IMPACT Specialist-Mercer County
About The Position
As part of the IMPACT team working side by side with law enforcement in designated communities, responsibilities include the coordination of care management by providing information to vulnerable populations in various settings throughout the community, assessing the emergency needs of each individual requesting service; providing immediate, direct services, and to work as part of the team for effective care management. Provide highly individualized services in the community and promote client self-determination and decision-making. Provide essential expertise and consultation to the team to promote a culture in which each client's point of view and preferences are recognized, understood, respected, and integrated into treatment, rehabilitation, and community self-help activities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of two years work experience in a relevant field.
- Direct experience in working with homeless population and individuals who suffer from substance abuse and mental health issues.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to interact appropriately with clients.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check.
- Valid driver’s license required and the ability to meet agency driving standards.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Participate in regular street outreach activities to encourage homeless individuals to enter into a program and participate in law enforcement outreach initiatives.
- Disseminate information regarding services provided by agency to the community.
- Responsible for the coordination of transportation for individuals requesting services.
- Coordinate comprehensive intake assessment procedures on all residents coming in as a result of outreach activities.
- Communicates special needs and represents client's interests to program staff.
- Network with other community agencies to develop resources for clients.
- Complete Service Plans on all assigned clients based on approved agency assessment tools with client input.
- Monitor and document client progress according to funding source standards and/or operational requirements.
- Develop appropriate discharge plan on all assigned clients as per contractual requirements and policy and procedures.
- Complete necessary reports and case related paperwork in a timely fashion.
- Facilitate regular group sessions for clients as directed.
- Provide practical assistance for clients when they first enter the facility by mentoring, advocacy, coordination, side by side individualized support, problem solving and direct assistance to help clients obtain the necessities of daily living including utilizing nutritional, financial, physical, mental and emotional resources.
- Assist in maintaining communication between all staff members and clients.
- Maintain client and staff confidentiality in compliance with administrative policies and procedures.
- Attend and participate in regularly scheduled staff meetings, supervisory conferences, and training sessions and meetings as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
