Wellness Coach

Position Overview

The Wellness Coach will assist program participants with housing stabilization, support services and accessing needed community services (medical, psychological, substance abuse, vocational, food, clothing, etc.) through the development of a referral network, referral and follow up.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide case management to assigned caseload.
• Develop and monitor individual service plans in conjunction with agency program participants.
• Aid program participants with problem solving and crisis intervention.
• Accompany program participants on medical, psychiatric, and public benefit appointments, as necessary.
• Act as advocate for program participants as appropriate; encourage and support self-advocacy.
• Identify and address problems in daily living skills; provide hands-on assistance and/or referrals.
• Support Facilities Management staff in maintaining apartment standards as outlined by S:US and other diverse funders.
• Counsel program participants as needed.
• Maintain regular home visits and hospital visits, as necessary.
• Work collaboratively with supportive services to ensure high-quality care.
• Document all services in compliance with agency standards.
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and trainings.
• Respond to on-call cell phone system for crisis intervention, emergencies, and other urgent situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related human services field, with two years of experience working with individuals with mental illness, substance use issues and/or a history of homelessness, or in the human services field.
• Experience: Experience in group work, tenant organization, case management, referral, and/or community outreach strongly preferred.
• Skills: Computer literate in Microsoft suite, skill sets in Word, Excel, and Outlook. Bilingual English/Spanish speaking preferred.

Company Overview

S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Join a team of employees who cares about the wellbeing of others. We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and development. From health and wellness resources to generous PTO, professional development, and more, explore all that we offer on our Benefits Page and see how S:US invests in you. We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values : respect , integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement.

S:US is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals.