Homeless Outreach Coordinator

Summary:

Provides case management services to individuals experiencing homelessness in Cedar Valley, including case finding, assessment, plan development, follow-up, advocacy, and evaluation. Provides general medical social work services to the Clinic’s patient population, facilitates communication between patients and staff, establishes and/or facilitates cooperation between the Clinic and community agencies and acts as liaison between the Clinic and community.

Essential Functions:

• Provides evaluation, counseling, case management, and resource referral for individuals experiencing homelessness.
• Provides social work services to patient and families.
• Provides supportive and behavioral health counseling for patients and families.
• Assists client with affordable insurance options as needed.
• Provides substance abuse universal Full Screens.
• Consults with multi-disciplinary treatment teams as needed.
• Documents all services.
• Assists in data collection as needed for homeless grants and program services.
• Supports a service-oriented atmosphere in accordance with Peoples Community Health Clinic Mission and Philosophy.
• Works to improve work processes and clinical outcomes including health disparity and quality improvement collaboratives.
• Follows policies and procedures.
• Develops and maintains own competence.
• Maintains a safe working environment and practices safe working habits.
• Assists in control of People’s Community Health Clinic resources.
• Protected Health Information Access (HIPAA)

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in social work or counseling.
• Valid and active social work license in the state of Iowa. 2-4 years of social work experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and proof of insurance.

Peoples Community Health Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

A post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and physical are required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.70 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Social Work License (Required)

Work Location: In person