Field Outreach & Engagement Specialist

Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services (GCBHS) seeks an Outreach Engagement Specialist in Cincinnati, OH. This full-time role focuses on connecting street-involved individuals to appropriate services and working in a collaborative partnership with 3CDC.

The position requires outdoor walking, daytime/evening/weekend hours, and driving a personal vehicle as needed. Responsibilities include outreach, intake assessments, referrals with community partners, and developing psychosocial profiles

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human/Social Services (preferred) or High School Diploma with related experience.
• The position requires frequent driving of a personal vehicle. A valid driver's license, vehicle, and insurable driving record are required.

Responsibilities

• Make contact with panhandlers and/or people living on the streets in Downtown Cincinnati and OTR to identify potential clients.
• Assess individuals for mental health and/or substance use treatment needs.
• Engage with agencies and community contacts to solicit referrals.
• Develop psychosocial profiles from interviews and information from prior service providers.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human/Social Services (preferred)

High School Diploma with related experience

Job description

Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services (GCBHS) seeks an Outreach Engagement Specialist in Cincinnati, OH. This full-time role focuses on connecting street-involved individuals to appropriate services and working in a collaborative partnership with 3CDC.

The position requires outdoor walking, daytime/evening/weekend hours, and driving a personal vehicle as needed. Responsibilities include outreach, intake assessments, referrals with community partners, and developing psychosocial profiles