Homeless Outreach Caseworker - Litchfield SNOFO

CHD Brand; Connecticut; Sur place; USD 28 000 - 36 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Résumé du poste

Center for Human Development (CHD) is seeking an Unsheltered Outreach Caseworker to join our SNOFO program serving the Litchfield County area. You will coordinate street outreach, resources, and external providers to assist unhoused individuals in reaching goals, aligning with CNOC protocols and local networks.

The role requires flexibility, strong communication, and a commitment to human-centered care. Applicants with lived experience are encouraged to apply and a valid vehicle is required for

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years in a human service organization preferred.
• Two years’ experience working with adults with severe and prolonged mental illness, addiction/recovery or unsheltered populations.
• Individuals with lived experience encouraged to apply.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution preferred.
• Registered & insured vehicle available for work purposes.
• Approved criminal background and driving check.

Responsabilités

• Oversee a variety of cases daily in the Litchfield, CT county area.
• Maintain a schedule including street outreach, equipment use, and coordination with external providers.
• Coordinate with Western CT Mental Health Network and Coordinated Access Network to ensure open communication and accountability.

Connaissances

High energy

Self-motivated

Team player

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Description du poste

Homeless Outreach Caseworker - Litchfield SNOFO

Job Category : Direct Service

Requisition Number : COMMU006316

• Posted : October 14, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Adult Mental Health - Connecticut
Torrington, CT 06790, USA

Description

The Center for Human Development, (CHD) is seeking an Unsheltered Outreach Caseworker to join our new Special Notice Of Funding Opportunities (SNOFO) program in the Litchfield, CT county area.

Your role as an SNOFO Unsheltered Outreach Caseworker:

The SNOFO Unsheltered Outreach Caseworker oversees a variety of cases through different venues on a daily basis in the Litchfield, CT county area and is able to provide the unsheltered seeking assistance the necessary tools to accomplish their goals. They will maintain a schedule including but not limited to hours of actual street outreach, use of equipment and supplies as well as a schedule of external support providers that may able to further the individuals’ attempts to end their homelessness. Also will work within the program’s model as well as protocols established by the Western CT Mental Health Network and the Coordinated Access Network with whom we jointly run the outreach services establishing open communication, support and accountability among collaborating agencies.

REQUIRMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Two years in a human service organization preferred
• Two years’ experience working with adults with severe and prolonged mental illness, addiction/recovery or unsheltered populations
• Individuals with lived experience encouraged to apply
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution preferred
• Registered & insured vehicle available for work purposes
• Approved criminal background and driving check

SUCCESS FACTORS:

The Unsheltered Outreach Caseworker should actively support the philosophy of the Agency and maintain a high level of commitment to program consumers and staff. Personality traits should include:

• High energy level; self initiating
• Philosophical commitment to the concept of human potential
• Directive and goal oriented
• Assertive and confident
• Performs well under stress and in the event of crisis
• Open, direct interpersonal style; works well as a team member
• Demonstrates patience, caring, and compassion
• Ability to set limits
• Open, direct interpersonal style; works well as a team member and with supervisor
• Flexible (i.e. adjusting hours to meet consumer & program needs, being trained in new techniques and strategies, etc.)

Schedule:

Schedule: 1st shift, 8:30am-4:30pm. Days on: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Days off: Saturday, Sunday.

Take advantage of a competitive compensation package starting at $22.00/hr. As well as a phenomenal benefit package that includes, Dental, Health and Life insurance. Paid time off, earned vacation time and paid holidays just to name a few.

AT CENTER FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT (CHD) CARE FINDS A WAY:

The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve.

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