. Partner with clients to develop individualized service plans based on client-identified goals.
· Coordinate and advocate for access to mental health, substance use, physical health, financial, and other community resources.
· Provide support in the community and in client homes, utilizing clinical knowledge and sound judgment.
· Participate in case reviews and planning to ensure quality and stability of client services.
· Support client access to housing, including landlord relations, lease retention, and financial assistance.
· Assist clients with benefit applications, budgeting, and payee agency coordination.
· Promote family well-being through school, recreation, and healthcare connections.
· Provide medication support as required by the program.
· Maintain documentation in accordance with funder and agency standards.
Note: This job description may not cover all job duties and is subject to change without notice. Job
duties, responsibilities, and/or activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent and 4-6 years of human services experience, OR
• Associate degree and 2-4 years of experience, OR
• Bachelor’s degree in human services and 1-3 years of experience.
Licenses/Certifications
· Valid NYS driver’s license in good standing and access to a personal vehicle for work-related tasks.
Skills & Abilities
· Knowledge and experience supporting culturally diverse individuals with psychiatric or chemical dependency concerns.
· Skills in counseling, crisis assessment and intervention, communication, and client monitoring.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Word, basic computer literacy, and database usage.
Alignment with East House Values
· Humanistic, Collaborative, Optimistic, Progressive, Integrity.
· Represents the organization professionally and aligns with its mission
· Performs work with integrity and in compliance with established processes, procedures, and regulations.
Accountability
· Takes responsibility for all work activities and personal actions.
· Follows through on commitments; implements decisions that have been agreed upon.
· Maintains confidentiality with sensitive information.
· Acknowledges and learns from mistakes without blaming others.
· Recognizes the impact of one’s behavior on others.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
· Values and embraces differences, backgrounds, experiences, and opinions of individuals and groups.
· Promotes an environment where everyone feels respected and included.
Working Conditions/Work Environment
• Traditional office or household environment with occasional evening or weekend hours. •
Frequent travel and client transport required.
Physical Demands
• Requires sitting, handling paperwork, using a computer, and effective verbal/written
communication.
• Occasional lifting (up to 30 lbs.), walking, standing, stair climbing, and travel.
• Visual and auditory acuity for normal office tasks.
EEO Statement
East House encourages diversity in the workplace; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Veteran/Disability