Street Outreach & Housing Liaison

Miami-Valley-Housing-Opportunitie; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami Valley Housing Opportunities seeks a dedicated team member to provide direct services to unsheltered individuals with substance use, behavioral health, or co-occurring disorders. You will help clients access permanent housing, case management, benefits, and supports in a compassionate, community-centered approach.

The role involves coordination with shelters, outreach to ensure access to treatment and housing, and maintaining client records with care and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Formerly homeless applicants are preferred and considered for diversity.
• Education in mental health, social work or addiction services preferred; some advanced study required.
• Experience in street outreach, social/housing services or related fields is expected.
• Familiarity with state/local behavioral health services is helpful; willingness to work odd hours.

Responsibilities

• Identify eligible individuals and maintain client follow-up activities.
• Build rapport with community organizations serving homeless populations.
• Visit shelters and outreach sites to identify clients and connect to housing and services.
• Link clients to mental health and substance use treatment and benefits.
• Provide street outreach, support, and help applying for services and housing.
• Respond to urgent requests and participate in additional duties as assigned.
• Maintain confidential client information and accurate HMIS records.

Skills

Street outreach

Housing services

Behavioral health awareness

Driver's license

Education

Mental Health technology

Social Work

Addiction services

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Miami Valley Housing Opportunities seeks a dedicated team member to provide direct services to unsheltered individuals with substance use, behavioral health, or co-occurring disorders. You will help clients access permanent housing, case management, benefits, and supports in a compassionate, community-centered approach.

The role involves coordination with shelters, outreach to ensure access to treatment and housing, and maintaining client records with care and confidentiality.