Housing Outreach Liaison

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•St. Louis, MO

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Salvation Midtown Services & Treatment Center is looking for a Housing Outreach Liaison. This individual will monitor all activities associated with the Substance Abuse Program including Detox, Residential and Outpatient Treatment Program. Perform duties of an Associate Substance Abuse Counselor and related duties to maintain a safe, clean, and healthy therapeutic environment, assisting clients with achieving their therapeutic goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or other related field and/or three years of relevant case management experience in housing.
Outgoing personality with good communication skills.
Ability to work in a team setting.
Ability to work with difficult individuals.
Strong leadership style and good organizational skills required.
Computer literate and able to utilize computer for documentation of work.
CPR/First Aid certification required.
Must be a team player, a self-starter, able to handle several projects at the same time and perform well with minimum supervision.
Must demonstrate ability to think independently and exercise sound judgment.
Requires a high level of confidentiality.
Must have a valid drivers’ license and pass TSA MVR check.
Will be required to obtain CDL.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of The Salvation Army and government, state and community resources is helpful.

Responsibilities

Conduct client evaluation interviews, assess type of treatment required, develop treatment plan; include screenings and intakes when admitted into treatment.
Perform clients’ breathalyzer and urinalysis.
Conduct routine search and seizure procedures.
Orient clients upon admission into the program.
Conduct financial screenings and accept clients according to the program policy guidelines.
Answer phones and conduct screening and place on waitlist or refer to Intake Coordinator.
Counsel detox clients about treatment options in the program; refer to other agencies, as needed.
Refer eligible clients to Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) in consultation with ACS/Counselor.
Conduct group counseling activities; Residential or Outpatient Treatment Services per ACS.
Lead group education sessions for Residential, Outpatient and Family Support per ACS.