What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Service Coordinator position at The Healing Place?
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for helping program clients manage their healthcare needs, educating them about the health care system and using crisis intervention skills to help clients maintain recovery while addressing their health issues. This position is also responsible for using community resources to coordinate volunteer medical clinics, vaccination clinics and other health care related events.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential functions include but are not limited to the following:
- Conduct Health Service orientation with clients as they are admitted to the program
- Make referrals to healthcare resources in the community based on each client's needs
- Coordinate with volunteer healthcare providers to operate regular healthcare clinics for clients
- Maintain accurate volunteer and client records specific to healthcare services provided in the facility
- Maintain a working inventory of healthcare supplies and medications to meet client need
- Coordinate with community partners to conduct vaccination and immunization clinics
- Assist in the coordination and facilitation of Life Skills classes for clients
- Regularly inspect and restock all first-aid kits and supplies throughout the facility
- Coordinate with other facility staff to provide seamless, high quality service to program clients
SKILLS
- Excellent written/oral/interpersonal communication skills
- Precise attention to detail
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of information, people and processes
- Comfortable communicating with individuals with a diversity of backgrounds, income levels, and influence
- Organized with strong time management skills
QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma or Equivalency required/ Bachelor's Degree preferred
- Some experience working in residential recovery program
- Working knowledge in Microsoft Office (especially Outlook, Excel and Word)
- Must be able to spend extended periods of time on your feet (walking, standing)
- Ability to project a professional image
- Must be able to lift 50lbs. on occasion
- Valid Driver's License required