Outreach & Housing Stabilization Specialist

Southeast Healthcare; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeast Healthcare invites applications for an outreach-focused position in Columbus to engage unsheltered residents and coordinate with city staff and first responders. The role emphasizes helping clients reach stable living arrangements and accessing temporary housing or lodging programs.

The position requires CDCA as appropriate, plus strong knowledge of homelessness and experience with data collection. A driving license is needed and vaccination for flu is required unless exempt.

Qualifications

• CDCA required or preferred.
• Associate or bachelor's degree strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of homelessness required.
• Experience with SPMI and/or SUD population preferred.
• Data collection/outcome achievement experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach and engagement with referred unsheltered residents.
• Work in coordination with city staff and first responders to reach city residents.
• Identify goals and assist with barrier elimination to stable living.
• Provide services and/or referrals to temporary housing/lodging programs.
• Maintain accurate and complete records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Crisis intervention

De-escalation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

CDCA certification

Job description

Southeast Healthcare invites applications for an outreach-focused position in Columbus to engage unsheltered residents and coordinate with city staff and first responders. The role emphasizes helping clients reach stable living arrangements and accessing temporary housing or lodging programs.

The position requires CDCA as appropriate, plus strong knowledge of homelessness and experience with data collection. A driving license is needed and vaccination for flu is required unless exempt.