- Assumes responsibility for coordinating programs and activities for eligible individuals on a group basis
- Serves as a liaison to community agencies, network with community service providers, and seek out new services available to eligible individuals
- Develops and maintains a Resource Directory that includes a listing of state and/or local service providers
- Organizes educational events that include subjects relating to health care, agency support, life skills and referral sources
- Identifies partners to provide health services and screenings to participants at their home.
- Assists participants in building informal support networks
- Outreaches to all individuals eligible for the program to provide education about the program and offer enrollment
- Conducts telephonic and/or in-person participant assessments and screenings according to program social and health requirements
- Collaborates and communicates appropriate information with care and service colleagues to achieve participant goals
- Provides quality customer service to all eligible individuals
- Assists participants in acquiring and utilizing desired community services
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- A bachelors degree in social work or a related field is preferred
- Two or more years of experience in a social service delivery with elderly, people with disabilities, and/or family population
- Demonstrated working knowledge of supportive services and other resources in the area served by the project
- Demonstrated ability to advocate, organize, problem-solve, and provide results for the participants served
- Good communication, comprehension and interpersonal skills
- Working knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office Suite and World Wide Web which will be demonstrated by a passing score on a computer literacy test
Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in coordinating social service programs and activities for eligible individuals, with a strong focus on community outreach, resource management, and participant advocacy. Proficient in conducting assessments and providing quality customer service to diverse populations, including the elderly and individuals with disabilities.
Highest-signal resume keywords
- Social Service Delivery Experience
- Community Outreach
- Participant Advocacy
- Resource Directory Development
- Assessment and Screening
ATS Optimization Keywords
Hard Skills
- Social Work
- Program Coordination
- Resource Management
- Assessment
- Problem-Solving
Soft Skills
- Communication Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Organizational Skills
Certifications & Qualifications
Industry Keywords
- Supportive Services
- Community Service Providers
- Health Services
- Elderly Care
- Disability Services
Tools & Technologies
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Windows
- World Wide Web