Job Title & Specialty Area: Family Resource Coordinator
Department: Social Work
Location: Dallas campus
Shift: Day Shift -Mon-Fri- 8:30 am- 5 pm
Job Type: On-Site
Why Children’s Health?
At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.
Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.
Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.
Summary:
This position is responsible for coordinating hospital and community resources in accordance with treatment team recommendations. Assist with resource applications, facilitating ongoing governmental and community aide in collaboration with unit based clinical social worker.
Responsibilities:

• Provide information and referral on available community resources identified by the clinical social worker. Initiate contact with family for prompt follow-up on needs (For example, concrete resources such as housing, transportation, food, outpatient counseling, inpatient community behavioral health treatment, wish organizations, disability applications, etc.)
• Assist with the resource and referral process involved with the ongoing assessment of Social Determinants of Health (SDOH)
• Liaison with outside agencies to maximize follow through by agency and family
• Collaborate with unit based social worker and clinical stakeholders on availability of support to meet the identified needs of the family
• Document resource assistance and referrals in departmental logs and in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Update clinical social worker on progress in locating resources
• Provide updates and guidance to families regarding referrals and disposition
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

WORK EXPERIENCE

• At least 2 years in Human Services related field (Human Development, Family Studies, Social Work, Psychology) Pref

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent Req
• Two-year Associate's degree or equivalent experience Human Services or related field Pref

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• None

A Place Where You Belong
We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.
Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care for You:

• Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
• 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
• Caregiver Leave
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement >