What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services Coordinator position at Retirement Housing Foundation?
There is an immediate opening for a full-time, 40 hours a week, Social Service Coordinator split between 2 buildings; 20 hours at Crescent Manor, a 45-unit older adult residential community and 20 hours at Mesquite Gardens, a 48-unit older adult residential community located Mesquite, TX.
JOB SUMMARY:
- Assess and identify residents in need of services and coordinate delivery of services.
- Establish and maintain linkages with service providers in the community.
- Develop & maintain ongoing educational health & wellness programs for residents.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive list of available community resources for residents.
- Serves as resident advocate and teaches residents to advocate for themselves.
- Serves as a liaison to community agencies, network with community providers, and seek out new services available to residents.
- Maintain positive relationships with fellow residents to ensure that communication between residents and community service providers is open and effective.
- Serves as advocate/liaison with management, other departments of the housing facility, including outside agencies who provide social services, health benefits, training and other services for seniors to Age in Place.
- Assist with providing information and referrals for crisis intervention and conflict resolution.
- Monitor resident referrals with agencies.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records to include daily and monthly reports.
- Maintain resident files in compliance with HUD requirements.
- Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
- Working Knowledge of supportive services and community resources.
- Ability to advocate and problem solve.
- Must uphold ethical standards and client confidentiality.
- Must work well with population served, staff and partners.
- Ability to work with limited supervision.
- Excellent communication skills; written and verbal.
- Excellent time management skills
- Proficient in Microsoft 365: Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Gerontology, Human Services, Psychology or Sociology preferred.
- Candidates with appropriate work experience will be considered.
- Experience working with a diverse group of seniors and disabled a plus.
