HUD Service Coordinator - Part-Time in Platteville

Overview

LSS of WI & Upper MI is currently seeking a Service Coordinator to serve our tenants residing at Jenor Towers in Platteville. Our Service Coordinators connect residents with resources in the community, provide monthly presentations on issues in the community, and connect residents with recreational programming, and develop and arrange educational/preventative health programs.

The Service Coordinator program is designed to promote and support self-sufficiency and independence of those individuals residing in properties, facilitating a variety of support services within the residential community.

Under the direction of the Program Supervisor, the Service Coordinator provides information and referrals to community connections to tenants following guidelines, as defined in the HUD Housing Handbook Section 202, who need supportive community services to maintain self-sufficiency.

This is a part-time position at 20 hours/week with flexible scheduling. The position will support residents at Jenor Towers located at 75 N. Oak Street, Platteville, WI, 53818.

• Provide general informal case management, including intake, and referral services to all tenants needing such assistance when case management is not available.
• Assessment of health, psychological and social needs. Development of an individually tailored case plan for services and periodic reassessment of the tenant's situation.
• Establishes linkages with all agencies and service providers in the community: shops around to determine/develop the best "deals" in service pricing to assure individualized, flexible and creative services for the involved tenant(s).
• Sets up a directory of providers for use by both project staff and tenants.
• Refers and links the tenants to service providers in the general community; these are for example, case management, personal assistance, homemaker, meals on wheels, transportation, counseling, occasional visiting nurse, preventative health screening/wellness and legal advocacy.
• Educates tenants on service availability, application procedures, client rights, etc. providing advocacy as appropriate.
• May develop case plans in coordination with assessment services in community.
• Monitors the ongoing provision of services from community agencies and keeps the case management and provider agency current with the progress of the individual.
• May set up volunteer support programs with service organization in the community.
• Helps other tenants build informal support networks with other residents, family and friends.
• May provide training to project tenants in the obligation of tenancy or coordinate such training.
• May educate other staff on the management team on issues relating to aging in place and service coordination, to help them better work with and assist the tenants.
• Presents workshops or informative sessions to tenants on subject of tenant interest.
• Demonstrate the ability to work with tenants, the agency and the community in a positive manner as well as the ability to work independently.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Must comply with agency and departmental policies and regulations
• Must relate to individuals and families of varied ethnic and cultural backgrounds, ages, and economic circumstances with respect and dignity.
• Must support the Mission, Vision and Values of the Agency.

• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Service Awards and Recognition
• Ability to Contribute to 403B
• Calm Wellness App - Premium Access
• Early Earned Wage Access with UKG Wallet
• LSS makes annual raises a priority for employees
• Employee Assistance Program

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Upon offer, candidates must successfully complete the necessary background, caregiver, medical and any other checks required, according to program requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor's degree in social work, sociology, psychology or related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience is required with at least 3 years  of related experience, to include experience working with the older adult population. Working knowledge of supportive services and other resources for older adults and/or persons with disabilities is preferred.

Must have a valid driver s license and have reliable transportation to perform the essential duties of the role; a motor vehicle check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record per the LSS Driver Safety Procedure is required, and ability to meet LSS auto insurance requirements.

Ability to communicate both in verbal and written format, effectively and efficiently in job. Ability to read, write, analyze, and…