Service Coordinator

Job Summary:

Pinewood Manor, a 39-unit apartment community for older adults located in Bremerton, WA, is seeking a part-time Social Service Coordinator to join our team.

This 24-hour-per-week position plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for our residents by assessing their needs, connecting them with appropriate community resources, developing wellness programs, and serving as an advocate on their behalf.

The ideal candidate will be compassionate, organized, and experienced in working with senior populations.

Interested candidates should email their resume to diana.pro@rhf.org.

Key Responsibilities:


* Resident Assessment: Evaluate residents' needs to identify services that can enhance their quality of life and promote independence.


* Service Coordination: Establish and maintain strong connections with local service providers, facilitating access to social, health, and wellness resources.


* Program Development: Create and sustain educational health and wellness programs tailored to the needs of the residents.


* Resource Management: Develop and maintain a comprehensive directory of community resources and services available to residents.


* Advocacy: Act as a resident advocate, empowering residents to advocate for themselves and liaising between residents and community services.


* Community Liaison: Build and maintain positive relationships with community agencies, networking with service providers, and identifying new services for residents.


* Communication: Foster effective communication between residents and service providers, ensuring an open and supportive environment.


* Collaboration: Serve as an advocate and liaison with management, other departments within the housing facility, and external agencies providing social services, health benefits, training, and more.


* Crisis Intervention: Provide information, referrals, and support for residents in need of crisis intervention and conflict resolution.


* Referral Monitoring: Track and monitor resident referrals to external agencies, ensuring follow-up and service delivery.


* Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including daily and monthly reports, to document service coordination and resident interactions.


* Additional Duties: Perform other tasks as assigned to support the mission and goals of RHF.

Knowledge & Skills:


* Supportive Services Expertise: Strong understanding of available supportive services and community resources for older adults.


* Advocacy & Problem-Solving: Proven ability to advocate for residents' needs and resolve issues.


* Ethical Standards: Commitment to maintaining high ethical standards and client confidentiality.


* Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with residents, staff, community partners, and service providers.


* Independent Work: Capable of working independently and with minimal supervision.


* Communication: Excellent verbal and wr...