What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family and Youth Intake Coordinator - Bilingual/Spanish position at Buckner International?
Job Description
Job Description
Buckner Children and Family Services Community : Family and Youth Services Program
Location : Mission, TX - Onsite
Address : 3780 N. Bentsen Palm Drive
Job Schedule : Full-Time
We are seeking an Intake Coordinator to join our Family and Youth Services Program. As an Intake Coordinator , you will Shine Hope as you provide accurate data entry into PEIS and agency database and coordinate the eligibility assessment process of all referrals. Join our team and shine hope in the lives of others!
What you'll do :
- Accept and screen all incoming FAYS referrals. Assess eligibility and crisis status.
- Greet all guests, clients and visitors using established hospitality standards, determine their purpose, and direct them to the appropriate program areas or staff members.
- Conduct and process unplanned crisis requests for services as they occur.
- Counsel with clients, families when performing intakes as appropriate.
- Act as a liaison between vendors, contractors, and personnel.
- Distribute incoming mail and prepare outgoing mail for daily pick-up.
- Report suspected child abuse / neglect to Supervisor and appropriate law enforcement agency.
- Maintain positive, professional appearance and demeanor while interacting and / or communicating with others.
- Consult with supervisor as necessary.
- Timely and accurately respond to inquiries regarding the FAYS program; provide detailed eligibility requirements. Accurately and appropriately respond to basic questions from clients about program services. Provide information and referrals to families. Refer callers to other Buckner programs or other appropriate providers when necessary.
What you'll bring :
The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.
About Buckner Children and Family Services :
Since 1879 Buckner has been transforming lives through hands-on ministry, serving the most vulnerable from the beginning to the ending of life. Buckner is one of the oldest and most unique faith-based social service organizations of its kind, serving hundreds of thousands of people each year in the United States and around the world. Learn more about our programs and ministry at buckner.org. Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants – with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.
