Housing Outreach Liaison

Mykroc; Missouri; Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick time

Personal days

Floating holiday

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

403(b) retirement plan

Aflac options

Job summary

The Salvation Army Midtown Services & Treatment Center in St. Louis is seeking a Housing Outreach Liaison to monitor activities across the Substance Abuse Program, assist clients toward therapeutic goals, and perform duties of an Associate Substance Abuse Counselor.

The position is full-time (40 hours/week) with a salary of $45,000 per year and a comprehensive benefits package. Located at 2900 Washington Ave, St. Louis, MO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or related field; or 3 years case management experience in housing.
• Outgoing personality with good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills; discretion and confidentiality required.
• Knowledge of The Salvation Army and local resources is helpful; computer literacy required.
• CDL may be required; valid driver's license and TSA MVR check.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client evaluations, develop treatment plans and screen intake.
• Perform breathalyzer and urinalysis tests.
• Orient clients on admission and assess housing program placement.
• Screen finances and admit clients per policy; manage waitlist or refer to Intake.
• Provide counseling on treatment options and refer to MAT when appropriate.
• Lead group counseling and educational sessions for various treatment streams.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Organizational skills

Leadership style

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Social Work

Bachelor's in Psychology

Bachelor's in Sociology

3 years case management experience

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

The Salvation Midtown Services & Treatment Center is looking for a Housing Outreach Liaison, this individual willmonitor all activities associated with the Substance Abuse Program including Detox, Residential and Outpatient Treatment Program. Perform duties of an Associate Substance Abuse Counselor and related duties to maintain a safe, clean, and healthy therapeutic environment, assisting clients with achieving their therapeutic goals.

This is a full-time, 40 hours per week, $45,000 per year.

2900 Washington Ave, St. Louis, Missouri

EssentialFunctions

• Conduct client evaluation interviews, assess type of treatment required, develop treatment plan; include screenings and intakes when admitted into treatment.
• Perform clients’ breathalyzer and urinalysis.
• Orient clients upon admission into the program.
• Conduct financial screenings and accept clients according to the program policy guidelines.
• Answer phones and conduct screening and place on waitlist or refer to Intake Coordinator.
• Counsel detox clients about treatment options in the program; refer to other agencies, as needed.
• Refer eligible clients to Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) in consultation with ACS/Counselor.
• Conduct group counseling activities; Residential or Outpatient Treatment Services per ACS.
• Lead group education sessions for Residential, Outpatient and Family Support per ACS.

Full Job Description available at time of interview.

Education

These liaison positions shall be filled by experienced, qualified professionals who have a Bachelor’s in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or other related field and/or three years of relevant case management experience in housing. Must have an outgoing personality with good communication skills, ability to work in a team setting and an ability to work with difficult individuals. Strong leadership style and good organizational skills required. Knowledge of The Salvation Army and government, state and community resources is helpful. Must be computer literate and able to utilize computer for documentation of work. CPR/First Aid certification required. Must be a team player, a self-starter, able to handle several projects at the same time and perform well with minimum supervision. Must demonstrate ability to think independently and exercise sound judgment. Requires a high level of confidentiality. Must have a valid drivers’ license and pass TSA MVR check. Will be required to obtain CDL.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

• Must be capable of performing the above essential duties in an office environment to include using a computer, answering phones, etc. Most work will be indoors in a temperature-controlled environment. May require some travel to client homes for outreach services.

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

The Salvation Army offers a competitive benefit package including:

• Sick time, personal days, and a floating holiday
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Hearing insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability with buyup option
• Voluntary Retirement Fund (403b)
• Voluntary Aflac products
• Voluntary Short-term Disability
• Other elective benefits