Outreach Specialist - St. Louis County - SSVF
Archdiocese of Saint Louis
- Saint Louis County, MO
- $36,000-46,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Explore and investigate areas where potential clients may be staying.
- Engage clients in conversations regarding substance abuse, mental health and other issues that keep them on the street.
- Respond to calls and requests from the community to assist homeless persons when possible.
- Be able to complete program assessments where veteran is currently located.
- Transport clients or veterans needing services as needed.
- Make persons in need of assistance aware of community resources, especially from St. Patrick Center's SSVF program.
- Complete initial assessments on veterans seeking assistance and forward assessments to case managers and the program manager.
- Research various social service agencies to understand intake procedures and criterion. Conduct regular visits to social service agencies to inform them of the SSVF program and criteria for referrals.
- Refer clients to appropriate community agencies, assisting clients when needed.
- Maintain appropriate documentation of all outreaches provided to agencies and clients.
- Record services provided in CaseWorthy and keep all paperwork updated.
- Attend local Continuum of Care meetings to inform agencies regarding the SSVF program.
- Detailed knowledge of SSVF grant and SPC Policy & Procedures to assist case managers with following grant guidelines.
- Complete all reports including expense reports in a timely and accurate manner.
- Communicate verbally and in writing to case managers and SSVF manager.
- Maintain relationship with related agencies.
- Other duties as assigned.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Previous experience and knowledge from working with the homeless
- Experience working in a social service agency.
- Familiarity with the fields of mental illness and drug/alcohol abuse; symptoms, terminology, and interventions
- Familiarity with appropriate and available community resources
- Ability to recognize personal strengths and limitations regarding time, skill, and knowledge.
- Ability to communicate effectively with both clients, social service agencies, and team members.
- Ability to build productive relationships within the community and with prospective clients.
- Ability to set limits with clients.
- Ability to engage new clients.
- Ability to assess persons and situations.
- Ability to work in team environment.
- Driver license required (MO residents require a Class E)
- Valid and current auto insurance required.
- Reliable vehicle required.
- Ability to work a minimum of 37.5 hours per week.
- BSW or bachelor's degree preferred.
- Residence within the specified region preferred but not required.
- Veteran status preferred.
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screenings will include criminal background check and other background checks (as needed), Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, and Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination. Various positions will require physical examination, Tuberculosis screening and Hepatitis A. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.Our MissionTo bring the healing, help, and hope of Jesus Christ to those in need with a compassionate, caring presence.Transforming lives and working to create a community where everyone has access to sustainable housing, employment, and healthcare.BenefitsAs a part of the Catholic Charities family, you’ll have the resources to care for those closest to you. Options include generous parental leave policies, flexible working arrangements, group life insurance, permanent health insurance, and dedicated support to help you find the right child care or elder care.