Forensic Community Engagement Specialist

 Comprehensive Benefits Package   •   Tuition Discounts   •   Career Advancement    

SOUTHWEST BEHAVIORAL CARE, INC.

Overall Function:

Implements and monitors consumer rehabilitation plans and assists in the daily operation of program activities.

Essential Functions:

• Works with individuals to develop housing permanency and stabilization plans.
• Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary team, to assist in the following:
  • improving social functioning and expanding education and employment options with individuals who have past or current legal involvement.
  • increasing access to housing options and positive social supports in their local communities.
  • supporting skill development to increase self-reliance and independence.
• Acts as an advocate to assist with reducing barriers, including but not limited to housing, income, education, employment, and cash and non-cash entitlement benefits.
• Maintains current client case record activity and progress, prepares, and submits all required program forms, reports and documents in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintains appropriate and regular communication with external programs and community resources.
• Provides "on-call" availability for both housing emergencies and technical assistance to residential staff.
• 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.
• 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 from the PA State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the PA Department of Human Service and FBI Fingerprint Clearances.
• 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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