Service Coordination Specialist

Lucas Metropolitan Housing•Toledo, OH

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to provide comprehensive resident services related to aging safely, improved quality of life, and/or self-sufficiency. The incumbent is responsible for providing information and referral assistance to families, elderly, and disabled residents. The incumbent is also responsible for maintaining good working relationships with local community and social service organizations. All activities must support the Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority (“LMHA” or “Authority”) mission, strategic goals, and objectives. The position duties and responsibilities listed below describe the general nature and scope of work. Other responsibilities, duties, and skills may be required and assigned, as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor (preferred) or Associate’s Degree in human services, social work, or related field and a minimum of three (3) years of experience in social/human services case management.
Experience working with social service programs that serve similar populations to LMHA.
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of special programs.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Must possess a valid Ohio or Michigan driver’s license and be insurable under the Authority’s plan.

Responsibilities

Provides counseling to residents regarding need-based issues.
Develops case plans with residents individually, as a family, or in other small groups, and aids residents in mobilizing their inner capabilities and external resources to improve social functioning.
Refers residents to appropriate supportive services, community agencies, and resources; supports and encourages residents’ efforts in becoming self-sufficient.
Reviews service plan and performs follow-up to determine quantity and quality of service provided to resident and status of resident’s case.
Assists in the planning of and participates in monthly meetings to provide residents with information regarding the program.
Provides outreach to residents and schedules in-home meetings to ensure well-being and assists with resolving issues of concern.
Provides onsite crisis response, as directed by site manager or department supervisor.
Assists with coordination of onsite events for residents as appropriate, including workshops or trainings.
Maintains accurate documentation of all group and individual activities and events; produces summary reports in a timely manner for departmental monthly board reports.
Networks and forms relationships with other housing professionals and service providers in order to keep abreast of services and assistance available to residents; ensures that others within the Authority are made aware of services and assistance options available to residents.
Partners with local community groups, community service organizations, and businesses to coordinate events and programs for the residents.
Develops and maintains a Resource Directory for of state and/or local services for additional assistance.
Assists residents in securing transportation to events, shopping for critical needs (e.g. groceries), and medical appointments when requested.
Abides by LMHA’s and professional code of ethics.
Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA/PERRP safety standards that pertain to essential functions and maintains licenses and certifications as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.