Per Diem Outreach Worker (NWT)

GODDARD RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY CENTER • New York, NY

89d • $19 - $19

About The Position

The Goddard Riverside Community Center and the Stanley M. Isaacs Center are well-established Manhattan community-based agencies with a combined annual operating budget of approximately $63 million that support services to approximately 30,000 New Yorkers. Goddard Riverside and The Isaacs Center are two of New York City’s leading human services organizations meeting the needs of children, youth and families, homeless individuals, and older adults throughout Manhattan and New York City. Pathways for Youth is an effort to help young adults reach age 24 prepared to be self-sustaining by providing a primary adult support to coach and assist in life planning and navigation over multiple years. The Outreach Worker works creatively and effectively in the community to engage individuals living on the street through outreach by utilizing a harm reduction approach. The position responds to 311 community calls, assists with housing placements, and meets clients 'where they are at' utilizing motivational interviewing techniques. The position works in conjunction with MOC teams.

Requirements

• High School diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets the agency’s auto insurance guidelines (including at least 1 year as a licensed driver and no suspensions within the last 3 years)
• Experience with persons with mental illness or homelessness preferred
• Ability to be flexible in a fast paced work environment

Responsibilities

• Canvass, engage, and be a presence in specific areas with a high concentration of unsheltered clients
• Outreach new and current clients in promoting service goals and escorting clients when needed
• Respond to special assignments from DHS, Community officials, and other organizations
• Communicate and build relationships with community stakeholders
• Respond to 311 calls regarding unsheltered individuals
• Assess individuals for safety and advocate for additional services when needed
• Document client engagements, area reports, and special assignments in MOC and DHS databases
• Prepare reports on shift activities and client status
• Assist in training of new staff and participate in group trainings for current staff
• Drive outreach vehicle
• Canvass for vulnerable individuals during Code Blue, Code Red, and during other appropriate times
• Participate in at least four (4) overnight quarterly counts of homeless individuals living on the streets of Manhattan
• Ability to work some holiday shifts required
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees