PATH Engagement Specialist (76090)

Job DetailsJob Location

• Harmony
• House -
• Huntington,
• WV 25701Position
• Type:
• Full
• TimeEducation
• Level:
• High
• SchoolSalary
• Range: $13.00
• HourlyTravel
• Percentage: Up to 50%
• Job
• Shift:
• AnyJob
• Category:
• Nonprofit -
• Social
• ServicesJob
• Title:
• PATH
• Engagement
• Specialist
• FLSA
• Status:
• Non-Exempt
• Reports to:
• Site
• Manager
• Department:
• Clinical
• Preparation
• Date:
• August 30, 2024
• CENTER’S
• MISSION
• AND
• VISION: Prestera Health Services is devoted to serving our communities by inspiring hope and growth to achieve wellness. JOB SUMMARY The PATH Engagement Specialist will engage consumers experiencing homelessness by assisting them to identify programs which assist with permanent housing. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Identify and build rapport with homeless individuals and families living on the streets or in places not meant for habitation. Participate in the local housing prioritization team. Conduct assessments in accordance with local Continuum of Care policy. Facilitate entrance into housing programs in the local Continuum of Care. Assist homeless consumers by finding housing and social services resources. Work with landlords to secure housing, negotiate rental rates, and identify resources that assist with security deposits, and process assistance paperwork for consumer. Coordinate and lead outreach efforts by Continuum of Care. Provide individualized consumer support, using evidence-based case management tools to assist consumers with developing a plan to address barriers facing them in maintaining and sustaining permanent housing. Maintains a working knowledge of Prestera policies, procedures, and licensure regulations governing Prestera’s service delivery. Adheres to confidentiality, HIPAA, and risk management policies and procedures including but not limited to completing Incident Reports. Utilizes technology provided to facilitate services and/or perform job efficiently and effectively. Meets training requirements as established, including but not limited to, CPR-First Aid and crisis intervention. Participates in other functional work by participating in related projects, as applicable and directed by Prestera leadership. QualificationsSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES No direct supervisory responsibilities are required. QUALIFICATIONS