Community Engagement Specialist- Site Based

Comprehensive Benefits Package   •   Tuition Discounts   •   Career Advancement 

The CARE Center, Inc.

Overall Function:

Implements and monitors client service plans and assists in the daily operation of program activities.

Essential Functions:

• Conducts Psychosocial Assessments and Re-assessments of clients to develop and update individualized Service Plans.
• Provides supportive counseling and intensive life skills training to individuals and client groups.
• Serves as advocate to identify and assess entitlement resources and available social and vocational services.
• Maintains current client case record activity and progress, prepares and submits all required program forms, reports and documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintains appropriate communication with internal and external programs and community resources.
• Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work Psychology or related human services field from an accredited college or university with one-year experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to obtain vital information during an interview to make proper recommendations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of financial entitlement programs and available social services.
• Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the PA State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the PA Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearance.
• Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid or any other federal health care program.

Available Benefits:

• Medical and dental benefits for eligible employees.
• Retirement plan with potential for agency match.
• Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Generous time off for eligible employees.
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