Theatre Internships With Housing Jobs in Tampa, FL

We are offering the Transitional Housing Specialist a $500 sign-on bonus for new employees.

Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families?

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Transitional Housing Specialist is a non-exempt position responsible for assisting individuals with Severe and Persistent Mental Illnesses (SPMI) and/or Co-occurring disabilities in transitioning into independent living in the community. The Transitional Housing Specialist may provide case management, linkage to community resources, and ongoing support to ensure clients can maintain the least restrictive level of care.

• Maintain an active caseload consisting of community-based clients and link these clients with the necessary support services required for maintaining independence
• Coordinate the service planning process with the primary goal of assisting the client with achieving independent living
• Prepare assessments and any related social, financial, or medical history reports or forms as they pertain to the client’s needs
• Utilize de-escalation skills to ensure client safety, including the development of a safety plan
• Schedule and transport clients to community appointments
• Establish a relationship with the client, family/guardian, significant other, and all other service providers connected to the client
• Perform all other duties as assigned

WHAT WE OFFER:

• $19.00 per hour
• 15 PTO Days per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Healthcare Concierge
• Financial Wellness Program
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Immediate eligibility for 403b Savings Plan with 25% match
• Supplementary Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Specified Disease insurance
• Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Pet, Legal, and Identity Theft programs
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Mileage Reimbursement
• An opportunity to make the world a better place!

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field
• Previous experience working with Severe and Persistent Mental Illnesses (SPMI) and/or Co-occurring disabilities, preferred.
• Must have computer experience, which includes Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Health Records database
• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills
• Must obtain/maintain CPR and First-Aid Training within 90 days of employment
• Must have a valid driver's license with current auto insurance coverage

WHO WE ARE:

From babies to seniors, Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture, or gender identity. Our programs span a broad spectrum of human services, including behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation, and home care assistance for the elderly.

Gulf Coast JFCS strives to offer opportunities to gain field experience and direct client contact hours for both Bachelor’s and Master’s level practicum and internships. For license-eligible candidates, we may provide both individual and group supervision from a Board-Certified qualified supervisor to help fulfill state requirements, at no cost to the employee, depending on staff availability and scheduling capacity.

Gulf Coast JFCS is committed to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, and inappropriate behavior. Gulf Coast JFCS will not tolerate discrimination against its employees on the basis of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, workers’ compensation status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Background Screening Requirements: It is our policy at Gulf Coast JFCS that any candidate being considered for employment must successfully complete the organization’s background screening requirements, including drug screening and applicable motor vehicle checks. Gulf Coast JFCS is a Florida Care Provider of the Department of Children and Families (DCF), Agency for Health Care (AHCA), and the Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA), which requires all candidates to undergo fingerprinting through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. To learn more about the Clearinghouse, please visit: HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration

Gulf Coast JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Drug-Free Workplace, and E-Verify employer.