Coordinated Entry Specialist

VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA SOUTH CENTRAL LOUISIANA; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

403-B Pension Plan

Short/Long Term Disability Insurances

Life Insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA SOUTH CENTRAL LOUISIANA, Inc. is seeking a Coordinated Entry Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA. This full-time, non-exempt role involves data entry for HMIS and coordinating assessments to ensure data quality across the system.

The position emphasizes liaison work with consumers and service providers, with a focus on housing resources and maintaining records. Strong computer skills and two years in homeless services are preferred.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with computer applications and systems is required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Enter client data in the LSNDC HMIS Data Base.
• Collaborate with System Administrator to generate required reports.
• Develop expertise in using the Advanced Reporting Tool.
• Refer consumers to eligible services.
• Establish rapport to engage consumers in services.
• Maintain program records and housing/resource databases.

Skills

Data entry

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Ability to work under supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

LSNDC HMIS Data Base

Advanced Reporting Tool

Job description

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Coordinated Entry Specialist

Hourly-100% Service Workers Baton Rouge, LA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1196

Salary Range: $18.00 To $18.00 Hourly

Coordinated Entry Specialist

Summary

To complete/enter data into HMIS (Homeless Management Information System) and complete Coordinated Entry Assessments to assure a high level of data quality across the system, and to serve as liaison with consumers and homeless service providers.

Position Type

Non-Exempt/Full-time

Essential Functions

• Enter client data in the LSNDC HMIS Data Base
• Work with System Administrator in generating required reports
• Develop expertise in using the Advanced Reporting Tool
• Refer consumers to eligible services
• Establish a rapport to engage consumers to services
• Report any significant concerns to Supervisor
• Maintain training requirements
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive housing and resource database.
• Maintain assigned program records.
• Projects and duties as assigned
• 2. Accountability for Others
• 3. Balanced Decision Making
• 4. Leading Others
• 5. Flexibility
• 6. Initiative
• 7. Analysis of Data

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Required Education and Experience

Proficiency in a variety of computer applications and systems is required. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with a minimum of two years of experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness or other vulnerable populations. The position requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work effectively both independently and under supervision.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit, use hands, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. This position is performed primarily in a shelter environment serving individuals experiencing homelessness. The work involves regular interaction with program participants, staff, and community partners in a dynamic, service-focused setting. The employee may occasionally be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Volunteers of America South Central Louisiana, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefit package to include: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 403-B Pension Plan, Short and Long Term Disability Insurances, Life Insurance, paid annual holidays, Vacation and Sick leave.

Equal Opportunity and AffTinative Action employer, Volunteers of America South Central Louisiana, Inc. considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.