Impact Specialist: Homeless Services & Outreach

Volunteers of America Delaware Valley; Camden; Sur place; AUD 53 000 - 72 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Volunteers of America Delaware Valley is hiring an Outreach Worker to serve unhoused individuals in Camden. You will provide information, assess emergency needs, and assist with intake and discharge planning, working as part of a team to promote client self-determination.

You will facilitate group sessions, coordinate transportation, and connect clients with services while maintaining confidentiality and respectful communication with staff and community partners.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' work experience in a relevant field.
• Direct experience with unhoused populations and individuals who suffer from substance abuse and mental health issues.
• Must possess practical written and verbal communication skills.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Bilingual is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Provide information to homeless individuals and community members.
• Assess emergency needs for each client requesting service.
• Coordinate intake assessments and transportation for residents.
• Facilitate regular group sessions and advocate for client needs.
• Maintain client confidentiality and complete required reports.
• Network with community agencies to develop resources for clients.
• Prepare discharge plans as per policy and funding requirements.

Connaissances

Communication

Bilingual (a plus)

Formation

High School or equivalent

Description du poste

Volunteers of America Delaware Valley is hiring an Outreach Worker to serve unhoused individuals in Camden. You will provide information, assess emergency needs, and assist with intake and discharge planning, working as part of a team to promote client self-determination.

You will facilitate group sessions, coordinate transportation, and connect clients with services while maintaining confidentiality and respectful communication with staff and community partners.