Acute Service Coordinator I at UPMC

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Service Coordination, Mental Health, Housing Assistance, Service Planning, Referral, Assessment, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Resource Linkage, Advocacy, Documentation, Crisis Management, Culturally Competent Services

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

The Service Coordinator I provides mental health service coordination, according to the level of need, to a population of individuals with a serious mental health diagnosis and in need of housing. The primary function of Service Coordination is to provide professional assessment, assist with locating housing, service planning, service coordination, referral, and re-evaluation services required for a safe and healthy community life which is manifested through stability in relationships, housing, and employment. This is done in accordance with the Agency's vision, mission, and values, and emerging mental health Recovery Principles. This position provides an essential recovery orientation. This position is eligible for the Behavioral Health Fellows Program- an initiative sponsored by Allegheny County Department of Human Services (DHS) in partnership with Community Care Behavioral Health and Jewish Healthcare Foundation. Designed to strengthen the County’s public behavioral health system, this program offers incredible benefits, including up to $45,000 in educational loan repayment (based on your degree level), or free access to an accredited professional certificate program, as well as paid time off for training and professional development as a part of a cohort group. This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $3,000! Responsibilities: Intake and Coordination Coordinate housing and services across multiple life domains Lead and collaborate with treatment/service teams Build relationships with individuals and their support networks Assessment and Service Planning Assess strengths and needs collaboratively Develop and document comprehensive service plans Facilitate interdisciplinary service planning meetings Resource Linkage and Advocacy Identify, link, and coordinate resources Provide culturally competent services Maintain a catalog of community resources Advocate for individuals' needs Training and Documentation Attend training programs for best practices Maintain contact during hospitalizations and transitions Keep accurate records in EPIC Ensure compliance with regulations Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services field such as Social Work, Psychology or Counseling required. Other fields of study may be considered with coursework of at least 12 credits in Human Services. One-year related experience preferred. Prior experience working in community settings preferred. Safe driving record required. ATTENTION: A COPY OF YOUR OFFICIAL BACHELOR’S DEGREE LEVEL TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE ATTACHED FOR CONSIDERATION. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC) Driver's License Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

The Service Coordinator I provides professional mental health service coordination, including assessment, housing assistance, service planning, and referrals for individuals with serious mental health diagnoses. This role focuses on ensuring stability in relationships, housing, and employment in alignment with recovery principles.