What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outreach Specialist position at HAYMARKET CENTER?
Description
Outreach Worker
Haymarket Center has emerged as a leader in the field of addictions and behavioral health treatment. We have done this through our evidence based interventions and state of the art programming geared towards strong outcomes. Our theme that captures the spirit of Haymarket Center in 2017 and beyond is "Focus on Success." The message behind Focus on Success is one of participation by every Haymarket Center employee. Together, we are creating a company where teamwork and collaboration enable us to succeed, both individually and collectively. Haymarket Center is the largest not-for-profit community-based adult detoxification, residential, and outpatient substance abuse treatment facility in Chicago. Haymarket Center has continued to grow into a comprehensive alcohol and other drug treatment organization, licensed by the state of Illinois, which receives funding from the private sector, as well as city, county, state and federal agencies. The treatment programs are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Rehabilitative Facilities (CARF).
Position provides formal and informal outreach and other clinical services to O'Hare population/clients.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Provide coordinated formal outreach services to prepare potential clients to accept services and formal outreach services to triage and register clients.
• Provide initial medical/psychological and additional assessments to registered clients leading to the definition of treatment issues, the development of an individualized care plan and the implementation of a firm referral.
• Provide counseling and case coordination services to follow through on referrals and monitor client responses to services. May function as a case manager for clients when necessary.
• Maintain and protect the health and safety of clients and O'Hare occupants within the limits of the position holder's capabilities. Maintain office cleanliness.
• Provide documentation in logs and client records of services delivered. Assist in the coordination of records, building databases on current program files.
• Other duties as required for effective teamwork or as assigned by O'Hare Outreach Supervisor.
Requirements
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
• High School Diploma plus one year of experience, preferably with the homeless or mental health
population.
• Assessment and Case Management skills, as well as written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time
• Drivers License required, must be able to drive agency van
• Computer skills are essential
• No felony convictions