Continuum of Care Coordinator

The CENTER for Human Services, a leading provider of behavioral health care services, is seeking a Continuum of Care Coordinator.

The CoC Coordinator shall be responsible for the organization, implementation, documentation, and maintenance of Continuum of Care services for homeless individuals and families throughout Central Illinois, including:

• Accompanying street outreach and client engagement teams.
• Organizing monthly meetings and committees, providing leadership and support, identifying gaps in services, and assisting in
  the development of solutions and resources, and assisting with funding applications and required reports.
• The coordinator shall be an active community member, advocating and promoting Continuum of Care services and positive system changes within identified Central Illinois counties.

We seek flexible, driven, passionate, open-minded, client-focused, and independent candidates who can identify and act on client needs at the individual and community level. Qualifications and attributes for candidates include the following:

• Experience engaging with and advocating for a diverse population, including people in crisis, people experiencing homelessness, and/or individuals with very low income. Relevant education may be considered as substitute experience.
• Evidence of ongoing training and education in related areas such as mental illness, substance abuse, racial and social justice, and/or homelessness.
• A valid driver’s license, reliable means of transportation, and liability insurance on personal
  vehicle.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and Google applications, including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Google Docs.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check as required by agency policy and/or applicable laws/regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet frequent deadlines.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and engagement skills with a challenging population and in non-traditional work conditions.
• Ability to maintain professional composure during emotionally challenging situations and interactions with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and trafficking.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) candidates preferred.

Individuals with a lived experience of homelessness and/or housing insecurity are encouraged to apply.

$48.00 - $58,000 annually

• Paid Time Off
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Plans
• Dependent Care Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 403B Employer Matching