Field Outreach Worker — Housing & Health Services

The Salvation Army Southern California; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Southern California in Santa Monica is seeking an Outreach Worker to connect individuals with housing resources and essential services. You will work under the Outreach Case Manager and coordinate with Santa Monica 311 and local agencies to access food, shelter, clothing, and interim housing.

Responsibilities include information/referral, case planning, and maintaining client records in HMIS and related databases; a compassionate, non-discriminatory approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in human services or internships (min 1 year).
• Bachelor's degree in human services preferred.
• Ability to work with marginalized groups in a nondiscriminatory manner.
• Willingness to work in an alcohol- and drug-free environment and to take tests.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide outreach, information/referral and peer support to individuals for housing resources.
• Collaborate with Santa Monica 311, police and other resources.
• Assist clients in navigating healthcare resources and scheduling appointments.
• Maintain client documentation in HMIS and other systems with accuracy.

Skills

Homelessness experience

Communication

MS Office

Compassionate

Driver's license

CPR

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Tools

HMIS

WellSky

311 database

NSS

Job description

The Salvation Army Southern California in Santa Monica is seeking an Outreach Worker to connect individuals with housing resources and essential services. You will work under the Outreach Case Manager and coordinate with Santa Monica 311 and local agencies to access food, shelter, clothing, and interim housing.

Responsibilities include information/referral, case planning, and maintaining client records in HMIS and related databases; a compassionate, non-discriminatory approach is essential.