What are the responsibilities and job description for the CHIPP Housing Support Staff - Erie, PA position at Lakeshore Community Services, Inc?
Duties Include:
· Assist consumers who are being discharged or diverted from Warren State Hospital or other facilities for the purpose of coordinating affordable housing needs throughout the discharge process.
· Assist in the development of an individual Housing Support Program service assessment and goal plans for each consumer, review them with the consumer on a regular basis and update them as needed.
· Develop relationships with landlords and assist consumers in identifying housing options and obtaining and maintaining housing.
· Provide support to consumers in an effort to help maintain community tenure and prevent admission to higher levels of care.
· Assist and/or instruct consumers in activities of daily living (budgeting, banking, grocery shopping, meal preparation, medication organization, laundry, housekeeping and general maintenance.)
· Provide instruction and support to consumers learning to utilize community resources including transportation.
· Assist consumers in developing natural social and community supports.
· Assist consumers in accessing appointments as indicated by the consumers’ service plans.
Minimum Requirements:
High School diploma
At least 1 year of experience working with individuals with mental illness and/or intellectual disabilities or a combination of related experience and education, preferably community based.
Applicants must have a reliable vehicle and be willing to utilize it on a regular basis
EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.69 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- On call
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Case management/ Mental Health: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17
