What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Housing Specialist Weekend Services position at Lower Shore Clinic Inc?
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We are building a new team and expanding our services thanks to a $4 million funding stream.
Now hiring for 3-day work week Friday - Sunday. You work 30 hours, but we will pay you for 40 hours.
PSYCHIATRIC REHABILITATION (PRP) HOUSING SPECIALIST- Weekend Services
PRP Housing Specialist Weekend Services Position Summary:
The Housing Specialist is responsible for assisting with housing search and placement with clients who have co-occurring mental illness and substance abuse disorders.
Job Responsibilities:
- Participate in developing person-centered treatment plans, monitoring, and documenting progress, that includes housing procurement, financial, and self-sufficiency goals.
- Attend agency housing meetings weekly, community housing meetings, and establish relationships with community shelters.
- Provide high quality treatment using evidenced based practices.
- Coordinate treatment and stabilization with identified natural supports and with community service providers.
- Provide mediation and advocacy with landlords on the client’s behalf to develop a workable plan to obtain and or maintain housing.
Qualifications, Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma
- Two years related experience.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification.
- Full valid driver's license
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Why work for HealthPort?
HealthPort is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Center that offers outpatient therapy, substance abuse, and primary care services. Our mission is to provide caring, effective, and highly accessible healthcare to all the residents of the Eastern Shore who seek services. We offer a rich benefit package, competitive salaries, and tuition assistance. We hope you join our team! Check out our website HealthPort.org.