Service Coordinator – Emergency Shelter Program

Goodwill of SWPA • Pittsburgh, PA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit organization that funds job training, education, and other community programs by selling donated clothing and household items in Goodwill stores and online. We offer life-changing work on a mission-minded team. We are 1,000 working as one, and each of us is essential to helping our community thrive. For three years running, Goodwill has been named to Forbes’ list of America’s “Most Inspiring Companies”. We offer a wide range of career opportunities from entry level to management in retail, human services, and administrative fields. The Service Coordinator is responsible for providing comprehensive case management services to participants in the Emergency Shelter program at Northside Common Ministries. This role involves assessing participant needs, developing individualized service plans, and coordinating services and resources to promote self-sufficiency and housing stability.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent AND 5 years of experience in working with homeless populations in case management, social services, or a related field.
• Associates degree in Human Services or a related field AND 3 years of experience in working with homeless populations in case management, social services, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, or a related field AND 1 year of experience in working with homeless populations in case management, social services, or a related field.
• must have experience working with homeless populations
• a valid driver's license and reliable transportation for local travel.
• current, valid clearances (Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Fingerprints Clearance, and PATCH) prior to their first day of employment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure seamless delivery of services through effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders
• Coordinate referrals and link participants to appropriate resources and services.
• Advocate for participants rights an access to services
• Provide crisis intervention and emotional support to participants as needed
• Assist participants in navigating complex systems and overcoming barriers to self-sufficiency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED