POSITION SUMMARY

The Mayor’s Initiative Coordinator will support the Mayor’s Initiative on ending Homelessness. The coordinator will develop and coordinate the project. Coordinator will work with the SJCH health team in ensuring patients are screened for homelessness and linked to services addressing Social Determinants of Health. Coordinator will visit sites to meet with patient navigators in the lobby and/or clinic to ensure clients are screened and linked for housing needs, food insecurity, and other legal/social support. The goal is to improve living conditions so that health care outcomes are improved, and we make a positive impact on homelessness.

The position will also be responsible for building relationships with external agencies which includes the Mayor’s Fund Office. The position will collaborate with other agencies and create resources for staff to support clients. The position will be responsible for weekly reports to the Mayor’s Fund and to CPO. Support to staff will include training and supervision. This involves using motivational interviewing among other techniques with a trauma-informed and person-centered care approach. Support to clients may include accessing transportation for clients to appointments, completing housing applications, and conducting eligibility assessments for various services.

The Coordinator will also communicate with staff, recruit, and train staff. The position will develop goals and monitor progress with the support of the CPO. Coordinator will support policies and quality of care to ensure Patient Navigators are providing education, navigation, and follow-up services on housing and supportive services. 

Benefits:

• Free Medical, Dental & Vision
• 13 Paid Holidays PTO
• 403 (B) retirement match
• Life Insurance, EAP
• Tuition Reimbursement
• SEIU Union (if applicable)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Continued workforce development & training
• Succession plans & growth within

Qualifications/Licensure:

• Experience identifying, accessing, and coordinating community mental health and social service resources in the City of Los Angeles and County
• Experience working social service agencies
• Ability to communicate and write, and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with disenfranchised communities
• Reliable transportation
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Ability to work well under stress & handle emergencies • Ability to work independently and with others in a collaborative, team environment
• Adaptable and resourceful
• Excellent organizational skills with an attention to detail, accuracy, and time management
• Maintain confidentiality regarding clients, personnel, and other internal agency affairs.
• Other duties may be assigned or may be modified as business needs dictate.

Responsibilities

• Attends meetings as required for updates and as directed by supervisor
• Complete reports
• Coordinates with all state, city, and county programs
• Provide front-line assistance and ongoing advocacy
• Serve as a specialist regarding program information, referral resources and education for stakeholders, community partners and clients
• Participate in bi-monthly case review meetings and assist with coordination
• Case tracking, management & data entry
• Scheduling and appointment coordination

• Participate in ongoing professional development