What are the responsibilities and job description for the HOMELESS OUTREACH WORKER (FHC) position at Louisville Metro Government?
Description
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE WORK
Under direction, performs social service work.
Responsible for assisting the homeless in obtaining primary health care and a more stable living environment.
Performs related work as required.
Examples of Duties
EXAMPLES OF THE WORK (These statements are intended to be illustrations of the work of this class.)
Conducts on-site visits to areas frequented by homeless persons to identify those in need of health care services.
Interviews client to determine their health care needs.
Develops individual client service plans.
Makes referrals, accompanies clients, and/or provides transportation to service providers.
Monitors the delivery and outcome of services provided to clients by medical facilities, social service agencies, and community resources.
Provides ongoing intensive case management.
Assists clients in obtaining medical and financial entitlements and benefits.
Helps clients utilize community resources, develop independent living skills, and become reintegrated into the community.
Educates clients on good health habits and available services to assist with health needs.
Minimum Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or a closely related field.
One year of experience working with persons in extreme poverty or the homeless.
An equivalency of training may be substituted as determined applicable by Civil Service.
Verification of education must be provided before eligibility list goes into effect.
Physical Requirements And Working Conditions
Lifts and/or carries small children weighing up to 20 lbs.
Spends prolonged periods of time standing and walking over various types of inner-city terrain.
Special Requirements
Must provide own transportation.
Supplemental Information
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Test Weights
Training & Experience: 100%
CLINIC LOCATIONS AND HOURS:
www.fhclouisville.org
FHC - Portland
2215 Portland Avenue
Louisville KY 40212
(502) 774-8631
Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 9:00pm
Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Saturday: 8:00am - noon
Sunday: Closed
FHC - East Broadway
834 East Broadway
Louisville KY 40204
Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 9:00pm
Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Saturday: 8:00 - 12:00pm
Sunday: Closed
FHC - Phoenix (Healthcare for the Homeless)
712 E Muhammad Ali Blvd
Louisville KY 40202
Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 4:00pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
FHC - Iroquois
4100 Taylor Blvd
Louisville KY 40215
Monday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Tuesday: 8:00am - 8:30pm
Wednesday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
FHC - Fairdale
1000 Neighborhood Place
Fairdale KY 40118
Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Thursdays: 8:00am - 8:30pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
FHC - Southwest
9702 Stonestreet Road, Suite 220
Louisville KY 40272
Monday - Wednesday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Thursday: 8:00am - 8:00pm
Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
FHC - Americana
4805 Southside Drive
Louisville KY 40214
Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
Medical
Dental
Vision
Group Term Life
Supplemental Life
Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Sick Leave
Vacation
Holiday Pay
Bereavement Leave
Kentucky Retirement Systems
457 Deferred Comp
Tuition Assistance
01
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a closely related field?
Are you willing to work in various settings, including homeless shelters, homeless campsites, and other places frequented by homeless individuals?
Are you willing to transport homeless clients in your vehicle?
Are you willing to lift and carry small children weighing up to 20 lbs?
Describe your experience with homeless and/or indigent populations. Include the position(s) in which you obtained your experience and the length of your experience.
06
Describe your experience working with individuals experiencing substance abuse and/or mental health problems. Include the position(s) in which you obtained your experience and the length of your experience.
07
Describe your experience with screening and assessing clients to help them access and obtain benefits and community resources. Include the position(s) in which you obtained your experience and the length of your experience.
08
How did you hear about this position at Family Health Centers? If you heard about this position from an FHC employee, please list the name of the employee here.
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE WORK
Under direction, performs social service work.
Responsible for assisting the homeless in obtaining primary health care and a more stable living environment.
Performs related work as required.
Examples of Duties
EXAMPLES OF THE WORK (These statements are intended to be illustrations of the work of this class.)
Conducts on-site visits to areas frequented by homeless persons to identify those in need of health care services.
Interviews client to determine their health care needs.
Develops individual client service plans.
Makes referrals, accompanies clients, and/or provides transportation to service providers.
Monitors the delivery and outcome of services provided to clients by medical facilities, social service agencies, and community resources.
Provides ongoing intensive case management.
Assists clients in obtaining medical and financial entitlements and benefits.
Helps clients utilize community resources, develop independent living skills, and become reintegrated into the community.
Educates clients on good health habits and available services to assist with health needs.
Minimum Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or a closely related field.
One year of experience working with persons in extreme poverty or the homeless.
An equivalency of training may be substituted as determined applicable by Civil Service.
Verification of education must be provided before eligibility list goes into effect.
Physical Requirements And Working Conditions
Lifts and/or carries small children weighing up to 20 lbs.
Spends prolonged periods of time standing and walking over various types of inner-city terrain.
Special Requirements
Must provide own transportation.
Supplemental Information
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Test Weights
Training & Experience: 100%
CLINIC LOCATIONS AND HOURS:
www.fhclouisville.org
FHC - Portland
2215 Portland Avenue
Louisville KY 40212
(502) 774-8631
Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 9:00pm
Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Saturday: 8:00am - noon
Sunday: Closed
FHC - East Broadway
834 East Broadway
Louisville KY 40204
Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 9:00pm
Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Saturday: 8:00 - 12:00pm
Sunday: Closed
FHC - Phoenix (Healthcare for the Homeless)
712 E Muhammad Ali Blvd
Louisville KY 40202
Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 4:00pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
FHC - Iroquois
4100 Taylor Blvd
Louisville KY 40215
Monday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Tuesday: 8:00am - 8:30pm
Wednesday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
FHC - Fairdale
1000 Neighborhood Place
Fairdale KY 40118
Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Thursdays: 8:00am - 8:30pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
FHC - Southwest
9702 Stonestreet Road, Suite 220
Louisville KY 40272
Monday - Wednesday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Thursday: 8:00am - 8:00pm
Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
FHC - Americana
4805 Southside Drive
Louisville KY 40214
Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
Medical
Dental
Vision
Group Term Life
Supplemental Life
Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Sick Leave
Vacation
Holiday Pay
Bereavement Leave
Kentucky Retirement Systems
457 Deferred Comp
Tuition Assistance
01
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a closely related field?
- Yes
- No
Are you willing to work in various settings, including homeless shelters, homeless campsites, and other places frequented by homeless individuals?
- Yes
- No
Are you willing to transport homeless clients in your vehicle?
- Yes
- No
Are you willing to lift and carry small children weighing up to 20 lbs?
- Yes
- No
Describe your experience with homeless and/or indigent populations. Include the position(s) in which you obtained your experience and the length of your experience.
06
Describe your experience working with individuals experiencing substance abuse and/or mental health problems. Include the position(s) in which you obtained your experience and the length of your experience.
07
Describe your experience with screening and assessing clients to help them access and obtain benefits and community resources. Include the position(s) in which you obtained your experience and the length of your experience.
08
How did you hear about this position at Family Health Centers? If you heard about this position from an FHC employee, please list the name of the employee here.
- Required Question