What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forensic Community Engagement Specialist position at SPHS GROUP?
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SOUTHWEST BEHAVIORAL CARE, INC.
Overall Function:
Implements and monitors consumer rehabilitation plans and assists in the daily operation of program activities.
Essential Functions:
- Works with individuals to develop housing permanency and stabilization plans.
- Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary team, to assist in the following:
- improving social functioning and expanding education and employment options with individuals who have past or current legal involvement.
- increasing access to housing options and positive social supports in their local communities.
- supporting skill development to increase self-reliance and independence.
- Acts as an advocate to assist with reducing barriers, including but not limited to housing, income, education, employment, and cash and non-cash entitlement benefits.
- Maintains current client case record activity and progress, prepares, and submits all required program forms, reports and documents in an accurate and timely manner.
- Maintains appropriate and regular communication with external programs and community resources.
- Provides "on-call" availability for both housing emergencies and technical assistance to residential staff.
- Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in social work psychology or 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 from the PA State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the PA Department of Human Service and FBI Fingerprint Clearances.
- Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care program.
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.
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