Role OverviewThe Outreach Worker is responsible for providing direct support to long-term homeless households who are connected to Guild for services. The Outreach Worker will work in partnership and collaboration with social service and housing providers to ensure that homeless households decrease the time between referral and being housed, make connections with other services as needed, and remain engaged.
What You Will Do
Coordinate intake and perform an individualized needs assessment for all clients to develop a Housing Service Plan. Provide on-going assessment of client’s progress and modify accordingly. Contact individuals experiencing homelessness daily or as required weekly, at all locations where they may congregate in the community.
Why It Might Be a Fit
Ability to promote an inclusive, diverse, culturally competent, and respectful environment. Ability to develop and maintain receptive, open, and approachable lines of communication with clients and staff, and provide a friendly environment for visitors.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in social services or related field
- Minimum of one year working, or personal experience related to the homeless population and/or with coordinated entry systems
- Valid Class ‘D’ Driver’s License, reliable vehicle, satisfactory driving record and necessary insurance
- Current CPR/First Aid Certification
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible spending, HSA, short and long-term disability
- Paid Time Off
- Paid holidays
- Wellness hours
- 403(b)
- Life insurance
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