Homeless Outreach Specialist & Community Liaison

Apalachee Center; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Apalachee Center, Inc. in Tallahassee, FL, is seeking a part-time Outreach Specialist to identify and engage individuals experiencing homelessness and connect them with behavioral health and housing resources.

The role involves extensive outreach in streets, shelters, and encampments, and collaboration with IEH specialists to facilitate access to services. The position requires coordinating with community partners, documenting activities, and supporting PATH-funded services while ensuring

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One year of paid or volunteer experience with homelessness or related community service organizations is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain auto driver designation.

Responsibilities

• Street Outreach and Engagement: identify and engage individuals experiencing homelessness in streets, shelters, encampments, or vehicles.
• PATH Program Screening and Engagement: assist in identifying individuals who may qualify for PATH services and support initial engagement.
• Education and Resource Navigation: provide information and referrals to housing, medical, behavioral health, and mainstream benefits.

Skills

Trauma-informed approach

Community outreach

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Apalachee Center, Inc. in Tallahassee, FL, is seeking a part-time Outreach Specialist to identify and engage individuals experiencing homelessness and connect them with behavioral health and housing resources.

The role involves extensive outreach in streets, shelters, and encampments, and collaboration with IEH specialists to facilitate access to services. The position requires coordinating with community partners, documenting activities, and supporting PATH-funded services while ensuring