Deflection & Community Outreach Specialist

Treatment Alternatives for Stronger Communities; Effingham (IL); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance package

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

403 B retirement plan

Job summary

TASC, Treatment Alternatives for Stronger Communities, is seeking a Deflection Specialist to connect with clients in targeted Illinois communities, delivering outreach, education and training on substance abuse topics and pre-arrest diversion. You will be the public face of the program in designated areas and provide direct client services and community partner relations.

This full-time role requires delivering training, coordinating with behavioral health and public agencies, and supporting

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Knowledge of human behavior for the assessment of signs and symptoms of substance abuse disorders.
• CADC preferred at time of hire.
• One or more years of outreach work related to direct client services.
• One or more years’ experience with providing training and/or presenting at local or national conferences preferred.
• Knowledge of treatment & service providers in the service area would be beneficial.
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask and possess great follow-up skills.
• Flexibility in thinking and approaches to leading group discussions.
• Must be able to work well under pressure in a very fast-paced environment.
• Good computers skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the Internet.
• Good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Good time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in achieving service plan goals through direct services and coordination of behavioral health, public agencies and community resources.
• Provide assertive and continuous outreach activities related to direct services for participants.
• Make referrals to all essential direct services needed, including substance abuse disorder treatment, recovery support services and housing.
• Attend community events and conferences to provide education and awareness on law enforcement diversion and outreach to individuals with an opioid or substance use disorder.
• Conduct enrollment assistance for Medicaid with individuals who are without insurance when needed.
• Responsible for follow-up activities related to obtaining the required items for all participants' needs.
• Develop effective working relationships with relevant project staff, community partners, providers and law enforcement agencies, among others.
• Attend community events representing the program and TASC.
• Provide training on an ongoing basis related to the program's targeted goals and objectives, as well as subject matter, including naloxone administration and distribution.
• Work with participants with substance use disorder and assess their needs

Skills

Outreach experience

Public speaking/training

Communication skills

Time management

Multitasking

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

CADC preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

TASC, Treatment Alternatives for Stronger Communities, is seeking a Deflection Specialist to connect with clients in targeted Illinois communities, delivering outreach, education and training on substance abuse topics and pre-arrest diversion. You will be the public face of the program in designated areas and provide direct client services and community partner relations.

This full-time role requires delivering training, coordinating with behavioral health and public agencies, and supporting