocate to identify and assess entitlement resources and available social and vocational services.
- Maintains current client case record activity and progress, prepares and submits all required program forms, reports and documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
- Maintains appropriate communication with internal and 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.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
