Service Coordinator (LPN)

RiseWell Community Services • New York, NY

2d • $0 - $70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

RiseWell Community Services is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse for our Supportive Housing for Herkimer Gardens. In this role, you will be providing management and administration of medications, in conjunction with the psychiatrist, NPP, and registered nurse as a member of a supported housing facility for persons with severe and persistent mental illness. Ensure medical standards as per program regulations are being provided.

Requirements

• Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the New York State Education Department.
• A valid and clean NY State driver's license.
• Fingerprinting, criminal record check, and approval from NYS Office of Mental Health.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a treatment or rehabilitation setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with staff to determine eligibility and appropriateness of applicants.
• Assess any medical crisis that arises and ensure linkage to any necessary medical interventions.
• Coordination with all providers to ensure continuity of care between providers daily.
• Provide on-going education and counseling to assist clients who have increasing medical concerns as needed.
• Assess participants’ needs and communicate with team about needed interventions and necessary follow-up daily.
• Provide voluntary medication assistance as needed.
• Provide linkages to PCPs and medical services on an ongoing basis.
• Inform program of hospitalization and medication changes.
• Participate in inpatient discharge meetings and other collaborative meetings.
• Assist individuals to establish and work towards their own desired life goals.
• Educate and assist individuals to obtain medical, social, psychosocial, financial, legal, educational, mental health and other medical services.
• Visit each individual assigned to assist them in meeting their established goals.
• Facilitate resident groups and workshops.
• Facilitate community trips.
• Assist individuals in developing support systems, which include both formal and informal supports.
• Empower individuals to be involved in the decision making process to help them choose the best options.
• Advocate on behalf of individuals with other service providers to assist them in reaching their desired goals.
• Assist individuals in coping with the demands of work, school and social relationships.
• Maintain regular contact with other service providers to ensure a full continuum of services.
• Conduct reassessment meetings with each individual to assess their progress at least every 6 months or when circumstances or needs change.
• Maintain required documentation in compliance with funding sources and agency policies.
• Attend supervision, staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Report all incidents and problematic events immediately to Program Manager or designee.
• Provide guidance and training to Case Managers and other staff in the program.
• Act on behalf of Program Manager in their absence.
• Comply with agency Compliance Plan and False Claims Policy by preventing, detecting and reporting any potential healthcare abuse and fraud. Report any potential non-compliance and comply with all other federal, state and local regulations applicable to this job description.
• Utilize all agency based IT applications pertaining to this job description in a proficient manner.
• Remain current on changing developments in individual field of expertise.
• Perform all other job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
• 13 paid Holidays for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision
• Retirement 401K Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Long and Short Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• CALM App Subscription
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Career Growth & Promotional Opportunities
• Comprehensive Paid Training
• Supplemental Accident, Illness and Hospitalization Insurance
• Encourage Education Professional Advancement
• Employee Perks & Discounts on Broadway shows, theme parks, and other attractions
• Eligibility for Federal/Public Loan Forgiveness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree