Participant Coordinator

Overview

Why Join Us
:
This position is for different location within the valley and LA area, we offer Full-Time, Part-Time, Day, Swing and Graveyard Shifts based on availability.

You believe that every person deserves a place to call home. You see that homelessness is a systemic issue and want to be a part of the solution. You are ready to utilize your talent, experience, and creativity towards purpose-driven work. You want to work alongside industry leaders to learn, implement, and pioneer best practices.

Salary
: USD $21.65/Hr.

The Participant Coordinator is responsible for completing intake at program entry to ensure all participant documentation has been retrieved and program standards have been explained. The Participant Coordinator provides support and advocacy through crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and linkage to social service resources. This position will provide general front desk support and coverage, perform clerical and administrative duties such as answering phones, managing sign-in sheets and generating incident reports.

It will also assist with daily living needs and monitor daily activity to ensure the cleanliness of the facility and safety of both staff and participants.

• Coordinates with and supports participant’s assigned Housing Navigator/Case Manager to achieve participant’s housing goals, acting as a liaison between Interim Housing and Housing Navigation
• Provides conflict resolution and crisis intervention by encouraging positive methods for problem solving and using restorative justice practices
• Provides accurate and thorough communication and documentation about all incidents involving participants and complete necessary incident reports
• Collaborates with Mental Health Specialists and co-located staff on site
• Remains knowledgeable on best practices and interventions related to Domestic Violence, Harm Reduction, Trauma Informed Care and Housing First Models
• Checks participant items for contraband at entry to the site as necessary
• Completes intake with participant upon entry into site, as needed
• Completes and submits daily occupancy reports as necessary and required per contract
• Assists with identified housing plan tasks as necessary
• Answers incoming calls, emails and responds to program and participant inquiries
• Performs daily room checks and support to facilitate room changes
• Light cleaning duties to ensure that the site is presentable and habitable
• Completes daily documentation, maintains case notes and service entries in HMIS, and completes occupant reports as needed
• Maintains daily provider sign-in sheets and occupancy standards
• Coordinates cleaning/laundry schedule for participants
• Sorts and distributes participant mail
• Participates in site and community meetings, attends monthly PC meetings, and training opportunities
• Contacts emergency services in collaboration/consultation with supervisor when necessary
• Hourly walk around grounds to ensure safety
• Submits maintenance requests and supply orders, as needed
• Assists in facilitating volunteer activities/events, as applicable
• Schedule flexibility (day, swing, overnight) and site location flexibility (multiple sites)
• Additional tasks, projects, and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

• Advocacy and case management skills preferred
• Effective problem-solving skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Conflict resolution skills
• Customer service skills
• Ability to provide crisis interventions
• Proficient in Microsoft Programs (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), Zoom, and web-based scheduling software
• Proficient in written and oral communication
• Bilingual:
  Spanish/English a plus
• Show strong leadership abilities, team and independent work skills
• Good organizational skills, and ability to follow through from beginning to end on tasks and projects
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule at multiple sites including evenings, weekends, and holidays

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule at multiple sites including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Maintain and execute confidential information according to HIPAA standards
• Obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid Certification
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability…