Integrated Care Specialist - Shelter
Job in
Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas, 67232, USA
Listing for:
Mental Health Association of South Central Kansas
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-27
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Mental Health, Community Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services
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Healthcare
Mental Health, Community Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Housing Integrated Care Specialist - Shelter-Based
POSITION TITLE
Housing Integrated Care Specialist
- Shelter Based
FLSA CLASSIFICATION
Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO
Clinical Coordinator of Homeless Services
POSITION SUPERVISED
N/A
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Housing Integrated Care Specialist (ICS) provides short-term case management to homeless consumers with the overall objective of securing and maintaining housing, along with access and engagement to mental health services. The IC will support consumers at the Second Light Shelter & Services with improving their independent living skills and manage the symptoms of their mental illness. The IC will collaborate with homeless service providers at the Second Light Shelter & Services to meet consumers’ needs where they are and assist them with developing goals to exit homelessness.
ESSENTIAL
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Engaging with Second Light Shelter and Services consumers at least 60% of hours worked daily.Empowers consumers by utilizing trauma informed care, harm reduction and client centered approaches.Maintains accurate and timely documentation of service provision in either Electronic Health Record (EHR) or Homeless Management Information System (HMIS). Completes progress notes daily in a manner that individualizes each note, reflecting appropriate interventions and progress towards goals.Ensures completion treatment plans timely and as needed – for consumers open to MHA programs. Complete all assessments associated with treatment plan reviews. Use a Client Centered approach, ensuring individualized treatment goals.Works with consumers to achieve goals established in their individualized treatment plan. Areas of focus should be obtaining housing, employment and basic Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s).Collaborate with shelter staff, other homeless service providers and consumers to maintain shelter placement. Assist consumers by providing crisis support and safety planning as needed.Collaborate with case managers, outreach workers, housing navigators and healthcare providers to develop and implement holistic service plans. Complete referrals to services as needed.Serves as a liaison between the consumer and service systems including housing programs, behavioral health, medical providers and legal entities.Meets deadlines and ensures accuracy of various reports/paperwork, mileage sheets, and electronic timesheets.OTHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Maintains an acceptable overall attendance record, to include department staff meetings, agency meetings, and training as required. Ensures appropriate notification to supervisor for absences and ensures that work is covered.Must have access to a reliable personal vehicle and be able to transport consumers on a regular basis as part of the job essential job responsibilities.Obtains SOAR Certification and maintains current on SOAR processes to assist consumers with accessing / maintaining eligibility for SSI/SSDI, food stamps and medical insurance.Must be willing to work flexible hours including evenings and weekendsExhibits an appropriate level of technical knowledge for the position.Produces quantity of work necessary to meet job requirements.Works well with a team, keeps others informed of information needed. Treats others with respect, maintaining a spirit of cooperation.Maintains effective and professional verbal and written interactions with peers, customers, supervisors and other staff. Use diplomacy and tact in dealing with difficult situations or people. Demonstrates effective listening skills. Is receptive to constructive feedback.Demonstrates the ability and willingness to handle new assignments, changes in procedures and business requirements. Identify what needs to be done and take appropriate action.Completes assigned work, meets deadlines without reminders/follow-up from supervisor or others.Performs work conscientiously with a high degree of accuracy.Meets goals and objectives as mutually agreed upon during last performance review (if applicable).POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Housing Integrated Care Specialist is expected to have a bachelor’s degree in a human service field or four years of equivalent education and/or experience working in the human services…
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