Deflection Outreach Specialist

TASC, Inc.; Rock Island (IL); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Leave - STD

Paid Time Off/Sick Time/ Floating HOL

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

TASC, Inc. is seeking a full-time Deflection Specialist to serve Rock Island and surrounding counties. You will connect with clients in local communities, provide outreach and education on substance use topics, and coordinate access to behavioral health services and housing resources.

You will act as the public face of TASC in the region, delivering trainings, building community partnerships, and supporting Medicaid enrollment when needed. A hybrid in-office/remote schedule is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CRSS, CPRS, or CADC credential preferred and may be required within two years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Engage with individuals in targeted communities to provide outreach and education on program topics.
• Coordinate and link clients to behavioral health, public agencies, and community resources.
• Provide enrollment assistance for Medicaid when needed.
• Deliver training and education to community partners and law enforcement on deflection and referral processes.
• Represent the program and agency at community events and maintain partner relations.

Skills

Outreach

Training

Community liaison

Public speaking

Relationship building

Independent work

Lived experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

TASC, Inc. is seeking a full-time Deflection Specialist to serve Rock Island and surrounding counties. You will connect with clients in local communities, provide outreach and education on substance use topics, and coordinate access to behavioral health services and housing resources.

You will act as the public face of TASC in the region, delivering trainings, building community partnerships, and supporting Medicaid enrollment when needed. A hybrid in-office/remote schedule is expected.