Wellness Coach

Services For The Underserved, Inc.•New York, NY

22h•$50,000 - $55,000•Onsite

About The Position

S:US is seeking Wellness Coaches, also described as Case Managers, to support people with mental illness as they work toward recovery, independence, and successful community living. The role assists consumers in accessing community services—including medical, psychological, substance abuse, vocational, food, and clothing resources—by developing a referral network. Coaches teach skills that help residents meet the demands of community living and maintain housing, and work with residents to set rehabilitation and housing-support goals. The position offers an opportunity to build a career in nonprofit social services, with potential progression into roles such as Vocational Specialist, Clinical Coordinator, or Program Director. This is a full-time position with flexible schedules, based at multiple locations in New York City. The work location is in person.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a human services field.
Two years of experience with individuals with mental illness, substance abuse issues, and/or a history of homelessness.
Working knowledge of computer programs, including email, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and the Windows operating system.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a scattered-site setting.
Experience in group work, tenant organization, case management, referral, and/or community outreach.
Experience or training in peer counseling or advocacy.
Bilingual English/Spanish.
Valid New York State driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Engage people with mental illness and help them meet the demands of community living and maintain their housing by teaching necessary skills and linking them to services that support recovery, independence, and self-determination.
Conduct group meetings on wellness management.
Complete service plan reviews for all residents.
Regularly assess, correct, and report apartment and personal living-space inspection conditions as assigned.
Provide case management for residents.
Engage residents in setting rehabilitation and housing-support goals and collaborate with them to develop a Housing Support Plan where indicated.
Assist consumers in accessing needed community services through development of a referral network.