Community Resource Coordinator - Library Job at Idaho State Job Bank in Boise

Community Resource Coordinator - Library at City of Boise in Boise, Idaho, United States Job Description Community Resource Coordinator - Library Print (Apply ? Community Resource Coordinator - Library Salary $61,169.00 - $64,990.00 Annually Location Boise, ID Job Type Full Time Regular Job Number 23 -06853 Department Library Opening Date 09/25/2024 Closing Date 10/16/2024 12:00 PM Mountain + Description + Benefits + Questions Summary Statement Committed to the values of intellectual freedom, universal access, and innovation, the Boise Public Library strives to provide a world-class experience for all members of our community. We help drive the city's initiative of Creating a City for Everyone by building on a foundation of respect, compassion, and appreciation for all humankind. The Boise Library is seeking a compassionate and qualified Community Resource Coordinator. Put your education in counseling, social work, or psychology to work in a career that has incredible benefits and enriches the lives of your community. We invite you to apply today. This role: + Coordinates and collaborates with community partners and library staff to facilitate the connection to resources for those facing a mental health crisis or requiring or benefitting from social services. + Builds and maintains strong relationships, and acts as a gateway to introduce individual library users to services in the community. + This position works under limited supervision. City employees enjoy a top-notch zero-premium healthcare option for you and your family. In addition, you'll receive three weeks of vacation, 96 hours of sick time, 10 public holidays, and 2 floating holidays annually. Other benefits include public employee student loan forgiveness, 10 weeks paid parental leave, a cash-incentive wellness program, and more. Imagine that . Essential Functions Gathers and assesses behavioral health information to help guide the library. Identifies collaborative resource groups in the local community and nationally to review applicable meetings, determining which are of the highest value and attending regularly. Develops processes for and communicates with library staff regarding appropriate strategies for responding to mental health issues and direction on providing the appropriate resources. Collaborates with other agencies and library staff to provide onsite events. Leads community capacity building efforts with behavioral health and related community partners. Creates and maintains an accurate inventory of community partners and the services they provide. Facilitates delivery of up-to-date resource information, as well as relevant points of contact, to all library staff. Collects and maintains statistical data on interactions and referrals made for mental health and social services related exchanges. Conducts data analysis and trend monitoring in collaboration with data analyst to make recommendations to library leadership for service level improvements. Conducts presentations for community members, staff and partners regarding mental health issues. Monitors legislative changes related to mental health issues and social services available. Reviews and makes recommendations to leadership on department procedures related to the library's role in connecting library users to available resources. Evaluates level of need and interventions necessary. Conducts mental status evaluations for library users who may be in mental health crises and connects them to appropriate resources. Meets with library users to determine individual needs and provides day-to-day referrals and guidance for users requesting resources. Requirements Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training + Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology or related field and + one year of experience in mental health-related programs, or + an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Knowledge of: + mental health and social service agencies in the local area and the scope of their services; + regulations and laws applicable to mental health program administration; + public health practices, policy and administration; and + computer usage including related software. Ability to: + conduct mental health needs assessments, individually and as part of a team; + develop and maintain effective working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization; + communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; and + perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation. Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record. Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training + Three years of experience in mental health-related programs. + Certification as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or other equivalent license. Licensing And Other Requirements + Valid state-issued driver's license. Special Requirements Applicants must be able to pass: + City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation + Driving Record Check Drug Free Workplace: In accordance with the City of Boise Drug Free Workplace Regulation, this position is designated as safety sensitive and is subject to testing requirements including Post Offer Applicant Testing, Random Testing, Reasonable Suspicion, Post - Accident, etc. Applicants will be required to submit to screening for illegal drug use prior to hire. Appointment to this position is contingent upon a negative pre-employment drug test. This position is required to work directly with and oversee minors in the absence of their parent or guardian, or work directly with and oversee vulnerable adults in the absence of their caretaker or guardian. Working Conditions The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Efforts While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds. Also, the employee is occasionally pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds and rarely pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds. The noise level is occasionally moderate. Work includes sensory ability to talk and hear. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision and peripheral vision. Employees will sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach and grasp. Working Environment The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, areas of dust, odors, mist and gases or other airborne matter. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Work includes protected exposure to infectious bacteria, bodily fluids and chemicals. This position works: Occasional weekends and evening shifts as required. Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees. Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans. Healthcare: + ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family + Low-cost dental and vision options. + Post-employment health savings account. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account