Community Outreach Specialist - Limited Term

City of Redlands - Redlands, CA

- Entry Level

Redlands, CA

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

This is a limited term position expected to last up to 2 years. Under supervision, performs a variety of technical, field, and administrative tasks involved in the operation of the homeless solutions division. Exercises no supervision. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Responsibilities

• Provides outreach services, such as intake and assessment to the homeless populations and/or individuals who are mentally ill and/or developmentally disabled
• Identify needs for housing assistance services and provides resources
• Assists in the implementation of programs goals and objectives and provide recommendations
• Transport clients to appropriate services, as needed
• Work in close conjunction with non-profit organizations, local service providers, county entities, and faith-based organizations to obtain resources
• Create and maintain case management files and progress reports
• Act as City's liaison for outreach programs; establish and maintain effective relationships with governmental and community agencies regarding programs and services
• Coordinate and/or assist in educational presentations for the public about homeless topics
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• One year of experience working with homeless populations and/or individuals who are mentally ill and/or developmentally disabled
• Some experience working with City, County and non-profit organizations
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license at the time of appointment.

Nice-to-haves

• College level coursework in behavioral science is desirable.