Outreach Specialist (50699)

Salary Range $24.50 - $24.50 Hourly

Position Type Full Time

Education Level High School

Category Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Outreach Specialist is responsible for actively seeking out and engaging individuals living with HIV/AIDS who need housing assistance. This role involves building relationships with community partners, developing, and implementing outreach/education strategies, and providing direct assistance to clients in accessing the Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) program.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Facilitate individual and group counseling/educational and outreach sessions with people living with HIV/AIDS.

• Educate participants and the community about alcohol and substance use disorder, as well as other factors observed to be correlated with HIV/AIDS transmission.

• Will conduct and outreach to various community-based organizations and agencies that work with people living with HIV/AIDS or at high-risk.

• Take lead on and attend community outreach events; coordinate HOPWA related event participation, including, but not limited to establishing registration, set-up/tear-down, times/dates and other event details.

• Coordinate learning opportunities for clients by engaging external resources and learning opportunities on their behalf.

• Educate the community about the HOPWA program and its services.

• Screen potential clients for eligibility to participate in the HOPWA program; Provide information about the program and its benefits.

• Assist clients in completing the application process; help them to establish referral and/or medical services with their preferred medical service provider.

• Connect clients with case managers for ongoing support.

• Assist in the development and implementation of new outreach initiatives; Collaborate effectively with program staff to improve outreach strategies.

• Must embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation, and

• Other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in outreach or social services.

• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS and related issues.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; bilingual preferred.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Experience working with diverse populations.

• Ability to respond as needed to crisis situations in an efficient manner.

• Ability to work well in a team environment.

• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.

• Professional appearance and demeanor.

• Must be sensitive to populations served.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a successful background check.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance is required.

• During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Community Health, Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitation, or related field is preferred.

• Minimum one (1) year experience working in one or more of the following areas: substance abuse prevention, treatment, health promotion/education, community organizing, or working with people experiencing homelessness and their families.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is primarily performed in the community.

• Some travel is required; and some outdoor activities may be required.

• Some driving is required.