Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services, Inc.

Community Engagement Specialist

Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services, Inc.  •  Pennsylvania (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

Job Location: Donora, PA 15033
Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Job Shift: DayComprehensive Benefits Package   •   Tuition Discounts   •   Career Advancement
The CARE Center, INC.
Overall Function:
Implements and monitors consumer rehabilitation plans and assists in the daily operation of program activities.
Essential Functions:
- Finds affordable housing for clients referred to the program.
- Completes both announced and unannounced visits to the client’s homes to ensure a clean-living environment and assess any property damage.
- Acts as a liaison between the clients and the landlords of the properties.
- Coordinating and participating in property management as needed.
- Maintains current client case record activity and progress, prepares and submits all required program forms, reports, and documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
- Serves as a member of the Mental Health treatment team and maintains appropriate communication with external programs and community resources.
- Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations, and codes

Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology, or a related human services field from an accredited college or university.
- Demonstrated ability to obtain vital information during an interview to make proper recommendations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of financial entitlement programs and available social services.
- Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the PA State Police, Child Abuse from the PA Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearances.
- Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care programs.
- Ability to safely operate a variety of agency vehicles.
- Ability to assist, move, and/or transfer physically limited clients weighing up to 160 pounds.
- Ability to pack personal effects and transport mentally and physically challenged consumers.
Available Benefits:
- Medical and dental benefits for eligible employees.
- Retirement plan with potential for agency match.
- Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Generous time off for eligible employees.
- Be an SPHS Hero!
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Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services, Inc.

About Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services, Inc.

SPHS identifies and provides health and social service needs throughout Armstrong, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Washington, and Westmoreland counties since 1964. SPHS and its affiliates provide child care, aging services, mental health treatment, developmental services, substance use treatment, homeless assistance, nutrition services, and family support services.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Charleroi, Pennsylvania
Year Founded
1964
Website
sphs.org
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