Community Outreach & Crisis Intervention Specialist

voalacs; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

VOALA is seeking an Outreach Specialist to promote the program across surrounding areas and support clients with crisis intervention strategies. You will help develop resources for clients and families as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering case management, housing referrals, and financial counseling.

The role involves street outreach, crisis stabilization, and life skills workshops within a holistic service approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services or related discipline, or equivalent combo of education and work experience (four years).
• Two years’ experience with Justice Involved Populations, people in recovery or homelessness.
• Ability to pass fingerprint clearance and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide street outreach, engagement, crisis stabilization, trauma-informed case management, and referrals for clients and families.
• Conduct initial street screenings, needs assessments and crisis stabilization.
• Assist with housing placement, referrals and development of an Individual Service Plan.
• Record services and coordinate follow-up with the Case Management team.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis Intervention

Community Outreach

Case Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services

Equivalent combination of education and work experience

Job description

VOALA is seeking an Outreach Specialist to promote the program across surrounding areas and support clients with crisis intervention strategies. You will help develop resources for clients and families as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering case management, housing referrals, and financial counseling.

The role involves street outreach, crisis stabilization, and life skills workshops within a holistic service approach.