Job Opening: Senior Human Services Counselor, Riverside Shelter
- Company
- City of Portland
- Location
- Portland, ME
- Posted on
- May 16, 2024
This job was posted by https://joblink.maine.gov : For more information,
please see: https://joblink.maine.gov/jobs/1078952
HUMAN SERVICES COUNSELOR - HOMELESS SERVICES CENTER
Health and Human Services Department Social Services Division
-Deadline Extended
Project, Full-Time (37.5 hours per week) position Schedule is
Wednesday through Sunday, 9:00am-5:30pm - Homeless Services Center
This position will focus on assisting homeless individuals staying at
the Homeless Services Center by increasing community supports and
overall stabilization leading to permanent, safe and supportive housing.
A successful candidate in this position will also assist with
applications for housing subsidies, location and placement in permanent
housing, client outreach and relationship building, development of
housing resources, increased representative payee participation and
referrals and follow up to ensure increased community support. This
position works closely with individuals from all different backgrounds
to provide and connect them to community resources.
Other job duties include:Crisis intervention, referral for detox and
other substance use services, referral for mental health services,
referral for healthcare services, as well as fully participating as part
of the Homeless Services Center team.
Requirements:
- Experience with homeless or low income/at risk case management and
excellent customer service skills.
- Experience with housing placement of homeless or at-risk
populations, mental health issues, and other barriers to
self-sufficiency preferred.
- B.A. degree in Social Services or equivalent combination of
education, experience, and training.
- Valid Maine Class C drivers license (please provide license number)
and personal vehicle for work use.
Applications accepted until filled
Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a
satisfactory criminal background check.
