Service Coordinator - Community Services

Employment Type: Full time Shift:

Description: POSITION PURPOSE:

The Service Coordinator s erves on the front lines of one of our most integral programs, helping individuals and families with serious mental illness get access to services, build support networks, and resolve conflicts.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• works in the community and assists persons served in accessing services, building support networks and resolving conflicts
• provides professional assessment, coordination of behavioral and physical health services and supports, service planning, linkage, referral, evaluation and monitoring, and advocacy services required for a safe and healthy life based on the individual's identified needs.
• links individuals and families to services and promotes coordination across service systems.
• helps individuals and families on their journeys to recovery, offering encouragement to make positive changes in manageable steps.

MINIMUM QUALILFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree with major course work in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Gerontology, Anthropology, Political Science, Theology, History, Criminal Justice, Counseling, Education or, Registered Nurse AND 2 years of related human services experience OR

• High School diploma with 12 college credit hours in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Gerontology, Anthropology, Political Science, Theology, History, Criminal Justice, Counseling, Education AND 6 years of related human services experience. Transcripts needed with application if the degree is not in one of the above 10 disciplines.

• Act 33/34 and FBI clearances

• Pre-Employment Drug Screen

• Valid driver’s license

• Ability to drive an organization vehicle

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS AND BENEFITS:

WORK SCHEDULE: This is an Exempt (Salary) position. Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm with flexibility to meet the needs of the people we serve. On call opportunities available

Comprehensive Benefit Package starts Day 1 of employment: 403B with employer match; Paid Time Off (PTO); Medical, Dental, Vision; Life Insurance; Paid Holiday Days; Plus more………

ABOUT PITTSBURGH MERCY

We are a community-based health and human services organization using person-centered care to treat our area’s most vulnerable populations. We work with families in settings that are safe and familiar to them, and view them as equal partners when planning, developing, and monitoring care.

Our mission is to be a compassionate, transforming presence within our communities. We reach out to offer help – and hope – to people who are experiencing: Mental illness and substance use; Physical health needs; Intellectual disabilities; Traumatic events or circumstances, including homelessness + abuse

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.