Description

Founded in 1974, Community Access is a pioneer of supportive housing and social services in NYC for people with mental health concerns. We proudly lead advocacy efforts that rally our community to promote human rights, social justice, and economic opportunities for all. We are built upon the simple truth that people are experts in their own lives. Our programs are spread across 25 locations and include over 1200 units of supportive housing in three boroughs, the Howie the Harp Advocacy Center, East Village Access—a PROS program, Peer-driven Crisis Respite Center, Adult Home Initiative and Assertive Community Treatment (ACT).

Department Overview

Community Access provides affordable housing, supportive services, education, training and employment services, integrated rehabilitation and treatment services, and care coordination to individuals with psychiatric disabilities, histories of homelessness, substance use, criminal justice involvement and serious health concerns. The agency’s care management services assist Health Home eligible individuals in various programs to access the services they need to stay healthy and out of emergency rooms and hospitals.

Position: Care Coordinator

Work Location: Bronx NY

Wage: $26.35

Benefits: 3 weeks’ vacation, 5 personal days, 12 sick days and 11 paid holidays, summer flex hours, work anniversary, comprehensive medical and dental plans, Health and Wellness Reimbursement Plan, 403b Employee Retirement Plan with Employer Match.

Position Overview

The Care Coordinator provides direct care coordination services to assigned Health Home program participants which includes defining, developing, and implementing person centered care plans to assist participants in their goals in conjunction with relevant providers chosen by the participant. The Care Coordinator will provide assistance to program participants using a person-centered, trauma-informed approach that supports individuals in their recovery and achievement of optimal health outcomes. The Care Coordinator coordinates communication among providers so that information is shared, and the person’s needs are addressed in a comprehensive manner.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) with 4 years of relevant field experience; or BA or certificate in related field with 2 years of relevant experience or MSW or MA in related field and 1 year of relevant experience.
• Must be fingerprinted and cleared by the New York State Justice Center.
• Knowledge of Medicaid, Social Security and other entitlements preferred.
• Ability to utilize various computer programs, specifically Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience in assisting in housing searches for low income, mental health, or other special needs housing including HRA 2010e applications preferred.
• Willingness to work in the field and travel by public transportation.

Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should apply on www.communityaccess.org/jobs.

Community Access is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V.

Women, People of Color and Members of the LGBT community are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are dedicated to a workforce where at least 51% of our employees identify as having a personal experience using mental health

services. www.communityaccess.org.