Mental Health Association
Employment/ Housing Coordinator
Mental Health Association, West Springfield, Massachusetts, United States, 01089
Employment/Housing Coordinator
The Employment/Housing Coordinator in the Young Adult Supported Community Living program will work with young adults aged 18
22 who need support obtaining and maintaining employment, along with housing once they transition from the program. Based in Hampden County, this is an engaging, rewarding job for an individual who is truly dedicated to making a difference in the community and the lives of young adults. This is a Monday through Friday position that requires some flexibility for weekend hours. Position's Essential Functions: Gather necessary documentation to obtain housing. Find suitable housing by completing online applications, contacting landlords. Maintain housing through advocacy and mediation. Improve job development skills. Obtain and maintain a job. Learn independent living skills by teaching, role modeling. Participate actively in their community. Obtaining and maintaining employment. Achieve goals related to employment and education. Obtain all appropriate benefits. Achieve sustainable income through regular employment. Perform other similar or related duties as assigned or as necessary. Additional functions: Complete documentation requirements including progress notes, data entry. Job coaching for all young adults served. Help obtain housing for young adults transitioning out of the program. Perform housing readiness assessments. Transport as needed. Perform vocational assessments Complete thorough housing inspection to ensure safety and suitability.
The Employment/Housing Coordinator in the Young Adult Supported Community Living program will work with young adults aged 18
22 who need support obtaining and maintaining employment, along with housing once they transition from the program. Based in Hampden County, this is an engaging, rewarding job for an individual who is truly dedicated to making a difference in the community and the lives of young adults. This is a Monday through Friday position that requires some flexibility for weekend hours. Position's Essential Functions: Gather necessary documentation to obtain housing. Find suitable housing by completing online applications, contacting landlords. Maintain housing through advocacy and mediation. Improve job development skills. Obtain and maintain a job. Learn independent living skills by teaching, role modeling. Participate actively in their community. Obtaining and maintaining employment. Achieve goals related to employment and education. Obtain all appropriate benefits. Achieve sustainable income through regular employment. Perform other similar or related duties as assigned or as necessary. Additional functions: Complete documentation requirements including progress notes, data entry. Job coaching for all young adults served. Help obtain housing for young adults transitioning out of the program. Perform housing readiness assessments. Transport as needed. Perform vocational assessments Complete thorough housing inspection to ensure safety and suitability.