Housing Support Coordinator (West Team) - Dekalb/Fulton Co.

View Point Health - Lawrenceville, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Lawrenceville, GA

Hospitals

About the position

The Housing Support Coordinator at View Point Health is responsible for providing support to individuals living in GHVP-subsidized permanent supportive housing. This role focuses on promoting housing stability, wellness, and community integration through various support services, including assistance with housing searches, move-in processes, and ongoing care coordination. The coordinator will work closely with clients to develop personalized support plans and facilitate access to community resources, ensuring that individuals receive the necessary support to maintain their housing and improve their overall well-being.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a minimum of 1 home visit per week/per client for the first three months of enrollment, then twice per month thereafter.
• Provide care coordination to ensure stability of housing and independent living skills.
• Interview clients and their support systems to assess functioning and secure information for service recommendations.
• Participate in weekly treatment team meetings to assist in developing treatment plans and notify professionals of client progress.
• Develop and maintain a network of community contacts for referrals and linkages to services.
• Write precise and clear progress notes in the electronic Care Logic system in a timely manner.
• Maintain required records and documentation in each client's file.
• Provide individual skills training as indicated in the client's treatment plan.
• Recognize the need for crisis intervention and notify supervisors of escalated situations.
• Meet or exceed agency productivity standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma and/or GED (or higher).
• At least two years of experience working with individuals with Severe and Persistently Mentally Ill (SPMI) in a social work or care coordinator capacity.
• Valid Georgia driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record in accordance with company policy.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with the SPMI population and individuals with co-occurring substance use diagnoses.
• Case management experience.
• Experience in a high-stress, fast-paced environment.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Certified Peer Specialist or Certified Addiction Recovery Empowerment Specialist.

Benefits

• State Health Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, long-term care, legal services, flexible spending accounts)
• Paid New Hire Training
• Company contributes additional 7.5% of salary to 401(a) Retirement Plan
• No employee deduction for Social Security
• Additional benefits such as legal services, Employee Assistance Program, and discounted tickets to attractions, shopping, technology, and travel
• Supervision, training, and continuing education opportunities available