WOGI Gatekeeper/Compeer Program Coordinator

Mental Health Association in Orange County, NY•City of Middletown, NY

About The Position

This position is a collaboration of Orange County agencies and part of the Partnership Innovation for Older Adults Initiative to engage adults age 55 and older with unmet behavioral health, substance- use and aging related needs. Gatekeeper Program Coordinator responsibilities include education and outreach services to “Community Gatekeepers” who are non-traditional referral sources who may come in contact with older adults through everyday work activities. The Compeer Program Coordinator responsibilities include providing individual support to older adults by offering a meaningful friendship, community engagement and linkage to resources. Perform duties while actively promoting an environment consistent with MHA’s Cultural Equity Policy and WELCOME Orange.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in related field; OR NYS licensure and current registration as a Registered Nurse and a bachelor’s degree; OR A Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC).
2 years of experience in either: o Providing direct services to adults diagnosed with mental disabilities, developmental disabilities and/or substance use; OR o Linking persons who have been diagnosed with mental disabilities, developmental disabilities, substance use to a broad range of services essential to successfully living in a community setting.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Must be organized, self-motivated and have the ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to exercise sound judgment under crisis situations and to abide by regulations regarding confidentiality.
Valid Driver’s License and ability to drive with current driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage.
Must be clear and maintain an acceptable record under the Medicaid Fraud & Abuse clearance process.

Nice To Haves

Excellent public speaking skills a plus.
Experience providing trainings a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide training in a culturally and linguistically competent manner to police officers, senior center staff, clergy, human service providers, business owners and other gatekeepers to recognize, identify and refer older adults who have behavioral health and/or substance use issues so that they can be assessed and linked to mental health and/or substance use services.
Provide educational workshops to the general community to create awareness regarding the many issues aging adults’ face, to de-stigmatize mental illness for aging adults, increase their access to mental health care, increase interdisciplinary collaboration and improve and maintain independent functioning in the community.
Provide one-on-one support for older adults in the community, with special emphasis in identifying and assisting in the management of social determinants of health.
Assist older adults with breaking isolation, achieve socialization, make friendships in the community, attend regular medical appointments, utilize local resources and provide a close and reliable companion to recognize changes in behavior or living situations that could require additional assistance or care.
Provide Compeer Calling to maintain contact and continuum of care.
Organize and maintain all program information and volunteer files.
Prepare monthly, quarterly and statistical reports as necessary for Partnership Innovation for Older Adults Initiative and Compeer Program.
Oversee and enter program data into the Scorecard website.
Oversee the development and delivery of educational workshops and public awareness programs for the community.

Benefits

Paid holidays
Paid Time Off
Sick leave according to MHA policy
Competitive compensation rates
1 hour paid lunch for F/T employees
4 Wellness Days annually for F/T employees
14 Paid Holidays which includes 1 Floating Holiday
403(b) Plan with discretionary matching
Employee benefits include: Medical / Dental / Vision / Flexible Spending Account-Health Saving Account / Dependent Care / Life Insurance / Supplemental Insurance for Medical Expenses.
Numerous opportunities extended for staff development and career growth.
Diverse employment opportunities. Licensed clinicians and bilingual staff are particularly sought. As an agency that provides 24/7 services, numerous shifts are also available.