Outreach Van Relief Counselor, Overnight

Pine Street Inn Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Outreach Van Relief Counselor to join their mobile street outreach team. This role focuses on providing essential crisis intervention and support services to the unsheltered homeless population in Boston. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in outreach work, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to helping those in need. Join a passionate team making a real difference in the community during nighttime hours, ensuring that vital resources reach those who need them most.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience as a street outreach worker.
• Strong writing, reading, and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention and services to the unsheltered homeless.
• Work as part of a three-person mobile street outreach team.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Communication Skills

Driving Skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

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 (3) person mobile street outreach team for the Pine Street Inn

Requirements

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

REQUIRED:

• High School diploma or GED
• A valid Mass driver’s license with a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience and an excellent driving record

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

REQUIRED:

• Minimum of one (1) 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