Clinical Coordinator I

Our Story

The West Side Federation for Senior and Supportive Housing, Inc. (WSFSSH) is a community‐based organization whose mission is to provide safe, affordable housing with supportive services within a residential setting which enhances the independence and dignity of each person. WSFSSH develops, manages, and provides housing for low‐ income older persons, many of whom live with mental illness and/or have experienced homelessness.

Position Description

The Clinical Coordinator I will carry a small caseload and works closely with the Building Manager.   

Please Note: This is a full-time position (5) days a week on-site.   

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and case management supervision to all social work and case management staff
• Provide access to clinical supervision to all staff as needed
• As a member of the Intake Committee, review all applications for admission, participate in home visits to prospective applicants and participate in all admission decisions
• Provide clinical support and resources for any psychiatric emergencies
• Review and sign support plans, case management summaries, case notes and psychosocial histories
• Ensure compliance with contract and regulatory requirements thru regular chart audits to review completeness, timeliness and quality of documentation
• Meet regularly with Building Manager to review tenant and building issues
• Coordinate with Building Manager on staff training and provide resident related counseling to building staff as needed

• Lead a weekly team meeting with social work staff
• Facilitate monthly or quarterly meetings with Building Manager and social work staff
• Provide orientation and training for new social work staff
• Review incidents and incident reports and submit to contracted agencies as required
• Assume leadership role during site audits by contract agencies; write and submit any required Plans of Correction
• Supervise social work intern/s as needed

Required Skills / Abilities

• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to equity, cultural humility, and working with vulnerable and diverse populations.

Education & Experience  

• Masters Degree SW required; LCSW preferred
• Minimum of 2years supervisory experience required
• Minimum of 5 years working with older adults or people with a history of homelessness, chronic mental health issues or substance abuse required
• Proven ability to build, foster and lead collaborative groups and workshops for social service staff between various programs 

Benefit Overview

Westside Federation for Senior & Supportive Housing offers full-time employees a comprehensive choice of benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) retirement savings, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Life & Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), commuter benefits and more. Voluntary benefit options and time off includes 11-12 paid Federal Holidays as well as vacation and sick time.