(PRP) Direct Service Coordinator

Empowering Minds Resour-posted 3 months ago

Part-time • Entry Level

Glen Burnie, MD

101-250 employees

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The Direct Service Coordinator (DSC) assists clients with mental illness in reaching a higher level of independence and integration within their community. The DSC is an advocate who supports clients in accessing and coordinating benefits, services and community-based resources. DSC's provide individualized services to clients on-site at Empowering Minds Resource Center (EMRC), within clients' homes and in the community. EMRC's wellness-based approach assists clients with learning and developing improved daily living skills as well as working toward achieving healthy coping skills.

Assist clients with their individualized rehabilitation plan goals in self-care skills, social skills, independent living skills, and health promotion and training.
Monitor each client during in-person visits of 30-45 minutes for a minimum of three visits (for children & adolescents) and six visits (for adults) per month and document any changes in the client's emotional, psychological, or physical health.
Document monthly all client contact, interaction, interventions and goal achievement, including dates, locations, and types of contact.
Work cooperatively with family and other involved professionals to coordinate services with other agencies and programs in the best interest of the client.
Research and provide the client with community-based resources as needed to meet the client's needs and encourage progress toward personal goals.
Facilitate client participation in weekly EMRC group meetings to encourage peer socialization and development of coping strategies/techniques.

Bachelor’s level degree (or higher) in a human services field preferred
One year or more of experience working with children and families
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong time-management and organizational skills
Ability to both work independently and on a team
Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license
A background check and driving record check is required and is paid for by EMRC
60 hours paid online training required prior to providing services to clients
Must be committed and able to work successfully independently.

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