Coordinator I, Counseling Services

Denver Health•Denver, CO

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Coordinator, under direct supervision, assists individuals who are chronically homeless and abusing substances develop skills and acquire resources to live independently. The Counselor assists clients while in residential substance abuse treatment and continue to support as the client transitions into the community. Assist clients with obtaining benefits, employment and ultimately permanent housing.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Required
1-3 years Direct care experience with homeless and/or substance abuse populations Required
DLR-Colorado Driver's License Class R - DMV - Department of Motor Vehicles Required
Knowledge of basic counseling skills.
Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.
Knowledge of community resources for homeless and low-income Denver residents.
Problem solving - the ability to systematically analyze problems, draw relevant conclusions and devise appropriate courses of action.
Knowledge of research techniques (ability to effectively determine what information is needed and then gather and analyze desired information).
Good communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with others.
Basic computer skills including Excel, Word, Outlook, and complete database input, required.

Responsibilities

Assesses client’s strengths and challenges and develop individual service plan to address any necessary medical, social, employment, and housing needs in order for client to move towards independent living.
Meets regularly with each assigned client, including in-home visits, to assist and provide support with service plan progress and basic life skills.
Monitors assigned clients’ sobriety and, when appropriate, refer for detoxification and/or treatment services.
Establishes and re-establish motivation for change following relapses.
Maintains thorough and complete records of clients’ activities and progress.
Enters client data into online databases.
Researches and stays abreast of available community services and resources.
Builds relationships with representatives of external community partners.
Coordinates with other organizations and/or other parts of Denver Health in order to ensure clients have access to all available resources.

Benefits

Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
Tuition reimbursement & assistance
Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer