Overnight Outreach & Recovery Advocate

Horizon House, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental

9 paid holidays

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings plan

Voluntary tax sheltered annuity

Transit benefit program

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Horizon House, Inc. in Philadelphia is seeking a dedicated outreach professional to engage homeless individuals during overnight shifts and coordinate referrals with local resources.

The role involves collaboration with service providers and funding sources, as well as crisis intervention when needed. You will support the community by maintaining liaison with agencies, monitoring trends, and advocating for clients' rehabilitation and recovery, with opportunities for advancement and a

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• CAC certification preferred or coursework in Drug and Alcohol Counseling to qualify for certification.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a focused team.

Responsibilities

• Provide outreach and engagement services during overnight shifts to engage homeless individuals.
• Coordinate referrals with other agencies/facilities to meet clients' needs.
• Collaborate with local service providers and funding sources.
• Assist in crisis resolution and facilitate hospitalizations as needed under 302 procedures.
• Maintain liaison with local community and area service providers to support program coordination.
• Monitor trends within the homeless community and share insights with the Program Manager.
• Advocate for clients to take an active role in rehabilitation and recovery.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Teamwork and independence

Education

High School diploma or GED

CAC certification preferred

Job description

Horizon House, Inc. in Philadelphia is seeking a dedicated outreach professional to engage homeless individuals during overnight shifts and coordinate referrals with local resources.

The role involves collaboration with service providers and funding sources, as well as crisis intervention when needed. You will support the community by maintaining liaison with agencies, monitoring trends, and advocating for clients' rehabilitation and recovery, with opportunities for advancement and a