Service Coordinator (Part Time)

CSI•Maywood, CA

29d•Onsite

About The Position

CSI Support & Development is a mission-driven, non-profit organization dedicated to developing, acquiring, and providing high-quality affordable rental housing communities for seniors. We operate a cooperative management system across 65 properties in four states (MI, MA, MD, and CA), fostering environments where seniors can thrive as active community members. With 80 years of experience, CSI is committed to preserving affordable housing for seniors, guided by core values of Cooperation, Education, Excellence, Integrity, Respect, and Volunteerism. The Service Coordinator plays a crucial role in promoting cooperative principles and assisting in the creation of strong communities that align with CSI policies and legal requirements. This involves continuous education to empower members in managing their cooperatives, maintaining a positive and respectful attitude, and overseeing service coordination and case management for CSI Support & Development Co-op members. The ultimate mission is to empower members to age in place and enhance their ability to live independently within the co-op.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Social Work or related field required.
1-3+ years of experience working with older adults in a community-based setting required.
Knowledge of senior community and area resources.
Good oral and computer skills required; must be proficient in Microsoft Office Products.
Ability to work independently.
Excellent time management.
Must access apartments in various conditions on a regular basis.
Diligence for quality work.
Ownership of assigned tasks.
Respect, passion, and commitment for working with seniors.
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regulation requires all employees—citizens, residents, and nonresidents—to complete Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification. Employees are not allowed to work in the United States until the Form I-9 is completed and properly documented.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with older adults in a community-based setting.
Knowledge of senior community and area resources.

Responsibilities

Assist and educate members and families on services necessary for maintaining an independent lifestyle, while avoiding unhealthy boundaries.
Educate members, families, and staff on available community resources.
Assist members in building informal support networks among themselves and with their community.
Act as a liaison between community agencies, service providers, and residents.
Encourage members to be proactive in meeting their social, psychological, and physical needs, facilitating needs fulfillment when necessary but avoiding unhealthy dependence.
Use the least restrictive intervention necessary to alleviate problem situations.
Work collaboratively with members, the Council, co-op liaison, and other co-op committees.
Complete voluntary psychosocial assessments for members to identify needs.
Establish relationships with local service providers, monitoring the quality and effectiveness of their service delivery.
Plan and implement educational and group programs.
Participate in regular training and evaluation of program outcomes.
Maintain a directory of community services and make it available to members, families, and management.
Maintain individual member files and document contact with members, providers, and families/friends.
Complete reports and provide copies to appropriate parties accurately and in a timely manner.
Adhere to company policies, safety regulations, and OSHA requirements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.