Liaison - Bridges Program

NewPath Child & Family Solutions • Cincinnati, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The NewPath Child & Family Solutions Bridges Liaison is responsible for assisting individuals in achieving stated housing and personal goals and objectives. The agency expects the Bridges Liaison to maximize independence and productivity in the young adults served through support and training. The Bridges Liaison will connect and support young adults in need of personal and community resources.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in social work, human services, behavioral health or related field.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Have a valid driver's license and current automobile insurance.
• Good written and verbal skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends.
• Initiative and ability to work independently.
• A willingness and comfort level in providing community-based services to a diverse population of clients.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm and professional in crisis situation.
• Able to pass a criminal background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience working with working with families and/or children in the child welfare system is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaboratively develop a detailed Bridges plan with each client outlining the steps necessary to obtain and maintain permanent housing.
• Monitor and coordinate the delivery of necessary evaluations and assessments in order to identify each individual's needs.
• Plan and conduct individual housing action steps as indicated in the Bridges Plan.
• Support each individual's efforts to follow through on every aspect essential for housing, such as obtaining ID, addressing legal issues, housing search, meeting with property managers, etc.
• Make contact with new individuals within 24-48 hours of their admission and meet with current individuals at a minimum of a monthly basis.
• Provide ongoing case management to individuals following placement.
• Provide referrals to needed services including health, mental health, education, vocational training.
• Serve as an advocate or liaison to other organizations when needed.
• Ensure that required elements of the ECR/EHR are present, current and in accordance with agency certification and documentation standards.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Career Growth in an Inclusive Company Culture
• 401(k) (4% automatic employer contribution - no required match)
• Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Days
• Employee Discounts & Partner Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Paid Family/Paternal Leave
• Legal Benefits Services
• Clinical Counseling/Therapy Licensure Supervision Hours (Cost Covered)
• Board Licensure Exam Cost Covered (Therapy, Counseling, and Nursing)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level