Outreach Van Relief Counselor, Overnight

Shelby American, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a compassionate Outreach Van Relief Counselor to join a dedicated mobile street outreach team. This role focuses on providing critical services like food and blankets to the unsheltered homeless population in Boston. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a valid driver's license, with experience in crisis intervention and working with vulnerable populations. If you are passionate about making a difference and have a background in human services, this position offers a unique opportunity to impact lives positively.

Qualifications

• Experience as a street outreach worker with the homeless.
• Training in crisis intervention and substance abuse.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention and essential services to the homeless.
• Work as part of a mobile outreach team in Boston.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Communication Skills

Driving Skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

SCHEDULE: On call as needed, 8:30 p.m. – 5:00 a.m.

Pays: $22.41 per hour

LOCATION: 444 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA (Driving is an exceptional part of this position)

SUMMARY OF THE POSITION:

The Outreach Van Relief Counselor will provide crisis intervention and fundamental services (food and blankets) to the unsheltered homeless population in Boston as part of a three-person mobile street outreach team for the Pine Street Inn.

Requirements

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

• High School diploma or GED
• A valid Mass driver’s license with a minimum of two years of driving experience and an excellent driving record

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of one year prior experience as a street outreach worker, working with the homeless, and dealing with alcoholism, drug addiction, and mental illness
• Strong writing, reading, and communication skills
• Prior training/knowledge of crisis intervention

PREFERRED:

• Previous experience working with people with mental illness, training in substance abuse, HIV or AIDS, and a human services background