O6 - Transit System Based Outreach Specialist - Transit - Sunday-Thursday 10pm-6:30am

Job description

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for providing direct outreach, vulnerability screening, escort, and referral services for all homeless individuals encountered in the field during their shift. Also responsible for recording and maintaining accurate statistical data on all individuals approached and referred as well as case-record management of clients receiving longer-term services. Recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health and substance abuse issues and gain a working knowledge of all available services. In addition, Transit System Based Outreach Specialists will spend the majority of outreach to homeless individuals at end of the line stations with a high level of collaborative joint outreach operations with various external agencies. Related Duties as assigned. HOURS: Full-time 37.5 hours per week QUALIFICATIONS: Associates or Bachelor's degree required or demonstrated equivalent experience in lieu of degree. Will also consider current BRC employees in Community Technician, Program Aide, and other comparable positions with a minimum of 6 months of continuous employment. Must have strong interest in working in direct services to the homeless and/or mentally ill and su...