What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Case Coordinator position at SAIL-South Shore Association for Independent Living, Inc?
Mental Health Case Coordinator - Qualification and Competencies
- High School Diploma plus five years’ experience in the Human Services Field OR An Associate’s Degree in Human Services plus three years of experience in the Human services field OR Bachelor’s degree in Human service related field
- Critical thinking and sound judgment skills are necessary.
- Ability to manage change in a fast-paced growing business environment.
- Computer/office equipment usage
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrates organizational and communication skills which would enable effective interaction with agency staff, consumers/clients/families, and the community.
Schedule
- Mondays-Fridays 9am-5pm (training period only)
- Tuesdays-Saturdays or Sundays-Thursdays
- Minimum 1 late shift (ending at 6/6:30pm)
Location
- Office: Farmingdale, NY 11735
- Travel: throughout Suffolk County
Mental Health Case Coordinator - General Description
Responsible for providing supportive counseling and training in independent living skills to residents of the Apartment Treatment Program.
Mental Health Case Coordinator - Duties and Responsibilities
- Provides training in independent living skills, tenant responsibility, and psychiatric stability.
- Coordinates admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Makes routine visits to residents.
- Participates in developing, evaluating, and modifying service plans.
- Supports medication self-administration; learns medication effects and side effects.
- Assists with vocational/educational goals and socialization skills.
- Organizes recreational activities and provides counseling/crisis management.
- Ensures fire safety compliance and conducts apartment inspections.
- Provides transportation as needed and distributes resident allowances.
- Leads apartment meetings and coordinates treatment team meetings.
- Attends staff meetings, training, and agency committees as required.
- Completes all documentation accurately and on time.
Physical Demands & Work Conditions
- Heavy travel to sites; may transport clients in agency/personal car.
- Assist with client moves and cleaning demonstrations.
- Lift up to 20 lbs; possible PPE use in certain apartments.
EEO Statement
SAIL does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expressions, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. SAIL welcomes and encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants.
Our Mission is to empower persons affected by mental illness and substance use disorders achieve independence and lead healthier lives.
Vision:
To promote health, wellness, and independence by providing access to housing opportunities and services through the expansion of programs and partnerships.
Our Values:
SAIL is committed to these core values which support us to achieve our mission.
Integrity: We strive to provide quality services while ensuring honesty and transparency among clients, staff and stakeholders.
Inclusion: We create an environment that embraces the diversity and life experiences of all our clients and staff to shape a sense of community and model best practices for our organization.
Innovation: We value creativity and collaboration among clients, staff and stakeholders to overcome challenges we encounter. We aim to provide the most comprehensive care through a process of ongoing assessment and quality management.
"SAIL does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expressions, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. SAIL welcomes and encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants."
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