Housing First Coordinator

Housing First Coordinator- Flexible Support Services Responsibilities:
Screen, assess, and develop and implement comprehensive trauma informed
care plan for assigned clients that reflects identified needs and
treatment preferences of the person served Collect and track data
correlated to client outcomes and provide reports and trend analysis per
contract with respective Accountable Care Organization as applicable.
Provide comprehensive service coordination through collateral contacts
as indicated while leveraging pre and post tenancy support services
within a Housing First framework. Complete assessments for Coordinated
Entry and/or DMH Services Authorization other state or federal resources
as needed or assigned. Assist with and participate in strategic planning
for the Flexible Services Program. Build upon existing partnerships with
community-based organizations to cultivate more robust support service
opportunities as applicable Serve as a member of internal/external
multi-disciplinary teams and case conferencing forums as assigned.
Obtain and maintain current certifications in CPR, First Aid, and all
other required training. Ensure that all certificates are current and
provide required documentation to the Agency. Qualifications: Requires a
Bachelor?s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, nursing or
other closely related field? or 2 years case management or comparable
experience with the homeless population. Master?s degree in the healing
arts is strongly preferred. Recovery Coach/Certified Peer Specialists
with at least 1-year experience with adult homeless population will be
considered. Must have strong engagement, support planning/implementation
and organizational skills. Must demonstrate proven ability to leverage
internal/external continuums of care and resources to meet identified
needs of people served while maximizing their input and participation.
Knowledge/experience in supporting homeless adults with mental illness
and/or substance abuse disorders. Knowledge of Public Entitlements
(EAEDC, Social Security, Food stamps, etc.,) and other resources is
required. Maintain knowledge of and methods to identify and access
community resources – especially housing systems (COC/Balance of
State/Permanent, Project Based, Transitional Housing). Has working
knowledge related to housing navigation and tenancy sustaining supports
within a Housing First framework. Location: Hybrid role that provides
flexible support services in the North Shore, Metro North, and Boston
Service areas. This is a community-based/outreach position. Reliable
transportation is required. Eliot offers mileage reimbursement!
Education Preferred Bachelors or better in Social Work. Licenses &
Certifications Preferred MA Drivers License Requisition Number:
HOUSI008615