Homeless Outreach Specialist (1213)

LIFESTREAM BEHAVIORAL CENTER•Eustis, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Homeless Outreach Specialist will identify and build rapport with homeless individuals. Will assist clients in breaking the cycle of homelessness by moving from accessing, to linking to necessary social services, and rapidly obtaining permanent housing. Will provide individualized client support throughout by developing a service plan to address barriers, increase personal income, and become housing ready. The plan will identify areas in which clients need assistance to accomplish outlined goals and objectives (i.e. obtaining identification, accessing social services, scheduling appointments, applying for benefits).

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required
Must receive SOAR certification with six (6) weeks of hire
Minimum of One (1) year experience in behavioral healthcare and/or one (1) year experience with the homeless population required
Proven track record in outreach and engagement with vulnerable communities.
Must be Over the age of 21 required
Minimum of 5-years driving experience required
Possess a Valid FL Driver’s license (within 30 days of hire if currently do not possess)
Possess a continuously valid US Driver’s license for the past three years, from date of issue required
Safe Driving record required

Responsibilities

Perform program enrollment with the new clients at initial visit. Ensure they are oriented to drop-in center protocols and policies.
Provide supportive services in a nonjudgmental manner.
Provide information, referrals, linkages, and advocacy to assist clients in accessing services and resources.
Oversee daily safety/cleanliness inspections of showers, laundry rooms, and common areas.
Assist clients with procuring necessary documents and services such as identification card, birth certificate, social security income, disability income.
Identify appropriate permanent housing options for clients such as subsidized housing, Section 8, and VASH, as well as permanent supportive housing, affordable and market rate housing, and other housing opportunities.
Maintain client related data tracking systems including case notes and Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) entries.
Prepare case-related reports including outcomes, successes, and challenges.
Generate client data for monthly reports.
Maintain complete and accurate documentation of service objectives and outcomes as well as other services in accordance with federal, state and local guidelines.