Outreach Specialist

The Outreach Specialist will provide outreach, engagement, and case management services to street sleeping individuals in the city of Boston. This includes the identification of chronically homeless individuals, assessment, service planning, referrals for substance abuse/health/mental health care, and housing placement for targeted clients sleeping on the streets of Boston as part of a two person team.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with a homeless population and experience delivering community-based case management services to individuals with SUD, COD and SMI
• Valid MA driver’s license in good standing and an acceptable driving record
• Minimum of one year recovery counseling or case client services to a complex and vulnerable population
• High degree of cultural sensitivity and ability to work effectively with diverse people and situations
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds (assisting in physically lifting clients/containers)
• Ability to travel to and access multiple sites on the streets and within the community
• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time and communicate by telephone

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan