• Service Coordinator I

    UPMC (Altoona, PA)


    The Service Coordinator I provides mental health service coordination, according to the level of need, to a population of individuals with a serious mental health diagnosis. The primary function of Service Coordination is to provide professional assessment, service planning, service coordination, referral, and re-evaluation services required for a safe and healthy community life which is manifested through stability in relationships, housing, and employment. This is done in accordance with the Agency's vision, mission, and values, and emerging mental health Recovery Principles. This position provides an essential recovery orientation.

     

    This patient facing role is primarily community based. The setting will include homes, schools, and provider agencies.

     

    This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $3,000!

    Responsibilities:

    Intake and Coordination

    + Coordinate housing and services across multiple life domains

    + Lead and collaborate with treatment/service teams

    + Build relationships with individuals and their support networks

    Assessment and Service Planning

    + Assess strengths and needs collaboratively

    + Develop and document comprehensive service plans

    + Facilitate interdisciplinary service planning meetings

    Resource Linkage and Advocacy

    + Identify, link, and coordinate resources

    + Provide culturally competent services

    + Maintain a catalog of community resources

    + Advocate for individuals' needs

    Training and Documentation

    + Attend training programs for best practices

    + Maintain contact during hospitalizations and transitions

    + Keep accurate records in EPIC

    + Ensure compliance with regulations

    + Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services field such as Social Work, Psychology or Counseling required.

     

    _Other fields of study may be considered with coursework of at least 12 credits in Human Services._

     

    + One-year related experience preferred.

    + Prior experience working in community settings preferred. Safe driving record required.

     

    _ATTENTION: A COPY OF YOUR OFFICIAL BACHELOR'S DEGREE LEVEL TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE ATTACHED FOR CONSIDERATION._

    Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

    + Automotive Insurance

    + Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

    + Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

    + Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)

    + Driver's License

    + Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal

    + Act 33 with renewal

    + Act 34 with renewal

    + Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

    + OAPSA with renewal

     

    _UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran_