D171 - Housing Outreach Coordinator - Care Coordinator

River Edge; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 42.000 - 64.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Paid Time Off

12 Paid Holidays

401k with employer match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short and Long-term disability

Life Insurance

Zusammenfassung

River Edge Behavioral Health in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Full-time Housing Outreach Care Coordinator to support Fulton Permanent Supportive Housing clients. You will work with the Case Manager to assist with housing applications, referrals, and coordination of services in Fulton County.

The role requires a Master's in a related field, licensure eligibility, and 2+ years of post-master's experience in mental health/substance abuse treatment. Background check and drug testing are required.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in social service field (e.g., Social Work, Sociology, Psychology) or related field such as counseling.
• License eligible in LAPC, LMSW, LAMFT, LMFT, LPC, LCSW.
• Fully Licensed or Associate Licensed in LAPC, LMSW, LAMFT, LMFT, LPC, LCSW.
• At least two years of postmaster's experience providing mental health and substance abuse treatment.
• Demonstrate knowledge and expertise with the chronically mentally ill population.
• Experience in Permanent Supportive Housing is a plus.
• All applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test.
• Provide 2 professional reference statements (former employers only).
• Demonstrate expertise in mental health and substance abuse services and community resources.
• Exemplify excellent communications skills, both verbal and written.

Aufgaben

• Work closely with the Case Manager to support individuals in permanent supportive housing.
• Maintain a caseload of up to 20 individuals and conduct in-home visits.
• Conduct confidential behavioral health assessments to determine level of care.
• Develop solution-focused treatment plans with client participation.
• Participate in individual and group counseling and court attendance if applicable.
• Identify and intervene in potential crisis situations.
• Attend staff meetings, case conferences, and training programs.
• Attend clinical supervision to enhance skills.
• Provide clinical consultation to referral resources, family members and others.
• Maintain current clinical records, treatment plan reviews and outcomes.
• Maintain knowledge of treatment agencies and resources available to clients.
• Ensure compliance with River Edge policies and licensing requirements.

Ausbildung

Master's degree in social service field

License eligible: LAPC, LMSW, LAMFT, LMFT, LPC, LCSW

Fully Licensed or Associate Licensed: LAPC, LMSW, LAMFT, LMFT, LPC, LCSW

2+ years post-master's experience in mental health & substance abuse

Knowledge of chronically mentally ill population

Experience in Permanent Supportive Housing (a plus)

Background clearance & pre-employment drug test

2 professional references (former employers only)

Knowledge of mental health & substance abuse services and community resources

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Jobbeschreibung

D171 - Housing Outreach Coordinator - Care Coordinator

265 Boulevard NE, Atlanta, GA 30312, USA

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 4:00 AM

About River Edge Behavioral Health

Serving more than 10,000 Georgians, River Edge continues to be one of the state's leading resources for mental health, substance use disorder treatments and supports as well as individuals with intellectual and development disabilities. River Edge offers outpatient services at our Emery Highway-Macon, Monroe County and Baldwin County locations. Outpatient services include behavioral health, nursing, and psychiatric assessment, stabilization and medication maintenance services as well as crisis intervention services as well as awareness, education and recovery groups.

The Permanent Supportive Housing Program is for Fulton County residents inclusive of primary tenants and family. The Permanent Supportive Housing Program is a cost-effective way to help people with disabilities live more stable, productive lives. Supportive housing is widely believed to work well for those who face the most complex challenges. For those individuals that are homelessness, have very low to no income, and/or serious, persistent issues that may include substance abuse, mental illness, HIV/AIDS, or other serious challenges to a successful life, permanent supportive housing is a key to success.

River Edge is currently seeking a Full-time Care Coordinator for our Fulton Permanent Supportive Housing. We're seeking an energetic and enthusiastic candidate who has a strong commitment to fostering a client-centered culture. Within this role, the candidate will assist with providing substance abuse and mental health referrals, assistance with housing applications and other housing needs. This position is in Fulton County, Georgia.

Schedule: Monday- Friday 8:30AM-5:00PM

FLSA Classification : Hourly, Non-Exempt

Duties & Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Case Manager to provide support to individuals living in permanent supportive housing. This role is responsible for maintaining a caseload of up to 20 individuals and requires in-home visits.
• Conduct confidential behavioral health assessments to determine the appropriate level of care for clients.
• Elicit client participation in the development of a solution-focused treatment plan to address important goals, objectives, and interventions.
• Participate in individual counseling, group counseling, court attendance if applicable.
• Identify and provide intervention(s) for potential crisis situations.
• Attend staff meetings, case conferences, and training programs as designed.
• Attend clinical supervision to increase skills and knowledge.
• Provide clinical consultation to referral resources, mentors, family members, and others to help support clients in their recovery.
• Collect and review referral information and consult with others as needed to support coordination of services and scheduling of client interviews.
• Maintain quality, up-to-date clinical records, including case notes, treatment plan reviews, discharge planning, and outcomes.
• Maintain working knowledge of treatment agencies and programs and a list of resources that can be shared with clients.
• Remain in compliance with internal and external policies, procedures, regulations, and standards, including all of River Edge's policies and procedures and Quality Assurance Plan, DBHDD requirements, State Licensing standards, County Monitoring requirements, and managed care regulations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social service field (e.g., Social Work, Sociology, Psychology,) or related field, such as counseling. (Required)
• License eligible in one of the following: LAPC, LMSW, LAMFT, LMFT, LPC, LCSW). (Preferred)
• Fully Licensed or Associate Licensed in either - LAPC, LMSW, LAMFT, LMFT, LPC, LCSW) (Preferred)
• At least two (2) years of postmaster's experience providing mental health and substance abuse treatment.
• Demonstrate knowledge and expertise with the chronically mentally ill population.
• Experience in Permanent Supportive Housing is a plus.
• All applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test.
• Provide 2 Professional reference Statements (Former employers only, no family members)
• Demonstrate expertise and knowledge in mental health and substance abuse services and community resources.
• Exemplify excellent communications skills, both verbal and written.

Additional Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 401k with an employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short and Long-term disability coverage
• Life Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer and highly value diversity.We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

All selected applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test.

265 Boulevard NE, Atlanta, GA 30312, USA