Outreach Specialist - 315 West 35th Street (New Salary!)
$43,472–$43,472 year
On-site · Queens, New York, United States or Brooklyn, New York, United States
Job Summary
Outreach Specialist responsible for direct outreach, escort, and referral services for homeless individuals during transit-system field operations; responsible for recording and maintaining statistical data and managing case records of clients receiving longer-term services. Recognizes signs of mental health and substance abuse issues and gains knowledge of available services. Program serves NYC metro area (Manhattan, The Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens) with 24/7 outreach; roles include working across multiple boroughs, contributing to housing and essential services connections; benefits include health insurance, vacation, holidays, pension, tuition assistance, and training opportunities. Vaccination is required; bilingual Spanish desirable; valid driver’s license preferred; First Aid/CPR certification required or obtainable.
Required Qualifications
- Associates or Bachelor's degree required or demonstrated equivalent experience
- 6 months continuous employment in related roles (Internal candidates)
- Strong interest in direct services to homeless/mentally ill/substance abusing populations
- Valid state driver''s license preferred
- First Aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain
- Good writing skills to provide adequate written descriptions of client interactions
- Basic computer literacy
- Ability to speak Spanish desirable
Additional Requirements
- Vaccination required for all employees (as per program policy)
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