Job Description

• Conduct assessments and interviews with clients to determine eligibility.
• Develop and update action plans, case notes, and other documents related to a client’s file.
• Provide ongoing life skills development to assist the client in improving independence and quality of life.
• Provide specialized and targeted interventions when clients are at risk of eviction.
• Connect clients to medical, mental health, and other supportive counseling services. Establish a network of community services and conduct appropriate referrals to clients.
• Guide clients through the process of application, qualification, re-determination for SSI, SSDI, Medicaid, Medicare, SNAP, and other services as needed.
• Occasionally conduct visits in the client’s home.
• Enlist the support of property management as appropriate for wellness checks.
• Track and report outcomes. Provide data updates as directed.
• Attend and actively participate in scheduled internal and external meetings.
• Travel throughout the area and provide transportation to clients as needed.
• Represent Compass at professional meetings, community events, and to members of the community.
• Ability to use assigned technology as directed in the community. Laptop, cell phone and designated software.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) with preference for a Bachelor’s degree in the social service field.
• 2 years experience in social service field.
• One-year related experience and/or training working with people in crisis, specifically in housing and social services.
• A valid driver's license, insurance, and own vehicle transportation
• Ability to perform CPR/First Aide as needed
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Additional Information

At Compass diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. Together, we can continue to work towards an inclusive culture that supports our employees and persons served. Compass is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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