PATH COORDINATOR

VOLUNTEER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH • Cookeville, TN

3d • $0 - $46,000 • Onsite

About The Position

An opening is available for a dedicated, full-time PATH Coordinator in Putnam County. This field-based role focuses on street and community outreach to identify, engage, and provide comprehensive case management for individuals experiencing homelessness. The coordinator will utilize a trauma-informed, person-centered approach to help clients secure stable housing and achieve recovery goals while meeting all grant requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
• Experience working in a community setting with adults who have severe and persistent mental disabilities.
• Must have an understanding of psychotropic medications and their side effects.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working directly with the homeless population is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular street and community outreach to identify and enroll eligible participants in homeless encampments, shelters, and community locations.
• Maintain an active caseload, conduct screening of referrals, and develop individualized service plans focused on housing stability and recovery.
• Assist clients in accessing emergency shelters, temporary housing, and permanent housing resources.
• Partner with the CoC, Coordinated Assessment, and other community agencies.
• Participate in case conferences and mediate with natural support systems.
• Adhere to PATH scope of services, client confidentiality guidelines, and VBH policies.
• Complete daily supervisor updates and maintain timely documentation to meet grant objectives.

What This Job Offers

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