Personal advocate vs service coordinator

Differences between personal advocate and service coordinator duties and responsibilities

Personal advocate example responsibilities.

• Use EMR software to manage patient records and files; reinforce and uphold patient confidentiality as required by HIPAA and clinic.
• Change bed linens, run errands, direct visitors and answer telephones.
• Maintain the safety and security of shelter, and the cleanliness of facility.
• Instruct, or advise clients on issues such as household cleanliness, utilities, hygiene or nutrition.
• Assist patients in securing medical coverage by screening refer patients and coordinating the application process through successful approval.
• Make contact with family or significant others to promote implementation of ISP and community stability.

Service coordinator example responsibilities.

• Manage social media communication including Facebook, Pinterest, and blog.
• Manage a pilot program providing diversion services to clients refer by DCF.
• Manage the MSW staff and coordinate all social service and select patient service activities.
• Manage caseload of 30 DD citizens, coordinate eligibility benefits.
• Manage SharePoint inventory repository and assign access levels to new hires as needed.
• Supervise and train direct care workers in CPR, care of clients, policy and procedures.
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