Location
Long Beach, CA | United States
Job description
Outreach Specialist
The Outreach Specialist reports directly to the Outreach Coordinator at the site and provides outreach services in order to reintegrate homeless and at-risk veterans by connecting them to housing and comprehensive support services that will lead to them reaching their highest level of independence.
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt.
Responsibilities: - Visit facilities (i.e. shelters, treatment programs, transitional housing, sober living programs, soup kitchens and other locations where the homeless may congregate to publicize services for homeless veterans).
- Maintain outreach client information database and referrals to the programs. Track veterans referred for program entry and screening appointments.
- Schedule screenings and/or transportation on behalf of veterans with the treatment facilities, Veterans in Progress program, and/or Career Center activities.
- Network with staff at VA to consolidate paperwork needed on each veteran seen by the outreach specialists.
- Produce a weekly report of veterans encountered by the outreach team.
- Assist with mailings of upcoming projects and special events sponsored by the Outreach Team.
- Attend a weekly scheduled Outreach meeting.
- Maintain and submit time sheets, mileage logs and other required documentation accurately and in a timely fashion.
- Other duties as assigned. Staff who have a valid driver’s license and meet company insurance requirements may be required to complete a provided driver training course and drive company vehicles for work-related activities to include client transportation.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in social services field or a related field preferred.
- One year of experience in social services or related field required. Employment at U.S.VETS for at least three months may substitute for one year of experience.
- Experience working with homeless and/or veterans preferred.
- Strong oral, written and communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work within a team.
- Computer proficient in Microsoft Office and Internet.
- Valid driver’s license preferred. If driving company vehicles, must meet company insurance requirements and complete a provided driver training course.
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