Service Coordinator I - Altoona at UPMC

Altoona, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mental Health Service Coordination, Assessment, Service Planning, Advocacy, Relationship Management, Community Engagement, Record Keeping, Culturally Competent Services, Direct Service, Crisis Management, Training, Collaboration, Referral, Re-Evaluation, Recovery Principles, Communication

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. The primary function of Service Coordination is to provide professional assessment, 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. ChatGPT said: The department employs 18 service coordinators at UPMC- Western Behavioral Health of the Alleghenies, supporting over 400 children, adolescents, and adults in their homes and communities to promote independence. This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of $3,000 for an 18-month work commitment! Responsibilities: Service Coordination Advocate for individuals to access necessary services Ensure monthly contact and provide comprehensive service coordination Facilitate service planning meetings Communicate expectations and ensure service coordination Assessment and Evaluation Assess strengths and needs through interviews and reviews Evaluate services and review cases with relevant parties Relationship Management Develop and maintain relationships with individuals and their support networks Serve as the primary resource for individuals and families Training and Development Attend training programs for best practices Foster a cooperative agency culture and participate in projects Coordinate mental health services as part of a treatment team Community Engagement Promote collaborative service planning Maintain a catalog of community resources Encourage recovery and community inclusion Record Keeping and Compliance Keep accurate records of activities Provide culturally competent services Direct Service Utilize at least 55%25 of time in direct service Participate in On-Call Service 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 OAPSA UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

The Service Coordinator I provides mental health service coordination to individuals with serious mental health diagnoses. Responsibilities include assessment, service planning, advocacy, and maintaining relationships with individuals and their support networks.