Street Outreach Worker

CenterPointe • Lincoln, NE

21h

About The Position

As a Street Outreach Worker, you will support individuals experiencing homelessness and challenges related to mental health and/or substance use. You will help them access community resources, including healthcare, medical services and medications, financial support, social supports, and other services. As an active member of the treatment team, you will work with medication prescribers, licensed therapists, crisis response team members, and community agencies and organizations to help individuals obtain needed services and resources. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday. Benefits are included with full-time employment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two or more years of experience working in Behavioral Health.
• Knowledge of co-occurring disorders and related needs.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable DMV record for the last seven years.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field preferred.
• Formal training in a recognized Peer Support program, such as CPSWS certification.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals experiencing homelessness and challenges related to mental health and/or substance use.
• Help individuals access healthcare, medical services and medications, financial support, social supports, and other local resources.
• Work as part of the treatment team alongside medication prescribers, licensed therapists, crisis response team members, and community agencies and organizations.
• Help individuals obtain the services and resources they need.

Benefits

• Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Free group life insurance, AD&D, and LTD policies for full-time employees.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Discounted memberships with Genesis Health Clubs.
• Discounted pet insurance through Nationwide.
• Professional Development Leave, internal and external trainings, and job enhancement opportunities.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Generous paid leave policies, including Mental Wellness hours, accrued vacation and sick time, and nine annual holidays plus a day off for your birthday.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED