Outreach Worker

United States·PlymouthREGULAR FULL TIME HOURLYmid

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Key Responsibilities

Conducting outreach both on the streets and in the woods a minimum of twice a week to build professional relationships with those living outside in the town(s) of Plymouth, Carver and Kingston.

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Father Bill’s & MainSpring is committed to ending and preventing homelessness in Southern Massachusetts with programs that provide emergency and permanent housing and help people obtain skills, jobs, housing, and services. We help people who are struggling with homelessness or are at risk of homelessness to achieve self-sufficiency.

Father Bill’s & MainSpring is a growing and dynamic social service agency with particular expertise in emergency and permanent housing, job training and placement, and prevention services for individuals and families in need. Over the next five years, our strategic focus includes an increase in affordable, permanent supportive housing, a more efficient model of care for families experiencing homelessness, commitment to an enhanced delivery model to reduce the need for shelter, and improved community relations in order to achieve these goals. Our staff are thoughtful and caring individuals who share our passion for these ideals and creative approaches to helping people improve their lives.

Responsibilities

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→Conducting outreach both on the streets and in the woods a minimum of twice a week to build professional relationships with those living outside in the town(s) of Plymouth, Carver and Kingston.
→Collect and maintain data-based statistical information; Maintain accurate case records and submit written service outcome reports as needed.
→Ability to strategically solve problems and work cooperatively with peers, managers and community leaders in meeting the agency’s strategic and short-term goals.
→Help guests/clients apply and complete applications for mainstream benefits.
→Participate in the creation and/or implementation of program service plans.
→Collaborate with support staff to mutually inform teams on current participant issues and needs.

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→Completing assessments, identifying goals and coordinating services with population; strong problem solver; able to combine respectful and assertive approach in helping guests seeking shelter to pursue plans toward movement out of homelessness; an effective advocate with external supports/organizations.
→Work with community to educate providers about shelter services and appropriate/inappropriate referrals and to encourage phone referrals and scheduling of intake appointments.
→Provide support, crisis intervention, mediation and service coordination.
→Demonstrate a high degree of confidentiality pertaining to case records and information.
→Attend and participate in staff meetings and trainings as required.

→Safety & Security: Actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures, and uses equipment and materials properly.

→Travel: Local travel may be required. Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.

→Physical Demands: The demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

o Must be able to verbally convey detailed information or important instructions or ideas accurately or quickly. Must be able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information. Average visual acuity is necessary.

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This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee. Other duties as assigned may be part of the job.

Father Bill’s & MainSpring is an equal opportunity employer.