What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project COPE Community Liaison/Resource Coordinator position at Centerstone of Florida, Inc.?
Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Position Summary: Provides outreach and community-based liaison and referral services to local youth/families, and information/education, coordination, and consultation to community members and facilities that serve children and families. Builds rapport with agencies and families to provide appropriate safety needs and resources, youth group organizations, schools, etc. Disseminates educational and safety materials to inform of appropriate and available services.
Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. One year related work experience preferred. Knowledge of local community resources. Valid Florida Driver's License with a good driving record.
Special Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Outstanding organizational skills with good time management practices. Effective communication skills, both written and verbally in a multitude of settings. Able to work independently with an “off-site” supervisor. Ability to work in partnerships and groups effectively and cooperatively. Ability to speak publicly with members of community organizations and schools. Demonstrates clinical skills in working with participants coming from vulnerable background populations. Experience in emergency screening and in providing linkage services to the consumers and their families in an outreach setting. Excellent customer service skills and marketing skills required. Ability to learn and utilize computer software.
Essential Functions/Job Duties:
- Work as a liaison in communities to increase positive awareness of Centerstone impact relief programs and assistance.
- Work with Team Lead to coordinate distribution of educational information and materials.
- Relate to community organization members, school staff, parents/caregivers, and students while demonstrating professionalism at all times.
- Provides program participants with short-term coordination and recommended referrals as appropriate.
- Consults and maintains a team approach with peers, Team Lead and supervisor by working cooperatively on behalf of the program, and the children served.
- Attends supervisory meetings, conferences, and other training sessions.
- Establishes and maintains a positive working relationship with co-workers.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
Work Environment/Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in varying environments. The employee may be located in office, remote, or within the community. The noise level in the work environment varies by location. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand, walk, carry up to 10 pounds, and drive. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to be able to hear and communicate verbally.
Position Type, Expected Hours of Work and Travel: This is a full time, 40-hour position. Work schedule is Monday – Friday, with hours and days varying by event, worksite location, and community resource schedules. Some weekend and evenings as necessary. Local travel and commute required.
Hourly Pay Range:
$20.37 - $21.37
Time Type:
Full timeDelivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:
- Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- 403b retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and ten paid holidays
- AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
- Employee Resource Groups
- Continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Centerstone does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.
At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.
Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.
Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.
Salary : $20 - $21
