Benefits:

Paid time off

Training & development

Health insurance

Position: Licensed Vocational Nurse Seeking a full time committed Licensed Vocational Nurse to oversee a census of no more than 24 program participants experiencing homelessness

Requirements:

Minimum one year of social work experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness

Bilingual proficiency in English

Responsibilities:

1. Direct Reporting and Collaboration: -Report directly to the Program Director -Attend staff meetings, one-on-one meetings with the Program Director and Director of Social Services, case conferences, field community outreach, trainings, and community events as required.

2. Member Support and Service Coordination: -Review referrals in a timely manner -Provide medical oversight, including coordinating member appointments for general health, mental health, substance use disorders, etc. -Schedule and coordinate home health services promptly -Order and arrange delivery of durable medical equipment (DME) -Assist with applications for identification cards and income-related benefits such as SSI/SSDI, CAPI, General Relief/ Calfresh, and job resources -Facilitate member admission and discharge processes, including competing admissions notes and discharge summaries

3. Documentation and Compliance: -Clearly explain program agreements and rules upon entry -Maintain accurate and complete member files, including daily progress and services documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system

Hold one-on-one meetings with members to provide progress updates and address issues related to their residency and compliance with program rules

4. Crisis Management and Advocacy: -Manage crisis and intervene as necessary Advocate for members to address barriers to medical care and resource acquisition Establish an maintain collaborative relationships with mental health agencies, government entities, and other social services for referrals

5. Logistic and Transportation: -Assist members with transportation needs to medical, mental health, and other health-related appointments -Ensure members are "document ready" for housing applications, assisting with gathering necessary documents like ID, SSN card, birth certificate, etc. -Manage travel logistics for site visits and complete mileage reimbursement forms

6. Community Outreach to Local Hospitals -Engage with hospital social workers and other referral sources by providing program introductions

7. Additional Duties: Perform other tasks, projects, and responsibilities as assigned by the Program Director