Wellness Coach

Services for the Underserved • Brooklyn, NY

13d • $50,000 - $55,000

About The Position

WELLNESS COACHES (CASE MANAGERS) Services for the Underserved Chester Program Brooklyn, New York FULL - TIME | FLEXIBLE SCHEDULES | MULTIPLE LOCATIONS IN NYC ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN OPPORTUNITY THAT MAKES YOU FEEL FULFILLED? You understand what it means to have another chance in life. You relate to life hurdles and how they can impact someone else’s life. You have the ability to utilize your skills to transform the lives of others. We are looking for Wellness Coaches who have a passion to help others, to serve as case managers. As a Wellness Coach you will assist consumers with accessing needed community services (medical, psychological, substance abuse, vocational, food, clothing, etc.) through the development of a referral network. This is great opportunity for those looking to build a career in the not-for-profit social services arena. With a passion to help others, you can easily progress into other positions such as Vocational Specialist, Clinical Coordinator, Program Director.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in human services or related field required
• A minimum of two years’ experience working with people who have a mental illness
• Computer literate in word processing and excellent writing capabilities to develop treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Engage people with mental illness and assist them in meeting the demands of community living and maintaining their housing by teaching them the necessary skills, and linking them to services that will support their 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 inspections conditions as assigned
• Provide Case Management for residents, engage residents in setting rehabilitation and housing support goals, and collaborate with them in developing a Housing Support Plan where indicated.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees