Service Coordinator II - The Oaks

Voatx; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

Retirement plan

Education assistance program

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

A community service organization is looking for a full-time professional in Dallas, Texas, to provide essential assessments and resources for residents in need. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field and possess experience in social service delivery, particularly with senior citizens. Responsibilities include establishing community partnerships, referring residents to available services, and monitoring service provisions. A commitment to advocacy and education is also crucial.

Qualifications

• Two years in social service delivery with senior citizens and non-elderly disabled preferred.
• Typing skills at minimum of 30 WPM.
• Must have valid Texas Driver License and clear MVR.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessments for residents regarding health and social needs.
• Establish relationships with community agencies for service provision.
• Refer residents to various service providers.
• Educate residents on service availability and rights.
• Monitor services from community agencies.

Skills

Clerical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Are you looking for a job that makes a difference? Do you have a passion for helping others? Join VOA-TEXAS!

Job Type

Full Time

Why you’ll love working with VOA-Texas

• Reliable hours: We will provide a dependable schedule you can count on.
• Career advancement: Our variety of programs allows for many opportunities for growth and development. Opportunities range from administrative positions, service coordinators, property management and more!
• Benefits: Our wide range of benefits include healthcare plans, a retirement plan, education assistance program, employee discounts, paid time off, plus more!

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Providing informal, individual assessments (i.e., evaluation of health, psychological and social needs, development of an individually tailored case plan for services and periodic reassessment of the resident's situation and needs) for a resident when such service is not available through the general community.
• Establishing new relationships with agencies and service providers in the community and setting up a directory of providers for use by both project staff and residents.
• Referring residents to service providers in the community (Ex: case management, personal assistance, homemaker, meals‑on‑wheels, transportation, counseling, occasional visiting nurse, preventive health screening/wellness and legal advocacy).
• Educating residents on service availability, application procedures, client rights, etc., providing advocacy as appropriate.
• Monitors the ongoing provision of services from community agencies and keeps the case management and provider agency current with the progress of the individual. Manages the provision of supportive services where appropriate.
• Helps residents build informal support networks with other residents, family and friends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field.
• Two years in social service delivery with senior citizens and non‑elderly disabled preferred.
• Requires demonstrated clerical skills, including typing at minimum of 30 WPM.
• Must have valid Texas Driver License, clear MVR and ability to be insured.

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