Per Diem Outreach Social Worker – Housing-First, Weekend Canvassing

Goddard Riverside Community Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Goddard Riverside Community Center is seeking a Per Diem Outreach Social Worker to engage clinically complex unsheltered clients using assessment, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction with a housing-first approach. The role supports a City-wide outreach initiative across Manhattan, including 311 responses and housing placements.

Responsibilities include conducting assessments, coordinating hospital-related decisions, canvassing during Code Blue/Code Red, on-boarding staff, and

Qualifications

• LMSW license required and the 9.58 certification upon hire.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Flexibility to work evenings, overnights, and weekends.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Outlook).
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Outreach: assess clients, evaluate hospitalization needs, document decisions by end of shift.
• Canvass for unsheltered individuals during Code Blue/Code Red; assess 9.58 removal needs and document outcomes.
• Support other shifts; perform client assessments when safety concerns arise.
• Oversee Code Blue/Code Red canvassing and train new staff.
• Assist onboarding and participate in staff trainings.
• Attend staff meetings and contribute to program evaluation.
• General canvassing and engagement in high-need areas; escort clients as needed.
• Respond to 311 calls and coordinate with DHS and other partners; document in MOC/DHS databases.
• Prepare shift activity reports and client status updates.
• Drive outreach vehicle safely around Manhattan and outer boroughs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal skills

Multi-tasking

Team player

Good judgement

MS Word/Outlook

Education

LMSW license

9.58 certification

Tools

Mocapp

Streetsmart

CARES

Microsoft Office

Job description

Goddard Riverside Community Center is seeking a Per Diem Outreach Social Worker to engage clinically complex unsheltered clients using assessment, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction with a housing-first approach. The role supports a City-wide outreach initiative across Manhattan, including 311 responses and housing placements.

Responsibilities include conducting assessments, coordinating hospital-related decisions, canvassing during Code Blue/Code Red, on-boarding staff, and