Placement Coordinator
Evansville, IN - USA
Job Summary
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of youth and families Hillcrest Youth Services is seeking a compassionate detail-oriented Placement Coordinator to join our dynamic team.
This position offers a starting pay of $19.00 per hour.
WHY WORK FOR HILLCREST
- AffordableHealth Dental Vision and Voluntary Life Insurance that starts DAY ONE of employment!
- 401K Employer Contribution & Match
- Student Loan Assistance Program
- Physical & Financial Wellness Programs
- Generous Paid Time Off plan
- Competitive Total Compensation Program
WHAT IS THIS POSITION RESPONSIBLE FOR
- Collect compile and disseminate necessary information on all referrals and admissions to Hillcrest staff when needed.
- Assist in developing initial treatment plan and goals upon admission to program.
- Orientate new residents to rules procedures and general residential programs and services.
- Coordinate visitation for residents with approved family members.
- Maintain communication with family members concerning resident appointments as required.
- Attend assessments with residents as needed.
- Oversee residents including approval of visits and phone contacts.
- Maintain approved contact lists.
- Oversee the needs of the youth while ensuring follow-up and information is communicated as appropriate.
- Coordination of after care services.
- Maintain communication with the referral agencies to assess community needs trends in placement and other relevant information.
- Assist referral source/agency in identifying other appropriate agencies or services if admission to Hillcrest is denied.
- Assist with coordination of treatment plan goals and residents needs with outside agencies and family members involved in the treatment of the resident.
- Maintain appropriate documentation.
- Provide family education.
- Weekly updates to placing agencies.
- Monthly program reports to placing agencies.
- Monitor residents grades on an ongoing basis and provide a printout monthly for the medical record if Educational Coordinator is out.
- Represent Hillcrest in an appropriate manner while at school or court.
- Maintain required twenty hours per year of ongoing training.
- Transport residents as needed.
- Obtain/maintain CPR First Aid.
- Facilitate other residential functions as assigned.
Qualifications
WHATS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION
- Must hold a bachelors degree in social work or related human service field.
- Must have knowledge of relevant clinical issues and demonstrate clinical expertise for populations served.
- Must meet requirements as identifiedby State Licensing regulations.
If you are interested in joining the best and being the best apply today!
EOE/AA including Veterans and Disabled
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Required Experience:
IC